The Best Castle
Hotels in North Yorkshire

Highly elegant. Outstanding SPA facilities. An exclusive 42-bedroom luxury castle hotel. With 4 Red Stars and 3 Rosettes awarded by the AA for excellent facilities, this is the highest rated hotel in Yorkshire. The castle is surrounded by the family estate in which guests have access to a Bird of Prey Centre, rivers, moorland and beautiful countryside bordering the Yorkshire Dales National Park. Swinton Park is the ancestral home of the Cunliffe-Lister family and is set in 200 acres of parkland, lakes and gardens. The restored Georgian stables have been converted into a state-of-the-art cookery school. The hotel has a civil licence for weddings and 5 function rooms equipped for meetings, conferences and presentations. The Spa and Country Club has a gym, an 18-metre indoor pool and a hydrotherapy pool, steam rooms and a sauna. The spa garden offers an al fresco sauna and shower, as well as a 10-metre outdoor pool with bio-filtered water. The spa has 8 treatment suites and relaxation rooms. It offers many beauty treatments, including manicures and pedicures. us of the facilities is chargable .  Show full description

Delightful property. Gorgeous surroundings. In a stunning part of North Yorkshire, Goldsborough Hall is a stately manor that was once the home of Princess Mary, the great aunt of King Charles III. Although our accommodation is offered on a room only basis, 3 AA Rosette gourmet dining and full Yorkshire breakfast are available at an additional cost. Surrounded by beautiful grounds, with unspoilt views over parkland, the 400-year-old manor is 11 km from Harrogate. Some of the main hall suites have a Jacobean hand-carved four-poster bed, as well as an ivory leather chesterfield sofa, 50-inch plasma-screen TV, an iPod docking station and a private bathroom with a spa bath and a wireless controlled monsoon shower. Goldsborough Hall offers a grand setting that reflects its long and important history. Free WiFi is accessible throughout. Goldsborough Hall is ideal for a relaxed, romantic getaway. The Dining Room is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays. However, our sister property The Bay Horse Inn will be open for food and is only a short walk away. Show full description

Beach front location. Beautiful. Stunning pool facilities. In stunning parkland, close to York, Aldwark Manor Estate is a Victorian manor house that mixes traditional style with modern bedrooms featuring free WiFi. Aldwark Manor is the ideal place to relax after sightseeing in York, Harrogate and the surrounding areas. The lounges have a terrace patio overlooking the gardens and golf course, ideal for a pre-dinner drink. Each room at the property features tea/coffee making facilities, a room service menu and a seating area. The bathrooms feature a walk in shower, and a hairdryer. Our brand new golf course is now open too, having undergone an exciting new refurbishment! Our spa and leisure facilities are now closed and undergoing redevelopment. Our new luxury spa opening in 2026. Featuring a mezzanine indoor/outdoor infinity pool; outdoor relaxation spaces, state of the art treatment rooms, themed relaxation rooms with a thermal suite including Finnish sauna, bio sauna, tepidarium, salt steam room, experience showers. Show full description

Historic. Great value. Popular among couples. Built in 1603, Ruswarp Hall - Whitby is an adult only guesthouse situated in the village of Ruswarp by the River Esk, bordering the North Yorkshire Moors National Park. Just over 1.5 mile from Whitby's town centre and beaches, Whitby can be accessed via a 30 minute riverside walk direct from the property. This 17th century manor hall offering rooms with en-suite facilities, TVs, hot drinks tray and period features. Free onsite parking is a available. A Continental breakfast service at an additional charge, a snug with honesty bar, spacious garden with picnic benches and public area WIFI are also provided at the property. Show full description

Beach front location. Amazing pool. Popular among couples. The 80-acre Raithwaite Sandsend with its landscaped grounds is located in the coastal North Yorkshire countryside and offers an indoor pool, spa, sauna The Restaurant and Bar areas. Certain areas and rooms at Raithwaite Sandsend are Pet Friendly and rooms can be allocated in either The Hide, The Courtyard or The Hall depending on availability and room type reserved. The extensive spa facilities on the Estate include an 11-metre pool, steam room. Only certain rooms can accommodate pets, please check with the Hotel directly for availability. With luxurious bathrobes, spacious beds and an en suite bathroom, all rooms on the Raithwaite Sandsend are individually designed.With stunning views of the landscaped grounds. Local, seasonal produce is used in The Restaurant, specialising in Whitby’s famous fresh produce from both land and sea. A range of indulgent spa treatments are also on offer and can be booked prior to arrival. The local countryside, beaches, and nearby North York Moors all offer fantastic scenic walks. The historic town of Whitby is just 5 minutes’ drive away. Show full description

Charming. Great location. Popular among couples. A luxury bed and breakfast overlooking Richmond Castle, The Castle House serves a glass of wine or tea/coffee to guests on arrival and there is free Wi-Fi throughout. With views of Richmond Market Square, each bedroom is stylish and individually decorated. Darlington is a 20-minute drive from The Castle House and the Yorkshire Dales National Park can be reached in 30 minutes by car. Some rooms have a four-poster bed and all have luxury toiletries and bathrobes. The hospitality tray includes tea/coffee and a selection of biscuits as well as still and sparkling water. At night chocolates are left in small velvet pouches hanging on your door handle. In the morning, guests can enjoy a full English breakfast platter which includes bacon, fried egg, sausages, tomatoes, black pudding, mushrooms, beans and hash browns. All the food is locally sourced and freshly prepared. Guests can park for free near the property. Show full description

Beach front location. Great views. Beautifully situated on the cliff at Ravenscar overlooking Robin Hood's Bay, Raven Hall Hotel is set in the scenic North York Moors. Its 90 acres of grounds include a 9-hole, cliff-top golf course. It is a gateway to many coastal and country walks, with an old railway line nearby. Guests can make use of free Wi-Fi, and there is free parking on site. Guests can enjoy fine dining in the Panorama Restaurant, with magnificent views, or relax in front of the log fire. Leisure facilities include an indoor swimming pool, sauna, games room, croquet and tennis courts. All 52 bedrooms provide private en suite bathrooms, including 2 premier rooms for a special occasion. Each has a TV and facilities for making tea and coffee. Raven Hall Country House Hotel has been awarded the Business Tourism Award 2011 in the annual Visit York Tourism Awards, and Whitby Hotel and Restaurant 2010. Show full description

Set in 16 acres on the banks of Pickering Beck, in a beautiful, peaceful location in North Yorkshire, this 18th century farmhouse offers attractive self catering accommodation. Sorry we do not accept pets in our 3 person lodge or in the cottages. We do accept pets in all the other lodges. Just 1.5 miles from the picturesque market town of Pickering, Barker Stakes Farm is a family-run business. Your hosts Steve and Sarah, offer a warm welcome .  Show full description

Close to beach front. Charming. Superb breakfast. With a central location for Staithes, Whitby, Saltburn-by-the-Sea and the Yorkshire Moors, Moonfleet Guest House is set in a renovated Grade II listed manor house in Skinningrove. It offers bed and breakfast accommodation, free WiFi in public areas and free private parking. All the rooms at Moonfleet Guest House feature an en suite bathroom with free toiletries, a flat-screen TV with DVD player and tea/coffee making facilities. Breakfast is served every day, with options including full English, vegetarian and gluten-free. Afternoon tea, packed lunches and evening meals are available on request. The property also has a full bar with darts and pool table. On site laundry facilities are available to guests. This guest house is less than a 5-minute walk from the beach and Cleveland Way trail. Show full description

Great location. Set in the idyllic North York Moors, The Grainary offers accommodation with beautiful countryside views.The farm is set in 40 acres of open countryside in Harwood Dale, and has its own wildlife and numerous scenic walking routes. Each of the 15 colourful, modern rooms in The Grainary include en suite bathrooms, as well as a Freeview TV and a welcome tray with tea, coffee, and biscuits. Harwood Dale Forest which surrounds The Grainary, provides plenty of trails for watching wildlife including birds (night jars) roe deer, badgers, foxes and dragonflies including our woodland board walk to the wet land area which includes the rare Royal Fern. Free parking is available at The Grainary, and the seaside town of Scarborough is 15 minutes’ drive away. Historic Whitby can be reached in 20 minutes by car. Harwood Dale Forest which is 4 miles from The Grainary is popular for watching wildlife including birds, roe deer, badgers, foxes and dragonflies. Show full description

Beautiful. Tennis court. This charming, vine-covered country house offers boutique-style accommodation surrounded by private grounds. Just 30 minutes’ drive from central York, it has its own tennis court. Each room at Burythorpe House is individually designed, with traditional décor. The bedrooms all have a TV, and look out onto the picturesque gardens and surrounding countryside. Guests can dine in the Priory restaurant, which serves creative dishes made from local produce. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the building, and there is ample space for free parking on site. Malton is only a 10-minute drive through the scenic countryside. Show full description

Elegant. Great SPA. Less than 3 miles from Harrogate, this elegant hotel has an award-winning restaurant and a luxury spa. An excellent 18-hole golf course runs through the 19th-century parkland. Modern rooms at Rudding Park overlook the gardens or the chapel, each featuring a flat-screen TV. With sleek tiled bathrooms, some rooms also boast a balcony or private terrace. The Spa at Rudding Park offers an indoor swimming pool, juniper log sauna and bucket shower. Guests can upgrade to access the Roof Top Spa and Garden, which offers an extensive range of thermotherapy and hydrotherapy experiences with views over the mature gardens. The hotel also has a gym and a private cinema. Rudding Park’s golf facilities include a floodlit driving range, 6-hole short course and chipping and putting greens. Guests also have professional coaches at hand. Serving local, seasonal dishes, Clocktower Restaurant’s offers a range of menus and the stylish conservatory offers light meals and coffee. Award winning Horto Restaurant offers a choice of A La Carte Menu or a 6 course Tasting Menu. All wines are served by the glass and the option of wine pairing to accompany the Tasting Menu. - Where dinner is included in a rate it is a £49 per adult food allowance towards dinner in Clocktower or Horto. Show full description

Surrounded by beautiful, quiet parkland and gardens, Hazlewood Castle & Spa is a striking ancient building, thoughtfully restored and tastefully renovated to offer a distinct, different experience. Every elegant and luxurious room at Hazlewood Castle & Spa has its own unique charm and individual character. Hazlewood Castle & Spa also has a chapel, and Vavasour Restaurant hosts its own cooking master classes. The Imagine Spa offers a selected menu of spa packages, alongside treatments such as facials, deluxe manicures and a mud chamber. A number of meeting rooms are also available. Show full description

Elegant. Great location. Popular among couples. Located in the pretty village of Burnsall, The Devonshire Fell Hotel lies on the edge of the Bolton Abbey Estate, nestled among rolling hills, country lanes and dry stone walls. The property has free WiFi and there is free parking. Many ancient castles, country houses and UNESCO World Heritage Sites are within a 30-minute drive. There are 16 bedrooms at the Devonshire Fell, each boasting their own individual character, with many affording breathtaking views of Yorkshire countryside. The reception area and bar is vibrant and cosy, with colourful armchairs where guests can unwind with a drink. Guests can relax in the 2AA Rosettes restaurant and soak up the striking views as they dine on mouth-watering dishes made using locally sourced produce. The local area is a paradise for walkers and their dogs, which can be accommodated at an extra fee. Show full description

Charming. Friendly staff. Featuring free WiFi, The Castle Inn is situated in Spofforth, 6 miles from Harrogate and 3 miles from major Motorway links. Guests can enjoy the on-site and a restaurant and bar. Leeds is 27 km from The Castle Inn, while Harrogate is 9 km away. Free private parking is available. Each room includes a TV, a kettle and a private bathroom. For your comfort, you will also find free toiletries and a hairdryer. The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 21 km from the property. Show full description

Very stylish. Comfortable beds. A boutique Art Nouveau hotel in historic York. Minutes from the heart of the city, overlooking the Knavesmire Strays, lies the Elmbank Hotel, a unique 19th-century mansion with a rich history. Redesigned by Mackintosh contemporary, George Walton, the Elmbank hotel is home to one of the finest and most complete Art Nouveau collections in the UK. Here, impressive stained-glass, beautiful murals, and detailed stencils meld with modern and sophisticated facilities to provide a space of style, comfort, and interest. York’s ancient city walls can be reached in just 10 minutes’ walk, with a further 5 to 10 minutes’ walk taking guests to the historic attractions, including the spectacular York Minster. Alternatively there is a bus stop outside the hotel, and from there a bus in to town takes 3 minutes. York Railway Station is just a 10-minute walk or few minutes by car, and the Elmbank has limited parking. There is also a bus stop near the hotel, with sightseeing tours going in to town. York Racecourse is a few minutes' away. Show full description

Relaxing atmosphere. Camp Kátur Glamping is set in Camp Hill estate, within 250 acres in the beautiful North Yorkshire countryside. It offers tranquil accommodation in private tents, BBQ facilities, and sauna. All the accomodations in Camp Kátur Glamping feature outdoor furniture. Some have a seating area with a fireplace and a bathroom. Some of our accommodations benefit from electricity. Guests can use the communal kitchen and camp fire areas The property is only 1.5 mile from the A1 road. Bedale is 6 miles away, and the historic market city of Ripon is 10 miles away. Show full description

Great restaurant. Nestled in the heart of a 1,400-acre estate, our hotel is where you'll find delicious dining, showcasing our Yorkshire roots, a luxury spa, and beautiful accommodation that boasts stunning views of the Yorkshire Dales. But that's not all. Two Outdoor Infinity Pools 15m Indoor Swimming Pool Private Spa Garden with Baths Relaxation Areas Treatment Rooms including a Couples Treatment Suite Fully Equipped Fitness Suite and Dedicated Studio Spa Dining with Alfresco Area and Outdoor Bar Land Rover Experience If you're seeking a guaranteed thrill ride, then look no further than Land Rover Experience at The Coniston Estate. Fishing on The Coniston Estate Take a step out of the rigours of day to day life and unwind at the waterside of our stunning 24 acre lake. We're also home to one of the UK's best shooting grounds, Land Rover Experience, and a collection of elegant event spaces that are perfect for all manner of celebrations. Dining From delicate dining and hearty home-cooked food favourites to decadent afternoon teas, our dining outlets offer something to suit every taste, but always showcase our Yorkshire roots. The View, is the perfect place to enjoy a true taste of Yorkshire with beautiful views overlooking the lake, whereas Blossom Kitchen offers a coming together of nature and cuisine, with an Asian Flair. And for lighter bites, Macleod’s Bar & Lounge makes for a perfect relaxation snug to unwind. The View The View Restaurant celebrates the very best of our county, from local produce to local landscapes. Surrounded by floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows with stylish decor that pays homage to our heritage; The View is a chic yet relaxed space to admire the oh so spectacular scenery of the Dales and our very own lake. Choose to breathe in the fresh Yorkshire air and enjoy the breath-taking views in our brand new all-year-round alfresco dining area or cosy up next to our centrepiece open fire. Our menu includes contemporary classics you know and love such as, Crispy Duck & Yorkshire Chorizo Salad and Steak Frites, using the incredible produce on our doorstep. A true taste of Yorkshire! Macleod’s Bar & Lounge Macleod's Bar & Lounge is the perfect place to relax and refresh and is open to both residents and non-residents alike. Boasting a well-stocked bar, a mouth-watering menu and, of course, the warm and welcoming atmosphere that The Coniston prides itself on, Cosy up with an afternoon coffee, chill out and cheer on your team watching live sport or indulge with a pre or post-dinner treat and tipple! Blossom Kitchen Proud of its landscape and location, Blossom Kitchen is a coming together of nature, nutrition, culture and cuisine. Making use of the wonderful local produce on our doorstep, fusing outstanding Yorkshire ingredients with an Asian flair, Blossom Kitchen will excite the palette, be nutritionally balanced with, of course, room to indulge! Nàdarra Spa Nàdarra Spa is an award-winning ,exclusive and enviably located spa that offers a selection of indulgent experiences including pampering treatments, soothing spa days, and luxurious spa stays. Meaning 'Nature' in Scottish Gaelic, Nàdarra Spa makes the most of its idyllic location as a place to relax, rejuvenate and reconnect with yourself and nature. Our facilities include: Thermal Suite including Finnish Sauna, Himalayan Sauna, Aromatherapy Steam Room, Indoor Bubble Pool, Infrared Sauna and Ice Fountain. Buckle up in one of our vehicles from our brand new Land Rover and Range Rover fleet and take to the tracks to try out Yorkshire's famously rugged landscape first hand, from grassy hills to rock crawls and even water crossings: all with breath-taking views. Our fantastic track set-up combined with our highly-trained, off-road experts, makes us to perfect choice for driving experiences, family days out, corporate team-building and more! The Coniston Shooting Ground One of the best shooting grounds in the country, The Coniston Shooting Ground was awarded Premier Plus Ground status by the Clay Pigeon Shooting Association. The breath-taking Canadian lodge is home to an open log fire – perfect to warm up next to in the winter months. Whether you are a member or visiting for an experience, you will be made very welcome by Peter and his team. Whether you are an expert angler and know a Hares-Ear from a Hawthorne or a total beginner, we are ready to cater to all your possible needs. Our fantastic range of boats and bank fishing locations make us an ideal choice for a wonderful day out with family or friends. Available 1 April – 31 October. Show full description

Cosy. Friendly staff. Located in Middlesbrough, Brass Castle Country House Accommodation provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking, as well as access to a hot tub. The property features garden views and is 3.3 km from Middlesbrough Cathedral and 16 km from Redcar Racecourse. Helmsley Castle is 39 km away and Locomotion: The National Railway Museum is 46 km from the bed and breakfast. Whitby Abbey is 47 km from Brass Castle Country House Accommodation. At the bed and breakfast, every unit includes a wardrobe. Complete with a private bathroom, the units at the bed and breakfast are equipped with a TV, and selected rooms come with a seating area. There is a coffee shop and bar. You can play billiards at the bed and breakfast. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. The nearest airport is Teesside International Airport, 25 km from the accommodation. Show full description

Great value. The Castle Arms Inn is a traditional country pub with rooms which offers a garden, on-site restaurant and free on-site parking. The Yorkshire Dales National Park can be reached after a 10-minute drive. A flat-screen TV, en-suite bath or shower and tea/coffee making facilities are provided with each room at The Castle Arms. Snape Castle is only a 5-minute walk from the property, and the 18th-century country house of Thorp Perrow Arboretum and Wildlife Park is a 2-minute drive away. Light snacks, main courses and desserts are on offer in the restaurant, with an emphasis on local produce. All meals are freshly prepared and special dietary requirements can be catered for. The Yorkshire Dales offers a wealth of picturesque walking trails, wildlife and cultural heritage. Show full description