About this property
This Grade II listed, 15th-century manor house offers four-star, luxury rooms and award-winning dining in an beautiful location by the Worcestershire and Staffordshire canal. The hotel Restaurant features 2 AA rosettes and offers a wide variety of menus including an á la carte and lunch menu. Guests can also enjoy the countryside and canal views from the bright and airy conservatory. The Moat House also includes the warm, informal Brasserie Bar, with 14th-century beams and decoration, log fires, and lakeside picnic tables. Rooms at The Moat House include luxury furnishing, private private bathrooms, and free Wi-Fi. Guests are also provided with TVs, hairdryers, and tea and coffee-making facilities. The Moat House is located in the rural village of Acton Trussell. The town of Stafford and Stafford Rail Station are just 10 minutes’ drive away, while Stafford Castle and the M6 motorway are only 10 minutes away by car.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Chris
Canada
“The Moat House is charming. The location is idyllic. The staff are exceptionally friendly.” - Chanokrudee
Thailand
“The staff is friendly and service minded especially at the restaurant. They were so helpful getting us a table when they were quite full” - Abigail
United States
“Beautiful grounds!! Staff was incredibly kind and helpful, especially in the bar and restaurant. Did everything they could to help make our toddler comfortable.” - Kerr
United Kingdom
“Breakfast good and location excellent for our onward journey south” - Paul
United Kingdom
“Breakfast was 1st class, a big thank you to Tommy, for being so friendly and helping with our directions to get to out destination . Also the reception staff, trying help us when the disable parking had been taken over by none blue badge holders,...” - Briony
United Kingdom
“The hotel was exceptionally clean and comfortable. Staff were extremely helpful and friendly. We were there to celebrate my parents 80th birthday, and we had a wonderful time. The food in the Orangery restaurant was very high quality, and we all...” - Justine
United Kingdom
“Absolutely incredible night away, the room was impeccably clean. The bed was huge and so comfortable! We had everything we could have wished for. All the staff were very welcoming and accommodating. The food in the restaurant was exquisite. Out of...” - Brian
United Kingdom
“Large family room with king bed, V. good shower. Good choice at breakfast but being self service some items not too hot.” - Andrew
United Kingdom
“Breakfast and evening meal was very good, location is excellent, staff seemed a little flustered in the morning” - Elizabeth
United Kingdom
“I have been a couple of times now and the staff are wonderful (to guests and each other) at The Moat House. I dont normally sleep well in hotels the first night but not been a problem thanks to comfy bed and room.”
Hotel area info
Restaurants
- Restaurant #1
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.





The fine print
The Moat House's award-winning Conservatory restaurant is also open for nonresidents, therefore advance reservations are essential for Friday and Saturday nights.
A discounted menu is available Monday - Friday for residents of The Moat House.
An 'Early Doors' menu is served Sunday - Friday from 18:30 - 19:45.
Please note the restaurant is closed on Sunday evenings. Bar food is available.