Overall a lovely stay in beautiful surroundings; rooms were very well presented; breakfast fabulous and all staff were excellent.

Liked: Beautiful setting within walking distance of Buxton Opera House; fabulous breakfast served by pleasant, friendly staff. Thank You

A comfortable, old world hotel...

Liked: Common areas as expected from web site photos and customer feedback. The hotel's history was a surprise bonus.
Disliked: Maintenance issues: the light over the washbasin in our bathroom would not turn off; the bathroom window would not stay open; hot and cold inserts to washbasin taps in downstairs cloakroom were missing.Lounges were not cleared quickly enough after afternoon tea (crockery and scones left on table for hours after guests had gone).

Lovely staff - rooms a...

Liked: We brought a little four legged friend along for an extra £20 for the room, very happy and the staff were wonderful to us. The location of the hotel is wonderful, opposite the park and really peaceful considering in the centre of town.
Disliked: Rooms are a little bit dated and need a little TLC.

Wonderful

Liked: Location was fabulous. Lovely large room ,very comfortable bed. Great breakfast, very good service.

Bad

Disliked: Dramatically understaffed bar and an un helpful bar manager who chatted whilst one member of staff had to deal with 3 deep at the bar.

Great Hotel with even greater...

Liked: Exceptionally friendly and helpful staff.....Perfect location...and near to two great rrestauransts...The Freckled Angel and Dylans...Hotel easy to find...and plentiful parking.
Disliked: We knew beforehand. but the room two-seater mini-terrace was not accessible (due for renovation)

Perfect location and very clean

Liked: Perfect location for the Opera House as it?s just over the road. it?s very clean and the bed was comfy. Staff very friendly.
Disliked: The decor is tired and needs updating so pricey for what you get. I think it?s relying on it?s location and history with Mary Queen of Scots for its custom at present.

Good

Liked: fabulous central location

comfortable stay in an excellent...

Liked: location good breakfasthuge roomnice loungesgood wine barparking
Disliked: toast machine in breakfast room!!hotel needs decorating in some areas - could be fantastic!

Exceptional