Palace Hotel Buxton 

Since 1868, the Palace Hotel Buxton & Spa has been a prominent building in the stunning spa town of Buxton. Situated in over five acres of stunning landscaped gardens, it has now become one of the most prestigious venues in the region, perfectly situated on the edge of the Peak District National Park, and easily accessible for visitors from all over the UK including Manchester, Nottingham, Sheffield and Stoke-on-Trent.

When you step over the threshold, you’ll quickly discover the history of the building itself. Suddenly you are transported back in time, some 150 years ago. You’ll see historic characteristics as you explore. The gorgeous Victorian grandeur is sure to provide the most elegant backdrop to your stay.

Conveniently located adjacent to the railway station and just a five minute walk to Buxton Opera House and Pavilion Arts Centre, home to Buxton Cinema, Pavilion Gardens, Cavendish Shopping Arcade and Springs Shopping Centre off Spring Gardens in the town centre.

The hotel has a leisure club with an indoor pool and gym; a fee applies. Children under 16 must be accompanied and cannot use the gym. Check opening times and charges with the hotel.

The spa offers beauty treatments, including massages and manicures. See spa opening times and book treatments in advance.

The hotel has eight conference and event rooms. Its website mentions capacity for up to 500 delegates, while its conference brochure gives a maximum of 300. Confirm the capacity for your event directly with the hotel.

The Palace Hotel hosts weddings and has a team of wedding planners. See the hotel’s wedding information for enquiries and current packages.

All rooms offer TV, Hairdryer and Tea and Coffee making facilities.

Car parking: £5 for 24 hours, with approximately 180 spaces including 10 accessible bays. Guests using the car park must register their vehicle at reception.

Check-in is from 3pm. The hotel’s websites disagree on weekend checkout times; confirm your checkout time when booking.

The hotel has two accessible bedrooms and a ramp at the rear entrance. Contact the hotel in advance to discuss your access requirements.

Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel.

Dovedale Restaurant serves breakfast and dinner daily, with lunch on Sundays. The Lounge Bar and Robert Rippon Duke Bar serve drinks and light meals; see the hotel’s website for current service times.

The hotel has previously served afternoon tea in the conservatory. Contact the hotel to check current availability, times and prices.

Dogs are welcome; pet charges start at £10 for one night or £25 for two or more nights, plus a £25 deposit per pet. Check the hotel’s current pet policy before booking.

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Lounge seating at the Palace Hotel Palace Hotel lounge and bar Hotel lobby with columns and stairsHotel entrance hall and balconyThe Rippon BarSeating in the Rippon BarSports lounge with pool table and televisionPool table in the sports loungeDartboard in the sports loungePool table and lounge chairsSports lounge chairs and dartboardFlower arrangement at the hotelHotel lobby with staircaseHotel lounge seatingTables in the conservatoryTables set in the restaurantPalace Hotel restaurantRestaurant table settingsBallroom set up for a conferenceConference seating and screen in the ballroomConference boardroomConference table with flowersConference roomWedding fair displayWedding table and chairsWedding room table settingWedding table with floral centrepieceWedding ceremony seatingFloral arch at a wedding room entrance Ballroom decorated for an eventBeauty treatment room Spa reception seating Massage treatment room Beauty treatment room
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