The Palace Hotel Buxton & Spa, Buxton (Derbyshire) ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Palace Road, Buxton (Derbyshire), United Kingdom, SK17 6AG

The Palace Hotel Buxton & Spa, a 4-star hotel, is situated within five acres of beautifully landscaped gardens. This historic building features a health and leisure club, offering various amenities including a spa and fitness center. It's a popular destination for exploring Derbyshire's picturesque surroundings.

Rooms & Amenities

Rooms at The Palace Hotel Buxton & Spa offer modern amenities with traditional charm, including flat-screen TVs, tea and coffee making facilities, and en-suite bathrooms. Various room types include family accommodations and a spacious suite with a separate living area.

Dining Options

Dovedale Restaurant serves classic British and international dishes, including a full English breakfast. The Lounge Bar provides a selection of beverages and snacks throughout the week, accommodating diverse dining preferences.

Leisure & Spa

The Palace Hotel Buxton & Spa features a health club equipped with a gym, heated indoor pool, sauna, and steam rooms. Guests can also indulge in a range of spa treatments and enjoy the surrounding landscape of the Peak District National Park.

Business & Transportation

The Palace Hotel offers eight conference suites suitable for events hosting from 40 to 500 delegates, complete with Wi-Fi and catering facilities. Buxton Train Station is a 3-minute walk, with additional transport links available on the A53.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Standard Double Room

Max:

2 persons

14 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Shower

Heating

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Standard Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

14 m²

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2 Single beds

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Suite

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2 persons

20 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Center

Buxton (Derbyshire)1000 ft

Airports

Manchester (MAN) 22.2 mi

East Midlands (EMA) 49.3 mi

Bus

Bus stop 5.4 mi

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Stunning View!

“I was thrilled to be in a room with a lovely view, making my stay so much more enjoyable.” view full review

Diverse Menu!

“The restaurant offered a good variety of dishes, and I couldn't resist trying a few different options during my stay.” view full review

Impressive Gym!

“The gym facilities were well-equipped and perfect for my workout routine, allowing me to maintain my fitness during my travels.” view full review

Easy Parking!

“I found the parking to be convenient, allowing for a seamless experience as I explored the area.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Security
Elevator
Hairdresser
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness center
Hiking
Cycling
Golf course

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Pet amenities available
Room service
Dry cleaning

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Picnic area/ Tables
Special diet menus

Business

Business center
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Spa & Leisure

Indoor swimming pool
Garden area
Leisure/ TV room
Spa & wellness center
Sauna
Steam room
Pedicure
Manicure
Waxing
Body scrub
Facial
Treatment room
Massage
Make up services

Room features

Heating
Sitting area
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

Palace Road, Buxton (Derbyshire), United Kingdom, SK17 6AG

Map view

street view

Palace Road, Buxton (Derbyshire), United Kingdom, SK17 6AG

City landmarks

Parks

The Pavilion Gardens

3300 ft

Museums

Buxton Museum and Art Gallery

2600 ft

Cave

Poole's Cavern

1.3 mi

The Crescent

St Ann's Well

2400 ft

Events

The Devonshire Dome

3400 ft

The Crescent

Samuel Turner Memorial Drinking Fountain

2500 ft

Church

Church of Saint Mary the Virgin

3300 ft

The Pump Room The Crescent near War Memorial

The Pump Room

2600 ft

Gallery

The Green Man Gallery

2800 ft

Buxton Country Park

Solomon's Temple

1.2 mi

The Pump Room The Crescent

The Pump Room & Buxton Crescent Heritage Experience

2500 ft

5 Market Place

Buxton Markets CIC

2900 ft

5-13 Burlington Rd

Buxton Park

4000 ft

4b The Colonnade

Isla Fine Art

3300 ft

Lightwood Reservoir

1.1 mi

Buxton SK17 6TB

Corbar Cross

1.0 mi

Parks

Go Ape Buxton

1.4 mi

Newton Farm Ashbourne Road

The Donkey Sanctuary

1.4 mi

Golf Course

Buxton & High Peak Golf Club

2.1 mi

buxton lime firm

1.4 mi

Cowdale Quarry limestone extraction and processing site 540m north east of Staden Manor

1.6 mi

Gallery

Gallery in a shed

1.5 mi

Harpur Hill Quarry

1.9 mi

Axe Edge Moor

2.4 mi

Race track

Buxton Raceway

2.7 mi

Errwood Reservoir

2.7 mi

The Bull Ring

2.8 mi

Parks

Ashwood Park

10.4 mi

Nearby

Shopping Area

Cavendish Arcade Buxton

900 ft

Restaurants

St. Moritz Restaurant

500 ft

7 Cavendish Circus

Buxton Brewery Tap House

3400 ft

Old Court House George Street

Le Brasserie de la Cour

3300 ft

Old Court House George Street Unit 2-5 The Old Court House

The Lone Star Cafe Bar

3200 ft

Old Court House George Street Old Court House

Redwillow

400 ft

1 Cavendish Circus

The Dome at Buxton

2200 ft

1 Devonshire Street University of Derby Buxton

Pizza Express

3600 ft

Unit 14A 14 Cavendish Arcade The Crescent

The Old Courthouse Wine and Coffee Bar

3200 ft

Old Court House George Street

Upstairs at Charlotte's

2300 ft

11 Cavendish Arcade

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

66%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Stunning views

Male receptionist exceptional

Inconsistent dining quality

Service attention to detail lacking

6.6/10

Nice

Rooms

7.3

Location

7.9

Service

6.4

Dining

6.3

3/5 based on 4329 reviews

#7 of 9 hotels in Buxton based on Tripadvisor

Peter

United Kingdom, March 2024

6.8/10

The hotel offers rooms with big windows that overlook Buxton, complete with a portable heater and a fan for hot weather relief. The views over the town towards the hills are spectacular. The service, while lacking in attention to detail in some areas, was elevated by the male receptionist who went above and beyond for guests. The location provides easy access to Buxton center and attractions, though it may benefit from additional care in certain areas. The dining experience offers both exceptional and disappointing elements, with high-quality, fresh dishes contrasting with some tasteless options. The hotel facilities cater to basic needs with no frills.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms with big windows overlooking Buxton were well-equipped with a portable heater and a fan, offering stunning views over the town towards the hills.

Service

7.0

The service was a mix of attention to detail issues, with a standout male receptionist providing exemplary customer care.

Location

7.0

The hotel's location on the hill overlooking Buxton offers convenient access to the town center and attractions. Some areas may need additional attention for improvement.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience at the hotel presented a mix of exceptional and disappointing elements, with high-quality, fresh dishes juxtaposed with some tasteless options.

Facilities

6.0

The hotel facilities catered to basic needs without offering any standout amenities.

Stunning views

Inconsistent dining quality

Jimmy

United Kingdom, January 2024

7.8/10

The hotel is located right in the center of Buxton, making it convenient for exploring the festival and leisure center. The rooms are comfortable, with a double bed, high ceiling, but lack a separate seating area. The service was mixed, with a male receptionist going above and beyond, but a slightly fed-up-looking female staff member. Dining offers quality dishes with limited vegetarian options. The location in the pleasant market town of Buxton is ideal, though lacking easy access for vegetarians in dining. Wi-Fi is available in the bar for evening buffet, and the hotel showcases traditional local cakes.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms are comfortable and come with a double bed and a high ceiling, but lack a separate seating area.

Service

7.0

The service was a mix, with a male receptionist being exceptional while a female staff member seemed a bit fed-up.

Location

9.0

The hotel is located right in the center of Buxton, ideal for festival goers and those exploring the charming market town.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience offers quality dishes but with limited vegetarian options.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel provides traditional local cakes and Wi-Fi in the bar for the evening buffet.

Great location

Limited seating area

Frank

United Kingdom, December 2023

7.6/10

The hotel is situated in a lovely area on the hill overlooking the town of Buxton, offering a comfortable stay with friendly service. The dining options may not suit vegetarians well, but the facilities are adequate for a pleasant stay.

Rooms

9.0

I stayed in a room with 2 single beds pushed together, equipped with a fan which was a lifesaver in the hot weather. The bed was very comfortable, making my stay quite relaxing.

Service

9.0

The staff at this hotel are extremely friendly and provided excellent customer service. I had a small issue during my stay, and they handled it in a very professional and efficient manner.

Location

8.0

The hotel is located in the centre of the town surrounded by beautiful old buildings, making it a picturesque setting close to Buxton town centre.

Dining

5.0

For all meals, I had to specifically ask the waitress for vegetarian options as the choices were quite limited. The food was not very flavorful.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel offers standard facilities suitable for a comfortable stay.

Gordon

United States of America, December 2023

7.4/10

I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The rooms were comfortable but a bit cramped with the bed taking up a lot of space. The WiFi in the bedrooms was convenient, but the noisy extractor fan outside was a bit bothersome. The service was friendly, although it seemed like the staff was tired. The location was excellent, right in the heart of town with easy access to bars, restaurants, and major attractions. The dining was a highlight with exceptionally good food, especially for vegetarians or vegans, but the coffee was dreadful. The facilities were decent overall, but nothing exceptional.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were comfortable, although a bit cramped with the bed taking much of the available space.

Service

6.0

The service was friendly overall, but it felt like the staff was a bit tired and fed up.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location was fantastic, right in the center of town with easy access to bars, restaurants, and major attractions.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was outstanding, with really good ingredients served fresh and hot. Great options for vegetarians or vegans, but the coffee was a letdown.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were decent overall, offering the essentials for a comfortable stay.

great location

noisy extractor fan

Henry

United Kingdom, October 2023

6.2/10

The hotel is right in the center of Buxton, making it easy to walk into town for restaurants and shops. The rooms are in good decorative order, with beautiful large en-suite bathrooms overlooking Buxton. However, the service was lacking with only one staff member seen gossiping and not providing adequate customer service.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms are in good decorative order, with beautiful large en-suite bathrooms and big windows overlooking Buxton.

Service

5.0

The service was subpar with only one staff member observed gossiping and not offering proper customer service.

Location

7.0

The hotel is conveniently located right in the center of Buxton, near shops and the opera house. However, it was disappointing to have to pay for parking.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience was average, with some aspects like guava jam standing out. However, the service seemed inconsistent.

Facilities

6.0

Basic facilities were available, but nothing extraordinary was noted.

Tony

United Kingdom, September 2023

6.0/10

The hotel offers rooms with big windows overlooking Buxton, equipped with a fan that was a savior in the hot weather, and larger than normal TVs. However, soundproofing is much needed. The service is a mixed bag with a friendly but gossiping staff and a lack of senior management presence. The location stands out for its hilltop position, providing lovely views and convenience to Buxton's center. The dining experience lacks taste, offering limited options. The facilities are average, with room for improvement.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms with big windows overlooking Buxton, a fan for the hot weather, and larger than normal TVs were comfortable.

Service

5.0

The staff, although friendly, were seen gossiping among themselves without giving top-notch customer service.

Location

8.0

The hilltop location overlooking Buxton provides lovely views and is conveniently close to the town center.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was below expectations with tasteless food and a limited menu.

Facilities

6.0

Basic facilities with room for improvement.

Nigel

United Kingdom, August 2023

7.2/10

My stay at the hotel was pleasant overall. The rooms were comfortable, but having two single beds for a family of four was a bit inconvenient. The front garden view was lovely, and the bed was comfy. The service, while lacking a senior staff member to address certain issues, was friendly, and the staff tried their best to provide good service. The location at the hill overlooking Buxton was charming, although being on a slope may not suit all guests. The dining options were limited, especially for vegetarians, but there were some seasonal dishes available. I found the facilities satisfactory.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were comfortable, but having two single beds for a family of four was a bit inconvenient.

Service

8.0

The staff were friendly and tried their best to offer good service, even without a senior member to sort out certain issues.

Location

7.0

The hotel is situated on a hill overlooking Buxton, which provides a lovely view, but being on a slope may not be ideal for all guests.

Dining

6.0

The dining options were limited, particularly for vegetarians, but some seasonal dishes were available.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities met my expectations.

Ralph

United States of America, June 2023

6.0/10

The hotel is in a central location in Buxton, close to the town center and the opera house. The rooms were somewhat disappointing with a noisy extractor fan outside and a lack of spare plug sockets, although the price was reasonable. The service, despite the efforts of the staff, lacked a dedicated customer focus. The dining experience was exceptionally good, offering fresh and hot dishes, but lacked vegetarian options. The hotel lacks certain facilities and amenities that may be expected. Overall, a mixed experience with some positives and negatives.

Rooms

5.0

The room at the B&B was very poor for a B&B bedroom, with a noisy extractor fan outside and not enough spare plug sockets.

Service

5.0

The service just seemed to be focused on internal matters rather than providing dedicated customer service. The room service and dry cleaning were in order, though.

Location

8.0

The hotel is right in the center of Buxton, overlooking the town and conveniently close to the opera house.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was exceptional, with really good ingredients served fresh and hot. However, the options for vegetarians or vegans were lacking.

Facilities

5.0

The hotel lacks certain expected facilities and amenities.

exceptional dining

poor room conditions