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Reviews of The Family Tree

The Family Tree, Derby Road, Whatstandwell, DE4 5HG, United Kingdom

#1 of 3 hotels in Whatstandwell

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 478 B&B reviews

9.4

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.6

  • Comfort

    9.7

  • Location

    9.2

  • Facilities

    9.4

  • Staff

    9.8

  • Value for money

    9.5

  • Free WiFi

    8.7

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  • Reviewed: 11 June 2024

    9.0
    A lovely hotel with a fabulous room
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Check in and breakfast were in the main bar/restaurant which is open to the public. Slight delay in the process

    Gorgeous hotel with a well appointed comfortable room. Breakfast was great, good choice. Some delays over breakfast service as there was only one member of staff. However the quality of the food more than made up for this

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 June 2024

    10
    Derbyshire Stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The ensuite would be difficult to use for people larger than us. As the dining room is very busy, catering for guests, locals and walkers, we noted that breakfast service was good for some that arrived after us. We were slow to be served and did not get as personal service as others were getting, despite our overall friendly nature, so were disappointed.

    The Family Tree is in a beautiful situation. We witness that the owner allows a local ladies' choir to rehearse there for an hour or so on Tuesday evenings, an important and excellent facility for the community. We applaud this. Our bedroom was absolutely fine for our visit and the dining room was excellent. Due to the traffic, we were late to arrive. Our host was fine about this, so all was well.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 June 2024

    8.0
    Nice stay with excellent breakfast before walking a circular route starting along canal
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Extractor fan in bathroom turned off on timer but ran noisily for what seemed ages. Annoying particularly at night.

    Comfortable bedroom and excellent breakfast. In good position for walks along canal

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 June 2024

    9.0
    Ideal for a short comfortable stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The breakfast was high quality with great variety and broad menu.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 June 2024

    10
    Only stayed for one night, would have loved to stay longer.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Great location, very friendly hosts, wonderful breakfast

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 May 2024

    10
    A super stay and will definitely return
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There is nothing to dislike about The Family Tree.

    The location is perfect to visit other areas having lots of beautiful areas close. Breakfast was amazing, plenty of choice and all components being of a very high standard. Superb.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 May 2024

    10
    Amazing stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beautiful area, beds are comfy and room was large and clean. Breakfast was amazing.

    Clean and spacious

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 May 2024

    10
    Great location on the Heritage Trail - easy to get an Uber to Matlock Vath for an evening meal .
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Beautiful building with good quality internal fittings . Staff were very friendly. Breakfast was exceptional

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 May 2024

    9.0
    Extremely comfortable home away from home for the night!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Honey was provided on the side our vegan breakfast which isn't vegan however, as it was on the side in a separate dish there was no problem!

    Wonderful bnb with an extremely comfortable bed and the vegan breakfast options were delicious and varied. We wouldn't hesitate to stay at The Family Tree again if we were in the area!

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 May 2024

    10
    Wonderful breakfast and family run business. Nice rooms.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Looking a bit tired on the outside at the front. Car park sign has died. Carpet in Oak room is quite dirty. Door to oak bathroom sticks to the floor. Door to the room is awkward to lock. The fire exit light 😎

    Good location for the area. Local station and on the A6 The food is brilliant. The family and staff are welcoming and helpful and friendly.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 May 2024

    10
    Such a lovely treat to stay in a beautiful place with a great breakfast!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Lovely location. Beautiful room. Very clean.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 May 2024

    10
    We had a lovely relaxing stay and would recommend the venue
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room was bright and fresh with everything we needed.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 May 2024

    10
    Amazing stay, staff couldn’t do enough to help.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing to dislike

    Lovely kept property, decorated beautifully.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Our host came out specially as we were checking in later than arranged. The room was beautiful and the bed so, so comfy. Breakfast was excellent.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 May 2024

    9.0
    Nice stay, relaxing, welcoming and plenty to see/ do close by
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The restaurant closed at 4pm on Saturday. Judging by how busy the place was when we arrived, the food is good!

    Excellent breakfast. I liked the trey with cereal, fruit, juice etc that you could help yourself to, whilst waiting for your cooked breakfast, it was a unique and very nice touch

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 May 2024

    9.0
    Absolutely Brilliant!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard King Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    As nice as the bathroom/shower is, I would love a room with a bath :)

    Breakfast as always was 10/10! Room was nice and cozy Staff were friendly and efficient

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 April 2024

    8.0
    Perfect stopover with excellent breakfast
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Location, building, garden

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Friendly comfortable hotel excellent breakfast

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 April 2024

    10
    One of the best places we have ever stayed in!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Our stay at The Family Tree was perfect. The bed was so comfortable and the room and the bathroom were spotlessly clean. There were so many lovely touches, like the bubble bath and cotton wool in the bathroom, and the wooden folder of information about the accommodation and local facilities. The staff were pleasant and efficient, a reflection of the good training and treatment they receive from the owners, I'm sure. The breakfast was another highlight. The selection, presentation and quality was one of the best we've ever had. We wouldn't hesitate to recommend it and we intend to go back ourselves.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 April 2024

    9.0
    Enjoyable and relaxing stay. Great to get away from it all
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Standard King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location is on a tricky junction.

    Comfortable rooms. Lovely Courtyard. Amazingly delicious Breakfast. Enjoyable Canal walk behind the Hotel, recommended by Owner

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 April 2024

    10
    Excellent stay for a wedding at shottle hall
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Absolutely lovely place to stay, excellent staff, lovely breakfast and easy check in and out.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Absolutely stunning place! Everything about it was amazing!! Beautiful location, beautiful room/bathroom. The breakfast included was delicious. We really should have booked for longer.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Room a bit small with minimal storage for luggage etc and smelt a little damp.

    Breakfast was excellent Comfy bed Staff very helpful and welcoming

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 April 2024

    10
    Great stay Charlie and is staff where fantastic
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Was a great stay at the Family Tree it was comfy and clean

    Stayed in April 2024

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