There are some incredible places to stay at Alton Towers - three fabulous hotels, including the CBeebies Land Hotel, alongside the magical lodges and treehouses of the Enchanted Village, and the budget-friendly Stargazing Pods.

But if you would prefer to escape the mayhem for a few hours after your visit, here are some of the top hotels, lodges, cottages and campsites in the area to consider when planning your next trip.

Three Horseshoes Country Inn & Spa

Imported ImageIf a spot of luxury is what you're looking for, The Three Horseshoes Country Inn & Spa, near Leek, is a perfect place to relax after your exertions on the legendary rides and coasters of Alton Towers.

Rest your head in one of the 26 splendid bedrooms, some with four-poster beds and hot tubs overlooking The Roaches, and all with mod cons like Smart TVs, wi-fi and tea and coffee-making facilities.

Refuel in the award-winning country inn, offering modern British dishes, open fires and stunning vistas, and for a real treat, head for The Mill Wheel Spa next door for a rejuvenating pampering.

Prices at The Three Horseshoes Country Inn & Spa start at £85 per room per night, and rooms can be booked directly at https://www.3shoesinn.co.uk/

Lower Micklin Touring Park

Imported ImageThere's a great base for your caravan or motorhome at Lower Micklin Touring Park, just two miles from the thrills of Alton Towers Resort.

Regular winners of the best holiday park in the county at our annual awards, this family-run site boasts 30 pitches, all with electric hook-ups and glorious views of the Staffordshire countryside.

There are heated toilet and shower facilities, play area, football field, and free wi-fi, and dogs are welcome too.

Prices range from £20 to £25 per touring pitch per night - visit http://www.lmtp.co.uk/ for further details and to check availability and book.

Quarry Walk Caravan and Camping Site

The spacious campsite at Quarry Walk ParkIf you're on a tight budget the Quarry Walk Caravan and Camping Site is ideal, as it has a host of options which won't break the bank.

There are 40 camping pitches, ranging from £12 to £20 per pitch per night, as well as five hard-standing and grass pitches for caravans and motorhomes, priced between £19 and £21.50 per pitch per night.

It's home to an abundance of wildlife, plus excellent facilities including electric hook-ups, showers and a large play area. Visit https://quarrywalkpark.co.uk/camping-caravan/ for details. 

Also on site are 10 luxurious pine lodges, each with its own private hot tub. Check out the website for more information.

Beechenhill Farm

Imported ImageEscape from it all at the idyllic Beechenhill Farm, nestling in the hills of the Peak District National Park on the Staffordshire-Derbyshire border.

A short drive away from the theme park mayhem are Beechenhill's three holiday cottages, equipped with cosy wood burners, Swedish style hot tubs and even a wood-fired barrel sauna (additional charges apply).

Slow the pace down after your Alton Towers adventure with a stroll along the Manifold Track, or the River Dove at Dovedale, meet the meerkats, penguins and lemurs at Peak Wildlife Park, and run wild in the open spaces of Chatsworth House.

Prices are available on request at https://www.beechenhill.co.uk/, where you can also check availability and book.

Secret Cloud House Holidays

A hot tub with stunning view at Secret Cloud House HolidaysFor a totally glamorous retreat to go with the adrenaline-pumping action of your theme park visit, there's nowhere better than Secret Cloud House Holidays.

With five luxury yurts, wood-fired hot tubs, sauna, and even a massage treatment room, Secret Cloud offers a wonderful escape from the hustle and bustle, on the edge of the Staffordshire Peak District.

Prices start from £380 for a weekend, and £420 for a midweek stay (three nights). Visit https://www.secretcloudhouseholidays.co.uk/ to check availability and book.

More places to stay near Alton Towers

There are loads more places to stay near Alton Towers in our Accommodation section, such as the spacious apartments of Heywood Hall, the homely welcoming B&B of The Laurels, and the secluded lakeside retreat of Foxtwood Cottages.

Click on the link to find more places to stay near Alton Towers.