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4- and 5-star hotels in Buxton
A shortlist of 4- and 5-star hotels in Buxton, from spa hotels in the town centre to farm stays out in the Peak District. It is for travellers choosing where to base themselves for the Opera House, the gardens and the national park beyond.
Staying in Buxton
Buxton is a spa town of Georgian and Victorian architecture, set in the Peak District National Park and known for its geothermal springs and its bottled water. Visitors come for the Opera House, the Crescent, Pavilion Gardens and the Devonshire Dome, and the town is often called the gateway to the Peak District. The compact centre is walkable, which makes the hotels on these streets easy bases.
These hotels sit in and around Buxton. Buxton Crescent is on The Crescent itself, while The Westminster Hotel, No 6 The Square Tearooms & Accommodation, Palace Hotel & Spa Buxton and Best Western Plus Buxton Lee Wood Hotel sit within about 2.1 km of the centre, around The Park, Broad Walk and Palace Road. Others are further out, in Wheston House Farm, Cowdale, Hollin Lane and Longnor. The mix suits couples wanting a spa town break, families needing family rooms or cottages, and walkers who prefer a rural base.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Buxton Crescent
The Crescent, Buxton, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Indoor pool
- Sauna
- Parking
Why stay hereBuxton Crescent is the town's only 5-star address and sits 1.6 km from the centre. Guests have the run of an indoor and an outdoor pool, a gymnasium and a fitness centre, so a swim or a workout fits easily into the day, and a restaurant plus 24 hour front desk cover the rest. It suits travellers who want full leisure facilities and pets are allowed.
See Buxton CrescentStable View
Wheston House Farm_X000d_Tideswell Moor_X000d_Tideswell_X000d_, Buxton, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereStable View is a 5-star farm-based stay 8.1 km from Buxton, with a kitchen, dishwasher and washing machine making it practical for longer visits. The garden and free car parking suit guests arriving by car who want space around them. Not smoking rooms.
See Stable ViewHigh Peak Retreat
18 Hill Head Drive_X000d_, Buxton, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereHigh Peak Retreat is a 5-star property 2.5 km from the centre, with a jacuzzi, garden and full kitchen including dishwasher. Families and small groups who prefer self-catering to a hotel dining room will find free car parking and non smoking rooms helpful. Its own bathroom, towels and washing machine cover the basics.
See High Peak RetreatThe Ryles Arms
Hollin Lane Higher Sutton Hollin Lane Buxton, Buxton, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Bar/Lounge
Why stay hereThe Ryles Arms earns a 4.7 guest rating from 1593 reviews, one of the strongest in this list, and is a 4-star base 13.5 km from Buxton. A bar/lounge and restaurant keep eating and drinking on site, and free car parking removes any parking worry. It suits guests who value a well-reviewed country inn and are happy to be outside town.
See The Ryles ArmsThe Loft
Cowdale Hall Cowdale, Buxton, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereThe Loft is a 4-star self-contained stay 1.4 km from the centre, rated 4.6 from 87 reviews. A kitchen with oven, microwave and refrigerator supports cooking in, and the garden and fishing appeal to guests who want to be outdoors. Pets are allowed, and there is free car parking.
See The LoftBest Western Plus Buxton Lee Wood Hotel
The Park, Buxton, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Breakfast in room
- Lounge
Why stay hereBest Western Plus Buxton Lee Wood Hotel is a 4-star choice 2.1 km from the centre, rated 4.4 from 566 reviews. A fitness centre and garden cover both an active and a relaxed stay, and the restaurant plus bar and lounge mean meals and drinks need no trip into town. Free car parking, family rooms and a 24 hour front desk add convenience.
See Best Western Plus Buxton Lee Wood HotelNo 6 The Square Tearooms & Accommodation
6 The Square Buxton Spa, Buxton, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Parking
- Breakfast
- Lounge
Why stay hereNo 6 The Square Tearooms & Accommodation is a 4-star stay 1.7 km from the centre, rated 4.4 from 456 reviews. Breakfast and a restaurant are on hand, along with a terrace and patio for sitting out. A kitchen, refrigerator and toaster give extra flexibility, and babysitting service is available for guests with children.
See No 6 The Square Tearooms & AccommodationThe Westminster Hotel
21 Broad Walk, Buxton, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereThe Westminster Hotel is a 4-star guesthouse 1.7 km from Buxton centre, rated 4.4 from 238 reviews. Free car parking and free wifi are the practical essentials, and a golf course is among the listed facilities for guests who play. Rooms are carpeted and non smoking.
See The Westminster HotelPalace Hotel & Spa Buxton
Palace Road, Buxton, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Indoor pool
- Sauna
- Parking
Why stay herePalace Hotel & Spa Buxton is a 4-star property 1.7 km from the centre with an indoor pool, sauna, spa and massage, so the leisure offering is the main draw; there is also a fitness centre and a restaurant. With 3018 reviews and a 3.5 guest rating it is the busiest address here. Pets are allowed and parking is available.
See Palace Hotel & Spa BuxtonBlossom House Bed & Breakfast
Queen Street, Buxton, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereBlossom House Bed & Breakfast is a 4-star stay 8.3 km from the centre, with free wifi and free car parking. Fishing and horse back riding are listed, pointing to a rural break for guests who want activities nearby, and luggage storage is provided.
See Blossom House Bed & BreakfastAlpine Lodge Guest House
Hardwick Mt Buxton Sk17 6Ps Uk, Buxton, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Bar/Lounge
Why stay hereAlpine Lodge Guest House is a 4-star guesthouse 1.3 km from Buxton centre, close enough to walk in. Breakfast is served and there is a bar/lounge, with adjoining rooms available for groups or families. Free wifi and free car parking complete the essentials.
See Alpine Lodge Guest House9 Green Lane Bed and Breakfast
9 Green Lane, Buxton, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay here9 Green Lane Bed and Breakfast is a 4-star guesthouse 1.5 km from the centre, with free wifi and free car parking. Non smoking rooms, housekeeping and special diets are offered, and rooms come with bath, shower, hairdryer and toiletries. It suits guests who want a simple, well-kept base near town.
See 9 Green Lane Bed and BreakfastBraemar Bed & Breakfast
10 Compton Road, Buxton, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereBraemar Bed & Breakfast is a 4-star guesthouse 1.5 km from Buxton centre, with free wifi and free car parking. A garden and a fireplace give it a homely feel, and special diets are catered for, with a golf course among the listed facilities. Luggage storage is available.
See Braemar Bed & BreakfastAnroach Farm Peak District
Anroach Farm, Buxton, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereAnroach Farm Peak District is a 4-star stay 9.6 km from the centre with a kitchen and kitchenette, microwave and refrigerator, so self-catering is straightforward. A garden and picnic area suit guests who want outdoor space, and free car parking plus express check in ease arrival.
See Anroach Farm Peak DistrictSpring Cottage
Longnor Sk8 3Bw Uk, Buxton, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereSpring Cottage is a 4-star cottage 6.4 km from Buxton, with a fireplace, garden and full kitchen including washing machine. Horse back riding is listed for guests who want to ride, and free car parking is provided. Non smoking rooms throughout.
See Spring Cottage
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa | Pets | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buxton Crescent | ★★★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | 1.6 km |
| Stable View | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | – | – | 8.1 km |
| High Peak Retreat | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | – | – | 2.5 km |
| The Ryles Arms | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | – | – | 13.5 km |
| The Loft | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | Yes | 1.4 km |
| Best Western Plus Buxton Lee Wood Hotel | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | – | – | 2.1 km |
| No 6 The Square Tearooms & Accommodation | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | – | – | 1.7 km |
| The Westminster Hotel | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | – | 1.7 km |
| Palace Hotel & Spa Buxton | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | 1.7 km |
| Blossom House Bed & Breakfast | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | – | 8.3 km |
| Alpine Lodge Guest House | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | – | – | 1.3 km |
| 9 Green Lane Bed and Breakfast | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | – | 1.5 km |
| Braemar Bed & Breakfast | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | – | 1.5 km |
| Anroach Farm Peak District | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | – | 9.6 km |
| Spring Cottage | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | – | 6.4 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
Palace Hotel & Spa Buxton and Buxton Crescent also have indoor pools, which helps on wet Peak District days.
Best Western Plus Buxton Lee Wood Hotel · Palace Hotel & Spa Buxton · Buxton Crescent
For spa and pool
Buxton Crescent, a 5-star with an indoor and an outdoor pool, massage and a fitness centre, sits 1.6 km from the centre. Palace Hotel & Spa Buxton, 4-star and 1.7 km out, adds a spa, sauna, massage, indoor pool and fitness centre.
For a rural base
Stable View, The Loft, Anroach Farm Peak District and Spring Cottage all sit 1.4 km or more from the centre, some of them much further, and each has a kitchen or kitchenette and free car parking. They suit guests who want the Peak District on the doorstep rather than a town-centre address.
Stable View · The Loft · Anroach Farm Peak District · Spring Cottage
For top guest ratings
The Ryles Arms scores 4.7 out of 5 from 1593 reviews, The Loft 4.6 from 87. Best Western Plus Buxton Lee Wood Hotel, No 6 The Square Tearooms & Accommodation and The Westminster Hotel each score 4.4, from 566, 456 and 238 reviews respectively.
The Ryles Arms · The Loft · Best Western Plus Buxton Lee Wood Hotel · No 6 The Square Tearooms & Accommodation · The Westminster Hotel
Plan your stay
Getting there and around
Buxton is accessible by road via the A6 and A53, and by rail from Manchester Piccadilly and Derby; the journey from Manchester takes about an hour by train. By car it is roughly 25 miles from Manchester and 40 miles from Sheffield. Bus services connect Buxton with surrounding towns and villages. Once in Buxton, the town centre is compact and walkable, with most attractions within a short distance, and local buses and taxis are available for exploring further afield, such as the Peak District.
When to go
The best time to visit Buxton is during the spring and summer months, from May to September, when the weather is milder and the gardens are in bloom. July and August are the warmest, but also the busiest. Spring and autumn offer quieter visits with pleasant walking conditions. Winter can be cold, with occasional snow, but the town's attractions remain open and the atmosphere is festive in December.
Questions, answered
Which Buxton hotel is closest to the town centre?
Alpine Lodge Guest House, at 1.3 km, and The Loft at Cowdale Hall, at 1.4 km, are the closest of the listed hotels. Nine Green Lane Bed and Breakfast, Braemar Bed & Breakfast, Buxton Crescent, The Westminster Hotel, No 6 The Square and Palace Hotel & Spa Buxton are all between 1.5 km and 1.7 km.
Which hotels in Buxton have parking?
Free car parking is listed at Stable View, High Peak Retreat, The Ryles Arms, The Loft, Best Western Plus Buxton Lee Wood Hotel, The Westminster Hotel, Blossom House Bed & Breakfast, Alpine Lodge Guest House, 9 Green Lane, Braemar, Anroach Farm and Spring Cottage. Buxton Crescent and Palace Hotel & Spa Buxton list parking.
Do any Buxton hotels allow pets?
Buxton Crescent and Palace Hotel & Spa Buxton both list pets allowed, as does The Loft at Cowdale Hall. The other listed hotels do not show pets among their facilities, so it is worth confirming directly if you are travelling with an animal.
Which hotels have a pool or spa?
Buxton Crescent has an indoor pool, an outdoor pool, massage and a fitness centre. Palace Hotel & Spa Buxton has a spa, sauna, massage, indoor pool and fitness centre. No other hotel on this list shows a pool or spa.
Which hotels are best for families?
Best Western Plus Buxton Lee Wood Hotel, Palace Hotel & Spa Buxton and Buxton Crescent all list family rooms. Cots appear at Stable View, High Peak Retreat, The Loft, Spring Cottage and Buxton Crescent, and No 6 The Square Tearooms & Accommodation offers a babysitting service.
Which Buxton hotel has the highest guest rating?
The Ryles Arms has the highest rating, 4.7 out of 5 from 1593 reviews. The Loft follows at 4.6 from 87 reviews, then Best Western Plus Buxton Lee Wood Hotel, No 6 The Square Tearooms & Accommodation and The Westminster Hotel, each at 4.4.
Which hotels serve breakfast?
Breakfast is listed at The Ryles Arms, No 6 The Square Tearooms & Accommodation and Alpine Lodge Guest House. Breakfast in room is offered at Buxton Crescent, Best Western Plus Buxton Lee Wood Hotel and Palace Hotel & Spa Buxton, and Buxton Crescent also lists a buffet.
Is Buxton a good base for exploring the Peak District?
Yes, Buxton is often called the gateway to the Peak District and offers easy access to many walking trails and scenic spots, with plenty of amenities for visitors. Hotels such as Stable View, Anroach Farm Peak District and Spring Cottage sit out towards the surrounding countryside.