A list by Sofie Nieminen & Ted Valentin. Updated March 2024.
We have created a list with the most romantic getaway hotels in Derbyshire, UK. Beautiful hotels that are perfect for a romantic weekend break or a getaway retreat for couples. Some are historic buildings, country estates, manor houses, family-run hotels and spa hotels.
Set in fine Peak District countryside ideal for walking and mountain biking, this hotel and spahas an indoor swimming pool with views over Win Hill and the Hope Valley. The Losehill House Hotel & Spa has bedrooms with a TV/DVD and views of the Peak District. The restaurant offers healthy lunches, and in the evening there are homemade dishes on the menu. The spa at Losehill House has treatment rooms and a sauna. Some have free Wi-Fi access. The outdoor hot tub on the terrace has views of Win Hill. The picturesque village of Castleton is about 5 km away and Edale Train Station is 6 km away.Show full description
Located in Baslow and with Chatsworth House reachable within 5 km, Fischers Baslow Hall - Chatsworth offers a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi and a terrace. This 4-star hotel offers a bar. Guests can sample local and British dishes at the in-house restaurant. Guests at Fischers Baslow Hall can enjoy the hotel's restaurant, which also boasts three AA rosettes and a Michelin plate. All units at the hotel come with a seating area. The private bathroom is equipped with a shower, free toiletries and a hair dryer. The rooms include a desk. Manchester Airport is 60 km from the property.Show full description
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
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. We have a total of 13 more rooms available in converted former outbuildings, known as our Courtyard and Garden rooms. Well behaved dogs are welcome in the courtyard & garden rooms at no additional charge. 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. The rooms all have Freeview TV, tea/coffee making facilities, a silent fridge & are en-suite. 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
Located on the Chatsworth Estate, The Cavendish Hotel restaurants has won an AA 2 Rosette Award. The hotel offers locally sourced food and free Wi-Fi. The hotel is steeped in history, with perfect views and peaceful surroundings. The Cavendish Hotel, originally the famous Peacock, is located in the heart of the Peak District. Throughout the hotel you will find open fires, oak beams, antique furnishings, fresh flowers and friendly staff. And yet this oasis is located just 15 minutes from Sheffield and 20 minutes off the M1.Show full description
This 19th-century coaching inn is situated between Matlock and Buxton in the heart of the Peak District. Located in the centre of Bakewell's historic market town, the property is easily accessible for visiting Haddon Hall, a 5-minute drive away. Rooms are located either in the beautiful main building or the courtyard. Our Eatery Restaurant offers exciting menus, and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Located on the edge of the Chatsworth Estate, Chatsworth House can be reached by a short 10-minute drive. Each room is decorated to a high standard and refurbished in 2020. The hotel has its own Coffee House serving a variety of coffees and specialist teas for all tastes. If you would prefer something different then the hotels bar offers a selection of gins, whiskeys, ales and so much more. Depending on the weather there is a small outside terraced area for guests to enjoy the local atmosphere.Show full description
On the edge of The Peak District, this modern, boutique hotel boasts stylish rooms with LED TVs and countryside views. The 16th-century pub at 4-star Peak Edge Hotel serves local produce amongst open fires. Some rooms at Peak Edge Hotel provide beautiful glass Juliet balconies overlooking the lake, or double-ended baths. The beautiful scenery of The Peak District, with its many walking and cycling trails, is less than 10 minutes’ drive away. With free WiFi and sleek, modern bathrooms with large rain showers, each room includes king-size beds. Awarded 2 AA Rosettes, the hotel's bistro serves full English breakfasts each morning, along with a wide continental selection. Menus change regularly, with daily specials, fresh fish, and home-grown vegetables. The property's bar offers comfy sofas and local ales. Chesterfield is just 10 minutes’ drive away, while Sheffield can be reached in 30 minutes by car.Show full description
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
Offering a restaurant and a bar, The View at the White Horse Woolley Moor also boasts free WiFi access and free on-site parking for all guests. Just 7.4 miles from Chesterfield, the family-run hotel is also a 30-minute drive from the Peak District National Park. At The View at the White Horse Woolley Moor there is a garden. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including hiking. Chatsworth House is 12 miles away. Each room includes a TV, a balcony and a seating area. Complete with a refrigerator, the dining area also has an electric kettle. Extras include a sofa, a desk and a safety deposit box. Other facilities offered at the property include meeting facilities and luggage storage. The hotel is 6.2 miles Crich Tramway Village, home of the National Tramway Museum and a 10-minute walk from Ogston Reservoir.Show full description
Just 3 minutes’ walk from the 85-acre Alvaston Park, Maryland in Derby provides comfortable bed and breakfast accommodation. Around 30 minutes’ drive from the Peak District National Park, Maryland offers free parking and Wi-Fi. Each room has either en suite or private bathroom facilities with shower or bath, or use of shared bathroom, with complementary toiletries. As well as tea and coffee facilities, there is a hairdryer and TV with DVD player. Freshly prepared breakfasts include a traditional English with bacon, eggs, tomato, and mushrooms. There are cereals, fruit and toast with preserves, all served in the dining room or on the outdoor terrace. East Midlands International Airport is around 11 miles away, with direct bus services to Derby stopping just opposite Maryland. Close to the borders with Nottinghamshire and Staffordshire, Burton-upon-Trent and Nottingham are both 20-25 minutes’ drive away.Show full description
Opened June 2021. Located in Bakewell, 8.9 km from Chatsworth House, Rafters at Riverside House Hotel provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. This 5-star hotel offers free WiFi. The property is allergy-free and is situated 17 km from Buxton Opera House. At the hotel, each room is fitted with a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. The rooms are equipped with a kettle, while selected rooms are equipped with a patio and others also offer river views. The daily breakfast offers à la carte, Full English/Irish or vegetarian options. FlyDSA Arena is 33 km from Rafters at Riverside House Hotel, while Alton Towers is 41 km away. The nearest airport is Manchester Airport, 47 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Opened July 2020. Set in Buxton, 300 metres from Buxton Opera House, Ensana Buxton Crescent offers accommodation with a terrace, private parking, a restaurant and a bar. This 5-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. The wellness area includes an indoor pool, fitness centre and sauna, while an outdoor swimming pool is also available. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a kettle, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. At Ensana Buxton Crescent all rooms are fitted with bed linen and towels. The accommodation offers a hot spring bath. Guests at Ensana Buxton Crescent will be able to enjoy activities in and around Buxton, like hiking and cycling. Chatsworth House is 26 km from the hotel, while Capesthorne Hall is 29 km from the property. The nearest airport is Manchester, 33 km from Ensana Buxton Crescent, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Set in Grindleford Bridge, 11 km from Chatsworth House, The Maynard offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. Offering a bar, the property is located within 21 km of FlyDSA Arena. The property is non-smoking and is situated 27 km from Buxton Opera House. All guest rooms in the hotel are fitted with a coffee machine. All rooms have a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. At The Maynard all rooms include bed linen and towels. Breakfast is available every morning, and includes à la carte, continental and Full English/Irish options. Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Grindleford Bridge, like hiking. Eco-Power Stadium is 49 km from The Maynard. The nearest airport is Manchester Airport, 50 km from the hotel.Show full description
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. The room also includes hot drink making facilities. Some rooms are situated in the adjacent sister property, The Paper Mill Inn. 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 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
Just 9 minutes’ drive from East Midlands International Airport, Melbourne View Hotel provides accommodation and bar. In a quiet location surrounded by fields, en suite rooms have free Wi-Fi and car parking. Each room has en suite bathroom facilities with shower or bath and complementary toiletries. There is a flat-screen TV, hairdryer and tea and coffee facilities. The property has a lounge bar with a conservatory. Breakfast is provided. Melbourne View Hotel is around 5 minutes’ drive from both the Donington Park Circuit and the Derbyshire town of Melbourne. Derby lies 9 miles to the north, and Nottingham, Loughborough and Burton-on-Trent can all be reached in less than 30 minutes.Show full description
Around 8 miles from the Peak District, The White Hart Inn provides high-quality accommodation in the Derbyshire countryside. Its characterful bar and restaurant retains oak beams and stone walls, and The White Hart provides free Wi-Fi and parking. The restaurant serves a range of rustic dishes and pub classics, and a children’s menu. The inn maintains original features and combines cosy log fires with modern touches. Rooms include a TV, air conditioning, tea and coffee-making facilities and a bathroom with a hairdryer. Full English breakfast is cooked to order, using locally sourced products. There is a continental selection with pastries, muffins, fresh fruit and juices. The bar offers real ales and provides regular live entertainment. Located in Moorwoodmoor, the inn is 6 miles from Matlock, and around 17 miles from Derby. Nottingham is around 35 minutes’ drive from this inn. There is easy access to the M1 Motorway. Nearby attractions include Alton Towers and the Peak District National Park.Show full description
Yorkshire Bridge Inn is set in Hope Valley in the Peak District National Park, less than 5 minutes' walk from Ladybower Reservoir. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar. The villages of Castleton, Hathersage and Hope are all less than 15 minutes' drive from Yorkshire Bridge Inn. Rooms are fitted with a flat-screen TV. You will find a kettle in the room. Each room includes a private bathroom. You can enjoy various activities in the area, including hiking and cycling. There are walking trails from the property. Bicycles can be stored in the covered area at the property. You can play darts at this bed and breakfast, and the area is also popular for golfing. Bakewell is 21 km from the property, while Sheffield is 18 km away. Manchester Airport is 52 km from the property.Show full description
Hodgkinsons Hotel Matlock Bath is set in Matlock Bath, just outside the beautiful Peak District National Park. Featuring a secluded roof garden, this charming property offers individually decorated rooms in a Grade-II-listed building. The spacious rooms have elegant design and come with free WiFi, heating and a private bathroom. The property has a cosy traditional bar, while European cuisine prepared with local produce is served in the restaurant. The property features lovely greenery, as well its own cave and patio area. Interiors feature wooden beams, original fireplaces and embossed wallpaper. Some rooms look onto the nearby River Derwent. The Peak District Mining Museum is set next to the hotel. A stroll along the river will lead to Matlock Bath Railway Station and onto Matlock Village, less than 2 miles away. Chesterfield and Derby can be reached in 30 minutes by car.Show full description
Opened April 2021. Located in Ashbourne, 19 km from Alton Towers, Wildhive Callow Hall provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. Among the facilities at this property are a 24-hour front desk and a concierge service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Guests can have a drink at the bar. All units in the hotel are equipped with a TV. Every room has a coffee machine, while certain rooms here will provide you with a kitchenette with a fridge and a microwave. At Wildhive Callow Hall each room is equipped with bed linen and towels. The area is popular for hiking, and bike hire is available at the accommodation. Buxton Opera House is 34 km from Wildhive Callow Hall, while Chatsworth House is 34 km away. The nearest airport is East Midlands Airport, 43 km from the hotel.Show full description
Newly opened, April 2024. Set in Derby, 22 km from Donington Park, Cathedral Quarter Hotel - Derby offers accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar. Among the facilities at this property are room service and a concierge service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is non-smoking and is located 25 km from Nottingham Castle. At the hotel, the rooms are equipped with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. All guest rooms will provide guests with a fridge. An à la carte, Full English/Irish or Italian breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. National Ice Centre is 27 km from Cathedral Quarter Hotel - Derby, while Trent Bridge Cricket Ground is 27 km from the property. The nearest airport is East Midlands Airport, 21 km from the accommodation.Show full description
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