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Reviews of Houseboat Hotels

Wharf Street, Sheffield, S2 5SY, United Kingdom

#4 of 14 B&Bs and Inns in Sheffield

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 312 hotel reviews

9.3

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.4

  • Comfort

    9.4

  • Location

    9.5

  • Facilities

    9.4

  • Staff

    9.4

  • Value for money

    9.1

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  • Reviewed: 3 May 2023

    9.0
    A lovely, unique place to stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Houseboat - Millie Grace
    • Stayed 1 night

    The boat was really well appointed, comfortable and cared for. The communication from the owner before arrival was great.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 May 2023

    10
    fantastic such a lovely location with a couple of lively pubs literally a minute away from boat. The boat itself was imm
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Houseboat - Laila Mai
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    nothing

    everything was perfect

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 April 2023

    9.0
    Enjoyable and comfortable alternative to local hotels
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Houseboat - Millie Grace
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Well located, comfortable house boats make for an enjoyable alternative to local hotels. Well equipped and comfortable, and owner/staff were helpful and responsive to questions, and happy to set up for our particular requirements.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 April 2023

    10
    perfect
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Houseboat - Laila Mai
    • Stayed 1 night

    nothing

    the barge was really quirky - perfect for the crucible

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 April 2023

    9.0
    Lovely, unique and relaxing stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Houseboat - Millie Grace
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bed did feel a little like we were rolling together but it was comfy enough and long enough. It would benefit from a bit of a refresh/deep clean but it was lovely and certainly not unclean!

    The check in was really simple, Mark sent great directions and instructions on arrival. The boat is lovely, we felt instantly relaxed. We stayed on the Millie Grace and it was great being able to park the car right next to the boat. We walked into the city centre within 10 minutes and went to the theatre, had lovely meals at Ego and Browns and drinks along Division street. We also visited Dorothy Pax and True Loves right next to the boat. Unfortunately Victoria Junction was closed as it was the bank holiday weekend. We got an Uber back from town one day as we were feeling lazy but it’s an easy stroll. I’m 6ft and felt the boat was spacious, I liked that it felt higher at the ceiling than we expected and it was so well equipped too. We would definitely return!

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 April 2023

    10
    A lovely, hidden gem, peaceful, fun, cosy houseboat in a handy location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Houseboat - Laila Mai
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    We loved our houseboat. It is spacious, clean and well laid out. Lovely small touches and details. I thoroughly enjoyed a sunrise coffee watching the ducks and water. Peaceful, tucked away location. Mark was friendly and helpful with our booking. We danced to the fab sound system ;)

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 March 2023

    8.0
    Fun alternative to a standard hotel.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Houseboat - Laila Mai
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was very cold overnight because of the freezing cold Sheffield weather. But heaters were provided and that is the risk you take if you book a boat!

    Really fun alternative to a regular hotel. Excellent location with bar and cafe basically next door and short walking distance to city. Boat was really cute with thoughtful details. Would definitely stay again but hope for warmer weather!

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 February 2023

    10
    Loved it
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Houseboat - Laila Mai
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    We didn’t get directions in advance and got lost for 30 mins (even though we were only 2 mins away) But the contact person was superb

    High quality and great location

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 February 2023

    10
    House boat - Millie Grace
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Houseboat - Millie Grace
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing, exceeded expectations

    Really loved staying here, something neither of us have done before. It was clean, tidy and well equipped. On our day of departure we met the owner on the off chance, Mark was very polite, and we had a little chat. Recommend staying here, even just for the experience! It would have cost us the same to stay in a chain hotel, but decided we would like to try something different and also independent. We are so glad we did. We will be planning another stay at some point!

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 February 2023

    9.0
    We stayed to go to Hillsborough for the match, it just fitted perfect and when I stay over again I will stay here if it’
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Houseboat - Laila Mai
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    the property was exactly as described. The boat is in a great location, it’s comfortable and it’s great value for money

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 February 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Houseboat - Laila Mai
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Fantastic stay, beautiful accommodation - no complaints!

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 January 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Houseboat - Laila Mai
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We love the fact it's a home from home , we've stayed here before and we've already booked again. The boat is in a great location.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 January 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Houseboat - Millie Grace
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    We had problems opening the door from the inside, I don't think there's a fault with the lock but for some reason it was tricky

    To say its really cold at night it was so warm and cosy and peaceful on the boat, and in the darkness sheffield looked really pretty, we had a lovely pizza at true loves would definitely recommend to others

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 December 2022

    9.0
    Excelsnt stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Houseboat - Laila Mai
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 19 December 2022

    10
    A little gem
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Houseboat - Millie Grace
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    What a little gem,spotlessly clean with everything you need.The location is fantastic only a 5 minute walk and you are on high street with all the bars restaurants etc,and it's lovely and peaceful at night too.We will definitely be booking again but for a few nights next time.I don't normally leave reviews but I needed to this time,thank-you for a lovely stay.

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 15 December 2022

    9.0
    a great experience of boat living
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Houseboat - Millie Grace
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    nothing really - we enjoyed our stay immensely

    cozy, clean and comfortable

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 13 December 2022

    10
    amazing and unique
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Houseboat - Laila Mai
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    we liked everything

    it was so close to everything and the people at the bar was so friendly and it was so quiet and relaxing

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 8 December 2022

    9.0
    Very original and eccentric - loved the experience and will definitely return!
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Houseboat - Millie Grace
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Was a little cold on arrival - but that’s because you’re on the water on the 1st Dec! soon warmed up when we turned the heating on. shower was a bit slow, as it’s a boat pump system and hot water tank. however, it’s no problem if you’ve stayed in a caravan / Motorhome and you just factor in the time.

    The boat has been kitted as a high quality ‘hotel apartment’ for the price of a standard city centre room. it’s self catering but everything is there for that - and you can eat in the bars and cafes minutes away on the quayside; some even deliver!

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 4 December 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Houseboat - Millie Grace
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    The novelty of staying on a barge. Lovely location.

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 3 December 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Houseboat - Laila Mai
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The amount of times we banged our heads 🤣

    It's really nice and clean inside nice clean oven it's got everything you could possibly need

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 24 November 2022

    10
    lovely will hopefully be back to stay again
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Houseboat - Millie Grace
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    nothing.. all as expected

    beautiful, clean nice and warm with the heaters very cosy

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: 14 November 2022

    9.0
    Great night away
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Houseboat - Laila Mai
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Even with the heater on the lowest setting it was still really hot on the legs when sat on the settee. Could have done with a little mesh rack screwed to the wall next to the bedroom window to store my phone and bottle of water for the night as i was up the inner side of the bed.only a minor thing. I would have liked our fairy lights to come on but they never did 😳..

    It was a lovely night the bed was cosy and it was lovely to have the tele in bed. We was able to hook up a dvd player to watch a film.although a double adapter would have been easier as there was only one socket. loved being on the boat though. It was an exsperiance im glad i had so thankyou😊.. I shower was really decent for a boat i wasnt exspecting tht..

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: 10 October 2022

    10
    10 out of 10
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Houseboat - Millie Grace
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing it was perfect

    The accommodation was lovely. Perfectly located for the city centre, and easy access to finf

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 7 October 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Houseboat - Laila Mai
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Would have been nice to have some instructions on how to put up the 2nd double bed. Also an info booklet on things to explore & how to get into the city. Also i struggled to get into the bed as I'm short so a little step would have been ideal.

    How peaceful and quiet it was

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 6 October 2022

    10
    Perfect and very relaxing
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Houseboat - Millie Grace
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location, enjoy staying on a boat and Mark, the owner, couldn’t have been more helpful. This is our 3rd time and we’ll be back again!

    Stayed in October 2022

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