The Moat House
Hotel, 4-starActon Trussell, Lower Penkridge Road, Stafford, United KingdomShow on map
Top rated
Guests rate it highest for location, service and value.
9.01,165Reviews- Check-in from 3:00 PMCheck-out by 11:00 AM. The front desk is staffed around the clock, so a late arrival is fine.
- Superb locationGuests rate the location 9.4 out of 10, at Acton Trussell, Lower Penkridge Road.
- Free parkingThe property states parking on site is free for guests.
Luxurious Accommodation Indulge in the charm of a Grade II listed 15th-century manor house with four-star luxury rooms and exquisite dining options.
Award-Winning Dining Savor the culinary delights at the hotel's Restaurant boasting 2 AA rosettes, offering diverse menus with picturesque countryside and canal views from the elegant conservatory.
Historic Charm and Modern Comfort Experience the blend of history and comfort with 14th-century beams in the Brasserie Bar, alongside well-appointed rooms featuring luxury furnishings and modern amenities.
To immerse yourself in this historic luxury and culinary excellence, book your stay at The Moat House now.
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Free Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Heating
- Family rooms
Rooms
9.0
Top rated
Rated 9.0 out of 10 by 1,165 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness8.9
- Service9.4
- Location9.4
- Rooms8.8
- Amenities8.4
- Value9.3
- Food & drink8.4
Guests mention
Friendly and attentive staffBeautiful surroundingsComfortable rooms
MandyUnited KingdomLovely hotel but this time the restaurant was not up to par!!
Stayed here a few times now and the location is gorgeous and very peaceful. The room we got this time was better than previous rooms.
We had a booking in the restaurant for 7.15pm but once we got downstairs to the…
christinaUnited KingdomLovely 1 night stay , nice location on canal
Breakfast very good
MurphieUnited KingdomAn excellent hotel to use as a night stop or for longer to explore Staffordshire.
The staff and service were both superb.
Nothing!
revellUnited KingdomLovely clean hotel, very dog friendly & excellent food. Lovely rural location.
Beautiful setting, perfect for staying with dogs. They have an exercise paddock to you can walk your dogs in. Food is a very high standard. Room was very clean.
Only one small whinge was I think the mattress was too…
MarkUnited KingdomRestaurant
Nothing
danUnited KingdomFood was rubbish!!
Staff at breakfast were very polite
Hotel was average at best. Looks nice from the outside but was dated inside. We had to move tables in the restaurant as the window was leaking. The food was poor for the money. My wife…
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated January 2026.
Where you’ll be
Acton Trussell, Lower Penkridge Road, Stafford, United Kingdom
Guests rate the location 9.4 out of 10 — superb.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 3:00 PM
Check-out by 11:00 AM
Children welcome
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No pets
Free parking on site
Non-smoking rooms available
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
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The Moat House's award-winning Conservatory restaurant is also open for nonresidents, therefore advance reservations are essential for Friday and Saturday nights. A discounted menu is available Monday - Friday for residents of The Moat House. An 'Early Doors' menu is served Sunday - Friday from 18:30 - 19:45. Please note the restaurant is closed on Sunday evenings. Bar food is available. A deposit may be required at the property.
What we’d check for you here
- How many rooms they will hold at once, for how long, and on what terms.
- That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
- That the desk is staffed when you land, and that the room is held past cut-off.
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether breakfast is in the rate or added at checkout, and what time it runs.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about The Moat House
What time is check-in and check-out at The Moat House?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM. Check-out is by 11:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does The Moat House allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at The Moat House?
Yes — the property states that parking on site is free. Whether a space can be reserved in advance varies, so we check it against your dates.
Is breakfast included at The Moat House?
Breakfast is offered at the property. Whether it's included depends on the rate — the board type is shown on each room once you put your dates in.
Does The Moat House have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Can I book a block of rooms at The Moat House?
The property lists meeting and banquet space, which usually means it handles group business — but how many rooms it will hold at once, for how long, and at what rate are set case by case and are not in any feed. Tell us the dates and the number of rooms and we'll get those terms from the property in writing before anything is charged.
Does The Moat House have wheelchair accessible rooms?
The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.
Can I check in late at The Moat House?
The property lists a front desk staffed 24 hours, so a late arrival should be possible. Standard check-in is from 3:00 PM. Rooms are still released after a cut-off at some properties regardless of the desk hours, so tell us your arrival time and we'll have them hold it.
How do I book The Moat House?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is The Moat House?
Acton Trussell, Lower Penkridge Road, Stafford.
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