Cathedral Quarter Hotel - Derby

4.0 star property
4-star Victorian hotel perfect for exploring Derby

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A grand staircase with ornate railings and a patterned floor, leading to a room with a large stained glass window.
A grand wooden entrance with a patterned floor and a sign indicating the room number.
A breakfast buffet with various pastries, a pitcher of orange apple juice, and a pitcher of blue lemonade.
A hotel lobby with a wine rack, a framed sign for Bogart's Bar, and a bar area with a mirror and glasses.
A historic brick building with a symmetrical facade, large windows, and a central entrance with a decorative arch.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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16 St Marys Gate, Derby, England, DE1 3JR
  • Place, Derby Cathedral
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Derbion
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Derby Theatre
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, East Midlands (EMA)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Junior Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

  • Park view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE CAPACITY 2

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

Junior Double Room

  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

King Bedded Double Room

  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Derby

City center retreat .With a stay at this Derby City Centre hotel, you'll be steps from Chapel Street Arts Centre and Derby Cathedral. Derby Computer Museum and Derby Museum and Art Gallery are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Derby Cathedral - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Derbion - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Derby Theatre - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Derbyshire County Cricket Club - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Kedleston Hall - 19 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Peartree Station - 5 min drive
  • East Midlands Airport (EMA) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Standing Order (Wetherspoon) - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Suds & Soda - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Seymours Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Ye Olde Dolphin Inn - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Blessington Carriage - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Cathedral Quarter Hotel - Derby

4-star Victorian hotel perfect for exploring Derby
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 75 square feet (7 square meters) and includes conference space. The business-friendly Cathedral Quarter Hotel - Derby also features multilingual staff, coffee/tea in a common area, and concierge services. You'll have access to the health club at a partner property.

This Victorian Derby hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 38 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • 75 sq ft of conference space
  • 7 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1894
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Cathedral Quarter Hotel - Derby offers 38 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. 43-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with rainfall showerheads, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Derby hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking; discounts available
  • Street parking available
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; GBP 12 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 10.00
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: GBP 20 for check-in between 9:00 PM and 6:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 10
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 12 per person
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 10.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee: GBP 20 for check-in between 9:00 PM and 6:00 AM
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 10 (subject to availability)

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

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Cathedral Quarter Hotel - Derby to the airport?

Cathedral Quarter Hotel - Derby is 14.9 mi (29-min drive) away from the East Midlands Airport (EMA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cathedral Quarter Hotel - Derby?

As of Jul 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cathedral Quarter Hotel - Derby on Aug 2, 2026 start from CA $132, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Cathedral Quarter Hotel - Derby have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Cathedral Quarter Hotel - Derby.

Does Cathedral Quarter Hotel - Derby offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Cathedral Quarter Hotel - Derby, but English breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 12 per person. It's available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Cathedral Quarter Hotel - Derby?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Mecca Bingo Beeston (17-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Cathedral Quarter Hotel - Derby?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Early check-in costs GBP 10.00 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Cathedral Quarter Hotel - Derby?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Cathedral Quarter Hotel - Derby have a pool?

Cathedral Quarter Hotel - Derby does not have a pool.

Does Cathedral Quarter Hotel - Derby have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Cathedral Quarter Hotel - Derby have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Cathedral Quarter Hotel - Derby to downtown Derby?

Cathedral Quarter Hotel - Derby is 0.2 mi away from Derby.

Cathedral Quarter Hotel - Derby Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 68 out of 186 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 59 out of 186 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 31 out of 186 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 186 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 186 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet area of Derby and very close to ships, pubs, etc.... Will definitely stay here again, beautiful building
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good value very convenient hotel in the centre of Derby, my room was clean & comfortable and no complaints from me
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was good ,I had a full English, room was clean . Hotel is close to the centre.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

kirk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly, great breakfast and lovely hotel and great location .
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Domingo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice classic hotel. Plenty restaurants nearby. Enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel with lots of character. A little tired in parts but clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Historic landmark within the Cathedral Quarter - and quiet! Short walk to riverside walkway and pedestrian precincts, as well as the Cathedral
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Carly

Obviously you can’t expect luxury at the price they charge, but this is absolutely fine as a cheap base for one night.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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6/10 Okay

Dominic

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This was a small friendly hotel in a good location. The staff were pleasant and we felt that we had value for money. The building is in need of a little maintenance, and the cooked breakfast was ample. There were a few parking spaces available at no addional charge.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay for a visit to Derby, great lication and friendly staff.....
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room, free parking and friendly staff all for a great price. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean needs updating No restraint service as hotel quie Brilliant location Room for four guest cars to park
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Julie

The room was very comfortable and a high standard of cleanliness. The bar was very well stocked and the staff very friendly and helpfull. Parking looked ok but wasn’t an issue for me as I came on train. Many thanks for a memorable stay. Would highly recommend staying at this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jemma

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

Great hotel

Amazing hotel friendly helpful staff Lovely and clean bug fluffy towels and a great price
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Kevin

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

Great location, staff and quiet rooms

Great location, very quiet, really friendly and accommodating staff, thanks for a lovely stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely stay at this hotel.Very nice staff and nice comfortable stay.Great location for Derby city centre.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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6/10 Okay

Terri Hare

Liked: Staff & service
The staff were friendly however it took a long time to check in as there was only ome person,then i was dissapointed as id booked a superior room and the room definetley didnt represent this,there was no plug that fit for the bath no hair dryer .The hotel is lovely and has some great features but the rooms are very basic and tired and in need of a re vamp ,the bed was very large though
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and tidy room, local to the city centre the only downfall was the lift not working
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and a good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Marieclaire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, perfect location for the town center. Room was clean and extremely well equipped. Staff were all very pleasant and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

J R

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Really lovely building with friendly helpful staff and excellent value for money. With a deep clean (particularly in the bathroom) and some renovation to bits of tired infrastructure (chipped furniture, old carpet), this could be really excellent and well worth twice the current price.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Peaceful room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

TSURU

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Best service. Breakfast is really good.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
beautiful historic building right in the centre of the city near the cathedral. clean and pleasant and staff were lovely
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for city centre.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025