room was a bit tired and needed an update. Mattress needed replacing as it dipped in the centre.

good location for our needs.

Stayed in November 2022

The restaurant was a bit tired; the food was average but expensive. we stayed in room 3 & it was a bit tired with some odd decor - a shoe rack that had tea & coffee on it.

Good location, very friendly staff

Stayed in November 2022

There was a little road noise.

Stayed whilst we visited Chatsworth House. Compact but comfortable room, very comfy bed. Nice en suite, fluffy towels. Complimentary Devonshire Arms Ale in the room, along with quality tea and coffee. Staff very friendly, and evening meal very nice with generous portions. Breakfast was delicious, plenty of choice, excellent hosts.

Stayed in November 2022

There was nothing about this hotel and our stay that we didn't like.

The welcome we received when we arrived. The hosting by all staff. The comfortable surroundings. Food in the restaurant was excellent at both dinner and breakfast. The thank you and handshake when checking out.

Stayed in November 2022

The venue is tired and there are sofas that are dropping to bits. The pub area was a mess with food and debris lying around from a busy lunch-service and the tables were sticky and unwiped. The bar-staff and manageress were nonchalant and borderline arrogant. There was no communication about "last orders" at the bar and residents were herded to their rooms, whilst a group (locals) were clearly permitted to hang around. Another resident asking about a hot chocolate was told they didn't do it. These bar staff / manageress was obviously not bothered about the overnight guests The food in the restaurant was not great. The starter - supposed to be cauliflower pakoras were soggy and the batter had clearly failed. They were tindaloo spicy (even for someone that has spent much time in south east Asia) and blasted your palette to smithereens. The roast beef was good but the accompaniments were poor - leftovers from lunchtime heated up. Despite having returned the pakora dish half eaten this cynically remained on the bill.

The breakfast staff and quality of the food was good but this did not redeem what was a an overall poor experience. The waitress at dinner was also polite and did her best

Stayed in November 2022

nothing

great setting and rooms were very comfortable dinner was great as was bar area with a lovely atmosphere & friendly staff

Stayed in November 2022

A warm welcome by staff, and great bar service (super wine list and champagne by the glass too!). The room was lovely and had everything you needed, the filter coffee, water and complimentary beers which was a nice touch. A beautiful 20-minute walk to Chatsworth House via the river, such a fantastic location.

Stayed in October 2022

Room was very small, all ikea furniture and lamp and kettle positioned underneath the clothes rack! Was bizarre and a danger.

Location is spot on a walk through the grounds if chatsworth to the bonfire display.

Stayed in October 2022

Facilities within the room. Bed uncomfortable broken shower. No tv controls

Staff and food

Stayed in October 2022

The room was a little shabby and the bed was terrible unfortunately. Mattress was very soft and flat - possibly old I would say. Also, the floorboards in the room and corridor were as creaky as I’ve heard, so every movement either past the room or within the room would wake you up.

The staff and management at the hotel were absolutely first class. Very friendly and nothing was too much trouble. They clearly enjoy their jobs and are like a family together - was great to see and enjoy their hospitality. The hotel was advertised as ‘dog’ friendly’, but this was just the minimum. They made a such a fuss over the dog that I think he would have preferred to stay there when we left! Overall, a great place to stay.

Stayed in October 2022

Room was OK very stuffy so had to keep window open then it was very noisy with fans outside so we didn't get much sleep

Food was excellent

Stayed in October 2022

A bit pricey compared to our previous knowledge -- but these are tricky times for fixing prices.

Excellent breakfast & Dinner (with wide, well-explained menu). Great, helpful staff determined to help an older infirm couple (82-85) to enjoy 4-night stay away from home after 3-year lock-down. Clean, prompt and helpful at all times. One detached plug-chain and a sticky shower tap only minor problems.

Stayed in October 2022

in the bath, the shower screen is very short and water goes all over the floor. makes quite a mess.

quiet and safe

Stayed in October 2022

The staff were exceptionally friendly, the food was excellent. The breakfast buffet was fabulous,with the freshly cooked full English breakfast tasty and hot. The walk to Chatsworth was so pleasant and scenic. We will be returning to stay again, it was everything we wanted. Thank you

Stayed in October 2022

Catering

Rooms OK. Food poor.

Stayed in September 2022

nothing

lovely comfortable stay - can’t fault anything.

Stayed in September 2022

Bed was a tad squeaky, yes squeaky!

Booked a small double at the last minute and got a bargain price. Room was fine and plenty big enough. All staff were very welcoming and the place had a happy vibe. Had great food in the evening and full English breakfast was decent too. Twas a shame we couldn't have stayed longer

Stayed in September 2022

Parking was difficult. The room was above the entrance and the constant slamming of the front door meant we didn't sleep well.

The restaurant and the staff

Stayed in September 2022

High price paid on Booking.com £180 against £130 direct with hotel. Considering high price paid i expected a better experience. Advised no bar food available due to power cut, then asked if could do cold sandwich as needed food after travelling, then said food could be made , paid £92 for 4 chicken skewer, overpriced for bar food. Was asked to leave bar early as the pub was closing due to power cut. Very disappointed not to spend the evening with friends as arranged. Could not find way to room, complete darkness, no power at all. Asked staff for candles who took up upstairs to sleep in another room with power, again no power. Couldn't charges phones, husband has medical issue and could not change stoma device due to lack of light during the night, had to wait for early morning daylight, was in pain due to skin burn. Noise from fire and carbon monoxide alarms kept us awake as well as the sound of digging power cables outside the building through the night. Staff were friendly but overall experience very poor.

Location, near to access into Chatsworth estate.

Stayed in September 2022

There was nice complimentary beer. The area is really beautiful. The breakfast was nice.

Stayed in August 2022

Room very small and over furnished and over size superflous cushions on a small double bed. By over decorating it made the room seem very small

Dinner good, location excellent

Stayed in September 2022

homely and comfortable room

Stayed in September 2022

Close to Chatsworth House and ideal for exploring the Eastern Side of the Peak District.

Stayed in August 2022

Room size and bed too small. £200 you expect at least a reasonable level of comfort.

Excellent location. Room was really small, but would’ve been manageable if it hadn’t been for the bed being very small (I’m 6 ft and could lie straight in bed) with what felt like cheap linen and pillows. For £200 a night this is poor value. TV not much larger than a ipad pro. Breakfast was good.

Stayed in September 2022

The welcome by staff was fantastic. I was very tired after a very long day and had arrived earlier than expected but it was no problem. My bag was carried up to my gorgeous room and I was fitted in early for a lovely dinner in the restaurant. I had to leave before breakfast was served so can’t comment but I’m sure it is equally lovely.

Stayed in September 2022