Little John Hotel

Hotels
8.1 (2127 reviews)
Station Road , Hathersage , gb

Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Packed lunches
Darts
Non-smoking throughout
Kid meals
Evening entertainment
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Good breakfast
Clean hotel
Cons:
Some noise issues
Room quality concerns
Lock malfunctions

Categories

Cleanliness
8.29
Overall the hotel was described as clean and well-maintained.
Service
8.66
Staff were noted as friendly and accommodating across multiple reviews.
Location
8.8
The location was consistently described as excellent with good access to pubs and scenic areas.
Room Quality
7.25
Room quality was varied; some rooms were small and had issues like locks not functioning properly.
Amenities
7.78
Basic amenities were mentioned; however, a few enhancements were noted as desires.
Value for Money
7.74
Guests felt they received good value for the cost with enjoyable stays.
Food and Beverage
8.29
Breakfast was generally well-received, though some minor improvements were suggested.
Overall Experience
7.96
Most guests had a positive overall experience, with some issues noted.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 04:00

Property Description

Charming Accommodation in the Heart of Hathersage

The Little John Hotel in Hathersage offers a delightful stay in Derbyshire's Peak District. Enchanting Rooms and Cottages provide modern amenities including en suite bathrooms, TVs, and tea/coffee facilities. The hotel's Dog-Friendly Atmosphere welcomes furry friends, while the on-site restaurant caters to all tastes with a diverse menu.

Explore the picturesque surroundings with ease, as the village train station is a short stroll away. Whether you're a hiker, climber, or simply seeking a peaceful retreat, The Little John Hotel is the perfect choice for your stay in the Peak District. Book now for an unforgettable experience in Hathersage.

Important information:

Guests are required to contact the property if they are planning to bring pets.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Internet

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

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children ages 16 and older are allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.1
Based on 2127 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.29
Service: 8.66
Location: 8.8
Room Quality: 7.25
Amenities: 7.78
Value for Money: 7.74
Food and Beverage: 8.29
Overall Experience: 7.96
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Ben couple gb
10
2026-03-21 via Nuitee
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Rebecca couple gb
6
Disappointing as we loved staying here in the past
Pros:

Central location, reasonably priced for the area. Friendly staff.

Cons:

We have stayed at the Little John many times but feel the standards have dropped on our last visit. The hotel didn’t seem very clean and there were areas of wear and tear in our room. Breakfast plentiful but poor quality produce.

2026-03-18 via Nuitee
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Mark couple se
8
1st Peak District experience
Pros:

Due to renovations breakfast was at a sister company (bank House) just up the road. Fantastic Vegetarian breakfasts.
Due to the renovations we also recieved discounts at the Bank House and had a wonderful dinner there.
Attentive Management
Good room
Nice village to stroll round and do walks from
Easy parking (maybe the time of year!)
Good location, with short drives to other walk starting points at Hope and Castleton

2026-03-18 via Nuitee
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Ekaterina solo_traveller ru
10
that’s a value for money
Pros:

Everything was great. The rooms are clean, the staff is very friendly and always ready to help. They speak both English and Russian well. The prices are also more than acceptable

2026-03-18 via Nuitee
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Karen couple gb
7
Stayed in better , stayed in worse . Good location .
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Bit noisy and coffee out of a jar . No body /shower gel or shampoo supplied

2026-03-17 via Nuitee
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Corrine couple gb
9
2026-03-17 via Nuitee
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Neil couple gb
8
Great room, great location, average breakfast.
Pros:

Great room. Much better than what we expected. Excellent!

Cons:

Our stay was good …but one member of staff told us food was served until 8.30. When we came down to the bar at 7.50, another member of staff said the kitchen closed at 7.45. After some discussion he agreed to cook us a pizza which was fine. The same guy was doing breakfast which was poor. Instant coffee and cold food. To be fair, for the price we paid I am not too unhappy, but with a few small improvements the Little John could be great.

2026-03-16 via Nuitee
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Vivienne couple gb
9
2026-03-16 via Nuitee
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Karolina couple gb
10
Very nice
Pros:

Everything was lovely and clean, staff were very nice and gave us food and drink vouchers to use as their kitchen and bar were closed for refurbishment.

2026-03-16 via Nuitee
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Kris couple gb
8
Excellent night away
Pros:

Great value & great service's & food was excellent too

Cons:

Room was slightly too warm but had fan so Nothing major

2026-03-15 via Nuitee
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Alison couple gb
10
Lovely few days at Little John
Pros:

A lovely cozy cottage with everything we needed for our stay.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-15 via Nuitee
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Lizzie couple gb
8
Confortable cottage in great location
Pros:

Comfortable and a great location in the centre of Hathersage

Cons:

There was lots of renovation work going on

2026-03-14 via Nuitee
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Jake couple gb
9
Great
Pros:

Massive rooms, great location, helpful staff. Breakfast also decent, vegan options etc

Cons:

Not the quietest place to sleep but it is above a popular pub, so what do you expect. Shower took ages to heat up in the morning but when it did, it was great!

2026-03-13 via Nuitee
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alfie couple gb
9
Pros:

Big room

Cons:

You have to use smart tv with your own sign in to acces the tv content as aerial is not working

2026-03-11 via Nuitee
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Andrew couple gb
7
2026-03-10 via Nuitee
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LooseBoulder couple gb
6
Excellent location in the heart of Hathersage.
Pros:

The room was a nice size as was the bathroom. We were in the annexe so it was quiet. Breakfast was buffet and very good as was the coffee.

Cons:

The tv wouldn't work correctly - normally not bothered but the weather being poor, winter olympics being on and not feeling well meant this was the one time I wanted to use it. The food ateT the bar in the evening was very basic and probably out of a packet. There are better eating options in Hathersage.

2026-03-09 via Nuitee
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andrew couple gb
8
Fab room in a great location
Pros:

Great stay at The Little John, some building work going on in the bar/kitchen, but we couldn't hear any of it as the rooms are in a separate building. Room very comfortable, fab shower, dog friendly. As the kitchen was being renovated we were given vouchers for breakfast at Bank House, I had huevos rancheros, it was really nice...we also ate at Peak Pizza, owned by the same people as The Little John, amazing pizza and vibe! The hotel is in a brilliant location and has attentive staff, special thanks to Ian! Hope all goes well after the refurb.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-08 via Nuitee
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Tsoukkas solo_traveller gb
8
Excellent value for money, very comfortable & clean.
2026-03-07 via Nuitee
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Monika couple gb
8
2026-03-07 via Nuitee
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Moira couple gb
8
Comfy warm very friendly staff who couldn’t do enough for you. We took out and he was made welcome everywhere.
Pros:

We were lucky to have one of the cottages. Very comfy.

Cons:

The cottage was lovely being an old cottage was quite dark in the lounge area but us off

2026-03-06 via Nuitee