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4-star hotels in Matlock
This shortlist gathers 15 four-star stays in and around Matlock, from town-centre cottages to country-house hotels on the edge of the Derbyshire Dales. It is for travellers who want a rated, four-star base for a Peak District break, whether that means a spa hotel, a guest house or a self-catering cottage.
Staying in Matlock
Matlock is a Derbyshire Dales town on the River Derwent, known for its steep wooded slopes, the Heights of Abraham hilltop attraction and the cable cars that climb to it, and for the Victorian spa architecture of Matlock Bath just downstream. Visitors come for walking, limestone scenery and quiet evenings, and most of the day is spent outdoors rather than in the town centre.
The four-star stays on this list cluster two ways. Several sit right in Matlock itself, within about 1 km of the centre: The Cables and Jewel Cottage at 1.0 km, Sheriff Lodge at 0.7 km, Riverbank Guest House and Cedar House B&B at 0.5 km, Finest Retreats Nelly's Nook at 0.4 km, Castle Green Bed and Breakfast at 1.1 km and The Fountain Tea Rooms B&B at 2.4 km. Others lie further out in the surrounding countryside or at Rowsley, including East Lodge Country House Hotel at 6.7 km, Grouse & Claret Derby by Marston's Inns at 7.1 km and Robin Cottage 2 The Meadows at 5.5 km. The mix suits couples who want a spa or a quiet guest house, families needing family rooms or a whole cottage with a kitchen, and business or short-break visitors who value a town-centre address with parking.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
East Lodge Country House Hotel
East Lodge Rowsleymatlock De4 2Ef, Matlock, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereRooms are non-smoking, there is free Wi-Fi and free parking, and a garden and terrace give you somewhere to sit outside. Special diets are catered for and there are family rooms, so it works for couples and for groups travelling together. Guests rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 475 reviews.
See East Lodge Country House HotelThe Cables
182 Dale Rd Matlock De4 3Ps United Kingdom Matlock, Matlock, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Spa
- Parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereAbout 1 km from the centre of Matlock, The Cables puts you close to town while keeping a garden and picnic area for downtime. Breakfast can be taken in your room, and a spa and bar are on site for the evening. Pets are allowed, and there is parking plus a garage. It holds a 4.8 out of 5 rating from 103 reviews, making it a strong pick for couples.
See The CablesGrouse & Claret Derby by Marston's Inns
Station Road, Matlock, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereRooms are non-smoking with private bathrooms, and special diets can be arranged. A garden and picnic area sit outside. With 29 reviews and a 4.4 out of 5 rating, it suits travellers touring the area by car who want dinner without driving further.
See Grouse & Claret Derby by Marston's InnsNew Bath Hotel & Spa a member of Radisson Individuals
New Bath Road, Matlock, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereA restaurant, bar and lounge cover meals, and family rooms and a playground make it workable with children. It has 1085 reviews and a 3.8 out of 5 rating.
See New Bath Hotel & Spa a member of Radisson IndividualsRiverbank Guest House
Derwent Avenue, Matlock, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
Why stay hereAt 0.5 km from the centre, Riverbank Guest House is one of the closest options to Matlock. The offering is simple: a garden and free car parking, with credit cards accepted. It suits visitors who plan to be out around the town and the surrounding countryside all day and want a central base rather than on-site facilities.
See Riverbank Guest HouseCedar House B&B
Old Derwent Avenue, Matlock, United Kingdom
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereCedar House B&B is 0.5 km from Matlock, so the town is within easy reach on foot. Rooms come with air conditioning and a TV. With little else listed on site, it fits guests who want a straightforward, central place to sleep and will spend their time exploring Matlock and the Derbyshire scenery nearby.
See Cedar House B&BAlison House
Intake Lane, Matlock, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Lounge
- Family rooms
Why stay hereAlison House, about 3.2 km from Matlock, combines guest-house scale with hotel comforts: a restaurant and bar, family rooms, and a garden and terrace. Rooms are non-smoking with private bathrooms, and free Wi-Fi and free parking are provided. Breakfast and lunch are served, making it a practical choice for families or small groups touring the area.
See Alison HouseCastle Green Bed and Breakfast
Chalet Bungalow Butts Drive Derbyshire Chalet Bungalowmatlock De4 3Djderbyshire, Matlock, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Car parking
- Breakfast
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereCastle Green Bed and Breakfast is 1.1 km from the centre of Matlock, close enough to walk in. Breakfast is served, there is free Wi-Fi and free car parking, and a garden and picnic area provide outdoor space. Express check-out and wheelchair access are available. It suits guests who want a small, calm base near town.
See Castle Green Bed and BreakfastJewel Cottage
68 Smedley Street East, Matlock, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereJewel Cottage, 1 km from Matlock, is a self-contained stay with a kitchen, kitchenette, dishwasher, microwave, oven and refrigerator, so you can cook rather than eat out. There is a fireplace and a terrace, plus free Wi-Fi and free parking. A golf course nearby adds to the appeal for longer stays by couples or small families.
See Jewel CottageOrchard Cottage 5 bedrooms
Jackhill Farm, Matlock, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereOrchard Cottage offers 5 bedrooms roughly 3.1 km from Matlock, making it a fit for larger groups or extended families. The kitchen comes with dishwasher, microwave, oven and refrigerator, and there is a fireplace, patio and garden. High chairs and cots are available, pets are allowed, and tennis and bowling are among the listed activities.
See Orchard Cottage 5 bedroomsSheriff Lodge
51 Dimple Rd, Matlock, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Lounge
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereSheriff Lodge stands 0.7 km from Matlock, putting the town within a short walk. Rooms are non-smoking with private bathrooms, and there is a lounge and bar plus a garden. Fishing, canoeing, horse riding and tennis are among the activities listed, which suits active guests who want countryside pursuits alongside a central address.
See Sheriff LodgeRobin Cottage 2 The Meadows
Great Rowsley De4 2Hx United Kingdom Matlock, Matlock, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereAbout 5.5 km from Matlock, Robin Cottage 2 The Meadows is a cottage stay with a kitchen including dishwasher, microwave, oven and refrigerator, plus a fireplace and garden. Pets are allowed and parking is free. It is aimed at guests who want a self-catering rural base and are happy to drive into Matlock and the surrounding valleys.
See Robin Cottage 2 The MeadowsOak Tree Cottage Matlock
Oak Tree Cottage High Peak Junction, Matlock, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereOak Tree Cottage Matlock is 4.4 km from the centre and keeps things minimal: free Wi-Fi, free parking, a garden and non-smoking rooms. Pets are welcome. Best suited to travellers with a car who want a quiet, self-contained cottage base close to the walking country around Matlock rather than a serviced hotel.
See Oak Tree Cottage MatlockThe Fountain Tea Rooms B&B
1 Yeoman Street, Matlock, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereThe Fountain Tea Rooms B&B, 2.4 km from Matlock, comes with breakfast and an on-site cafe, plus a terrace and free car parking. A supermarket is nearby for anything else you need. It suits guests who value a relaxed, food-focused stay within easy reach of the town and the surrounding Derbyshire sights.
See The Fountain Tea Rooms B&BFinest Retreats Nelly's Nook
Dale Road 75B, Matlock, United Kingdom
- Kitchen
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereAt just 0.4 km from the centre, Finest Retreats Nelly's Nook is the closest of these stays to Matlock. It is an apartment-style property with a kitchen including dishwasher, microwave, oven and refrigerator, plus free Wi-Fi. Fishing and a golf course are among the nearby activities. It suits couples or small groups wanting a central self-catering base.
See Finest Retreats Nelly's Nook
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa | Pets | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Lodge Country House Hotel | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | – | 6.7 km |
| The Cables | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | 1.0 km |
| Grouse & Claret Derby by Marston's Inns | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | – | – | 7.1 km |
| New Bath Hotel & Spa a member of Radisson Individuals | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | 2.3 km |
| Riverbank Guest House | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | – | 0.5 km |
| Cedar House B&B | ★★★★ | – | – | – | – | 0.5 km |
| Alison House | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | – | 3.2 km |
| Castle Green Bed and Breakfast | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | – | – | 1.1 km |
| Jewel Cottage | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | – | 1.0 km |
| Orchard Cottage 5 bedrooms | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | Yes | 3.1 km |
| Sheriff Lodge | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | – | 0.7 km |
| Robin Cottage 2 The Meadows | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | Yes | 5.5 km |
| Oak Tree Cottage Matlock | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | Yes | 4.4 km |
| The Fountain Tea Rooms B&B | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | – | – | 2.4 km |
| Finest Retreats Nelly's Nook | ★★★★ | – | – | – | – | 0.4 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For spa and pool
New Bath Hotel & Spa a member of Radisson Individuals is the only four-star here with an outdoor pool, swimming pool, sauna, steam room, Jacuzzi, massage and spa on its facility list. It also has family rooms, a playground and a tennis court, and at 2.3 km from the centre it is close enough for a short break built around the spa.
For couples and pets
The Cables has a spa, a bar, breakfast in the room and pets allowed, and rates 4.8 from 103 reviews at 1.0 km from the centre. Oak Tree Cottage Matlock and Robin Cottage 2 The Meadows both allow pets and provide free parking and a garden, which suits couples travelling with a dog and wanting their own space.
The Cables · Oak Tree Cottage Matlock · Robin Cottage 2 The Meadows
For families and groups
Orchard Cottage 5 bedrooms gives a group five bedrooms with a kitchen, dishwasher, washing machine, cots and high chairs, plus a garden and tennis court. Alison House offers family rooms, a cot, restaurant, terrace and free parking at 3.2 km, and New Bath Hotel & Spa adds family rooms and a playground.
Orchard Cottage 5 bedrooms · Alison House · New Bath Hotel & Spa a member of Radisson Individuals
For a town-centre base
Five of these hotels sit within about 1 km of Matlock centre. Finest Retreats Nelly's Nook is 0.4 km away, Riverbank Guest House and Cedar House B&B are both 0.5 km, Sheriff Lodge 0.7 km, and The Cables and Jewel Cottage 1.0 km. All keep you walking distance from town.
Finest Retreats Nelly's Nook · Cedar House B&B · Riverbank Guest House · Sheriff Lodge · Jewel Cottage
Where to stay in Matlock
Rowsley
Two of the listed addresses name Rowsley, a village setting upstream from Matlock on the edge of the dales. East Lodge Country House Hotel has a garden, terrace, golf course and parking at 6.7 km from the centre, and rates 4.7 from 475 reviews. Robin Cottage 2 The Meadows at 5.5 km offers a kitchen, fireplace, garden and free parking, and allows pets. Both suit travellers with a car who prefer countryside over town.
Our picks here: Robin Cottage 2 The Meadows
Station Road
Grouse & Claret Derby by Marston's Inns sits on Station Road at 7.1 km from Matlock centre, the furthest of these four-star stays. It has a restaurant, bar, garden, picnic area and free car parking, and offers special diets, ironing facilities and non-smoking rooms. It is a straightforward pick for a quiet, out-of-town stop with easy parking.
Our picks here: Grouse & Claret Derby by Marston's Inns
Questions, answered
Which of these hotels is closest to Matlock centre?
Finest Retreats Nelly's Nook on Dale Road 75B is 0.4 km from the centre. Riverbank Guest House and Cedar House B&B are both 0.5 km away, followed by Sheriff Lodge at 0.7 km. All of these are within walking distance of the town.
Which four-star hotel in Matlock has the best guest rating?
The Cables has the highest guest score on this list, 4.8 out of 5 from 103 reviews, and lies 1.0 km from the centre. Behind it come East Lodge Country House Hotel and Sheriff Lodge, both rated 4.7 out of 5.
Do any of these hotels have a pool or spa?
New Bath Hotel & Spa a member of Radisson Individuals lists an outdoor pool, a swimming pool, a sauna, a steam room, a Jacuzzi, a spa and massage among its facilities. The Cables also lists a spa, but no pool. No other hotel here lists either.
Which hotels allow pets?
The Cables, New Bath Hotel & Spa a member of Radisson Individuals, Orchard Cottage 5 bedrooms, Robin Cottage 2 The Meadows and Oak Tree Cottage Matlock all list pets allowed. That covers both town-centre guest-house stays and self-catering cottages in the surrounding countryside.
Where can I park?
Free car parking is listed by East Lodge Country House Hotel, Grouse & Claret Derby by Marston's Inns, New Bath Hotel & Spa, Riverbank Guest House, Alison House, Castle Green Bed and Breakfast, Jewel Cottage, Orchard Cottage, Sheriff Lodge, Robin Cottage, Oak Tree Cottage, The Fountain Tea Rooms B&B and Finest Retreats Nelly's Nook. The Cables lists parking and a garage.
Which are best for families?
New Bath Hotel & Spa has family rooms, a playground and a tennis court. Orchard Cottage 5 bedrooms provides five bedrooms, a kitchen, cots and high chairs, and Alison House lists family rooms and a cot. All three give families more room than a standard double.
Which hotels serve breakfast?
Breakfast is listed by The Cables, which also offers breakfast in room, Grouse & Claret Derby by Marston's Inns, New Bath Hotel & Spa, Castle Green Bed and Breakfast and The Fountain Tea Rooms B&B, which also has a cafe on site.
Are there self-catering options among these four-star stays?
Yes. Jewel Cottage, Orchard Cottage 5 bedrooms, Robin Cottage 2 The Meadows, Oak Tree Cottage Matlock and Finest Retreats Nelly's Nook all list kitchens or kitchenettes with equipment such as an oven, microwave, refrigerator and dishwasher. Several also have a fireplace, garden or terrace.