The Maynard

Hotels
9 (1800 reviews)
The Maynard The main road , Grindleford Bridge , gb

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Terrace
Family rooms
Packed lunches
Non-smoking throughout
Concierge service
Allergy-free room
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Spacious rooms
Stunning views
Cons:
Understaffed during peak times
Issues with cleanliness

Categories

Cleanliness
8.58
Some positive remarks about cleanliness, but issues noted with room not being hoovered.
Service
8.55
Mixed sentiments; while some staff were praised, others had a poor attitude.
Location
9.59
Specific mentions of stunning views and lovely walks nearby.
Room Quality
9.04
Rooms were described as spacious and comfortable, although some issues noted.
Amenities
9.07
Positive remarks about facilities, but some services were deemed understaffed.
Value for Money
9.03
Considered overpriced by some guests, yet others found it a bargain.
Food and Beverage
8.58
Food described as very good but with some service flaws and limited coffee options.
Overall Experience
9.55
Majority positive sentiments with several guests expressing enjoyable experiences.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 11:15

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation with Stunning Views

Beautiful Surroundings and Outdoor Activities

Delicious Dining Options and Relaxing Bar

Experience the ultimate retreat at The Maynard in Grindleford Bridge. Indulge in the comfort of our well-appointed rooms with picturesque views. Explore the breathtaking surroundings with hiking trails just steps away. After a day of adventure, unwind at our restaurant with delectable dishes or grab a drink at the cozy bar. Don't miss out on this perfect getaway. Book your stay at The Maynard now for a memorable experience.

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 1800 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.58
Service: 8.55
Location: 9.59
Room Quality: 9.04
Amenities: 9.07
Value for Money: 9.03
Food and Beverage: 8.58
Overall Experience: 9.55
Òscar • couple • nl
10
Great location, room, and food.
Pros:

The hotel is close to many attractions (caves, mountain hikes). The room was very nice and the bed was big and comfortable. And the food is great. We ended up having dinner there three times so we tried many of their dishes and they were all excellent. And the personnel was very friendly and helpful. We loved this place.

2026-05-30 • via Nuitee
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Tomasz Prokop • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-28 • via Nuitee
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Neil • couple • gb
7
Nice location, helpful and pleasant staff but hotel felt a little tired.
Pros:

Location is great and the restaurant and bar areas are very nice. Terrcace is a good size as is the grassed area.

Cons:

Restaurant service was hit and miss. Evening meal was very slow yet breakfast was better. The first room we were given was very tired. Paint peeling off of the window surrounds, skirtings and bathroom door. Sofa had seen better days and had dirty marks.

2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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Teresa • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Beautiful hotel in an amazing location, staff were friendly, food very good. Our room exceeded our expectations

Cons:

Nothing!

2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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Jan • family_with_children • gb
10
Perfect in every way....."Mary Poppins"
Pros:

Just perfect in all aspects

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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Steven • extended_group • gb
8
Beautiful location
Pros:

Location

Cons:

No air conditioning

2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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Craig • couple • gb
10
Perfect countryside stay, modern comfort in a beautiful rural setting with great service and excellent food.
Pros:

We had a really lovely stay at The Maynard. The staff were attentive, welcoming, and genuinely friendly throughout our visit which made the whole experience feel very comfortable and relaxed.

The hotel itself was beautiful. From the outside it has that countryside charm, but inside everything felt modern, stylish, and very well looked after. One thing that really stood out to me was the White Company amenities which added a really nice touch.

The gardens outside looked beautiful and peaceful, although it was a bit too cold during our stay to properly enjoy them. There was plenty of parking available which made things easy. The location was perfect for us as well. It is surrounded by nature and countryside in every direction, with great walking routes nearby, but still close enough to shops and the city when needed.

We chose this hotel because it was well connected to other towns and cities around the Peak District, and it worked perfectly as a base for exploring the area.

Breakfast was included in our package and was excellent. The food was filling, fresh, and very well done.

Would definitely stay here again.

Cons:

Very little to complain about overall. If I had to mention one thing, some areas of the hotel could have been a little warmer during the colder weather, but it did not take away from an otherwise great stay.

2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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K • couple • gb
8
We had a lovely time and would go back.
Pros:

Lovely location. Being able to park. Staff were great, friendly but professional. Lovely out door space. Food was excellent

Cons:

The weather has been very warm and unfortunately we were unable to get the bedroom temperature down. Nespresso coffee machine didn’t work properly in our room.

2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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Oftheshire • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-05-24 • via Nuitee
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Daiva • solo_traveller • gb
9
Great location for walks and amazing staff
Pros:

Great location for walks, very friendly staff, lovely food

Cons:

Room was a bit hot

2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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James • couple • gb
9
Very comfortable stay, excellent evening meal and breakfast and shout out to Joe for great service.
Pros:

Location, ambience, staff

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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jill • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-05-21 • via Nuitee
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Colin • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-05-17 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • solo_traveller • de
10
Pros:

Das perfekte Hotel für unseren Zwischenstopp im Nationalpark. Das Frühstück war ausgezeichnet lecker.

2026-05-17 • via Nuitee
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Laurynas B. • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Very well equipped boutique hotel with rooms named as per Australian cricket players.

2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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Claire • couple • gb
9
Fantastic hotel in great location
Pros:

Welcoming staff. Very clean room with excellent facilities. Restaurant served very tasty food and drink. Would definitely return. Great location, comfortable bed and very quiet at night.

2026-05-14 • via Nuitee
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Julia • couple • gb
8
The hotel in a beautiful setting that was very friendly and excellent food
Pros:

Fantastic setting with extremely friendly staff. The food was excellent. The hotel had a lovely atmosphere.

Cons:

The lighting in the bedroom was very low and it was impossible to read in bed.
The room would’ve benefited with an extra comfortable chair.

2026-05-13 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • couple • au
8
We enjoyed our stay at the charming and historic Maynard Hotel, set in a very scenic valley.
Pros:

The hotel is full of warm character and there are nice touches in the rooms, including lovely toiletries, gourmet teas and a coffee maker.

Cons:

The bed was firm and the pillows weren’t very comfortable.

2026-05-13 • via Nuitee
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lesley • couple • gb
8
Fabulous break for us unfortunately will wait to see if they’ve made improvements before coming back
Pros:

Excellent food on Sunday lunch in restaurant staff were good too. Sunday night in bar food also good. Breakfast Monday very nice especially good quality sausages.

View from Fullerton Suite amazing. Nice touch chocolates for anniversary.

Sunday afternoon band playing in garden lovely touch.

Cons:

We stayed many times before but notice now taken over lots more hotels Maynard being the first is looking tired especially stairs carpet and walls and our suite ready for redecoration

Also lacking in amenities - no shower caps in room or available at reception. No tissues - simple things you’d expect in 4* AA rated hotel.

Staff on Sunday evening seemed very sparse too. We saw lots of guests wondering looking for help - 4 staff members were in garden drinking probably after shift but didn’t give good impression to those visiting and wanting to sit in garden as the only throws were taken up by staff sat outside drinking.

Breakfast food quality great but limited to one choice ? Never before told can only have cooked breakfast no cereals or pastries unless pay extra? Just toast served as included would be expected if want to keep 4*

2026-05-12 • via Nuitee
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Richard • couple • gb
9
Excellent hotel for the Peaks.
Pros:

Great location on the edge of the Peaks. Plenty of parking, guests don't pay. The standout feature was the friendly staff, who were helpful and knowledgeable about the menu and the local area. Both the evening meal and breakfast were very good. Some of the decorations looked tired, but with a mood board in reception, they are in the process of updating them.

2026-05-10 • via Nuitee