24 Best Hotels in Yorkshire, England

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Traditional hotels are limited primarily to major towns and cities; those in the country tend to be guesthouses, inns, bed-and-breakfasts, or pubs with rooms. Many of the better guesthouses are at the edge of town, but some proprietors will pick you up at the main station if you're relying on public transportation—verify before booking. Rooms fill quickly at seaside resorts in July and August, and some places in the moors and dales close in winter. Always call ahead to make sure a hotel is open and has space available.

Ashfield House

$$ | 3 Summers Fold, Grassington, BD23 5AE, England

Three converted 17th-century stone cottages, once the homes of Grassington lead miners, make up this well-run small hotel off the main street. Expect a cheery welcome on arrival, a cozy brick-and-beam sitting room, and a walled garden. Pine furniture features prominently in the cozy, comfortable bedrooms. The homemade breakfast is excellent.

Pros

  • Charming cottages
  • Gorgeous gardens
  • Warm service

Cons

  • Design on the basic side
  • Bathrooms quite small
  • Cramped parking can be tricky
3 Summers Fold, Grassington, BD23 5AE, England
01756-752584
hotel Details
8 rooms
Rate Includes: Free Breakfast

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Broom House

$$ | Broom House La., Whitby, YO21 1XD, England

This two-story stone house sits beneath forested hills in the tiny village of Egton Bridge, about five miles outside Whitby. The warm, comfortable rooms are decorated with impeccable taste, and all have plenty of space and peaceful views, some over the Esk Valley. You can enjoy the garden during the day or walk on nearby trails across the Moors, and in the evening sit by the crackling fire. The fresh breakfasts are delicious. It books up quite quickly.

Pros

  • Gorgeous, peaceful setting
  • Home-like feel
  • Delicious breakfasts

Cons

  • Far from Whitby
  • Need a car to get around
  • Two-night minimum
Broom House La., Whitby, YO21 1XD, England
01947-895279
hotel Details
8 rooms
Rate Includes: Free Breakfast, Closed Nov.–Mar.

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Crown Spa Hotel

$$ | 7–11 The Esplanade, Scarborough, YO11 2AG, England

The centerpiece of the Regency Esplanade, this grand hotel overlooking the South Bay was originally built in the 19th century to accommodate fashionable visitors. Bedrooms are comfortable and contemporary, and some have outstanding sea views. The in-house spa is a bonus. Room-only rates are available and rates drop for some two-night stays.

Pros

  • Friendly staff
  • Excellent sea views
  • Free access to health club

Cons

  • Housekeeping could be better
  • Not all rooms have sea views
  • Full breakfast is extra
7–11 The Esplanade, Scarborough, YO11 2AG, England
01723-357400
hotel Details
120 rooms
Rate Includes: Free Breakfast

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Dairy Guest House

$$ | 3 Scarcroft Rd., York, YO23 1ND, England

This former dairy in a Victorian town house near the city walls retains atmospheric original features like stained or etched glass, period fireplaces, and ornate plaster cornices. The pastel-walled bedrooms are a bit plain but stylish and filled with books and games. The flower-filled internal courtyard is lovely.

Pros

  • Central location
  • Clean, comfortable rooms
  • Good breakfast

Cons

  • Small bathrooms
  • Two-night minimum stay
  • Late check-ins difficult
3 Scarcroft Rd., York, YO23 1ND, England
01904-639367
hotel Details
6 rooms
Rate Includes: Free Breakfast

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Dakota Hotel Leeds

$$ | 8 Russell St., Leeds, LS51 5RN, England

This sleek boutique hotel from the founder of the Malmaison group puts the emphasis on contemporary minimalist comfort, with soundproofed, media-and-amenity-stuffed rooms in subdued grays and taupes. The in-house brasserie-style grill restaurant is a local favorite, the ground floor bar has a Champagne room, and there's also a private rooftop terrace Residents' Bar for hotel guests.

Pros

  • Very helpful service
  • Central location
  • Good attention to detail

Cons

  • Rooms on the small side
  • Boring views
  • Parking tricky and expensive
8 Russell St., Leeds, LS51 5RN, England
0133-322–6261
hotel Details
88 rooms
Rate Includes: No Meals

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Devonshire Arms Country House Hotel & Spa

$$$ | Bolton Abbey, Skipton, BD23 6AJ, England

Originally a 17th-century coaching inn, this luxurious country-house hotel near the River Wharfe is an easy walk from Bolton Abbey. A modern wing has guest rooms in a contemporary style, while rooms in the original main house are more traditional. These are tastefully decorated with antiques, four-poster beds, perfectly chosen textiles, and memorabilia from Chatsworth House, the Derbyshire seat of the Duke of Devonshire, who owns the hotel. The elegant Burlington restaurant has earned numerous awards; its eight-course tasting menu uses game, fish, and produce from the estate, while the less formal brasserie serves more moderately priced fare. There's also a lovely spa with an indoor swimming pool in a 17th-century barn and treatments in individual spa areas.

Pros

  • One of the region's best hotels
  • Real country-house atmosphere
  • Beautiful surroundings

Cons

  • You pay for all that charm
  • Some rooms dated
  • Service level varies
Bolton Abbey, Skipton, BD23 6AJ, England
01756-718100
hotel Details
40 rooms
Rate Includes: Free Breakfast

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Dunsley Hall Country House Hotel

$ | Dunsley Rd., Dunsley, YO21 3TL, England

Originally a shipping magnate's residence, this Victorian-era country house sits 4 miles west of Whitby on 4 acres of gardens and grounds, with views of the sea in the distance (the beach at Sandsend is a five-minute drive away). Stained-glass windows, hidden staircases, and curios add to the quirky charm while plenty of wood paneling complements rich carpets and leather armchairs. Bedrooms in the family-run hotel are spacious and handsomely decorated, though some are a bit worn.

Pros

  • Lovely gardens
  • Attentive staff
  • Good food

Cons

  • Modern rooms not as charming
  • Dining options are limited
  • Decor is a bit tired
Dunsley Rd., Dunsley, YO21 3TL, England
01947-893437
hotel Details
26 rooms
Rate Includes: Free Breakfast

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Frenchgate Restaurant and Hotel

$$ | 59–61 Frenchgate, DL10 7AE, England

This three-story Georgian town house on a quiet cobbled street has a secluded walled garden for summer days. The bright and welcoming interior is packed with 18th-century period features, such as beamed ceilings and wood paneling in the public rooms, but many of the bathrooms are completely up-to-date, with marble floors, ambient lighting, and free-standing Italian baths. Works by area artists fill the hotel, and the elegant bedrooms are tastefully decorated in restful creams and taupes, some with oak four-poster beds or original fireplaces. Be careful not to confuse this with Frenchgate Guest House, a B&B on the same street.

Pros

  • Lovely gardens
  • Period atmosphere
  • Luxurious bathrooms

Cons

  • Some bedrooms not as nice as others
  • Owner-manager can be a bit cranky
  • Some maintenance issues
59–61 Frenchgate, DL10 7AE, England
01748-822087
hotel Details
9 rooms
Rate Includes: Free Breakfast

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Grantley Hall

$$$ | Ripon, HG4 3ET, England

Part Palladian country house hotel, part lively resort, and part luxury wellness retreat, Grantley Hall is set on 30 acres of parkland, combining grandeur with glitz. Bedrooms are large and traditionally elegant in shades of taupe and aqua and the marble bathrooms have giant showers. There are three restaurants: a fine dining room run by Michelin-starred chef Shaun Rankin that specializes in set price tasting menus; an all-day informal Modern British restaurant with dishes like loin of venison with squash and lemon caramel; and a buzzy cocktail bar that serves pan-Asian food and features a live DJ. For those who want even more nightlife, there's a below-ground art deco-style late-night Champagne bar that has live jazz on weekends. The huge spa has a wide range of specialist massage and beauty treatments, a two-story gym, and even a cryotherapy chamber and altitude training facilities. But the real draw is the 60-foot marble-clad colonnaded swimming pool.

Pros

  • Lovely house and grounds, including a fabulous pool
  • Good food
  • Big, well-decorated rooms

Cons

  • Pricey
  • Some housekeeping issues
  • Loud music in bar not to everyone's taste
Ripon, HG4 3ET, England
01765-620070
hotel Details
47 rooms
Rate Includes: Free Breakfast

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Gray's Court Hotel

$$$ | Chapter House St., York, YO1 7JH, England

Close to York Minster yet with its own half-acre garden, Gray's Court is an oasis of country house peacefulness in the city center and the oldest inhabited house in York. The only privately owned building with direct access to the City Walls, this period gem dates back to 1080 and retains atmospheric features like leaded-glass windows, limestone fireplaces, and a wood-paneled Jacobean Long Gallery. Bathrooms, however, are modern, with walk-in showers. The Bow Restaurant emphasizes local produce, and meals can be taken in the garden.

Pros

  • Peaceful but central location
  • Lovely period decor
  • Access to City Walls

Cons

  • Expensive parking
  • Unexpected service charges
  • Some rooms overlook neighboring building
Chapter House St., York, YO1 7JH, England
01904-612613
hotel Details
11 rooms
Rate Includes: Free Breakfast

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Hotel du Vin

$$ | Prospect Pl., Harrogate, HG1 1LB, England

This boutique hotel may sprawl through eight Georgian houses, but the public rooms, with their stripped-wood floors and clubby leather sofas, combine a contemporary, relaxed atmosphere with period charm. Bedrooms are all spacious and modern, and some have views of the Stray. The bathrooms have deep tubs and powerful showers, and further relaxation is available at the in-house spa. The bar has a serious wine list, and the popular bistro uses locally sourced meats and fish in French-influenced takes on classics like confit duck leg Parisienne salad or roast Normandy chicken in garlic butter. Good value fixed-price deals are offered for both lunch and dinner.

Pros

  • Spacious rooms
  • Wonderful wine list
  • Central location

Cons

  • Some public areas tired
  • Basement rooms can be noisy
  • Breakfast quality uneven
Prospect Pl., Harrogate, HG1 1LB, England
01423-608121
hotel Details
48 rooms
Rate Includes: No Meals

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Hotel du Vin

$$ | 89 The Mount, York, YO24 1AX, England

A converted 19th-century orphanage, the York outpost of this boutique hotel mini-chain has preserved the exposed brick walls and arched doorways of the original building. The spacious, quiet rooms are filled with modern leather furnishings and original artwork. Some are on two levels, with the bathrooms upstairs, while most have claw-foot tubs and showers big enough for two. The in-house restaurant specializes in bistro-style cooking with a British twist. Service is helpful and cheerful.

Pros

  • Makes great use of the space
  • Good-sized rooms
  • Comfortable beds

Cons

  • Some rooms can be damp
  • Low bathroom lighting
  • On outskirts of city
89 The Mount, York, YO24 1AX, England
01904-405260
hotel Details
44 rooms
Rate Includes: Free Breakfast

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Malmaison Leeds

$$ | 1 Swinegate, Leeds, LS1 4AG, England

Once the headquarters of the local tram company, this Edwardian building has been reinvented as a funky hotel and Leeds outpost of the boutique mini-chain. The guest rooms have striking wallpaper and feature crushed velvet textiles in gray and yellow, with some rooms equipped with floor-to-ceiling windows. The intimate, below-ground brasserie serves Modern British gastropub favorites.

Pros

  • Friendly service
  • Good food
  • Comfortable beds

Cons

  • Some rooms on small side
  • Front rooms may get street noise on weekends
  • Quirky decor may not be for everyone
1 Swinegate, Leeds, LS1 4AG, England
0844-426-0047
hotel Details
100 rooms
Rate Includes: Free Breakfast

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Middlethorpe Hall & Spa

$$$ | Bishopthorpe Rd., York, YO23 2GB, England

Aimed at visitors who prize period details like oak-paneled walls, four-poster beds, carved wood bannisters, and window seats, and whose idea of luxury is a bowl of fresh daffodils, this splendidly restored Queen Anne building with mid-18th-century additions feels less like a country-house hotel than an actual country house. Owned by the National Trust, it has perfectly chosen furnishings, textiles, and wallpaper. Plant enthusiasts won't want to miss the series of walled gardens landscaped in keeping with the period, as well as the mature oak, cedar, and sycamore trees dotted around the 20 acres of grounds. Former outbuildings and stables contain more cottage-style rooms. The pretty spa features Aromatherapy Associates treatments. There are two restaurants: the Oak, whose Modern British menu changes seasonally, and the less formal Pineapple, which offers lighter fare like sandwiches and salads.

Pros

  • Period luxury
  • Gorgeous grounds
  • Attentive staff

Cons

  • Poor water pressure
  • Outside city center
  • Might be too formal for some
Bishopthorpe Rd., York, YO23 2GB, England
01904-641241
hotel Details
29 rooms
Rate Includes: Free Breakfast

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Millgate House and Garden

$$ | 3 Millgate, DL10 4JN, England Fodor's Choice

This 18th-century house in the center of Richmond has been beautifully restored and packed with Georgian silver, Persian rugs, and Biedermeier chairs, with a particularly elegant Regency dining room and sitting room. The spacious bedrooms are decorated in soothing neutral colors, with well-chosen art and antiques, and stocked with books and free malt whisky. All have views of the town or the extraordinary gardens, which offer additional views of the waterfalls on the River Swale and have won Royal Horticultural Society awards. The big claw-foot tubs in the bathrooms—some of which have their own fireplaces—invite a relaxing soak after a hike on the Dales. Breakfasts here win raves for their variety and freshness. In addition to the three rooms, there are two self-catering alternatives: a five-bedroom coach house and a garden apartment that sleeps two.

Pros

  • Excellent breakfast
  • Elegant atmosphere with beautiful gardens
  • Professional, generous hosts

Cons

  • Bedrooms don't have locks
  • Focus on antique decor not for everyone
  • Lots of steps and uneven footing in gardens
3 Millgate, DL10 4JN, England
07799-880893
hotel Details
3 rooms, 1 apartment, 1 coach house
Rate Includes: Free Breakfast

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No. 1 York

$$ | 1 Clifton, York, YO30 6AA, England

Built in the early 19th century, this elegant yet comfortable boutique hotel in a Regency townhouse brings a fresh, unfussy take on traditional country house style. The tasteful bedrooms are light and bright, with quirky touches like tea and coffee stations disguised as dollhouses and vinyl turntables (there's a free record lending library). Some have fireplaces and four-poster beds. There are complementary pantries in each hall while the excellent all-day restaurant emphasizes locally sourced ingredients. Dogs are welcome and there's a cozy spa in what was the cellar.

Pros

  • Attention to detail
  • Complimentary pantry
  • Friendly, attentive service

Cons

  • Some rooms small
  • Background music not for everyone
  • No elevator
1 Clifton, York, YO30 6AA, England
01904-644744
hotel Details
39 rooms

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Quebecs

$$ | 9 Quebec St., Leeds, LS1 2HA, England

This independently owned boutique hotel, a favorite with visiting celebrities, is full of elegant Victorian touches, especially the sweeping oak-paneled staircase illuminated by tall stained-glass windows. Upstairs are handsome bedrooms decorated in tasteful shades of taupe, cream, green, or blue with more tall windows. The Porter's Lodge bar serves food throughout the day.

Pros

  • Lovely building
  • Stylish rooms
  • Friendly service

Cons

  • Limited parking
  • Some rooms have drab outlooks
  • Breakfast not included
9 Quebec St., Leeds, LS1 2HA, England
0113-244–8989
hotel Details
51 rooms
Rate Includes: No Meals

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Raven Hall Country House Hotel

$$ | The Avenue, Ravenscar, YO13 0ET, England

Set on 100 acres of landscaped grounds, this Georgian country-house hotel dramatically perched 600 feet above sea level on the North York Moors National Park's Ravenscar headlands has lovely views from most rooms, with the best enjoying outstanding vistas across Robin Hood's Bay. For an even more peaceful retreat with amazing views, stay in one of the eight eco-friendly Finnish lodges. The hotel is known for its old-fashioned charm and good sports facilities, including an indoor swimming pool and on-site 9-hole golf course; the bar marks the traditional finish of the punishing, long-distance Lyke-Wake Walk. Prices go up at the weekend.

Pros

  • Breathtaking coastal views
  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Relaxing atmosphere

Cons

  • Some areas tired
  • Food variable
  • Not much to do if you don't like the outdoors
The Avenue, Ravenscar, YO13 0ET, England
01723-870353
hotel Details
54 rooms, 8 lodges
Rate Includes: Free Breakfast

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Shepherd's Purse

$ | 95 Church St., Whitby, YO22 4DU, England

Located in a former workshop that served the jet jewelry trade, this charming little complex in the cobbled old town consists of shabby-chic guest rooms surrounding a courtyard tucked behind a health food store and a dress boutique. Although small, the rooms have pine furnishings and either four-poster or brass bedsteads, while two rooms have balconies. No breakfast is served, but the owners will point you to the best alternatives nearby. Organic facials are available on the premises.

Pros

  • Quirky, romantic style
  • Comfortable rooms
  • Good location

Cons

  • Some rooms are quite small
  • Two-night minimum
  • Soundproofing could be better
95 Church St., Whitby, YO22 4DU, England
01947-820228
hotel Details
6 rooms
Rate Includes: No Meals

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Swinton Park

$$$ | Swinton Rd., Masham, HG4 4JH, England Fodor's Choice

If you've ever wanted to experience the Downton Abbey lifestyle, head for this luxury hotel situated in a Victorian Gothic castle complete with battlements, a tower, and a turret. The core of the house dates back to the 17th and 18th centuries, with the baronial features added in the 19th century by its current owners, the Cunliffe-Lister family. The plush public rooms epitomize the traditional country-house style, as do the spacious bedrooms, which are named after Yorkshire towns (and come complete with teddy bears). The castle's location on one of the largest private estates in England, 20,000 acres bordering Yorkshire Dales National Park, guarantees seclusion and abundant outdoor pursuits, including falconry. The property has 200 acres of parkland with 63 miles of trails, along with an excellent, modern spa complex, an on-site cooking school, two detached cottages, a 10-room Coach House, and eight luxury yurts in a meadow for "glamping" (camping glamorously). The formal restaurant specializes in seasonal Modern British food—much of it sourced from the estate itself (there's also a less formal, more stripped-down restaurant in the spa.) Masham is 8 miles north of Ripon and 35 miles north of Leeds and York.

Pros

  • Superior spa
  • Spacious bedrooms
  • Beautiful setting with plenty of extras

Cons

  • Restaurant service uneven
  • Not big on heating
  • Some decor tired
Swinton Rd., Masham, HG4 4JH, England
01765-680900
hotel Details
42 rooms
Rate Includes: Free Breakfast

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The Apothecary Guest House

$ | 86 Main St., Haworth, BD22 8DP, England

Built in 1640, this family-run B&B is located at the top of the cobbled main street, opposite the Brontë church. The rooms are comfortable with lots of light, though the brightly colored if simple decor may not be to everyone's taste. Rooms in the back have views of the moors, while those toward the front overlook the main street. An excellent full English breakfast is included (though you have to order by 9 am).

Pros

  • Scenic views
  • Town center location
  • Helpful hosts

Cons

  • Rooms at front may have noise from pub
  • Limited time to order breakfast
  • Decor may be too basic for some
86 Main St., Haworth, BD22 8DP, England
01535-643642
hotel Details
7 rooms
Rate Includes: Free Breakfast

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The Devonshire Fell

$$ | Burnsall, BD23 6BT, England

This more casual sister property of the Devonshire Arms down the road (guests have access to the larger property's spa and hiking trails) boasts outstanding views over a particularly lovely part of the Yorkshire Dales. The design of the guest rooms is fresh and modern, but there is a sense of corners being cut; the complimentary breakfast is fruit salad (no roll or croissant) and orange juice from a carton. The service is very friendly, but somewhat haphazard (you may have to carry your own bags up the stairs) because the small staff oversees both the hotel and the restaurant. The latter serves Modern British dishes like salmon with crab and crayfish arancini, red pepper puree, and samphire as part of two- or three-course set menus at dinner. A lighter à la carte bar menu is available at other times.

Pros

  • Lovely views
  • Excellent location
  • Friendly staff

Cons

  • Food can be uneven
  • Casual service
  • Poor cell phone reception
Burnsall, BD23 6BT, England
01756-729000
hotel Details
16 rooms
Rate Includes: Free Breakfast

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The Grand, York

$$ | Station Rise, York, Y01 6GD, England Fodor's Choice

This handsome, comfortable hotel near the train station—not surprising, considering it was formerly the headquarters of the regional railroad—was built in 1906 and retains many original features, such as solid mahogany doors, beautiful tilework on the stairwells, and art nouveau ironwork. Spacious bedrooms are sleek and contemporary, with king-size beds, good soundproofing, and well-equipped bathrooms with underfloor heating. The excellent Hudsons restaurant serves an inventive take on modern British classics like game pie with red cabbage as part of a tasting menu while the more casual Rise serves tapas-style small plates. There's also a highly proficient spa with a pool. The total effect is luxurious but down-to-earth—a city hotel par excellence.

Pros

  • Beautiful building
  • Spacious rooms
  • Central location

Cons

  • Breakfast expensive
  • Occasional lapses in service
  • Rooms in new wing lack character
Station Rise, York, Y01 6GD, England
01904-380038
hotel Details
207 rooms

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White Horse and Griffin

$ | 87 Church St., Whitby, YO22 4BH, England

A 450-year-old former coaching inn at the base of the church steps, this hotel and restaurant once patronized by Charles Dickens is full of historic character, with open fireplaces, wood paneling, and exposed beams. The bedrooms, some with original fireplaces, offer a combination of traditional charm and modern, uncluttered style. The cozy bistro downstairs serves a Modern British menu.

Pros

  • Comfortable, atmospheric rooms
  • Historic building
  • Friendly service

Cons

  • Street noise in some rooms
  • Steep stairs
  • Parking can be difficult
87 Church St., Whitby, YO22 4BH, England
01947-604857
hotel Details
10 rooms
Rate Includes: Free Breakfast

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