STEP BACK TO A MORE STYLISH ERA AT THE EARL OF DONCASTER

VISITING TO DONCASTER?

Doncaster is a market town, rich with history, situated at the southern edge of the county of Yorkshire. It is famous for many things, not least the presence of Doncaster racecourse, the large amount of striking Regency and Georgian architecture and a rich industrial heritage, particularly in regards to the railways. The town sits on the river Don and the surviving architecture tells the story of the way in which it has changed through the centuries, with visitors still able to explore and admire Roman walls, Saxon Churches, a Norman Castle and a mansion house dating from 1749.

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LOOKING FOR A BREAK

It’s not all about the past, however, since modern Doncaster has much to recommend it to someone looking for a break, not least the varied shopping offer of its compact and easily navigated town centre. From the latest high street names to one of the finest traditional market places in the UK, Doncaster offers the chance to window shop, browse or haggle to your hearts content, and the only thing left to look for will be the perfect hotel to retire to at the end of the day.

LOCATION:

The earl of Doncaster hotel is just such an establishment. It is a 4 star luxury hotel boasting an absolutely perfect position directly equidistant between Doncaster racecourse and the town centre. The first thing which strikes any visitor to the hotel is its richly individual art deco appearance, a look which recalls the fact that it has been welcoming guests since opening in 1938. The clean lines and smooth surfaces of the aesthetic conjure forth a bygone era when class and style were more important than simply getting things done and when opulence and good taste managed to go hand in hand.

NEWLY REFURBISHED ROOMS:

The newly refurbished rooms in the hotel boast top quality contemporary furnishings and fittings as well as the very best modern facilities. Each room comes with air conditioning, a 32” flat screen TV and a luxury en suite bathroom featuring a separate walk in shower. The art deco styling of the hotel truly comes into its own in the confines of the hotel restaurant, where guests can choose to indulge themselves from the a la carte menu or simply treat themselves to a snack from the lounge bar selection. Those seeking an extra special treat can enjoy a cocktail in the adjoining Cocktail Bar or really treat themselves (or someone close to them) by starting the day with a decadently indulgent champagne breakfast.

NEAREST ATTRACTIONS AND TRANSPORT LINKS:

The nearest and most noteworthy attraction is Doncaster Racecourse, which is just 500 metres from the hotel. If you’re lucky enough to be staying when a race meeting is being held then going along is an absolute must, whether you place a few bets, indulge in a spot of people watching or simply soak up the exciting atmosphere generated by over 60,000 excited spectators.

The nearest transport link to the hotel is Doncaster Railway station, which is just 5 minutes away by taxi, and provides services to and from cities such as Manchester, Leeds and London.