Hatters Hotel, a quirky themed-room hotel in Skegness
Hatters Hotel is a quirky hotel on Drummond Road in Skegness, England, known for its themed rooms, friendly owners and a lively bar with live music. It suits groups, families and work trips that want character over polish. A few guests found it tired, so read the downsides before booking.
Written by Valeria Romano
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Where Hatters Hotel is and how to get there
Hatters Hotel sits on Drummond Road in Skegness, on the Lincolnshire coast of England. One guest describes it as a nice walk from the main part of the town, so you are close to the action without being in the middle of it.
Several guests mention plenty of on-site car parking, which is a real plus in a seaside resort. I have no details on trains or buses, so I will not guess. If you plan to arrive by car, this is a sensible base.
What the rooms are like
The rooms are the main reason people remember Hatters Hotel. Guests talk about themed decoration that is pretty, quirky and unique, and about rooms that are large and cosy, with one reviewer praising a huge four-poster bed.
- The themed rooms. Several reviews single out the decor, both in the rooms and around the hotel.
- The size. Some guests found their room spacious. Another said a few rooms feel a little cramped, so it can vary.
- The noise. The bar is lively, yet two guests who booked rooms away from it heard nothing, including on a night with live music.
- Late check-out. One guest mentions an 11am check-out, which is handy after a late evening.
The hotel accepts pets, which is good news if you travel with a dog. I will come back to the other side of that below.
What guests say about Hatters Hotel
Hatters Hotel has a 4.4 rating on Google from 255 reviews, and most of them are very warm. The same ideas come up again and again.
- The owners and staff. Many guests call them friendly, funny and helpful. One even notes that one of them runs his own taxi.
- The cleanliness. Several reviews use words like spotless, clean and well looked after.
- The bar and the food. Guests mention beers on tap, live bands and good meals, and one praised the chef for reheating a dish for a guest who felt unwell.
- The price. One guest found it very reasonable for what you get.
Families seem happy too. A group booking four rooms said every room worked for guests of very different ages.
What to know before you book
Not everyone is convinced, and I would read the negative reviews before paying. They are fewer, but they are specific.
| What works | What to check |
|---|---|
| Spotless rooms, according to many guests | Other guests found the bedding, towels and bathroom dirty or tired |
| Lively bar with live music | Ask for a room away from it if you want quiet |
| Friendly, hands-on owners | Off-peak there may be few staff around |
| Pets welcome | One guest without pets noticed a smell in the hotel |
| Hearty food and a self-service breakfast | One review found the Sunday roast and the breakfast below par |
One guest also reported that the fire alarm went off in the early hours and that nobody from the hotel was on site. That is only one account, but it is worth a question when you book. Ask about out-of-hours cover if that matters to you.
Who Hatters Hotel is for
I would pick Hatters Hotel for a weekend with friends or family, for a work stay, or for anyone who likes personality more than a sleek chain look. The reviews are full of couples, groups and mixed-age parties who left happy.
I would think twice if you want a perfectly modern, silent hotel, or if you are sensitive to dated bathrooms and the smell that can come with a pet-friendly policy. Character is the draw here, not luxury.
What to do around Skegness
Skegness is a seaside town, and guests describe a pleasant walk from the hotel to the main part of town. I have no verified list of sights or distances, so I will leave that to your own plans.
If you are comparing seaside stays in England, you could also look at The Berkswell Hotel in Blackpool. I only know its name and its town, so I cannot tell you what it is like.
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