About this property
Comfortable Accommodations: The Ashford Arms in Bakewell offers comfortable rooms with private bathrooms, bathrobes, and free WiFi. Each room includes a work desk, TV, and wardrobe, ensuring a pleasant stay. Dining Experience: Guests can enjoy British cuisine at the family-friendly restaurant, which serves lunch and dinner in a traditional ambience. The restaurant offers vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options, catering to diverse dietary needs. Leisure Facilities: The hotel features a beautiful garden, outdoor seating area, and a bar. Additional amenities include daily housekeeping service and free on-site parking, enhancing the guest experience. Prime Location: Located 47 km from Manchester Airport, the hotel is near attractions such as Chatsworth House (8 km), Buxton Opera House (17 km), and Alton Towers (40 km). Highly rated for its attentive staff and excellent breakfast.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.
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Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Angela
Australia
“A lovely hotel in a beautiful spot. Food was delicious and staff were lovely” - Jillian
United Kingdom
“Lovely quiet location, 2 miles from the centre of Bakewell. Staff are very attentive, especially in the restaurant. The accommodation is finished to a high standard, the bed is v. comfy, the shower is v.powerful. Its fabulous.” - Caroline
United Kingdom
“Beautiful location, clean rooms - friendly staff. Lovely evening meal” - Amy
United Kingdom
“Lovely stay and staff were excellent. Breakfast was fab and room super comfortable and well appointed. Would recommend and definitely be back again.” - Caroline
United Kingdom
“Beautiful hotel. Lovely and attentive staff. Excellent food. Beautiful location.” - Lyn
United Kingdom
“The location is excellent. The staff and facilities are first rate.” - Hamish
United Kingdom
“Great repurposing of an old property Cosy room (we had a suite) Uniformly helpful staff - clearly a happy and well-led team.” - Deborah
New Zealand
“Easy to find, great location, beautifully restored whilst still maintaining the old country pub style.” - Walter
United Kingdom
“The room was decorated beautifully with lots of little touches, special teas/coffee and water. The radio being on when you came into your room was a lovely touch also. The food was amazing 🤩” - Jessica
United Kingdom
“Ashford-in-the-water is a beautiful gem of a village, ideally situated a short distance from Bakewell. The hotel is lovely, great decor and fabulous staff. Wonderful choices for breakfast, great food.”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Restaurant
- CuisineBritish
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Traditional
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free
House rules
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.



The fine print
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.