The Best Castle
Hotels in Derbyshire

Relaxing atmosphere. Friendly staff. Popular among couples. Biggin Hall Hotel is a 3 star AA rated historic Grade II listed house of 17th Century origin with an AA awarded 1 rosette restaurant. It is set within 8 acres of grounds. The property is situated in the heart of the Peak District National Park, 1,000 feet above sea level, in peaceful open countryside. Our rooms are spacious and individually furnished. In addition to the 'Master Suite' - a luxurious four poster bedded room - there are 6 double / twin bedrooms and a two room suite in the main house. We have a total of 13 more rooms available in converted former outbuildings, known as our Courtyard and Garden rooms. The rooms all have Freeview TV, tea/coffee making facilities, a silent fridge & are en-suite. Well behaved dogs are welcome in the courtyard & garden rooms at no additional charge. Our restaurant serves traditional yet modern food & our menu is changed on a daily basis. In the bar, there is a choice of real ales, guest beers and a highly commended wine list. Show full description

Close to beach front. Lovely property. Stunning pool facilities. Renovated in 2023, this historic hotel lies within 300 acres of private parkland, a 10-minute drive from Derby. It has a spa, 18-hole golf courses, an indoor pool, and a fitness area. Free Wi-Fi is available across the hotel and not just in public areas. Bedrooms are located in the priory or country club building, with some dating back to 1260. Each room features a flat-screen TV and tea and coffee-making facilities. The Cast Iron Bar & Grill features British dishes and fine wines. Delta Hotels by Marriott Breadsall Priory Country Club is just 20 minutes by car from the M1 and within easy reach of Alton Towers, which is a 45-minute drive away. Show full description

Unique. Lovely interior design. Situated at the heart of the Peak District, The Old Hall Inn offers free Wi-Fi throughout. The quintessential English country pub is set just 15 miles from Manchester and within 10 minutes’ walk of Chinley Railway Station. This family run, 16th century inn offers en suite rooms with a flat-screen TV. Full English breakfasts and daily meals are served in the Minstrels Gallery, which connects The Old Hall Inn with the neighbouring Elizabethan manor house, Whitehough Hall. The room also includes hot drink making facilities. Some rooms are situated in the adjacent sister property, The Paper Mill Inn. The traditional country pub offers a seasonal menu with traditional favourites, prepared using local produce. The bar serves a wide selection of local ales. Chatsworth House is 20 miles away and the area of Kinder Scout offers scenic walks, just 20 minutes’ drive away. Free private parking is available. Show full description

Delightful property. Friendly staff. Where modern heritage meets a warm Derbyshire welcome. Oakhill is a beautiful Grade 2 Listed (Georgian style) house built by the Arkwright family in the mid 19th century, as a private family dwelling. The hotel is located in the stunning Derbyshire countryside, set in extensive landscaped gardens within the historic village of Cromford, in the UNESCO Derwent Valley World Heritage Site. Oakhill has four beautifully furnished suites, all with the most wonderful open views. Each is finished to an impeccable standard with original features and thoughtful heritage touches throughout. There are ten further bedrooms offering comfortable and spacious accommodation, with en-suite facilities. Derbyshire dining at its best! Experience Oakhill’s elevated take on traditional home cooking with a friendly, thoughtful service. We serve breakfast, lunches, dinners and afternoon teas. We pride ourselves on using locally sourced quality ingredients complemented by a reasonably priced comprehensive wine list. Our stylish bar and lounge and elegant dining room overlook our beautiful garden. We can cater for any family celebration including weddings. Please note: Due to us being a Grade II listed building this means that our rooms, and grounds are not suitable for customers with mobility issues. We do advise you to call reception to discuss this further. Show full description

Charming. Comfortable beds. Situated in the heart of Tutbury, this splendid 15th-century inn, steeped in history and full of character, boasts traditional open log fires and oak beams. Just 5 minutes’ walk away from the notoriously haunted Tutbury Castle, the Dog & Partridge Hotel by Chef and Brewer Collection is also within easy reach of the village’s antique and craft shops. If you wish to venture further afield, nearby you can visit Burton-upon-Trent, Uttoxeter Race Course and the beautiful Peak District. All rooms are individually decorated and have private bathrooms. The room also features a TV and radio. The Dog & Partridge Hotel by Chef and Brewer Collection also has a Chef & Brewer restaurant serving quality food throughout the day and evening. Show full description

Great location. This former coaching inn has a beautiful location less than a minute’s walk from Peveril Castle, which you can climb to enjoy breathtaking views over the Hope Valley. In the heart of the Peak District, it has free limited parking and is a 5-minute drive from Hope Rail Station. Rooms at The Castle by Innkeeper's Collection are traditionally furnished, with some retaining original features. The Castle by Innkeeper's Collection is close to 4 show caverns, where you can explore vaulted chambers, bottomless pits, gemstone mines and underground canals via boat. Each also benefits from a TV, desk and tea and coffee making facilities. Show full description

Great location. Popular among couples. Set in the beautiful Dovedale Valley, The Izaak Walton is a 17th-century hotel with spectacular views across the Derbyshire countryside, known for its fishing streams, a log fireplace in the front hotel lounge and an additional log fireplace with traditional oak beamed ceilings in the Bar area. A seating area, tea and coffee facilities and a TV feature in all rooms at The Izaak Walton Hotel. Each private bathroom includes a selection of toiletries and a hairdryer. The Haddon Restaurant offers fine dining and views over Thorpe Cloud Hill and Dovedale. You can go fishing in one of Derbyshire's finest trout streams, the River Dove, which is just 200 metres away and was made famous in "The Complete Angler". Scenic walks are possible in the surrounding Peak District countryside. The historic market town of Ashbourne is a 10-minute drive away and Alton Towers Theme Park is 20 minutes’ drive from the hotel. Haddon Hall and the historic Chatsworth House are a 25-minute drive away. The hotel will not accept responsibility for incorrect bookings through this site. Show full description

Beach front location. Great views. In the heart of the Derbyshire countryside, Santo's Higham Farm Hotel has stunning views over the Amber Valley. It offers free Wi-Fi throughout, rooms with satellite TVs and an award-winning restaurant. Santo’s is a restored 15th-century farmhouse with rooms featuring original oak beams. Bedrooms are individually designed and have en suite bathrooms with either bath or showers and hairdryers. Some have courtyard or garden views, four-posters and the latest editions have a glass roof. The restaurant offers exquisite a la carte menu. Bar meals are also available lunchtime and evenings. Santo's Higham Farm is 4 miles from junction 28 of the M1 Motorway. Free parking is available at Santo’s Hotel. Show full description

Superb breakfast. Situated in Wessington, in the Derbyshire countryside, this 17th-century farmhouse has free Wi-Fi and free parking on site. With 30 acres of grounds, it is within easy walking distance of the village, which has a fish and chips shop and pub. Full English breakfast is served each morning at Crich Lane Farm, in a dining room with separate tables. Locally sourced ingredients are used, including free-range eggs and tomatoes from the farm’s greenhouse. Rooms are traditionally furnished, and each benefits from a flat-screen TV and tea and coffee making facilities. All come with an en suite bathroom and free toiletries and a hairdryer. Crich Lane’s conservatory is used as a guest lounge, and you can find brochures on local places of interest, maps, books and a TV with a DVD player. Show full description

Very cosy. Superb interior design. Surrounded by views of the Peak District, The Farmhouse at Mackworth is set just 9 minutes’ drive from the city of Derby. A converted 18th century farmhouse, it has a bar, a restaurant and free Wi-Fi. Each of the rooms has an en-suite bathroom with either a walk-in shower or shower over the bath. They also have bed linen, towels, bathrobes, White Company toiletries, a hairdryer, flat screen TV, Nespresso coffee machine and tea/coffee making facilities. The pub has a garden area and terrace. The kitchen is open for lunch and dinner serving fresh wood-wired pizzas, Josper-cooked premium steaks and British classics. The bar serves a selection of wines, spirits, real ales and cocktails. Just 29 minutes’ drive from The Farmhouse is Donington Park Racing Circuit. For shopping, Westfield Derby indoor shopping centre is a 9-minute car journey away. Alter Rock Climbing Wall is also a short 11 minutes’ drive from the hotel. Show full description

Highly elegant. Only 15 minutes from Derby and the M1 motorway, the Morley Hayes Hotel offers luxurious rooms, many with balconies. It has 2 golf courses, 2 restaurants and a helipad. A free shuttle service is available from Derby Railway Station or East Midlands Airport to the hotel. Rooms at the Morley have elegant furnishings and stylish bathrooms. Most have a seating area and views of the golf course or countryside. Many have balconies, deep baths and powerful showers. The Dovecote Restaurant serves gourmet dishes including a Sunday luncheon. Roosters Bar and Restaurant serves real ales, light meals and snacks while the Spike Bar shows sporting events on a big-screen TV. The restaurant has won Derbyshire Restaurant of the Year and been awarded 2 Rosettes for its fine food. A full 18-hole Championship-length golf course, a 9-hole course and a driving range are available. Tuition and equipment are available at the golf shop. Set in 270 acres of Derbyshire countryside, Morley Hayes is 6 miles from Derby Cathedral and city centre. Alton Towers, Chatsworth House and Nottingham city centre are all within 30 miles. Show full description

Situated in the historic town of Belper, The Lion Hotel features a modern bar area set within an 18th century building. It is just a 4-minute walk from Belper Rail Station and offers free Wi-Fi and free private parking. Cooked breakfasts are available to purchase at an additional cost The bar area features a mix of traditional 18th century elements, including beamed ceilings and leaded windows and modern 21st century furnishings, such as leather seats. Guest accommodation at The Lion Hotel is decorated using pastel colours and they are all equipped with an en suite bathroom with complimentary toiletries. Each room also features a TV, a telephone and ironing facilities. Breakfast included is a continental style breakfast. Guests can also take advantage of the spacious seating area in the courtyard. The city of Derby is 8 miles south of the pub and Nottingham city centre is just 18 miles away. The South East corner of the Peak District National Park can be reached in 15 minutes by car and the M1 Motorway is only 12 miles away. Show full description