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Candlesticks

Lincolnshire · United Kingdom

1 Church LnView location

8.2/10Excellent673 Reviews
Cleanliness8.6/108.6
Service9.2/109.2
Comfort8.0/108.0
Condition7.4/107.4
Neighborhood9.6/109.6
Amenities7.4/107.4
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About Candlesticks

With a stay at CANDLESTICKS in Stamford, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Burghley House and Rutland Water Nature Reserve. This inn is 0. 2 mi (0. 4 km) from Stamford Meadows and 0. 5 mi (0. 8 km) from Browne's Hospital and Museum.

Free self parking is available onsite. At CANDLESTICKS, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 8 AM to 10 AM. Stay in one of 8 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions.

Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include electric kettles, and housekeeping is provided daily.

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With a stay at Candlesticks in Stamford, you'll be a 4-minute walk from Stamford Meadows and 7 minutes by foot from Stamford Arts Centre. This inn is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Stamford Corn Exchange Theatre and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Browne's Hospital and Museum.

Stay in one of 8 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include electric kettles, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Free self parking is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Dining services
Non-smoking

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 2:00 PM
Check-in until 7:00 PM
Check-out until 10:30 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

No elevators No front desk Professional property host/manager Property does not offer onsite COVID-19 testing Property does not require health documentation at check-in Pets not allowed

Cleaning and safety

Sanitization
Cashless transactions are available
Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO

Important information

  • You need to know
    • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • Special Instructions
    There is no front desk at this property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
    • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
    • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
    • This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
    • Cashless transactions are available
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Spoken Language

    Portuguese

    English

    Italian

    French

    Spanish

Nearby attractions

Stamford Meadows 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Stamford Arts Centre 0.6 km / 0.3 mi
Browne's Hospital and Museum 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Stamford Corn Exchange Theatre 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Rutland Open Air Theatre 1.4 km / 0.9 mi
St Mary's Church 1.5 km / 0.9 mi
Stamford Leisure Centre 2 km / 1.2 mi
Burghley House 2.1 km / 1.3 mi
Grass Labyrinth 2.5 km / 1.5 mi
Sacrewell Heritage Farm and Country Centre 9.9 km / 6.2 mi
Mini Maze 10.1 km / 6.3 mi
Rutland Water Nature Reserve 10.4 km / 6.4 mi
Rutland Water Country Park 10.4 km / 6.5 mi
Rutland Water 10.4 km / 6.5 mi
John Clare Cottage 11.1 km / 6.9 mi

Hotel facilities & services

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  • Total number of rooms: 8
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  • Check-out hour
  • Wi-fi
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast
  • Non-smoking establishment
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
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    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    DOUBLE
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    Room code: DBL.ST

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Candlesticks

8.2
Excellent
673 Reviews
Cleanliness
8.6 /10
Service
9.2 /10
Comfort
8.0 /10
Condition
7.4 /10
Neighborhood
9.6 /10
Amenities
7.4 /10
100 reviews shown
8/10
Excellent
22 Jul 2026
Elsa Bruce
The hotel is very quirky , liked the continental breakast provided in the bedroom .
Proprietor was very helpful and friendly .
Good parking available .
10/10
Exceptional
19 Jul 2026
Sharron
Very comfortable with a home-from-home feel. The owner was super friendly and helpful. The breakfast range was excellent. The room was a good size with good facilities.
Self
8/10
Excellent
14 Jul 2026
Stephen
All very good will return
Family
10/10
Exceptional
13 Jul 2026
Annette
Very central, helpful owner, parking is possible very nearby, but not plentiful in a town with a street plan from the17th century. A large paid parking lot is 250 metres away. A DIY breakfast of cereal, yoghurt, and toast with many toppings, is in the fridge. Pull the cord to activate the shower.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
12 Jul 2026
Christopher
This property is a little gem in Stamford.
Nelio is the most genial of hosts.
Perfectly situated for the town and Burghley house.
Nice little restaurant attached to the property too.
Partner
2/10
Poor
07 Jul 2026
Jayne
Once we rang the phone number on the entrance door the owner came and checked us in and was friendly the location was good to get around
The bathroom had been refurbished so was nice
We stayed in room 8 a twin room
Be careful of what you need from your stay as no bar or restaurant was open
Breakfast left in your room to eat but nowhere to sit and eat it
The fridge was old and dirty ( I have pictures) collected dirty water in a tray over night as freezer compartment were broken (photo)
Matttress was old and dirty (photo)
Walls and ceiling damp and mouldy
Light outside our bedroom door didn’t work
And it goes on …
Not a good experience and would definitely not recommend
Partner
2/10
Poor
28 Jun 2026
Andre
2 ieme étage pas d’ascenseur, escalier environ 60 cms de large. Pas d’AC, il faisait au moins 32 dans la chambre. Pas de douche seulement un bain dangereux. Parking très difficile. Déjeuner vraiment de base.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
23 Jun 2026
Chris
Very helpful staff. Hotel gave vibes of faded glory. Breakfast was in the fridge in the room which was a first for me. There weren't any chairs in the room to sit and eat it though.
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
22 Jun 2026
Elizabeth
The host was amazing, very gracious and friendly. He really contributed to the wonderful time we had in Stamford. Highly recommended.
6/10
Pleasant
18 Jun 2026
Margaret
Smallest single room ever !
No breakfast downstairs - limited choice in the fridge. Found the stairs a challenge.
Friends_and_family Friends
8/10
Excellent
17 Jun 2026
Gary
The location is absolutely spot on for visiting Stamford. Stamford is wonderful,lots of interesting shops,eateries & pubs. Property has a small amount of parking,but there is also a huge town carpark just round the corner which cost us £5 ( Saturday 9 am - Sunday 10am)
The landlord was fabulous,he gave us a super welcome (homemade elderflower fizz - lovely) He even took our bag up the (many winding, narrow) stairs & when we came back from our evening we had a few drinks together & what an interesting man with fabulous stories to tell!
The building is very old ( 300 years) & as the owner says himself as it needs much attention & looking after.
The breakfast is in your mini fridge. Includes cereal,milk yoghurt,tea,coffee,orange juice,bread,jam etc…toaster & kettle in your room. It was a a great place for a one night stay & we were made to feel very welcome.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
15 Jun 2026
Frank
Well located a few minutes walk from the town centre with limited on site parking. Manager was not there when we arrived so had to phone and wait outside while he drove over. Room was very small and very dated. Bed really uncomfortable. Shower room tiny as well. Bizarrely breakfast was in the room (box of cornflakes, milk, yoghurt) and not that enticing
Partner
2/10
Poor
11 Jun 2026
MICHAEL
I chose this hotel based on the pictures, description and reviews I saw thinking it was a nice small boutique hotel but I was totally wrong. To say the room was the worst I’ve ever stayed in is an understatement, very dated and shabby with wood chip paper but one wall was simply plywood boards. The bathroom hadn’t changed since around 1979 and the shower produced a dibble of water! Nice greeting and decent location etc but extremely poor all round, will not be back and not sure my wife will ever forgive me!
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
11 Jun 2026
Allan
It was an old characterful building with many original features. It was evident from the certificates and photos around the place that it had been a hotel & restaurant of note with award winning credentials. It isn’t a shiny glitzy hotel but equally the decor was quite tired and patched up in places. The room itself was perfectly adequate and had everything I needed for a very short stay with a newly fitted ensuite. The landlord was very helpful & friendly and went the extra mile to accommodate any requests. It’s worth noting that I arrived late and had to leave early the next day so it suited me. The rate was also very competitive and I had everything I needed.
Self
8/10
Excellent
08 Jun 2026
ANDREW
Very convenient for my visit.
Self
8/10
Excellent
02 Jun 2026
Gareth
The host was very accomadating and helpful.Parking a bonus in Stamford.The continental breakfast, with fresh bread, milk, fresh fruit was a excellent.Lovely, old building with plenty of character.Looking foward to our next stay in lovely Stamford.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
02 Jun 2026
Gene
Landlord was great, a real nice guy
10/10
Exceptional
01 Jun 2026
Chris
This was good value for money. Right in the center of Stamford, so very convenient. The room was clean, beds comfortable, very quiet. Breakfast selection was good and the staff very helpful and friendly. Parking at the hotel was limited but we got a space. Very satisfied, look forward to a return visit to try out the restaurant which was closed on this visit.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
23 May 2026
Julia
Lovely hotel in a great location for the town centre and the Corn Exchange. The owner was so friendly and couldn’t have done anything more for us.

We had a lovely breakfast and definitely want to return to experience the restaurant.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
19 May 2026
Gillian
Parking was easy and safe. The room was clean and the owner was very friendly and helpful. The continental breakfast was good and it was nice to have real milk in the fridge, rather than the long life one usually offered. Reasonably priced and right in the centre of town, would definitely stay again.
Friends_and_family Family
4/10
Poor
16 May 2026
Paul
Bed was soft and mattress tilting me floorward. Shower tray was blocked, cutting short my shower. The bathroom sink was the size of a dentist's spit basin making it impossible to shave. Lights in the communal corridor didn't switch on with any of the switches so be sure to have a torch with you to safely stay this hotel. No bedside table or power socket anywhere near the bedside. I wouldn't stay here again.
Self
4/10
Poor
16 May 2026
Penny
Very dated, mattress worn and springs could be felt, pillows rock hard. Was looking forward to proper coffee in the morning only to discover coffee cafeterie broken so no coffee available.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
14 May 2026
Jan
After a lovely welcome I was upgraded to a bigger bedroom which was light and airy with a really comfortable bed.

I knew breakfast was in the room but there was a table and chairs and the fridge was packed with fresh milk, orange juice, yogurts and bread. There was a good choice of cereals, jams etc and there was fresh ground coffee, teabags and hot chocolate available.

This is a 2 minute walk from the station and about 5 minutes into Stamford so really handy

I had a meal in the restaurant on my second night which was beautifully cooked.

This is a comfy, down to earth property and I would definitely stay again.

Nelio the owner made my stay. He was friendly and informative and a damn good chef. The lamb was perfect and I got a jug of red wine sauce with it. Yum.

We put the world to rights and I left feeling that I was a special guest not just someone occupying a room.
Self
8/10
Excellent
09 May 2026
Jenny
Lovely unique hotel right near the town
Breakfast provided in room

8/10
Excellent
07 May 2026
Stuart
Excellent meal, really good, im gluten intolerant but as everything is cooked fresh from ingredients the chef can do most meals on the menu.

Definitely worth a return trip
Self
6/10
Pleasant
07 May 2026
Rosalind
The website needs updating. The property needs updating in quite a few ways
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
01 May 2026
Martin

Room was clean but cramped and one wall was was unpainted plywood (just unfinished not a style choice!)
Breakfast supplies in room. Fridge, kettle,toaster but nowhere to sit to eat
Shower barely worked
Hairdryer blew but no heat
Looks very neglected from outside. Dead plants in window boxes
Was in a good location and had off street parking but glad we were only staying one night.
Would not return or recommend to anyone.
10/10
Exceptional
29 Apr 2026
Sue
The parking on site was safe, staff excellent and breakfast - although not cooked was adequate and appropriate as a continental breakfast (expected a cooked breakfast).
Friends_and_family Friends
8/10
Excellent
21 Apr 2026
Del
Great, central location, nice walk into main part of town. Room was comfortable and clean. The owner was very helpful, moving cars around to make sure parking was sorted. Also allowing us to use a different room for a shower in the morning, as I broke the pull cord on the shower in our original room!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
20 Apr 2026
Kate
The room was beautifully clean, always a warm welcome. Easy parking, nice and quiet.
When it's this good, I can't help but return
Self
8/10
Excellent
11 Apr 2026
MARTIN
Clean room, bathroom excellent, staff / owners great, breakfast good, parking - I ended up parking away from the property due to road works and traffic chaos due to water-main leak on the main road.
Self
8/10
Excellent
11 Apr 2026
Iain
A small but friendly hotel with a very highly recommended restaurant.
I booked a single room which was perfectly suited to my needs.
Parking is tight but that has to be expected in a Medieval town that was built for horses not cars.
Overall a very pleasant stay.
I would certainly stay again.
Self
8/10
Excellent
09 Apr 2026
Russell
Great location. Fantastic staff. Quirky.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
06 Apr 2026
John
Made very welcome. Great location.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 Apr 2026
Susan
It was a clean room, with a beautiful white duvet cover, and white towels in the bathroom.
The breakfast is in a cupboard and a fridge and is a fine breakfast, with bread, yogurt, jams, and cereal, with tea, coffee, hot chocolate.
The Candlesticks is very different, which is lovely.
Friends_and_family Family
2/10
Poor
04 Apr 2026
John
We walked out, so didn’t experience the place. Awful!!
Partner
8/10
Excellent
30 Mar 2026
Esther
Breakfast was fresh and provided in the room.
Evening meal was excellent in the very atmospheric cellar dining room
Friends_and_family Family
6/10
Pleasant
27 Mar 2026
kelvin
This property is conversion of 3 old cottages, so stairs are narrow, it's a Mish mash of corridors and rooms. The adjourned carpark is small, room for 6 cars at a push. This hotel has a restaurant but doesn't serve breakfast in it, breakfast items are supplied in your room. Our room was small and if not for the portable heater would have been cold, two separate beds, our friends next door it was the same. The bathroom was adequate, but the small wall heater didn't work, so it stayed cool. The hotel location for the centre of Stamford is good, short walk across a park, or access via the main road. Would I stay here again not sure.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
13 Mar 2026
Jan
Lovely place to stay.Had an evening meal,very tasty and the host was great.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
12 Mar 2026
Kate
Great atmosphere, friendly staff. Close to town but still quiet
Self
10/10
Exceptional
11 Mar 2026
Moira
The hotel is in an old building but clean with good internet. The breakfast was provided in the room and was just what we needed. The hotel is only a few minutes walk from the town centre. Excellent and we hope to return
Partner
4/10
Poor
09 Mar 2026
Lisa
Although the host was charming, the accommodation was not. The room was so small, you had to squeeze around the bed to get to the bath. There was a table and 2 chairs wedged between the bed and the wall. What once was a closet housed a toaster, coffee maker and small fridge. ‘Breakfast’ was a do it yourself in the room with packaged rolls, slices of bread, two cartons of yogurt, juice and milk. This would have been ok if spread on a sideboard down stairs but not in the room. There was no shower, only a tub. The room was at the top floor, up 3 very steep, very narrow flights of stairs. We weren’t given the WiFi password and attempts to reach someone were fruitless. The decor hasn’t been updated in decades.
One or two of these could have been tolerated but combined made for a nightmare stay.
We left after 2 nights of a 5 night booking.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
02 Mar 2026
Yvonne
Great location to the town centre, host was lovely and welcoming, breakfast items were thoughtfully done.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
26 Feb 2026
Emmeline
The owner/manager who checked me in was very nice. The building is old and charming, plus it was very clean. It's a convenient location for the local area.

However everything felt very tired and in need of a redecoration (e.g. my room had a replacement (?) chipboard wall that was unfinished or decorated.)
I couldn't have a shower as the hot water pressure was non-existent, but luckily I had time for a bath.
The breakfast is in the room for you which made my morning quicker, although eating it was awkward in the space provided, and there weren't two chairs (not sure if there was even one) so if you'd stayed as a pair, you couldn't eat together at the table)

This was on the cheaper end of hotels in the area, and it was ok for a one night stay, but for the price I was expecting a bit more.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
17 Feb 2026
Jeffrey
The hotel is clean the staff friendly and helpful. The continental breakfast in your room is well supplied and although querky in a good way was a very pleasant suprise we were in a room on the third floor which although smaller then we were use to was able to have twin beds a bedside cabinet a large wardrobe and a breakfast table a fridge and chairs without looking overcrowded The shower and bathroom adjoining was first class. We will certainly use this hotel again
Partner
4/10
Poor
14 Feb 2026
Gael
Leaky ceiling, the smallest TV ever, no streaming available, electric heater instead of central heating, no heating in the shower, cheap coffee press and breakfast consisting of packaged items from the local Sainsbury’s. Not quite what I was expecting for £100 a night…
10/10
Exceptional
12 Feb 2026
Kate
A wonderful stay again. Welcomed like family. Room spotless, great night's sleep, great atmosphere. Highly recommended
Business Self
4/10
Poor
11 Feb 2026
Suzanne
Bed was extremely uncomfortable and both my husband and I had very little sleep. I booked this hotel as it had a good write up for the food evening meal. Not open at all neither was the bar. Room although looked clean there were areas which a lot of dust was evedent blind and fan. For example. We left early this morning so my hubby could go back to bed where we were considering staying for 2 nights originally. We found hotel quirky and we solved the food issue by eating elsewhere but lack of sleep is a no no from poor quality bed.
Business_and_leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
05 Feb 2026
thomas
Great location , car parking easy very nice welcome room good , shower awful.
Business
8/10
Excellent
01 Feb 2026
Lynn
Clean room and bathroom. Comfortable bed. Excellent location for Stamford town centre. 5 min walk.
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
30 Jan 2026
Beverley
Clean and comfortable room. Very unique characterful restaurant with good food. Nelios hospitality was amazing.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Jan 2026
Kate
Very warm welcome, great room and fantastic atmosphere
Business
10/10
Exceptional
15 Jan 2026
Anne
Wonderful stay Friendly host and amenities are good.Will come back.
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
09 Jan 2026
Steven
The owner was there dead on the allotted time to let us in. Room was fine, worth the stay in an old unique building.
Friends_and_family Friends
8/10
Excellent
27 Dec 2025
Andrew
Cosy atmosphere, and a very friendly, helpful owner.
10/10
Exceptional
21 Dec 2025
Jayne
Just returned from an overnight stay at this property and what a welcome we had. All our needs were catered for and the owner went above and beyond. We also had an excellent 3 course evening meal at the property. I would definitely recommend this property and we would not hesitate to return here.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
13 Dec 2025
Kathryn
Room spotless and owner couldn't do enough for us. Lovely man
10/10
Exceptional
08 Dec 2025
Dorothy
The staff were marvellous.The room was clean and every quiet although it's could do with updating. It had everything that I needed. The owner went out of his way to help carry my suitcases for me.
8/10
Excellent
07 Dec 2025
Alan
Courteous welcome on arrival and please not stay. Everything I needed and would book again.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
06 Dec 2025
Wayne
Great host, good value accommodation, and easy walk to the town centre. Recommended.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
05 Dec 2025
Ruth
The owner was lovely and friendly . I was working doing long hrs the whole visit , I really appreciate him making me some hot chips after a long shift .diy Breakfast was really handy to have . Highly recommend
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
05 Dec 2025
Gerard
Room very clean. Staff very friendly and courteous. Thank you.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
02 Dec 2025
Elaine
The owner greeted me personally. Very friendly. Let me choose a room. Even carried my bag from the car.
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
25 Nov 2025
Laurence
Central location, historic premises in quiet side street, entry using key. Two flights of stairs to room which had dated feel though bed linen and towels spotless. Shower a bit feeble but water hot. Breakfast self service cereal and toast provided in room, with real not UHT milk in fridge. A glass of wine in room on arrival nice touch.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
23 Nov 2025
Nicole
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Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
21 Nov 2025
Kathryn
Wonderful hotel, clean room. Quiet location. Lovely staff. Went above and beyond. Definitely be going back.Thank you
Business
8/10
Excellent
20 Nov 2025
Jackie
The room, continental breakfast and staff were all good. Would definitely stay again.
Leisure Friends
6/10
Pleasant
16 Nov 2025
David
Owner was very helpful and welcoming but regrettably Candlesticks needs a refurb. OK for a good value overnight stay but not comfortable enough for any longer.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
14 Nov 2025
Allan
All of the above
Self
10/10
Exceptional
14 Nov 2025
Margaret
Personal welcome,plenty of anything you would need.
,all spotless.Loved the history.
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
12 Nov 2025
Elizabeth
Excellent breakfast provided in our room . The owner was very friendly and helpful and we enjoyed a very pleasant evening meal .
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
08 Nov 2025
Adam
The room and en-suite were very clean. There was a good choice of food for the continental breakfast. And the host went out of his way to help.
Friends_and_family Friends
6/10
Pleasant
05 Nov 2025
abdulhaq
Staff and room was fantastic.. other amenities were lacking.. inclusion of breakfast was a strech to say the least
8/10
Excellent
29 Oct 2025
jason
You get what you pay for, was clean, tidy and comfortable
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
26 Oct 2025
Katherine

Weird check in but afterwards fine

This is a very small, not very modern place. If you like things a bit quirky, this might be perfect for you, but for me I wasn't keen on turning up at the stated check in time to find the front door locked and no one answering. I left and came back and did manage to find someone to let me in who was very chatty throughout check in. The room was clean and comfortable, but up two flights of extremely narrow stairs and had a bathroom which had no shower, not even a handheld over the bathtub. I don't remember seeing any info about this during booking, had I known I would have tried to opt for a room with a shower as I can't take baths at the moment due to fresh tattoos. The car park is miniscule, understandably given the hotel's location, but with eight rooms and only enough space for six cars - three of them blocked in by the others - I imagine there have been parking issues in the past. The idea of breakfast items in the mini fridge so you can sort yourself out in the morning is a reasonably good one, although the toaster in the cupboard did feel like a bit of a fire hazard. Overall it was a decent one-night stay for a fair price if you don't mind a battle to actually get in the door in the first place.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
22 Oct 2025
Charles

Lovely place for a few nights

Really nice place. Friendly and very helpful. Only a one night stay this time which was a pity because I enjoyed a longer stay last time and would have liked to stay a bit longer this time. The restaurant is closed on Mondays but plenty of other options a short walk away in the high street. I would ahve liked to eat at Candlesticks though becuase the food there was excellent last time.
Business
8/10
Excellent
20 Oct 2025
Tracey Ellis
Great location close to centre. Room small on top floor
Business Partner
6/10
Pleasant
15 Oct 2025
B
The hotel was in a good location and there was parking. The person that met us was friendly enough. The whole place could do with bringing up to a better standard, especially as we paid quite a lot. The bar wasn’t open and it was very dark in there. Breakfast was cereal, yogurt and toast which was in the room.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
04 Oct 2025
Su
Lovely greeting from the host when we arrived. Very central in Stamford with parking.
Good shower although bathroom very small ( room 8)
Comfy beds with crisp clean bedding.
Would stay there again when visiting Stamford.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
02 Oct 2025
David
The manager went out of his way to make our visit enjoyable. We had seen there was a film in town we wanted to see and he magicked up a tasty pasta dish early for us. And good advice and a map for a walk about this lovely town for the morning.
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
30 Sep 2025
Billy
Basic
2 mins from train station
No bar
No restaurant
4/10
Poor
29 Sep 2025
David
A previous (less than flattering) review in October 2024, with photographs, show that NOTHING has been done to renovate the decor of the room that I also stayed in. It appears that in 2023 it was the same! Sadly, I sense some unacceptable flannel from the host? I could say a lot more, but I’ll simply say, that if you are planning on staying at Candlesticks, consider before paying in advance and look at your room/inside the premises before you commit. Shame, the experience was disappointing for a number of reasons.
8/10
Excellent
22 Sep 2025
Colin
Very friendly family owned hotel very convenient for rail station and town centre.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
28 Aug 2025
KARL
Great host
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
09 Aug 2025
Ms Paula
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8/10
Excellent
07 Aug 2025
Rebecca
Lovely but basic room in beautiful Stamford. The price was great and we loved the flexibility of the breakfast being in the room. It was a shame that
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 Aug 2025
Maria
loved the look and location of this spot. kinda weird in a great way.
8/10
Excellent
04 Aug 2025
peter

Cosy and friendly hotel

Candlesticks is not an ambiguous, international hotel, but is cosy and friendly. Room was well equipped with a cafetiere and a fridge.
Friends_and_family Friends
8/10
Excellent
01 Aug 2025
Mrs Susan
Very welcoming owner. Had meal in restaurant and it was superb. Comfortable bed. Shower was weak. But overall a good experience
Leisure
8/10
Excellent
26 Jul 2025
Hayley
The owner was very welcoming and appeared from somewhere to check me in fairly promptly. He did everything to help me; even my strange request to borrow a tin opener. Breakfast was left in the room, I liked this self service.
The room was clean with supreme white bed linen and the bathroom nice; a tad dated but for the price I can’t complain. Unfortunately, the single bed felt lopsided, so I didn’t sleep well. Probably due to the old walls of the house, so not the owners fault. It was a hot night but fortunately there was a fan in the wardrobe. All essentials are in place. Location is superb. Such a beautiful, old town and picturesque walk; Like stepping back in time. I really enjoyed my stay. It felt safe and relaxing!
Business_and_leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
13 Jul 2025
suki
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Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
10 Jul 2025
Tavi
Very close to train station, to the city centre, very helpful staff.
Business Family
8/10
Excellent
09 Jul 2025
Nigel
Good value for the area.
Business Self
8/10
Excellent
03 Jul 2025
Damian
Very friendly owner
8/10
Excellent
27 Jun 2025
Miss C

Good value, convenient hotel

I went for the no-frills option which, as a solo traveller, was ideal. Host was friendly and very helpful. Good guidance on navigating the town. Great location. Food nice although a long wait, Maybe have an option to choose from the menu in advance so as to give kitchen warning. Would recommend.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
25 Jun 2025
Andrew
Walking distance to center of Stamford, great atmosphere.
We have stayed twice now and we will be back!
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
22 Jun 2025
Claire
Quaint, old property with parking and very close to the High Street. Excellent host, nothing was too much trouble.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
19 Jun 2025
Margaret
What a beautiful gem so quaint.Quiet space,relaxing friendly welcome by staff.
Conveniently placed near by for shopping and local Theatre trip Will return again to Candlesticks.
Leisure
8/10
Excellent
17 Jun 2025
Theresa
The property is right in the heart of Stamford and having a parking area is a real bonus.
The owner was extremely friendly and helpful.
The rooms were clean and tidy and perfectly adequate for single occupancy, maybe on the small side for two. I loved the provision of breakfast items but in my room, although there was a table, there was no seating for two people, only a vanity stool.
The en-suite bathroom was spacious, with shower supplies and fresh white towels provided, but no working shower over the bath, and on the whole it could do with some maintenance and modernisation.
In spite of this seemingly critical review my friend and I had a pleasant stay and would use Candlesticks again for its location, convenience and reasonable price.
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
14 Jun 2025
Michael
The owner is a very good and friendly host even carried suit cases up to the room and give us a drink on the house when we arrived. It's the first place I will look for to book the next time I am in Stamford
Leisure Partner

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Candlesticks
1 Church Ln, Stamford, United Kingdom

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