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7 of the Best Luxury Hotels in the Peak District

7 of the Best Luxury Hotels in the Peak District

The Peak District is the UK’s first national park, and it’s still its busiest, a place for adventure in the great outdoors, reconnecting with nature, or just being surrounded by it. Whatever you want to get from this beautiful, serene landscape, there’s the right accommodation for you, including something luxurious if you’re looking for a rural escape with all the trappings of comfort and elegance. Our recommendations for luxury hotels in the Peak District includes some exceptional country house hotels, converted from some of the elegant manor houses this region is rife with, it also includes a spot in Buxton perfect for the Summer Arts Festival, and a spa hotel with an incredible view.

For a country house hotel

Fischer's Baslow Hall is a neatly symmetrical manor house in a fantastic location and with a fabulous Michelin-starred restaurant, which is certainly the centrepiece of the hotel. It’s visually very chintzy, with floral drapes, fabrics and wallpapers, open fireplaces, antique furnishings and plenty of tassels, but the cuisine is very contemporary British, and quite innovative. There are just 11 rooms. And you’re very close to Chatsworth House and Haddon Hall.

Once upon a time the Peacock at Rowsley was the Dower House for Haddon Hall, the seat of the Dukes of Rutland, and you can still see some of the Rutland furnishings today, mixed with contemporary pieces to create a stylish, luxurious feeling collection of 15 rooms and suites. This is the kind of hotel where you’ll be greeted with afternoon tea, and offered camomile tea before bed, and there will always be a fire roaring if cosiness is required. The restaurant has 3 AA Rosettes, so it will not disappoint. You’re surrounded by miles and miles of countryside to explore, and the hotel will help you out there too, offering a ‘walk of the day’ recommendation every day at breakfast.
On the edge of the Chatsworth estate in the heart of the Peak District, the Cavendish Hotel has stunning views onto the estate and surrounding countryside. Inside, this elegant country house hotel has 24 spacious rooms, some with four-poster beds, some oak beams, and most of them with lovely antiques and luxurious fabrics. There’s also an award-winning restaurant known for its seasonal, local produce with a rural twist.

For a romantic stay

Pretty Buxton’s The Old Hall Hotel claims to be Britain’s oldest hotel, and it certainly looks the part from the outside, clad in ivy, up to its towers with their flags. Apparently this is where Mary Queen of Scots liked to stay when she came to take the waters in Buxton, and she’s just the first of a line of historical figures who have apparently graced these halls. It’s also old enough to have its own resident ghosts. We can’t say which of the 35 rooms and suites you’re likely to come across them in, but our Guru’s prefer the Classic bedrooms or those with four-poster beds, for their chintz wallpaper, heavy draped curtains and antiques. You’re just across the road from the Opera House, and they serve food in both the Wine bar and the restaurant.

The Manor House is an unassuming Georgian-era manor in Brassington, one of the Peak District’s picturesque country villages, in an excellent spot between Chatsworth, Sudbury and Tissington. There are just three guest rooms in the house, all of them dressed in a florally French country style, with impressive roll-top baths and vintage linens. Your view is of the house’s pretty gardens and the terrace. This is an intimate place, perfect for a country escape walking or exploring. And there’s a golf course nearby.

For a luxury hotel with a pool

There aren’t too many hotels in the Peak District with a pool or spa. Some have a small spa or a single treatment room, but Losehill House is an exception, with a large Thalgo spa and a heated, indoor pool. The spa has beautiful, soothing views of the surrounding countryside, as do many of its 23 rooms. It also has an excellent restaurant and quiet gardens. This is the perfect relaxing escape.

For great value

The George Hotel is a 500 year old country inn, and reputed to be the original building behind ‘The Feathers’ in ‘Jane Eyre’. These days it’s a little more luxurious inside, with four-poster beds and a good collection of antiques and comfortable contemporary furnishings. It also has an award-winning restaurant, one of the best in the area, with 2 AA Rosettes. And you’re within the boundaries of the Peak District National Park.

Still not sure which to book?

Browse through our recommendations for all the best places to stay in the Peak District,
consider our Guru’s collection of 11 of the Best Boutique Hotels in the Peak District, the Best Spa Hotels in the Peak District, or the Best Hotels with Hot Tubs in the Peak District.
Alternatively, you could contact one of our friendly Gurus for personalised advice.
- Fischer's Baslow Hall Derbyshire 11 rooms from $265
  
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  Country Escape  -  A picture perfect country house with excellent food, roaring fires and lovely surrounding countryside.
  Foodies  -  A fabulous restaurant boasting a 3 AA Rosettes. Certainly the centre piece of the hotel.
  Sights nearby  -  Just a short drive from Chatsworth House and Haddon Hall which make a great day out.
  Great walks  -  The Peak District offers endless options for glorious walks.
  
  An imposing manor house with sumptuous interiors and a seriously good restaurant. Eleven individually designed rooms boast Egyptian linens and an opulent feel. The restaurant has been awarded 3 AA Rosettes and serves innovative dishes using local seasonal produce. The perfect rural escape. See More
  
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- Peacock at Rowsley Rowsley, Derbyshire 15 rooms from $263
  
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  Total relaxation  -  They go the extra mile to help you relax- afternoon tea on arrival, camomile tea for bed and roaring fires in the cosy bar.
  Country Escape  -  A historic country hotel in stunning surrounds, well placed for fishing, golf and walking weekends.
  Fishing  -  Access to a 7-mile stretch of fly-fishing along the Wye and Derwent where rare Rainbow Trout and Brown Trout can be caught.
  Local markets  -  Foodies flock to Bakewell's farmers market, the second largest in the UK, it boasts the cream of the local produce.
  Recommended by  -  Mr & Mrs Smith, I Escape, Good Hotel Guide, Sawdays
  
  A 17th-century manor first opened as a hotel in 1820, in the middle of the Peak District. Recent renovation has created a stylish mix of traditional and contemporary, with luxurious trappings and outstanding food. Come for walking and fly fishing on a seven mile stretch of river. True English charm. See More
  
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- Cavendish Hotel Bakewell, Derbyshire 24 rooms from $275
  
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  Great walks  -  Chatsworth House, home of the Duke and Duchess of Devonshire, and its gardens are a pleasant 20-minute walk across parkland
  Sights nearby  -  Haddon Hall, a wonderful medieval, Tudor and Elizabethan house is five miles away
  Fishing  -  River fishing nearby
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  Recommended by  -  Good Hotel Guide, Michelin Travel
  
  Part of the Chatsworth Estate, this long and low Georgian hotel has been given a modern country house look that still retains its Georgian charms. Wonderful artworks cover the walls, there’s a choice of two dining rooms, and a sun-trap terrace for warmer days. See More
  
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- The Old Hall Hotel Buxton, Derbyshire 35 rooms from $165
  
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  Local exploring  -  Well situtated to explore the historic town of Buxton and the beautiful Peak District.
  Great walks  -  Discover the delights of the Peak District on foot, the hotel provides packed lunches for longer hikes.
  Restaurant  -  Recommended.
  Traditional
  
  An ancient ivy-clad hotel, reputedly Britain's oldest, in the charming town of Buxton. Traditional rooms feature pretty chintz wall paper, heavy draped curtains, antique furniture and, some, four poster beds. A popular restaurant and bar complete this wonderfully British escape. See More
  
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- Losehill House Edale Road, Derbyshire 23 rooms from $397
  
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  Spa breaks  -  Unwind in the spoiling spa (using Thalgo products) and enjoy panoramic views over the Winhill and Hope Valley.
  Sights nearby  -  Find some of Britain's finest Country Houses including, Chatsworth, Haddon, Lymm Park and Hardwick Hall.
  Swimming Pool  -  Indoor heated pool
  Secluded setting  -  For escaping.
  
  Relaxing rural retreat nestled amongst the rolling hills of the Peak District. Simply styled rooms feature large windows, soft hues and spacious bathrooms. Perfect base for walkers looking to combine the great outdoors with some R&R, thanks to its idyllic spa, restaurant and rooms. See More
  
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- George Hotel, Derbyshire Hathersage, Derbyshire 22 rooms from $147
  
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  Great walks  -  The Peak District is prime walking and climbing country
  Restaurant  -  The George's restaurants serves award winning food
  Traditional
  Recommended by  -  Good Hotel Guide, Sawdays, Michelin Travel
  
  500 year old inn in the north of the Peak District National Park. Traditional meets contemporary with flair and comfort. Award-winning restaurant. See More
  
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