We have created a list with the best boutique hotels in North Yorkshire, UK. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Kent Berg & Ada Nyman. Updated February 2024.
Bed and Breakfast.Unique. Great views. Situated in Horton in Ribblesdale, The Rowe House offers a garden and a shared lounge/dining area. Guests can enjoy garden views. At the bed and breakfast, all rooms are equipped with a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV. The Rowe House offers some rooms with mountain views, and all rooms include a private bathroom. A full English breakfast is available each morning at the property. Guests can take part in various activities in the surroundings, including cycling and hiking. Horton in Ribblesdale train station is a 4-minute walk away, and is on the Settle to Carlisle railway line. The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 52 km from The Rowe House.Show full description
Country House.Lively. Relaxing atmosphere. Great views. Situated within North York Moors National Park, Lastingham Grange is a stone-walled property built around a courtyard. Set in 10 acres of mature gardens and fields, it offers free on-site parking and a playground. A private bathroom is provided in each room at Lastingham Grange, as well as a flat-screen TV and tea/coffee making facilities. A full English breakfast is served in the dining room, as well as afternoon tea, lunch and dinner. A wide variety of alcoholic drinks are also available. Both the lounge and dining area look out onto the terrace and rose garden. Hiking, fishing and golf can all be enjoyed within the surrounding area. The Yorkshire coast and historic city centre of York are just under an hour’s drive away.Show full description
In my judgement this could be one of the most lively, relaxing and romantic country houses in North Yorkshire! WOW!
Apartment hotel.Very stylish. Superb interior design.Opened October 2021. Situated in Askrigg, 46 km from Lightwater Valley Theme Park and 8.1 km from Aysgarth Falls, Skeldale House 'All Creatures Great & Small' by Maison Parfaite - Luxury Apartments & Studios in Askrigg, Yorkshire Dales features accommodation with free WiFi in a historic building. The property features quiet street views and is 20 km from Forbidden Corner and 29 km from Richmond Castle. The aparthotel has family rooms. The units come with carpeted floor and feature a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, a dining area, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, and a private bathroom with shower and bathrobes. An oven, a microwave and toaster are also available, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. At the aparthotel, every unit is fitted with bed linen and towels. Brough Castle is 36 km from the aparthotel. The nearest airport is Teesside International Airport, 59 km from Skeldale House 'All Creatures Great & Small' by Maison Parfaite - Luxury Apartments & Studios in Askrigg, Yorkshire Dales.Show full description
Perhaps this is the most well designed and stylish boutique hotel in North Yorkshire.
Bed and Breakfast.Great breakfast. Lovely interior design. Popular among couples. Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, High Tor Guest House offers accommodation in Whitby. Each room includes a TV. You will find a kettle in the room. Extras include free toiletries and a hairdryer. Whitby Abbey is 1.1 km from High Tor Guest House, while Sneaton Castle is 1.5 km away.Show full description
Nice style. Beautiful. Great bar.Opened May 2021. Set within 28 km of York Railway station and 29 km of York Minster, Plum and Partridge Husthwaite offers rooms in York. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel has a terrace and a bar. At the hotel you will find a restaurant serving British, Seafood and Steakhouse cuisine. Flamingo Land Theme Park is 35 km from the hotel and Lightwater Valley Theme Park is 36 km away. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options can also be requested. Ripley Castle is 42 km from Plum and Partridge Husthwaite, while Dalby Forest is 47 km from the property. The nearest airport is Teesside International Airport, 51 km from the accommodation.Show full description
This boutique hotel is spotless and well presented in a contemporary style. It has nicely decorated bedrooms with lovely bedding, and the bathrooms are spotless and modern. A complimentary selection of tea, coffee, water, and biscuits is a nice bonus.
Lively. Stylish. Great bar. Situated in Ripon, 12 km from Ripley Castle, Grantley Hall features accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. Featuring a restaurant, the property also has a bar, as well as an indoor pool and a sauna. The accommodation offers room service and a 24-hour front desk for guests. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a coffee machine, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. The rooms will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle. Grantley Hall offers a continental or Full English/Irish breakfast. The accommodation offers 5-star accommodation with a spa centre. Guests at Grantley Hall will be able to enjoy activities in and around Ripon, like cycling. Lightwater Valley Theme Park is 15 km from the hotel, while Royal Hall Theatre is 17 km from the property. The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 36 km from Grantley Hall.Show full description
Pure luxury, and great attention to detail. The gym and spa facilities are excellent, and the dining is fabulous.
Guest House.Cool. Charming. Comfortable beds. Popular among women. Situated just 300 metres from York Minster, Minster Walk Guest House is a charming 300-year old coaching inn with free WiFi. The individually designed rooms have a flat-screen TVs, Egyptian cotton bed linen, and tea and coffee making facilities. Some rooms have views of York Minster. Each offers en-suite facilities with luxury toiletries. Complementary refreshments and sweet treats are available at all times in the guest lounge. All our room prices include our Minster Walk Breakfast Experience freshly prepared to your order. Whilst enjoying a quiet position, the privately owned property looks onto the city walls and is just 5 minutes' stroll from the Shambles. York Railway Station can be reached within a 10-minute walk.Show full description
Minster Walk Guesthouse is a charming boutique hotel in a prime location. The rooms provide stunning views of the local landmarks. A delicious breakfast and convenient parking are included.
Guest House.Relaxing atmosphere. Good breakfast. Popular among couples. Situated in Harrogate in the North Yorkshire Region, 8 km from Ripley Castle, Cold Cotes Harrogate boasts a terrace and views of the garden. Free private parking is available on site. All rooms have a TV and fridge. Some rooms have a seating area to relax in after a busy day. You will find a kettle in the room. All rooms come with a private bathroom equipped with a bath or shower. For your comfort, you will find bath robes. Cold Cotes Harrogate features free WiFi throughout the property. You will find a shared lounge at the property and wine and local beer is available to purchase. Harrogate Turkish Baths is 8 km from Cold Cotes Harrogate, while Royal Hall Theatre is 8 km from the property. The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford Airport, 15 km from Cold Cotes Harrogate.Show full description
Great location. Cosy rooms. Dating back to the 1750s and overlooking the 11th-century church of St Olafs and the remains of St Mary’s Abbey, Jorvik House has a 24-hour front desk and a bar. Free WiFi is provided throughout the property. All rooms have en-suite facilities with a bath and shower over or walk-in shower. Complimentary toiletries are provided. The rooms feature a flat-screen TV with Freeview, tea/coffee making facilities and Egyptian cotton sheets. A continental breakfast is available in the morning. York Rail Station is 10 minutes’ walk from the Jorvik and York Museum Gardens is just over 5 minutes’ walk away.Show full description
Lovely hotel in a perfectly accessible location in York, with gorgeous rooms and friendly staff. The view from the rooms is stunning, and they’re nicely decorated with a minimalistic Scandinavian design.
Bed and Breakfast.Cool. Lively. Popular among couples. Located in the walled-city of York, The Plough Inn offers a restaurant, a bar, a garden and a terrace. There is also free WiFi access is available to all guests. Each room provides a flat-screen TV and a seating area. There is also an electric kettle. Featuring a shower, private bathrooms also come with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Extras include linen and ironing facilities. All of the rooms benefit from air conditioning. At The Plough Inn there is free parking available to guests. The inn is less than 3 miles from York Railway station, 4 minutes' drive from the University of York and 2 miles from The Shambles. Leeds Bradford International Airport is also just 32 miles away. York Racecourse is a 9-minute journey by car.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Cosy rooms. Popular among couples. Award-winner of Visit York Tourism Awards 2019 and 2017 B&B of the Year, Tower Guest House offers boutique-style accommodation in a grand Victorian town house in York, about 1 mile from York Minster and The Shambles. With free WiFi and free onsite parking, the property is just 11 minutes' drive from York Racecourse. A range of restaurants can be reached in around 20 minutes on foot. The guest house has 8 luxurious en suite rooms with high-quality bedding to help ensure a restful night's sleep. Each also benefits from a flat-screen TV. Some rooms boast a four-poster bed or a super king-size bed. Guests can request to have champagne, chocolates, or flowers placed in the room prior to arrival. There is air-conditioning throughout the property. Full English or continental breakfast are served in the bright breakfast room each morning. York's historic centre is just 20 minutes' walk away. The city's many attractions include York Minster and The Shambles.Show full description
This bed and breakfast is one of the most popular in North Yorkshire among couples!
Historic. Great location. Overlooking the spectacular York Minster, this elegant Georgian residence is set in the heart of the historic city centre, just a short stroll away from medieval streets lined with modern boutiques. Situated in the heart of York’s café quarter, within easy reach of the city’s many attractions, Galtres Lodge provides the perfect base for your stay with Wi-Fi internet, comfortable rooms and delicious brasserie-style meals. The friendly and efficient staff aim to offer you the best personal service in order to ensure a memorable and enjoyable stay. Please note that the lodge is now totally non-smoking. . Show full description
A boutique hotel in the heart of York just a 10-minute walk from York Minster. The building is a Grade II Listed Regency townhouse with sash windows, high ceilings, a sweeping central staircase, and ivy around the door. Inside you’ll find pantries stocked full of treats, great restaurant food throughout the day, drinks from the bar and a spa centred on bespoke therapies. Pearly Cow is a new restaurant at 1, Clifton that is devoted to respecting what thrives nearby – the herds, breeds, crops, and catches that sum up the area’s flavour. There’s 38 bedrooms, including three suites that are dotted around the building’s three floors. Each one has its quirks courtesy of the building’s heritage detailing. The rooms feature a flat-screen Smart TV, tea/coffee making facilities, an iron and hairdryer in the wardrobe. The spa sits down in the arches of the cellar. It’s a cocooning world of bespoke wellbeing experiences. There are five treatment rooms, including a room for two. And a soothing space for post-treatment relaxation. The Marmalade Lounge at No.1 is where the perfect afternoon tea is served. It combines savoury and sweet treats that honour the noble tradition but brings playful flavours together to give it a twist for today. Pearly Cow is there for when something more substantial is needed. The produce of land and sea we source is strictly the best – the wildest. Breakfast is light, hearty, or kick-starting with oysters and spiced-as-you-like bloody Marys. Lunch and dinner feature star ingredients in classics, interpretations, sharing dishes, and divine desserts. And kids have their own Pearly Calves menu. Afternoon tea is afternoon sea – a very fresh take on this timeless treat. And on Sundays, traditional roasts bring a beautiful close to the week A paid private car park is located on site. York Railway Station can be reached in 15 minutes on foot.Show full description
An excellent boutique hotel with lovely quirks. Brilliant location, beautiful property, pleasant staff, and great breakfast. This stylish hotel also has thoughtful touches like the pantry for snacks, a teepee tent, toys, and books for the children.
Holiday Home.Trendy. Lively. Great value. Popular among women. Situated in the centre of York, Hocus Pocus Tiny Hotel features accommodation with free WiFi in a historic building. This recently renovated holiday home is located 400 metres from York Minster and 1.1 km from York Railway station. The accommodation offers full-day security and a housekeeping service for guests. Some units in the holiday home have private entrance and are fitted with desk and wardrobe. At the holiday home, every unit is equipped with a private bathroom. Guests at the holiday home will be able to enjoy activities in and around York, like cycling. Bramham Park is 34 km from Hocus Pocus Tiny Hotel, while Harrogate International Centre is 37 km from the property. The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 48 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Comfortable beds. Great value. 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
Historic property. Romantic. Great views. With views across York’s medieval walls, Grays Court Hotel is a beautiful historic house with leafy gardens, an intimate restaurant and free Wi-Fi. The grand house is situated beside York Minster, and was once home to King James I. The Bow Room Restaurant serves a 6-course tasting menu from Tuesday to Saturday and has been awarded 2 AA rosettes and a place in the Michelin guide 2021. The stylish bedrooms feature fine linens and antique furniture. Rooms also have flat-screen satellite TV, and all offer scenic views of the gardens or York Minster. During the day the property serve drinks from the bar.A full cooked to order breakfast is served each morning. Guests can relax in the pretty gardens, or in the Bow Room with its impressive art collection. The Jacobean Long Gallery with oak paneling, sofas and original paintings is a delightful place to unwind. This country house is steeped in history, and set within the York walls. Grays Court Hotel Hotel is a 5-minute walk from the picturesque Shambles shopping streets. The Theatre Royal and York Museum and Gardens are within a 10-minute stroll.Show full description
Grays Court Hotel is a gorgeous venue with a relaxed, but the very royal ambiance. Beautiful well-maintained gardens, spacious rooms with charming decor, big windows and spacious bathrooms, and, of course, delicious breakfast. Take a note: The Bow Room Restaurant serves a 6-course tasting menu from Tuesday to Saturday and it is definitely worth trying!
Bed and Breakfast.Delightful property. Relaxing atmosphere. Cosy rooms. Popular among women. Situated in Scarborough and only 13 km from Peasholm Park, Gallows Hill features accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking. There is a private entrance at the bed and breakfast for the convenience of those who stay. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a picnic area. At the bed and breakfast, every unit comes with a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. There is a seating and a dining area in all units. All units will provide guests with a outdoor furniture and a coffee machine. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. The Spa Scarborough is 13 km from the bed and breakfast, while Dalby Forest is 18 km from the property. The nearest airport is Teesside International Airport, 85 km from Gallows Hill.Show full description
Perhaps this is the most BEAUTIFUL bed and breakfast in North Yorkshire.
Apartment hotel.Comfortable beds. Great location. Popular among women. These stylish apartments are located on Micklegate and Tanner Row in York. Arranged around a traditional courtyard, they offer contemporary accommodation with free WiFi, 5 minutes’ walk from York Train Station. There are various bars, restaurants and shops within a 5 minutes’ walk from the property and the historic centre is just a 10 minutes’ walk away across the River Ouse. The Lawrance Luxury Serviced Apartments are air conditioned and all come with a cosy lounge area with a sofa and HDTV. The modern kitchens include a washing machine, dishwasher, oven and microwave. The 5-star sister Tanner Row property features individually air-conditioned apartments with glass fixtures and fittings, and luxurious linens. The Lawrance apartments are within a 10 minutes’ walk of York Minster, York Theatre and York Art Gallery, while York Castle is less than half a mile away. Micklegate Bar, a historic 12th century gateway to the city, is 3 minutes’ walk away.Show full description
Inn / Guest House.Historic. Great value. The Boar’s Head, our beautiful traditional Coaching Inn situated at the heart of the Ripley Castle Estate, within easy access of Harrogate. Converted from an original Coaching Inn and furnished with many paintings and antiques from Ripley Castle. With 23 individual bedrooms, a welcoming Bar, Snug and formal Dining Room serving seasonal menus with local produce, in a relaxed atmosphere within luxurious and historic surroundings. A perfect place for couples, families and your four legged friends. There are a limited number of Dog Friendly rooms available. Call us directly before booking to ensure a dog friendly room is available for your desired date. Please note there is a dog charge of £20.00 per dog, per night.Show full description
Guest House.Charming. Hip. 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
I really like this place... I think it is one of the most CHARMING AND COOL guest houses in North Yorkshire. It also has a highly rated breakfast and an amazing hotel bar!
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