Hotel Mercure Burton upon Trent Newton Park (Burton-upon-Trent, United Kingdom)

Mercure Burton Upon Trent Newton Park is a non-smoking property which is great for those who don’t imbibe and like their surroundings smelling fresh, rather than like second-hand smoke.

A friendly, multilingual staff welcomes you at check-in and is there for you for the duration of your stay and are happy to accommodate most any request. The concierge can point you in the direction of local sights and eateries and even regale you with the history of the area.

It’s wonderful that pets are allowed at this hotel, especially if you like to travel with your favourite canine companion. Your dog will love it too, because there are so many great walks to be had just outside your door.

The restaurant at Mercure Burton Upon Trent Newton Park doesn’t serve lunch, which could prove problematic if you don’t want to travel too far afield for your noon-time meal. However, the Bar does serve a light menu and you also have 24-hour room service at your disposal. If those options don’t work for you, you can always have lunch at The Boot Inn, which features European pub fare and is located close to the hotel.

Although all of the guest rooms here have bathtubs, many do not have showers which could prove problematic if you are in a hurry or just like the feeling of a shower as opposed to a bath. Be sure to specify this distinction at check-in so you can have the bathing experience you prefer.

Although the grounds and exterior of this hotel are lovely, the interior leaves much to be desired. The furnishings and carpeting in the guest rooms are old, tired and quite worn and the fixtures in the bathroom have seen better days. Many area are very dusty and unkempt, and all of this is surprising, considering the rather high price point.