Historic Hotels in Derbyshire
Places to stay in Derbyshire connected to famous figures from history.
![Details for The Old Hall at Buxton](/uploads/2/6/0/6/26064802/47618.jpg)
The Old Hall. Buxton.
Daniel Defoe had fine words to say of Buxton's famous Old Hall Hotel. But he isn't the only notable figure to have rested within its sturdy walls - one of the Tudor period's most famous female figures did too.
Daniel Defoe had fine words to say of Buxton's famous Old Hall Hotel. But he isn't the only notable figure to have rested within its sturdy walls - one of the Tudor period's most famous female figures did too.
![Details for The George Hotel at Hathersage](/uploads/2/6/0/6/26064802/5967453.jpg)
The George. Hathersage.
Around five hundred years old in parts, this classic Derbyshire inn has an association with one of romantic literature’s most famous books.
Around five hundred years old in parts, this classic Derbyshire inn has an association with one of romantic literature’s most famous books.
![Details for The Rutland Arms](/uploads/2/6/0/6/26064802/8392678.jpg)
The Rutland Arms. Bakewell.
A landmark of Bakewell since 1804, The Rutland Arms is certainly one for devotees of Miss Jane Austen. And a certain type of pudding, for that matter.
A landmark of Bakewell since 1804, The Rutland Arms is certainly one for devotees of Miss Jane Austen. And a certain type of pudding, for that matter.
![Details for The Izaak Walton](/uploads/2/6/0/6/26064802/3980570.jpg)
The Izaak Walton Hotel. Dovedale.
Those with knowledge of great literary works from the 17th century should have little difficulty identifying this particular hotel’s historic claim-to-fame.
Those with knowledge of great literary works from the 17th century should have little difficulty identifying this particular hotel’s historic claim-to-fame.
![Details for The Old Lockup, Derbyshire](/uploads/2/6/0/6/26064802/1579720.jpg)
The Old Lockup. Wirksworth.
Connections to a notorious murderer and a famous 20th century author are to be found at this heritage-rich little bed and breakfast.
Connections to a notorious murderer and a famous 20th century author are to be found at this heritage-rich little bed and breakfast.
How you can help: if you are aware of a historic hotel in Derbyshire that you believe ought to be included on the site, please contact us via email ([email protected]) in the first instance. Please note that these should have connections to famous people and events from the past.