Santo's Higham Farm Hotel

Hotels
8.4 (562 reviews)
Main Road , Alfreton , gb

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Electric bicycle charging station
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
Facilities for disabled guests
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great food
Beautiful location
Cons:
Dated rooms
Bathroom privacy issues
High room temperature

Categories

Cleanliness
7.56
Some reviews mentioned areas in the rooms looked a little tired, indicating a need for improvement.
Service
9.03
Overall excellent service from the staff, especially breakfast and bar staff who were welcoming and accommodating.
Location
8.57
Location is highly praised for its convenience and beauty.
Room Quality
8.02
Rooms are generally well appointed, but some issues reported with comfort and decor.
Amenities
8.55
Good amenities overall, although some items like coffee pods were missing.
Value for Money
8.01
Price was questioned, but overall dining experience received positive notes.
Food and Beverage
9.06
Food quality is described as amazing with great flavor.
Overall Experience
8.43
Despite some complaints, the majority of reviews were positive, leading to a generally favorable stay.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 20:58

Property Description

Historic Charm and Modern Comforts

Nestled in the picturesque Derbyshire countryside, Santo's Higham Farm Hotel is a restored 15th-century farmhouse offering a perfect blend of historic charm and modern comforts. The individually designed rooms with original oak beams provide a cozy retreat, while the stunning views over the Amber Valley create a serene atmosphere.

Award-Winning Dining Experience

Indulge in an exquisite dining experience at the hotel's award-winning restaurant, where an a la carte menu awaits to tantalize your taste buds. Whether you prefer fine dining or casual bar meals, Santo's Higham Farm Hotel caters to all culinary preferences with flair and finesse.

Convenient Location and Amenities

Located just 4 miles from junction 28 of the M1 Motorway, Santo's Hotel offers easy access for travelers. Enjoy the convenience of free Wi-Fi, satellite TVs, and free parking during your stay. Book now to experience the beauty and hospitality of Santo's Higham Farm Hotel.

Important information:

Please note, the hotel is a popular venue for weddings and functions. Guests should be aware that party noise downstairs may affect nearby guest rooms.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for £17 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 562 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.56
Service: 9.03
Location: 8.57
Room Quality: 8.02
Amenities: 8.55
Value for Money: 8.01
Food and Beverage: 9.06
Overall Experience: 8.43
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Tom • couple • gb
10
2026-02-09 • via Nuitee
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Allan • family_with_children • gb
10
We fell in love with the place immediately we step out of car. Staff were very friendly.
Pros:

Diner, bedroom, ambiance and breakfast everything was top notch. Staff were exceptional with big smiles on their faces.

Cons:

Nothing to be honest.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Chris • couple • gb
8
Great spot, friendly staff, good food
Pros:

Great location, friendly staff, stunning views, food much better than expected

Cons:

It is a function venue so may have functions on.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Phil • solo_traveller • gb
8
Will stay here again if work requires me to stop off in this area ahead of meetings in Bradford.
Pros:

Breakfast was very good.

Cons:

Coffee was very poor.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Chris • family_with_children • gb
9
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Walker • couple • gb
10
Absolutely lovely..scenery was overwhelming.
Pros:

Breakfast good...location beautiful.

Cons:

Mens toilets could have been cleaner

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Nabin • family_with_children • gb
8
Pros:

The hotel was better than expected, perfect location. Staffs were friendly, clean room and breakfast was brilliant.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Mike • solo_traveller • es
8
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Kyle • couple • gb
10
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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McCarthy • family_with_children • gb
9
Friendly hotel, great location
Pros:

We stay here regularly and love it. The staff are particularly friendly and efficient. Great location, plenty of parking, good food.

Cons:

They do weddings and events. These can be a bit noisy so it pays to check before booking.

2026-01-16 • via Nuitee
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Dave • extended_group • gb
8
2026-01-15 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • couple • gb
7
2026-01-15 • via Nuitee
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Chris • couple • gb
9
Pros:

The food was exceptional

2026-01-15 • via Nuitee
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Michelle • solo_traveller • gb
7
Lovely one night stay
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Areas in rooms look little tired , reception and bar area all modern and fresh

2025-12-18 • via Nuitee
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Kate • couple • gb
10
Just fantastic! Stunning building, warm and inviting atmosphere , great food, great room and friendly staff. We will com
Pros:

Santos is beautiful. A very historic building (thank you Dawn for the guide) and the atmosphere was cosy and inviting. There was a party going on that night but our room was far enough away that it didn’t bother us. Room service was much faster than advised and the girls delivering it couldn’t do enough to help. The food we ordered was ‘small platters’ but it was quite substantial! Dawn at reception was so friendly and funny both when we arrived and when we left this morning. Thank you to everyone at Santos for making our stay so wonderful even though you were busy with parties - my husband had a lovely birthday weekend.

Cons:

There was nothing I didn’t like. The bathroom was huge and beautiful with marble tiles. The bath was big enough for two - woo hoo! The only thing maybe is the pillows were a little too firm for my liking.

2025-12-07 • via Nuitee
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x • couple • gb
10
Beautiful hotel
Pros:

Our second time staying with Santos hotel, great location for us to visit family and friends. Staff very welcoming and kind, nice to talk to and cannot do enough for you. Beautiful Christmas decorations and fire places to keep warm. Food is amazing, so much flavour and great quality! The view at the end of the car park across the valley is spectacular. Thank you for another great stay! See you soon 😊

2025-12-03 • via Nuitee
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enriquecV2896FS • Friends getaway • London, England
4
Expensive, Dated Hotel with Unsafe Bathroom and Unfriendly Reception, but Excellent Breakfast and Bar Staff
Pros:

We found the hotel to be quite dated, and unfortunately our experience was affected by a serious issue with the room we were given. We were placed in a disabled-access room, which had a very heavy sliding bathroom door. Not only did the door refuse to open properly—resulting in me becoming stuck inside the bathroom—but once we finally managed to get it open, it then wouldn’t close again. This meant we had no privacy when using the bathroom. Although we reported the issue and the hotel staff fixed it, the problem reoccurred after the second use. This was especially concerning because, had we actually been disabled guests and become trapped during an emergency such as a fire, we wouldn’t have stood a chance.

In addition, the lady with curly hair at reception was not very friendly or welcoming, which didn’t give us the best first impression.

On a positive note, the breakfast staff were excellent—very friendly, attentive, and accommodating. They even waited for me on Sunday morning when I was slightly delayed after my bike ride, which I really appreciated. The bar staff were also very friendly and created a pleasant atmosphere in the evenings.

Overall, while there were some highlights, the safety issues and lack of welcome at reception left us disappointed.

2025-11-19 • via Tripadvisor
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Melanie • couple • gb
7
Nice location, easy to check in.
Pros:

Location nice, food very tasty, staff very friendly.

Cons:

The heat in the room, the hotel was extremely hot and found it hard to sleep due to this. The rooms maybe need a little updating. The door to the room was a little hard to unlock and lock.

2025-11-16 • via Nuitee
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susan • couple • gb
9
2025-11-09 • via Nuitee
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Steve • couple • gb
7
2 Night Stay
Pros:

Staff where lovely especially the ladies serving breakfast

Cons:

Decor in our Room a bit to much ' Laura Ashley '
Bed not comfortable
The shower screen cumbersome

2025-10-31 • via Nuitee