Nestled near Peak District National Park, Britannia Palace Hotel Buxton & Spa offers a serene escape with a coffee shop, garden and hair salon. Treat yourself to spa treatments or unwind in the indoor pool, then connect with free WiFi in public areas.
Britannia Palace Hotel Buxton & Spa puts you just a 5-minute drive from Peak District National Park. Guests can visit the spa to indulge in deep-tissue massages, body wraps, or facials, and Dovedale Restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. Other highlights at this Victorian hotel include 2 bars/lounges, an indoor pool, and a health club. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and breakfast.
At a glance
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Hotel size
186 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only)*
Service animals welcome
Food and water bowls available
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
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Parking
Uncovered onsite self parking (GBP 5.00 per day)
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) 7 AM–9:30 AM on weekdays and 8 AM–10:30 AM on weekends
2 bars/lounges
Restaurant
Coffee shop
Coffee/tea in a common area
Free daily reception
Snack bar/deli
What to do
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Working away
Business center
2 meeting rooms
Conference space (172 square feet)
Services
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Hair salon
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Pool loungers
Facilities
Built in 1868
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Library
Television in common areas
Health club
An indoor pool
Full-service spa
Sauna
Steam room
Banquet hall
Reception hall
Victorian architecture
Accessibility
Elevator
Thin carpet in public areas
Thin carpet in room
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)
Desk chair
More
Housekeeping (on request)
Special features
Spa
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include deep-tissue massages, facials, body wraps, and body scrubs. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a steam room. The spa is open select days.
Dining
Dovedale Restaurant - This restaurant serves breakfast and dinner.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 12 to 15.00 for adults, and GBP 6 to 10.00 for children
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 10.00 (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 15.00 (subject to availability)
Children & extra beds
Cribs/infant beds are available for GBP 10 per night
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pet deposit: GBP 50.00 per stay
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10.00 per pet, per night
Parking
Uncovered self parking costs GBP 5.00 per day
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access is available for an extra charge of GBP 6.00 per day
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation
Policies
Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Also known as
Palace Buxton
Palace Hotel Buxton
Barcelo Buxton
Buxton Hotel Palace
Hotel Palace Buxton
Britannia Palace Hotel
Britannia Buxton & Spa Buxton
Britannia Palace Hotel Buxton & Spa Hotel
Britannia Palace Hotel Buxton & Spa Buxton
Britannia Palace Hotel Buxton & Spa Hotel Buxton
Frequently asked questions
Does Britannia Palace Hotel Buxton & Spa offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Britannia Palace Hotel Buxton & Spa does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Britannia Palace Hotel Buxton & Spa?
Yes, there's an indoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Britannia Palace Hotel Buxton & Spa?
Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 10.00 per pet, per night, and there's also a deposit of GBP 50.00 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Britannia Palace Hotel Buxton & Spa?
Yes. Self parking costs GBP 5.00 per day.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Britannia Palace Hotel Buxton & Spa?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge of GBP 10.00 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of GBP 15.00 (subject to availability).
What is there to do at Britannia Palace Hotel Buxton & Spa and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities such as hiking and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the indoor pool. Britannia Palace Hotel Buxton & Spa also has 2 bars, a sauna, and a steam room, as well as a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Britannia Palace Hotel Buxton & Spa?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Dovedale Restaurant.
What's the area around Britannia Palace Hotel Buxton & Spa like?
Britannia Palace Hotel Buxton & Spa is a short 2-minute walk from Buxton Station and 4 minutes' walk from Devonshire Dome. Travelers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.
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Reviews
Britannia Palace Hotel Buxton & Spa Reviews
7.6
Good
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8.2
Cleanliness
7.4
Amenities
7.8
Staff & service
7.2
Eco-friendliness
7.2
Property conditions & facilities
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Value
Reviews
8/10 Very good
Sep 14, 2025
Location
Ideal location friendly hotel
Bridget
Bridget, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 30, 2025
Lovely hotel
Lovely hotel. Friendly staff, breakfast was awesome, we took our dog and she able to sit with us in the conservatory at breakfast.. happy days ☺️
Verified traveler
1-night trip
6/10 Good
Sep 20, 2025
underwhelmed
our visit was rather underwhelming we had a room in the basement which was very small but ok
breakfast was buffet but no egg station for omelettes etc
hotel is very grand and historic but needs some ambience
Susan
Susan, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Sep 7, 2025
Tired and run down
Amazing building but room was tired and sparse
Verified traveler
1-night trip
6/10 Good
Sep 21, 2025
Disappointing stay
Disappointing stay. Room was average at best, but had a phone signal, no Wi-Fi and no windows.
The swimming pool’s timings are really frustrating. Hotel check-in is from 15.00, but swimming pool closes at 18.30 which leaves little time to use the facilities.
Vincent
Vincent, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 3, 2025
Apart from very loud noise at 7am in the morning everything else ok
paul
paul, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 21, 2025
Superb Hotel.
Superb from start to finish. A huge grand building with Superb decor throughout. Lovely friendly staff. Clean fresh exceptionally well equipped bedrooms, all freshly and modernly decorated. There are beautifully kept grounds with ample outside seating. The Palace is perfectly located within Buxton, for all amenities, sightseeing, pubs, restaurants and cafés.
There is also ample parking at the hotel.
An absolute must!
Sue
Sue, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 29, 2025
Handy location, clean and comfortable hotel, staff friendly and helpful, thank you!
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 9, 2025
Compact but comfortable
I booked a compact room usually these are very small but comfy. This was downstairs with only 1 other room close by. Spacious quiet and comfortable. Also cool which was nice as its unusually warm in Buxton. The piano playing in the lobby is a lovely touch
Julia
Julia, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 10, 2025
Lobby staff were excellent. Breakfast average. Poor coffee. Old fashioned bread choices and only jam as spread choice. Disappointing to see Harrogate spring water in a Buxton hotel. Would be good to see really good quality, local food and exciting breakfast choices.
Christine
Christine, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 14, 2025
The stay was absolutely beautiful
Amanda
Amanda, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 30, 2025
Very handy for the venue, food in the restaurant at breakfast and dinner was excellent
Peter
Peter, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 16, 2025
Staff very good
Andrew
Andrew, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 11, 2025
Beautiful old hotel full of original features and character. Clean, comfortable room and got a bargain stay! Beautiful gardens and so close to shops, restaurants and pubs and beautiful park. Loved it! Will stay again & recommend to others
Anne
Anne, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 9, 2025
Great location.
Very reasonably priced.
Gareth
Gareth, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 24, 2025
Really pelase with this hotel and got it for a good price at the time. would stay again.
Christopher
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 30, 2025
Clean and friendly with superb staff.
Lovely location.
Tony
Tony, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 11, 2025
Great location as not far from the main shops etc and nice clean and tidy rooms and friendly staff.
Ian
Ian, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 15, 2025
Good place to stay!
Patrick
Patrick, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Aug 4, 2025
Okay
We found the bed and pillows really uncomfortable, they were so hard that it gave us bad backs. The breakfast was fine but there wasn’t much choice for the evening meals. It was a lot better when they used to do buffet meals.
Peter
Peter, 7-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 29, 2025
Very clean and good location but horrendous bed
Didnt have any food, the room was very clean and spacious though the bed was the worst I we have ever slept in, two singles pushed together, very hard and lumpy the floor might have been more comfortable there was also a constant drone ( air conditioning?)
lynne
lynne, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 8, 2025
Located very good spot in Buxton town.
Mr Martin
Mr Martin, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 18, 2025
I was working in Bakewell this morning, approximately 12 miles from Buxton. I know Buxton very well, but have never previously stayed at The Palace. Absolutely fabulous authentic Victorian Hotel, beautifully restored, very comfortable room and great value. I will definitely stay again.
Damian
Damian, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 16, 2025
Pleasant hotel
A comfortable stay in a very nice hotel. If you have problems walking, ensure you get a room close to the lifts, as we had a considerable walk including stairs to our room. I would prefer parking to be included in the cost of the stay.
Terence
Terence, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 26, 2025
Buxton is wonderful. Really good , but different bars and venues. Worth a visit anytime.