Name: Cathedral Quarter Hotel
Address: 16 St Marys Gate, . 0 ., Derby, DE1 3JR, GB

8/10

Excellent

17 Jul 2026

Ian

Good location, quiet area and nice staff.

Self

8/10

Excellent

05 Jul 2026

Simon

Good location. Decent size room. However no air con on a weekend when it was so hot was not a good experience.

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

01 Jul 2026

Ravinder

I loved the look of this period property, exceptionally well maintained, exquisitely decorated, and real value for money

Partner

8/10

Excellent

29 Jun 2026

Richard

Excellent location, great building, modern facilities. But sort out the aircon!!

Self

8/10

Excellent

26 Jun 2026

Richard

Definitely better than most places in the city centre.
Nice building, pleasant rooms, generally quiet.
A couple of things needed maintenance and the only window was onto a small courtyard with views of the air conditioning units - but this was a standard room.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

23 Jun 2026

Richard

Amazingly refurbished hotel back to the period features tha were in place from the original build period.
Very traditional decor in keeping with the building and a breath of fresh air when compared to most modern 'box like' hotel rooms that are just built for functionality these days.

Self

8/10

Excellent

23 Jun 2026

Ruth

My room was clean, as was the bathroom, with nice fluffy towels. Breakfast was good, I had poached eggs with toast, others had the full english and really enjoyed it.

Self

8/10

Excellent

21 Jun 2026

Barbara

We really enjoyed staying here. The inside of the building is beautiful, and our bed was very comfortable. Staff are very nice and helpful.
It was hot when we stayed and the bedroom air con functioned, but not brilliantly.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

17 Jun 2026

Samantha

Excellent hotel, amazing location, lovely breakfast and nice big rooms.
Bathroom and bedroom rooms could do with updating and definitely in need of softer pillows but apart from that the hotel is perfect and staff are excellent

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

14 Jun 2026

Anna

The parking was not available so assume it rarely is and but the car park on Bold Lane is close enough but about £11 for an overnight stay.
The hotel felt pretty deserted but fine and felt safe enough.
The shower temp wasn’t consistent but not extreme.
Bed comfortable and slept well but black out curtains would be so beneficial especially in June.
Check in was fine and the receptionist was lovely.
Tea coffee basic but plentiful.
Two bottles of water were very much appreciated.

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

08 Jun 2026

Paul

Lovely old building, very handy for city centre.
Stunning entrance hall, reception area and central staircase. Beautiful dining room.
Incredibly polite and helpful staff.
Nice breakfast.
Would stay again.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

07 Jun 2026

Amanda

It’s faded charm and wonderful, a great stop between London and Yorkshire, rooms not huge but fine for one night. Staff & bar too notch. We’ll definitely stay here again on our way north.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

06 Jun 2026

michaela

Staff were lovely and friendly and keen to help. After booking a 'Junior Suite' for a birthday gift, I was a little disappointed by the size of the room. I am not sure what made it a suite as it looked like a small double to me. We were on the ground floor with the view of a car park which a prison transporter would regularly pick up and drop off.
Beautiful building internal and out. Breakfast had everything you needed. Stored our bags after check out until our train. Great location for City Centre

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

05 Jun 2026

Craig

Located in historic part of Derby. Fantastic historic building. Very good breakfast. Very nice rooms

Partner

8/10

Excellent

05 Jun 2026

Angus

The hotel is centrally located and everything in the downtown is easily walkable. The hotel itself is a really nice building but it did seem a bit tired. Could really do with a refresh plus something outside (flags,
flowers, etc. ) to make it seem more welcoming. A big setback was the inoperable air conditioning for our entire stay - which we were not advised of until after we asked how to get it working. This occurred during the hottest bank holiday on record and the heat inside our room was punishing. That being said the staff were all friendly and helpful.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

04 Jun 2026

Lisa

Beautiful hotel …the historical and architectural details were fabulous and the room was very comfortable. However, they advertise a restaurant which does not exist unless you book ahead. Very disappointing!

Self

4/10

Poor

28 May 2026

Alan

Main entrance is beautiful. Beyond that quite run down.

Business Self

6/10

Pleasant

28 May 2026

Andrew

The bedroom was on the small side. The ensuite looked like it had been recently updated unlike the bedroom which was a little tired. The air conditioning was not available. The best thing was it's location. Everything else was a reflection of the reasonable price

Partner

8/10

Excellent

24 May 2026

Mick

We are both 60 and was given third floor and the lift wasn’t working, there was no one around to ask if there was a lower floor available, overall the location was excellent the room was clean and comfortable we would stay again

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

08 May 2026

Jayne

Must have been a beautiful hotel in its day but now it’s very tired, no staff, no working lift, or working aircon, lightbulbs blown. Such a shame really because the location is ideal and there’s a cheap carpark around the corner

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

07 May 2026

Stuart

Good size room, comfy bed and nice touch with bottled water

Self

6/10

Pleasant

06 May 2026

Laura

Agree with all the other reviews - nice historical building in a central area, and lovely friendly staff. But room was rundown - dusty throughout, musty odour, lots of rust and limescale in the bathroom.
Bed was comfy.
A fine experience.
Lift wasn't working.

10/10

Exceptional

04 May 2026

Robin

Beautiful hotel in a perfect town location.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

29 Apr 2026

Carly

Obviously you can’t expect luxury at the price they charge, but this is absolutely fine as a cheap base for one night.

4/10

Poor

28 Apr 2026

Meaghan

The hotel room and entire top floor was incredibly hot which is not nice in hot weather, this wouldn’t have been a problem if the air conditioning wasn’t broken on the entire top floor. There was also no way to change the temperature of the water in the shower so that was also very hot and it gave off a strange smell when used. Hotel lift was also broken the entire weekend and being on the third floor and no staff offering to help in a 4 star hotel seems a bit of a let down

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

25 Apr 2026

Ruth

Very quiet area of Derby and very close to ships, pubs, etc....
Will definitely stay here again, beautiful building

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

25 Apr 2026

Dominic

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.

Family

8/10

Excellent

25 Apr 2026

Christian

Good value very convenient hotel in the centre of Derby, my room was clean & comfortable and no complaints from me

10/10

Exceptional

21 Apr 2026

Edward

Historic landmark within the Cathedral Quarter - and quiet! Short walk to riverside walkway and pedestrian precincts, as well as the Cathedral

Self

10/10

Exceptional

19 Apr 2026

Carol

Lovely hotel with lots of character. A little tired in parts but clean and comfortable.

Self

6/10

Pleasant

13 Apr 2026

Terri Hare

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

Friends_and_family Friends

8/10

Excellent

11 Apr 2026

Adrian

Clean needs updating
No restraint service as hotel quie
Brilliant location
Room for four guest cars to park

Self

8/10

Excellent

10 Apr 2026

stephen

Breakfast was good ,I had a full English, room was clean . Hotel is close to the centre.

Self

4/10

Poor

17 Mar 2026

Clare

There was thick dust on the bathroom door, towels and bedding had black dirt marks on and the carpet hadn’t been hoovered and covered in bits. Walls and skirtings really dirty. This is no way a 4 star hotel.
On the plus side the staff are friendly

8/10

Excellent

12 Mar 2026

David

Clean and tidy room, local to the city centre the only downfall was the lift not working

Business

10/10

Exceptional

09 Mar 2026

Domingo

Nice classic hotel. Plenty restaurants nearby. Enjoyed the stay.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

07 Mar 2026

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.

Friends_and_family Friends

6/10

Pleasant

04 Feb 2026

Mark

Old traditional building and on surface looks ok. Some minor decortiin issues, worn carpet, limited lighting and couldn't get a/c working but that could be user error. Average booking in expirience.

Business

2/10

Poor

11 Jan 2026

Kirsty

Very basic, run down & out dated. Someone else hair in the shower - stains on soft furnishings. No atmosphere. Beautiful building drastically lacking some TLC great location - fine for an overnight stay if visiting for an event, and spending no time in the hotel. Wouldn’t pay more than £40 a night - stay at the nearby premier inn

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

31 Dec 2025

kirk

Friendly, great breakfast and lovely hotel and great location .

Partner

8/10

Excellent

21 Dec 2025

J R

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.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

12 Dec 2025

Michael

Great place to stay for a visit to Derby, great lication and friendly staff.....

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

10 Dec 2025

Lee

Clean room, free parking and friendly staff all for a great price.

Will definitely stay again.

10/10

Exceptional

30 Nov 2025

David

Great small hotel in the centre of Derby. Small but super clean and well decorated room. Room was a little chilly until I found a fan heater under the desk.

Business Self

8/10

Excellent

30 Nov 2025

Lawrence

Peaceful room

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

22 Nov 2025

Aron

Very nice

Friends_and_family Family

4/10

Poor

19 Nov 2025

Gafyn

Room was cold, small plug in heater only. Bathroom heated rail didn’t work

Self

4/10

Poor

16 Nov 2025

Jen

Room damp and bathroom mouldy around the shower. Not nice at all

Partner

4/10

Poor

10 Nov 2025

Elizabeth

Has seen better days. Some areas of room covered in thick dust. Lovely building but rooms are tired.

10/10

Exceptional

05 Nov 2025

Michael

We managed to check in early and get the car parked at the front of the hotel, thanks to the friendly staff. Easy to find, and in a good location, being a short walk from the city centre restaurants and pubs. A quiet location however, with a comfortable, clean room. The entrance hall and staircase are magnificent
Breakfast next day was fine, and excellent value for the price.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

19 Oct 2025

Jennifer

A heritage hotel with interesting history as a bank and courthouse, amazing staircase and overlooked by the cathedral, walk to restaurants in city centre. Quiet location but limited metered on street parking. Cosy rooms, comfortable and good quality beds. Cooked breakfast but would have liked to see fresh juices and fruit as healthy alternatives. Very friendly and welcoming staff. Would definitely stay again.

Leisure Self

6/10

Pleasant

12 Oct 2025

Alexander

We were attracted by the appearance of the property on Expedia and the reasonable price. But when we arrived, after check-in time, the person at the desk disappeared for several minutes to find out if the room was ready. We reached the room and were disappointed. It was tiny, with no space to put a suitcase down except on the bed. Thus it was too small to be a single, never mind a double. The bathroom was clean and pleasant, but there were chipped tiles. More importantly, the safe didn't work, which I reported, but the person at the desk said that nothing could be done as they didn't have the master key. Did this mean it would not work in perpetuity? The lobby area and staircase were very elegant, but a bit dark and exceedingly quiet. Overall, a handsome building, but a very disappointing room.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

18 Sep 2025

Richard

Great hotel

Easy to find managed to park on premises but there are not many parking spaces. Theres plenty of off street parking. Hotel is clean and staff friendly.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

26 Aug 2025

martyn

not bad, ok value

Staff helpful and friendly. Bed was comfortable, room was clean. Could do with a bit of updating but overall decent value for money.

Business Partner

10/10

Exceptional

24 Aug 2025

Jemma

Great hotel

Amazing hotel friendly helpful staff
Lovely and clean bug fluffy towels and a great price

Partner

8/10

Excellent

19 Aug 2025

David

The building has an interesting history because it was the Derby Police station. In contract

10/10

Exceptional

16 Aug 2025

Marie

beautiful historic building right in the centre of the city near the cathedral. clean and pleasant and staff were lovely

Business_and_leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

15 Aug 2025

Verified traveler

Average, tired and in need of repair.

Room tired, air con broken, toilet made a loud humming noise all night.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

10 Aug 2025

Marieclaire

Lovely hotel, perfect location for the town center. Room was clean and extremely well equipped. Staff were all very pleasant and helpful.

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

10 Aug 2025

Paul

This is a classic case of fading grandeur. Firstly, there is very little parking (4 cars) so if you arrive when these are taken you are directed to a secure multi-story carpark. This can be expensive as it charges until 6pm, then there is an overnight charge (£7:50) and a third charge after 8am. Cost me nearly £15. Then the rooms are tiny. Our double room had only 1 chair ... there was no room for a second one! We didn't eat there as there is a Wetherspoons 5 minutes away. One of the staff had very little English. Yes, it has been a grand place but it is now living on its laurels. Better can (easily) be found.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

02 Aug 2025

Dave

👍

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

30 Jul 2025

Lindsay

Great value

Love this little place great value nice rooms good bathroom facilities with big fluffy towels. Nice breakfast made to order and very friendly

Business

8/10

Excellent

29 Jul 2025

Sarah

The hotel was central and close to town centre.All the staff were very polite, courteous, and helpful. I was blown away by having a 'bath' in my standard room. Also, having a 'Key' and not a card entry was a nice touch.
Unfortunately there's was never a dedicated staff atthtb

10/10

Exceptional

27 Jul 2025

Paul

Fabulous stay!

Great hotel and very comfortable. Complimentary bottle water in the room. A costa coffee machine. And a fridge. Beautiful building slap bang in the city centre.

Self

4/10

Poor

26 Jul 2025

helen

Room has no air con. Altho there is a unit in room hotel confirmed they don’t have aircon. Bathroom has no fan so smells from going to loo for a poo stay. Breakfast omelette was dry and filling limited and everything self service except for the cooked breakfast . Water in rooom was nice touch if you buy a drink from bar you have to pay. They didn’t tell me this until I was walking up the stairs to go to my room

Leisure Self

4/10

Poor

17 Jul 2025

Chris

Needs a revamp!

The reception is lovely but that’s where it ended.
The rooms need some re-decoration.
The A/C does not work and was extremely hot.
Both bedside lamps did not work and also one in the bathroom.
Breakfast really was poor- food quality and over cooked eggs, not great when you’re having eggs Benedict and the eggs are hard boiled!

Not really sure this is a four star hotel.

Staff however were friendly and polite!

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

17 Jul 2025

Fiona

Short stay

One night stop. Central location. Friendly staff. Lovley building. Could of done with bar opening a little later than 10pm.
Good for the price.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

13 Jul 2025

Antony

Average stay, friendly staff, decent breakfast

We had an ok stay. We accidentally got sent to a room that wasn’t made up and we were offered a drink while that was sorted out. The room we did get was ok, but the shower was covered in orange and black mould, not just in the corners but the grout throughout. Otherwise the service was great, the staff were really trying hard. Breakfast was great, you got to choose from a menu. It definitely wasn’t a four star experience but not terrible either.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

09 Jul 2025

Kevin

Great location, staff and quiet rooms

Great location, very quiet, really friendly and accommodating staff, thanks for a lovely stay.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

07 Jul 2025

Leeven

Great Derby city centre hotel

Great grade II listed building with stunning lobby and stairwell area. Nicely presented room with all the finishes expected of a 4* hotel. Pleasant staff and a good breakfast offering.
The price was very reasonable and in a great central location

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

06 Jul 2025

Vic

Hotel was fine but nothing special, not sure how it’s got 4*. Hairs in the bathroom and the air con didn’t work, view was also facing out to a wall. Room did have a fridge and a coffee machine and the bathroom’s fairly modern. Rooms could probably do with a revamp.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

05 Jul 2025

Lisa

Lovely stay at this hotel.Very nice staff and nice comfortable stay.Great location for Derby city centre.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

04 Jul 2025

Dillan

Rooms small, no fan or ac, one random light in the room.

Ok to stay for 1 night convenience

Business Self

6/10

Pleasant

29 Jun 2025

Joe

Not a 4 star !!

Could be a lovely hotel. It needs a bit of tlc. We booked a superior double with king size bed, on arrival we asked if there were any upgrades. Which seemingly we were given for free ? When we went to our room it was small and pokey and not very nice at all. Complained at reception and we were then given the room we had booked( before upgrade) this was far more spacious and a better view. The air conditioning wasn't working in the hotel, but we did have a fan supplied, which helped. My wife went for a bath, then we couldn't get the plug out !! Breakfast wasn't to great either. No fruit or pastries. All in all, not a great place to stay. It could be as the close proximity to town is the reason we chose it. But definitely not 4 star. !!

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

26 Jun 2025

Timothy

No A/C. Room very hot!

Leisure Partner