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The Dragon

2.5 star property
Enjoy the free parking at this Derby inn

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Restaurant
Superior Double Room, Ensuite | Bathroom
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Exterior
Superior Double Room, Ensuite

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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12 Canal Bridge, Derby, England, DE65 6BQ
  • Place, Etwall Leisure Centre
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Derby
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Kedleston Hall
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, East Midlands (EMA)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room, Ensuite

Standard Double Room, Ensuite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Cottage, Private Bathroom, Canal View | Bathroom

Deluxe Cottage, Private Bathroom, Canal View

  • Canal view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Room

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Room

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Double Room, Ensuite

Superior Double Room, Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Double or Twin Room, Ensuite

Superior Double or Twin Room, Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Double or Twin Room, Ensuite (Standard Double / Twin)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Derby

In Derby .Within 6 miles (10 km) of this Derby inn, you'll find Claymills Victorian Pumping Station and Pirelli Stadium. Etwall Leisure Centre and Cineworld Burton upon Trent are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Etwall Leisure Centre - 9 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Claymills Victorian Pumping Station - 11 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Pirelli Stadium - 13 min drive - 7.2 km
  • University of Derby - 14 min drive - 12.7 km
  • Kedleston Hall - 15 min drive - 12.7 km

Getting around

  • Willington Station - 1 min walk
  • East Midlands Airport (EMA) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Been Coffee - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Hawk & Buckle - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Seven Wells - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Bulls Head - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Dragon

Enjoy the free parking at this Derby inn
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a business center and a meeting room.

WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

This Derby inn is smoke free.

  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
The Dragon offers 15 accommodations. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • High chair

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

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/debit cards
This property uses some solar energy
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property accepts credit or debit cards, Visa, and Mastercard. This property uses solar energy.

This property recommends that guests reserve dinner in advance if they intend to dine at The Dragon Pub.

Property is also known as

Cottage Derby

The Cottage Inn

The Cottage Derby

The Cottage Inn Derby

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Dragon to the airport?

The Dragon is 12 mi (27-min drive) away from the East Midlands Airport (EMA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Dragon?

As of Jun 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Dragon on Jun 5, 2026 start from CA $154, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Dragon have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Dragon.

Does The Dragon offer free breakfast?

The Dragon does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Dragon?

No, there is no casino at this inn.

What time is check-in at The Dragon?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Dragon?

This inn offers free self parking.

Does The Dragon have a pool?

The Dragon does not have a pool.

Does The Dragon have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Dragon have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this inn.

How close is The Dragon to downtown Derby?

The Dragon is 0.2 mi away from Willington.

The Dragon Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 122 out of 168 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 32 out of 168 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 168 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 168 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 168 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean spacious room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Repeat visit best in the area
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great choice of food in restaurant, friendly staff, good atmosphere. Room was well appointed and had everything you need
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, very nice room and good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

S

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay

Nice house great home.. terrific large super king bed.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Cottage is a great place to stay and the Dragon is an excellent pub to have a few drinks and had excellent food. The staff are both friendly and professional.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfortable and friendly place to stay

Absolutely perfect stay. One night in the area visiting family so we ate at The Dragon next door which was also great. Would highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent Pub (food and drink selection), prices good with discount on drinks post meal. Lovely ensuite room.Great 1 night getaway. Will definitely go again
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Przemek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly staff at the restaurant, we been looking after the GM
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified

2/10 Terrible

thomas

There weren’t enough beds in our room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful room and lovely pub attached. Extremley clean and comfortable and the staff couldn't do enough to accomodate
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend the Cottage. Very clean and comfortable. Food at the Dragon is fantastic along with great beer.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Country charm with great facilities.

Very clean and comfortable accomodation, with excellent dinning and bar facilities attached next door. Staff are very friendly and cannot do enough to assist.Would certainly use again and again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Check in was very smooth, friendly and professional and the room was everything you can hope for: clean, comfortable and warm. My only comment would be that breakfast should be included for the price
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely quiet place, comfy bed. Big thanks to Emma for outstanding service!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Will definitely return, especially in the summer month to enjoy the outside
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super stay - high quality furnished room, and quiet late on, despite the vibrant atmosphere at the adjoining pub. Only thing I could perhaps find fault with would be the high tog rating for the duvet (which made for a rather warm night !)
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Esther

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good value
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Louisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Exactly what we needed
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alister

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fabulous!

Great find! Lovely location right on the waterside. Modern, clean, comfortable. The pub is great, dinner was good, breakfast was excellent. Staff are all very friendly. I'll definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Night away

Very clean, tidy, comfortable and spacious accommodation. Lovely to have somewhere to sit and watch a film rather than only a bed so definitely worth paying a little extra.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous staff. Excellent food. Very comfortable bed. Shower head had a leak but was replaced very promptly. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Only slight criticism would be that it was a bit messy near the bedrooms.
Verified

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room - vv comfortable We didn’t have enough towels- 1 set for 2 Lovely breakfast - delicious Some Staff need a bit more training but they were trying
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Booked this at the last minute and it was a great choice. Struggled to find it on a dark and rainy night because it’s part of the Dragon pub and I couldn’t find a sign for the cottage! Parking was quite busy but still found a space. Much better than the drab budget hotels in Derby.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

beverley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great little find clean and fresh. I thought breakfast was included but this is additional cost in pub next door. Very helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023