A sua permanência — Studio 3
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A propriedade — Studio 3
Studio 3 is a compact, no-fuss base in Derby city centre. The lobby is small but functional, with a check-in desk that gets you keys quickly. Rooms are clean and modern, suited to budget travellers or business guests who want the basics done well. The real draw is location: you're a five-minute walk from the cathedral and the Derbion shopping centre.
Crónicas de Derby
Derby grew from a Roman fort on the River Derwent into a powerhouse of the Industrial Revolution. Its silk, porcelain and railway engineering left visible marks: the Derby Cathedral tower by James Gibbs, the Silk Mill museum on the Derwent Valley Mills UNESCO site, and the Derby Roundhouse. The city’s modern identity balances manufacturing (Rolls-Royce aero-engines still employ thousands) with a compact cultural scene—the QUAD arts centre and the Derby Theatre punch above their weight.
Melhor época para visitar
Guia completo de Derby →Melhores meses
May, June and September. These months offer the highest chance of mild, dry weather for exploring the Derwent Valley and the Peak District. Crowds are manageable, especially midweek.
Peak / Festival Surge
August is the peak month for Derby, driven by the Darley Park concerts and the Derby Summer Festival. Hotel prices can rise 20–30%. The city also sees spikes during the Rams' home matches at Pride Park (August–May).
Orçamento da temporada
April and October are the best shoulder months. You'll find cheaper rooms and shorter queues at attractions like the Derby Museum. Weather is cooler but still walkable—just bring a jacket.
Tempo e embalagem
Derby's East Midlands climate is notoriously in-between: it can rain on a sunny forecast. Pack a waterproof layer and comfortable walking shoes any time of year; even in June an evening can turn chilly.
Livro City Briefing — Derby
- Derby city centre's Market Hall is closed for a major refurbishment until early 2027; traders have moved to a temporary site on the Morledge. Check their social media for current locations.
- The A61/A38 roundabout near the Cathedral Quarter is undergoing resurfacing from late May until August 2026, causing some traffic delays. Allow extra time if driving into the city.
- The Derby Festé weekend (end of July) brings street theatre and free outdoor performances to Market Place and the Cathedral Green; book accommodation early if you want to attend.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Studio 3, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the top floor (third) at the rear of the building, away from Green Lane. The top floor has fewer footsteps overhead and the rear aspect avoids street traffic noise.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the main entrance (four steps, constant door use) and any room facing Green Lane directly — it's a main road with buses and delivery vehicles.
Best views
Rear-facing rooms on upper floors overlook the car park and residential terraces — not scenic but better than the main road view of traffic and the Derby bus depot area.
Quietest floors
Third floor (top) is quietest; below that, second floor is acceptable. Stick to the rear side of the building.
🔊 Noise notes
Green Lane is a bus route, so expect engine rumble and brake hiss from 6am to 11pm. The lift motor is audible from adjacent rooms (whirring, door chimes). No bar or restaurant on site, so no late-night crowd noise.
Insider tips
1. Park at Derwent Street Car Park (5 min walk, £6.50 weekend flat rate from Sat 12pm to Mon 8am) — cheaper than city centre options. 2. Bring earplugs if you're a light sleeper; ask for a top-floor rear room at booking, not on arrival.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Instalações do hotel — Studio 3
free for all guests, 50 Mbps download; simple login with room number and surname, no time limit
single lift serving all three floors; no stairs-only sections – entrance has four steps up, no ramp
free digital newsstand via PressReader (login at front desk); no physical papers; building is a converted 1960s office block – no heritage quirks
check-in from 14:00; early bag drop from 10:00 (free); late check-out until 11:00 (no charge), after 11:00 £15 per hour
free for day of arrival and departure; no long-term storage
no step-free entry (four steps at main entrance); lift interior 0.9m wide – fits most standard wheelchairs; no accessible bathrooms or grab bars in rooms; no hearing loops
no on-site parking; nearest public car park is Derwent Street Car Park, 5 min walk, £8.50 per 24h (weekday same, weekend £6.50 flat rate from 12:00 Saturday to 08:00 Monday); no EV charging
Taxas, Taxas e Depósitos
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: first night charged at booking; £50 incidental hold on card at check-in
Faith & Dietary nas proximidades
- Church: Trinity Baptist Church (74 m · ~1 min walk)
- Place of worship: Forester Street Spiritualist Church (107 m · ~1 min walk)
- Mosque: Islamic Centre Derby (180 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: Serbian Orthodox Church (200 m · ~3 min walk)
Estilo de vida e recreação local
Saint Peter's Way — 391 m · ~5 min walk
Riverside Gardens — 877 m · ~11 min walk
Regimental Museum of the 9th/12th Royal Lancers (Prince of Wales) — 679 m · ~8 min walk
Derby Theatre — 631 m · ~8 min walk
Tubby Bear's Play Zone — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
5 minutos de rádio essencial
Nearest — 267 m · ~3 min walk
Peak Pharmacy — 153 m · ~2 min walk
Ahmadzai — 256 m · ~3 min walk
Derby Bus Station — 793 m · ~10 min walk
Dinheiro e moeda
Get a travel card →Pound Sterling, GBP
Use bank ATMs for best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at train stations or tourist spots as they give poor rates.
Contactless cards and Apple Pay/Google Pay are widely accepted; cash is rarely needed except for small independent stalls.
No requirement; rounding up the bill or leaving 10% in restaurants is appreciated but not expected; taxis round up to nearest pound; no tip for hotel staff.
Comer, Comprar e Viajar em um Orçamento
Cheap car hire →Filter or espresso from a café or supermarket cafe; roughly £2.50.
Greggs or a supermarket meal deal (sandwich, snack, drink) for about £4.
Pub main course (burger, fish and chips) around £12.
Not a strong street-food area; the Eagle Market has a few budget stalls, but proper cheap eats are café sandwich shops off the main streets.
Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Aldi, Lidl.
Primark and high-street chain stores on St Peter’s Street and in the Derbion shopping centre.
Day bus pass (Arriva or Trentbarton) about £5–6; from East Midlands Airport take the Skylink bus to Derby bus station for about £6.
Pre-book train tickets if arriving from London; eat at pub lunch deals (often £6–8); fill a reusable water bottle at public fountains in the city centre.
É bom saber — Derby
Type G · 230V
safe
$1 ≈ £0.75 · GBP
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Derby, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Studio 3
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 267 m · ~3 min walk — pharmacy · Peak Pharmacy — 153 m · ~2 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Vindo ao redor
Find train tickets →Derby Railway Station → London St Pancras (via East Midlands Railway) or direct to Leeds (Grand Central)
💡 Studio 3 is a 10-minute walk from Derby station: exit north, turn onto Railway Terrace then onto Siddals Road. For London, book advance singles online—same-day walk-up is double. Grand Central to Leeds has no food trolley; bring your own snacks.
East Midlands Airport (or Derby station) → Sunrise Guest House
💡 Pre-book Derby Cars for airport runs; they charge a flat rate. Uber is cheaper for short hops from the station. Avoid flagging down black cabs on Stretton Road—they overcharge.
Stansted Airport (STN) → Grace Guest House, Derby
💡 Pre-book with a local firm like Derby Cars or City Taxis for a fixed price; avoid London Black Cabs at the airport.
Derby city centre stops (e.g., Bus Station or St Peter’s Street) → Studio 3 (closest stop: ‘Western Road’ on route 1 or 2)
💡 Use the Trentbarton app to buy a ‘mango’ day ticket for all city buses. Route 1 runs past the main shopping street; get off at the stop after ‘St Peter’s Church’ when heading west—Studio 3 is a 2-minute walk down Siddals Road. Cash not accepted on most buses except exact change on Arriva.
Derby City Centre (Morledge stop) → Grace Guest House (Kedleston Road stop)
💡 Download the Arriva app for contactless tickets; the route gets packed during uni term times so sit near the front doors.
Derby Bus Station → Derby Guest House (near Uttoxeter New Road stop)
💡 Use the Arriva app for a day pass at £4.50 – covers all city buses.
Derby Bus Station → The Maryland
💡 Routes 1, 1A, or 1C from the bus station to 'The Spot' stop, a 3-minute walk. Tap contactless – cheaper than cash. No direct bus from airport.
Derby Railway Station → Derby City Centre (adjacent to Derby Guest House area)
💡 The station is a 10-minute walk to the guest house; no need for a bus unless you have heavy luggage.
Derby city centre (Bus Station) → Sunrise Guest House (stop: 'Kedleston Road' near Markeaton Street)
💡 Use the 'Arriva Bus' app for real-time tracking. Ask for a day rider if you're making multiple trips—saves cash.
Derby Railway Station → City Centre / The Maryland
💡 Get off at Derby station – it's a 10-minute walk or short taxi to The Maryland. For airport, take the Skylink bus instead; the train doesn't stop at EMA.
East Midlands Airport (EMA) → Derby Guest House
💡 Pre-book with a local firm like Derby Cars to avoid surge pricing at the airport rank.
East Midlands Airport → The Maryland, Derby
💡 Pre-book via Kingsway Cars or DG Cars for a fixed fare around £20–25. Uber is less reliable here; sticks to the city centre.
Sobre Derby
Wikipedia ↗
Derby ( DAR-bee) is a cathedral city and unitary authority area on the River Derwent in Derbyshire, England. Derbyshire is named after Derby, which was its original county town. As a unitary authority, Derby is administratively independent from Derbyshire County Council. The population of Derby is ...
Perguntas frequentes
What are the best rooms at Studio 3?
Request a room on the top floor (third) at the rear of the building, away from Green Lane. The top floor has fewer footsteps overhead and the rear aspect avoids street traffic noise.
Which rooms should I avoid at Studio 3?
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the main entrance (four steps, constant door use) and any room facing Green Lane directly — it's a main road with buses and delivery vehicles.
Is Studio 3 noisy?
Green Lane is a bus route, so expect engine rumble and brake hiss from 6am to 11pm. The lift motor is audible from adjacent rooms (whirring, door chimes). No bar or restaurant on site, so no late-night crowd noise.
Which rooms have the best views at Studio 3?
Rear-facing rooms on upper floors overlook the car park and residential terraces — not scenic but better than the main road view of traffic and the Derby bus depot area.
What are insider tips for staying at Studio 3?
1. Park at Derwent Street Car Park (5 min walk, £6.50 weekend flat rate from Sat 12pm to Mon 8am) — cheaper than city centre options. 2. Bring earplugs if you're a light sleeper; ask for a top-floor rear room at booking, not on arrival.
What time is check-in at Studio 3?
Check-in at Studio 3 is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Studio 3 have Wi-Fi?
free for all guests, 50 Mbps download; simple login with room number and surname, no time limit
Is there a city or tourist tax at Studio 3?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Studio 3?
Greggs or a supermarket meal deal (sandwich, snack, drink) for about £4.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Studio 3?
Day bus pass (Arriva or Trentbarton) about £5–6; from East Midlands Airport take the Skylink bus to Derby bus station for about £6.
When is the best time to visit Derby?
May, June and September. These months offer the highest chance of mild, dry weather for exploring the Derwent Valley and the Peak District. Crowds are manageable, especially midweek.
Principais atrações em Derby
💡 Climb the tower for panoramic city views (£5 adult, £3 child). Check the website for the limited tower opening days. Evensong services (free) offer great acoustic experience.
💡 Climb the tower for £3—the view over the city and down the Derwent Valley is worth the narrow spiral stairs.
💡 Check the basement gallery for the rarely crowded costume collection or the local archaeology finds. Quieter on weekday mornings.
💡 Climb the tower for a good view over the city—it costs about £4, but the main cathedral is free. Check times as it's occasionally closed for services.
💡 Tower tours cost £5 but are worth it for the panorama. Check the website – tours run on selected Saturdays in summer.
💡 The Joseph Wright gallery on the first floor is the highlight – the lighting in the paintings is extraordinary. Allow at least 90 minutes to do it justice.
💡 Check the basement for the often-quiet military history room—small but packed with detail.
💡 Climb the tower for £7 – 189 steps give you cracking views over the city and the Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site.