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The Izaak Walton Hotel

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Superior King with View | Bathroom | Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Superior King with View | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Garden
Reception

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Bar

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Ilam, Dovedale, Ashbourne, England, DE6 2AY
  • Place, Peak District National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Ilam Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Dovedale National Nature Reserve
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Manchester (MAN)
    ‪81 min drive‬

Room options

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Classic Double Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Classic Double Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Classic Double Room, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 75 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior King with View | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Superior King with View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Valley view
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Hill View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Twin Room, Hill View | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Superior Twin Room, Hill View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Hill view
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Ashbourne

The Izaak Walton Hotel places you within a short walk of Ilam Park and within a mile (2 km) of Dovedale National Nature Reserve. This 37-room, 3-star hotel has 2 restaurants, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Peak District National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Ilam Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Dovedale National Nature Reserve - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Alton Towers - 22 min drive - 10.8 miles
  • Chatsworth House - 48 min drive - 28.1 miles

Getting around

  • Cromford Station - 26 min drive
  • Manchester Airport (MAN) - 96 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪House Of Beer Ashbourne - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Smiths Tavern - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Callow Hall Country House Hotel - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Birds - ‬12 min drive

About this property

The Izaak Walton Hotel

The Izaak Walton Hotel features free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and free newspapers. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. Front-desk staff can assist with securing valuables, concierge services, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a picnic area, a garden, and a ballroom.
Guests can expect to find flat-screen TVs and stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Electric kettles, safes, and desks are other standard amenities.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 20 for adults and GBP 20 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • Dovedale Bar and Lounge
  • Haddon Restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 40.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 20.00 for adults and GBP 20.00 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 40.0 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 3 PM—-10:30 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Izaak Walton Hotel Ashbourne
Izaak Walton Hotel
Izaak Walton Ashbourne
The Izaak Walton Hotel Hotel
The Izaak Walton Hotel Ashbourne
The Izaak Walton Hotel Hotel Ashbourne

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at The Izaak Walton Hotel?

The Izaak Walton Hotel provides free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see around The Izaak Walton Hotel?

This hotel is located in Ashbourne within a short 13-minute walk of Ilam Park. You'll also find Peak District National Park and Dovedale National Nature Reserve within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at The Izaak Walton Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does The Izaak Walton Hotel have a casino?

No, The Izaak Walton Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Izaak Walton Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at The Izaak Walton Hotel?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a garden-view restaurant and a bar/lounge plus some guestrooms include a hill view.

Does The Izaak Walton Hotel have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does The Izaak Walton Hotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Izaak Walton Hotel has 2 restaurants, and serves an English breakfast each morning for a surcharge.

Does The Izaak Walton Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Izaak Walton Hotel though service animals are welcome.

Does The Izaak Walton Hotel have connecting rooms available?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to The Izaak Walton Hotel?

The closest major airport to The Izaak Walton Hotel is East Midlands Airport (EMA), which is about 24.7 mi away. Another top airport is Manchester Airport (MAN), which is around 29.3 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Izaak Walton Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at The Izaak Walton Hotel that offer a balcony.

The Izaak Walton Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 137 out of 309 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 105 out of 309 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 49 out of 309 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 309 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 309 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pleasant and relaxed stay

Full Breakfast , location excellent for walking Bedrooms big historic hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lynne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful area fantastic views
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Jonathon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good-sized room with lovely view. Good hot breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Trevor

Liked: Amenities
Beautiful views from the room , large comfy bed , easy access to dove dale
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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6/10 Okay

Carol

Hotel in a beautuful location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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8/10 Good

Clive

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Izaak Walton

Staff were helpful and friendly, breakfast was very good and the bed was comfy... Location was superb
Amazing view from bedroom window
View from Ilam park
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Old fashioned hotel in a spectacular setting

Lovely location. Good bedroom. Poor bar with very poor choice and disappointing restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only a 5 minute walk to the stepping stones.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms very comfortable and clean.Lovely scenic area Excellent chef
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfortable hotel in fabulous location

Comfortable hotel in fabulous location
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

ferd

Liked: Amenities
Nice and comfortable location is perfect to stay in. Good view all around.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Janet Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous walking area - comfortable rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness
The views of Dovedale were superb and the position of the hotel idyllic with easy parking. Dinner and breakfast were not high standard and the only waitress was rushed off her feet. Generally pleasant and helpful Staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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4/10 Poor

Peter

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Quirky

Very quirky and dated needs a complete refurb. Great location
Hotel from a walk
Hotel from the car park
View from the hotel
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location of the hotel is lovely. Once there some interesting places are within walking distance - Dovedale and Ilam for example.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property in a fantastic location with friendly helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
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6/10 Okay

Anita

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was charming and fantastic location. The food, however was very basic, both dinner and breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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8/10 Good

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely country house hotel in the most beautiful setting. Comfortable beds, and an excellent restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely staff, amazing hotel and amazing views
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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6/10 Okay

nicola

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We stayed here last year and the staff were different and a pleasure to be around. The food was much better last year and there was more choice. The hotel needs a makeover in our opinion
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location in Dovedale. One bedside lamp was broken
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great location many walks right on doorstep fantastic views very friendly and helpfull staff
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great

Best location in the dales. Room with a view! Very comfortable and good sized bedroom. Nice food. Friendly staff. Lots CV of parking
View from the garden
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quirky hotel, beautiful surroundings. Excellent pub food
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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8/10 Good

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
excellent as usual, we have stayed at The Izaak on a few occasions and has all way been good.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

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