Harpur's of Melbourne

We intended to eat at The Boot in Repton - however it hat plan went awry so we asked if our booking could be moved to Harpurs and WOW we fell on our feet ! Food and service were amazing! Superb steaks / great garlic bread / fab salad ! Our compliments to the chefs! Just Wow!

The staff went out of their way to be helpful to find a room for someone with mobility problems at present. The food in the restaurant was excellent. The accommodation itself was in a terraced house across the road from the main hotel, and had been beautifully converted to include a bedroom with a comfortable double bed, a bathroom, a kitchen with numerous appliances (including a kettle, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine and more), with a modern bathroom and back door which opened onto a small terrace. Everything was spotlessly clean and tastefully decorated. My only minor criticisms concern some points which could easily be put right. Although the accommodation was clearly intended for two people, there was only one chair in the entire place, and not even a small table, which is odd when you have cooking facilities provided! The electric blind in the bathroom did not work, nor did the bedside lamp (presumably just a battery and a bulb which needed replacing). I would recommend this place highly.

We stayed on two occasions over one week and were booked into a small flat each time - this was just across the road from the restaurant. Excellent stay and we ate at the hotel both nights - one was a Sunday and we thoroughly recommend the Sunday lunch. Manager and staff very friendly even though the bar and restaurant always seems busy. The food is really nice from a very hard working chef and kitchen. Melbourne is a small but lovely town with lovely buildings and walks around an estate lake. Seems to be quite an active community for things going on during the week. We would definitely stay if down this way again.

Brief overnight stay whilst attending an event at Donnington. Easy to find, free parking if resident. Very noisy on arrival early evening but that's to be expected on a Bank Holiday weekend and we were able to have relaxed pre dinner drinks in the courtyard garden. Beautifully appointed bedroom and bathroom (though would have appreciated bottled water in room). Dinner was fine but what made this stay so enjoyable was the wonderful staff, especially the two young guys who looked after us extremely well and this was most appreciated. Would definitely stay again.

Amazing food, lovely decor and ambiendce, attentive friendly staff, an overall all-around enjoyable dining experience. Excellent choice of starters mains and desserts. Although the place was busy the staff were on the ball to make sure everyone had an enjoyable time and you weren't waiting for your food. If you visit on a Sunday kids eat for £1 so well worth a visit. I would highly recommend and will definitely be going again, can praise the staff enough.

Very nice hotel in a great location. Great food and friendly staff. Room was very clean and comfortable. Very busy bar area, however being popular is no bad thing. Located in the centre of Melbourne Close to other bars and shops. Would definitely come here again.