The Windmill offers a warm and inviting atmosphere with free in-room WiFi, perfect for staying connected. Enjoy the convenience of self parking and relax with a drink at the bar, where helpful staff are always on hand.
Radcliffe Donkey Sanctuary - 10 min drive - 9.2 km
Butlins - 17 min drive - 15.7 km
Fantasy Island - 19 min drive - 18.8 km
Skegness Raceway - 19 min drive - 20.6 km
Skegness Beach - 21 min drive - 21.1 km
Getting around
Thorpe Culvert Station - 22 min drive
Wainfleet Station - 25 min drive
Skegness Station - 25 min drive
Restaurants
Waldo's - 10 min drive
Axe & Cleaver Inn - 8 min drive
The Fat Seagull - 12 min drive
The Turks Head - 7 min drive
Smugglers Restaurant - the George - 1 min walk
About this property
The Windmill
At The Windmill, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Butlins. You'll have free perks like WiFi and self parking. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
13 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only)*
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
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Parking
Free uncovered onsite self parking
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Other information
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Property amenities
Food and drink
Bar/lounge
What to do
Pool table
Working away
Business center
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Facilities
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Handrails in stairways
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
28-inch LCD TV
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Electric kettle
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)
Desk chair
Food and drink
Free tea bags/instant coffee
More
Daily housekeeping
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Fees & policies
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10 per accommodation, per stay
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting on site.
This property accepts debit cards and cash.
Also known as
The Windmill Hotel
The Windmill Alford
The Windmill Hotel Alford
Frequently asked questions
Does The Windmill offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Windmill does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Windmill?
Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 10 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at The Windmill?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Windmill?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at The Windmill?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Bibbys Casino (12-min drive) is nearby.
What's the area around The Windmill like?
The Windmill is a short 2-minute walk from Alford Library and 2 minutes' walk from Alford Country Market.
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The Windmill Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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8.4/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
7.4/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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What guests liked
Parking was convenient and easily accessible for guests. (5 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
8/10 Very good
Aug 10, 2025
Great place and great value for money as well.
Great place and great value
David
David, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 25, 2025
Good hotel
It was okay, the guy who checked us in was lovely
J
J, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 28, 2025
Nice location and impressive hotel room
Christopher
Christopher, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 16, 2025
Great stay
Warm welcome on arrival and all were very helpful. The room had everything needed for a comfortable nights sleep and most importantly, it was clean.
Gavin
Gavin, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Aug 31, 2025
Nice enough.
Kelly
Kelly, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Sep 1, 2025
Pleasant stay
Lovely room at the top of the building very clean on the inside, so don’t be fooled by the state of the outside. It was dead quiet, no food available but options in close vicinity. Lovely welcome. Shower a bit tricky to work out but once you do plenty of hot water.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 23, 2025
Lovely lady on the front desk at check in and great room, nice and big for our family. Really comfy beds and a bath in the bathroom!
Almaz
Almaz, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 2, 2025
Quaint Market town location
Quite a charming, somewhat historic location with a view over the Marketplace ((Tom Paine suite). Limited resources, no food available, but local takeaways OK. Room comfortable. Parking good.
Michael
Michael, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Jul 20, 2025
Overall acceptable
We were looking for a basic nights stay and that is what we got. No food at the location (an oversight on my part when booking), but the beds were comfy. Walls a trifle thin, staff very friendly. Plenty of parking.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 22, 2025
Landlady was very pleasant and the rooms very clean.
David
David, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 7, 2025
Okay
Was good just could have done with abit more on the cleaning side that’s what let it down.
Emily
Emily, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 25, 2025
Very friendly welcome. Room was lovely.
Beth
Beth, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jun 16, 2025
Reasonable stay, but some rooms better than others
Quite a lot of noise outside the pub this time, and the shower fixing on the wall was broken
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 8, 2025
Great hotel
Jason
Jason, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 4, 2025
The Windmill Hotel
I have stayed here previously and found it comfortable, clean and peaceful. Nice bar area to relax. On this stay there was an issue with my original room but it was handle extremely well by the assistant manageress and she even upgraded me for the issue I had with my original room. Very well handled courteous and apologetic. Got to stay in the Thomas Paine Suite. See picture.
Chris
Chris, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 24, 2025
No issues, just as we required
Friendly service, including the suggestions for breakfast venues within walking distance. Handy parking, and good value for money.
Victoria
Victoria, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 2, 2025
Great customer service
Danny
Danny, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 11, 2025
Staff are great and very hospitable. Suite style rooms are large but ours needed a deep clean in the bathroom and around the dusty furniture. The TV reception was a bit hit or miss if you walked nearby it. A mix of old and new furniture, the bed was super comfy
matthew
matthew, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 15, 2025
Very friendly and helpful
No food available but bring in your takeaway and plates etc provided
Thanks
Simon
Simon, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 4, 2024
Great hotel, friendly helpful staff good parking
Gareth
Gareth, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 14, 2025
Does what it says on tin
The staff were fab and have us an extra hour before check out due to extraordinary circumstances which was much appreciated. The room was immaculate and the hotel is dog friendly. Check out the Willows tea rooms for amazing breakfast
Timothy
Timothy, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 29, 2024
Ideal for our working trip in Driby
peter
peter, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 14, 2024
Super venue, lovely room, fab little town
Theo
Theo, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 15, 2024
My stay was very nice and quiet. It was comfortable and had everything i needed for a short stay
Jo
Jo, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 17, 2024
Amazing hotel & staff! We absolutely enjoyed our stay here! Lovely room. The staff was attentive and very helpful. Beautiful little village!