The Ashford Arms

4.0 star property
4-star guestrooms with free WiFi

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Garden
A bedroom with a large bed, a classic clawfoot bathtub, and a walk-in closet.
Free daily full breakfast
A cozy restaurant with a stone wall, wooden furniture, and a large window with a view.
Property entrance

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Church St, Bakewell, England, DE45 1QB
  • Place, Peak District National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Bakewell Golf Club
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Old House Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manchester (MAN)
    ‪67 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(27 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Junior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Bakewell

Bakewell retreat .Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Bakewell hotel, you'll find Bakewell Golf Club and Bloomers Original Bakewell Puddings. Spirit of the 1940s and All Saints Church are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Peak District National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Bakewell Golf Club - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Old House Museum - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Haddon Hall Manor - 7 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Chatsworth House - 13 min drive - 6.8 miles

Getting around

  • Chinley Station - 20 min drive
  • Manchester Airport (MAN) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Quackers Café - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪The Packhorse Inn - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Crispin - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Woodyard - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Old Original Bakewell Pudding Shop - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Ashford Arms

4-star guestrooms with free WiFi
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A complete renovation of The Ashford Arms was completed in April 2024.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Bakewell hotel.

  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Ashford Arms offers 9 accommodations with espresso makers and complimentary bottled water. Beds feature premium bedding. 36-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Bakewell hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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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

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)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 36-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

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, debit cards, and mobile payments; cash is not accepted
Mobile payment options include: Google Pay and Apple Pay
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, mobile payments, Google Pay, and Apple Pay. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Ashford Arms to the airport?

The Ashford Arms is 31.2 mi (66-min drive) away from the Manchester Airport (MAN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Ashford Arms have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Ashford Arms.

Does The Ashford Arms offer free breakfast?

The Ashford Arms offers free full breakfast every day from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Ashford Arms?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Mecca Bingo (20-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at The Ashford Arms?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Ashford Arms?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does The Ashford Arms have a pool?

The Ashford Arms does not have a pool.

Does The Ashford Arms have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Ashford Arms have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Ashford Arms to downtown Bakewell?

The Ashford Arms is 0.1 mi away from Ashford-in-the-Water.

The Ashford Arms Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 151 out of 183 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 183 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 183 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 183 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 183 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, lovely property, well maintained, excellent staff, very good breakfast, ideal room, could not fault, would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rajan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Plenty of parking, breakfast good with plenty of choices. Rooms clean, comfortable and warm.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alec

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely staff, spotless and beautifully decorated room & fantastic breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great staff, gorgeous room and fabulous food all in a wonderful location.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic staff. Good quality food & plenty of choice. Nice surroundings & lovely rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Food & staff were excellent, we look forward to returning sometime soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Fleur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was decorated tastefully and was warm and welcoming. All the staff were friendly but professional. There is plenty of parking. The hotel is very popular and we can see why.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel and restaurant. Room was very cosy and well equipped, check in team very helpful and friendly. Stayed for Dinner with breakfast also included, all food and drink was to a very high standard. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service and exceptional food.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kaye

Great hotel with bar
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about this hotel was lovely, the room was clean and gorgeously decorated with lots of nice little touches. The restaurant on both the morning and the evening served amazing food. All the staff were very friendly and welcoming. Would definitely stay here again and recommend to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was such a good find, the food is outstanding as are the staff and service . Suite we had was beautiful and a welcome sight after very long hikes
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Another great stay. Staff brilliant and food excellent. Rooms are clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Spencer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Another great stay at the Ashford Arms. Spotlessly clean rooms, great food and drink and fantastic staff. Couldn’t ask for anything more.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very enjoyable stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

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

Peaceful stay

It was a lovely peaceful place to stay. Staff were discreet but friendly and the food was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Julian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Bathroom rather small, but the room was nice. Evening meal and breakfast both excellent quality.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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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
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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
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Ron

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The staff in this hotel are really attentive and very polite . The food was very good . It was a very nice evening. We will be going back .
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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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
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Glenys

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

A great stay in Derbyshire.

The staff were very friendly and helpful. Our room was lovely with a huge bed. Parking was easy. The food was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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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