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The Ashford Arms

4.0 star property
Hotel in Bakewell with free breakfast and a restaurant

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Suite | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes
Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, free WiFi
The Ashford Arms, near Peak District National Park, offers WiFi, a garden, and outdoor restaurant seating. Enjoy a full breakfast and relax at the cozy bar after exploring. Guests consistently praise the helpful staff.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Room options

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Tonight

Sep 9 - Sep 10
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Tomorrow

Sep 10 - Sep 11
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Junior Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, free WiFi

Junior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2024
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, free WiFi

Deluxe Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, free WiFi

Suite

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Bakewell is home to The Ashford Arms. Chatsworth House and All Saints Church are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Peak District National Park and Deep Dale Nature Reserve. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Hathersage Swimming Pool or SMH Group Stadium.
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Church St, Bakewell, England, DE45 1QB

What's nearby

  • Virgin Balloon Flights - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Derbyshire Dales National Nature Reserve - 5 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Haddon Hall Manor - 7 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Chatsworth House - 12 min drive - 6.8 miles
  • Chatsworth House Labyrinth - 16 min drive - 7.0 miles

Getting around

  • Buxton Station - 20 min drive
  • Manchester Airport (MAN) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Crispin - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Fountain View Bakery - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Woodyard - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Thornbridge Brewery Tap Room - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Pedlar - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Ashford Arms

Upscale hotel remodeled in 2024 and located near Peak District National Park
Take advantage of free full breakfast, a garden, and a bar at The Ashford Arms. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities such as a restaurant.
Other perks include:
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at The Ashford Arms boast thoughtful touches such as premium bedding and bathrobes, as well as amenities like free WiFi and espresso makers.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • 36-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Electric kettles, heating, and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 3 floors
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Renovated entire property - April 2024
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom

Entertainment

  • 36-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: GBP 100 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

The Ashford Arms Hotel
The Ashford Arms Bakewell
The Ashford Arms Hotel Bakewell

Frequently asked questions

Is The Ashford Arms pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Ashford Arms?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at The Ashford Arms?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Ashford Arms?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Ashford Arms located?

Situated in Bakewell, this hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Bakewell Golf Club, Bloomers Original Bakewell Puddings, and Spirit of the 1940s. Old House Museum and All Saints Church are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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The Ashford Arms Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 114 out of 139 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 139 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 139 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 139 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 139 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

King Shing Simon Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the location and the staff services
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fiona made us feel welcome - exceptional stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely nights stay at the Ashford Arms. Comfortable rooms and excellent restaurant serving fabulous food. Nice to have a breakfast menu as opposed to a buffet. Great location in quiet village close to Bakewell. Would stay again if back in Derbyshire.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
An excellent hotel clean and inviting. The staff were so friendly and helpful nothing was to much trouble. The food was superb with an excellent choice of gluten free items. Can’t wait to return. Would recommend this hotel to anyone.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
One night stay, such a lovely quiet village. Room and food top notch. Would stay again if in Peaks.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel in a beautiful village, perfectly located for walks around Bakewell. Staff were very friendly and food was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Dean

The “ deluxe double room “ is a small double room. The shower room is also incredibly small with the room. Staff and breakfast were great.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, our room was clean & spacious and the breakfast in the mornings was lovely. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pleasant stay - Poached eggs at breakfast where hard
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fraser

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful pub. We stayed overnight in a lovely room very comfortable and tastefully styled with plenty of hot water, coffee machine and radio too! Dinner and breakfast were delicious and the staff were polite and friendly. The village is beautiful, quiet and picturesque. We honestly can’t fault our stay at the Ashford Arms
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

R

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Lovely hotel in a great location for hiking. Great food in restaurants and good room
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay at the Arms. Staff were amazing and happy to help. The room was spacious and a great shower and comfy bed. Nice area to sit and relax after a day out. We would stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highly recommended

Wonderful stay at the Ashford Arms, food exceptional, very comfortable room, lovely village in the Peak District
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Kerry

It was ok, very small room for what we paid, bathroom was tiny, we had a stand alone air con in the room which was great, however this meant it was vented outside and we couldn't close the window so was woken early by the noise from the hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

One night treat

Memorable food, we were wowed by the flavours. Restaurant and kitchen staff must work tremendously hard to keep this standard up. Our room was comfortable and the bathroom was huge. Close enough to walk to Bakewell following the river from Ashford, across the fields. We will definitely return.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Made a special weekend even more special with friendly staff and kind gestures. Rooms top notch and the biggest bathroom in a hotel ever!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A fantastic little hotel, the pictures online I believe don’t do it justice. We stayed in the Magpie room which was a little compact BUT it’s at the top floor on its own out of the way. It’s so lovey and quiet with no doors slamming or other guests walking past, fabulous! Room itself was cosy and clean with a lovely view from the window over the village. Breakfast was great too with a good choice from the menu if you wanted something other than a full English. The only fault I had was with how hot the room was but in a period property, in a loft room, during a heatwave there really isn’t much that could have been done. The hotel did provide an electric fan. The village itself is beautiful, there are a few little shops and bars and a lovely river walk which takes around 40minutes in to Bakewell. Would recommend.
View from Magpie room
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice stay

Lovely food. Room reasonable space and decor lovely. But unfortunately loud noise from a large fan and in the kitchen below us.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Brilliant stay in Ashford-in-the-water.

The Ashford Arms is a lovely friendly cosy Hotel. Our room the Aisseford suite was ver spacious and comfortable. The staff were very attentive and there was always someone around to help us.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely hotel!

Gorgeous hotel! We stayed for one night, friendly staff and lovely room which was clean. Hotel bar and restaurant lovely and breakfast very good. Not too far from Bakewell, we had a walk in and called at Thornbridge brewery on the way. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay with helpful staff and very good food
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful bespoke hotel in a stunning location. Both the accommodation and the food were excellent. Staff friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location, lovely character

Great location, lovely character to the building and very friendly & helpful staff. Restaurant is very good value. The only thing that would have improved the stay would be to offer a continental buffet for the Breakfast as well as a hot option.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic hotel!

Fantastic hotel! We would definitely stay here again. The staff were lovely, and the food was excellent. Our room was warm and comfortable with everything we needed - a few cobwebs and a dusty vase lost them a star on cleanliness. Overall though, we loved it and would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

great stay

we stayed in a Junior Suite and were very happy with the space and decor. a small table near the bath would have been amazing to hold my book.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

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