The 7 Best Hotels in Yorkshire

Here are the 7 Best Hotels in Yorkshire

 

No matter where you go in Yorkshire, you’ll be spoiled for choice on where to stay and what to do. From the quaint medieval city of York, to the bustling urban city of Leeds and the cultural and artistic Sheffield. Each city and area of Yorkshire has its own story to tell, which is why you may struggle to choose where to stay first. We’ve compiled this list of the best hotels in Yorkshire, each one unique.. From grand opulent hotels to smaller boutique hotels, let’s take a look at Yorkshire’s 7 best hotels, and what exactly makes them so great.

1. Grantley Hall, Ripon

This opulent palace-like hotel tucked away in the Yorkshire Dales is the ultimate relaxing and convenient place to temporarily call home. Complete with a spa/pool, fitness centre, around eight different restaurants/bars, and event space, this hotel is perfect for every type of guest. No matter your reason for visiting Yorkshire, this hotel is perfectly equipped to suit your every need, making it feel like a home-away-from-home. Its aesthetic design and decor offers the feeling of elegance, luxury and opulence. You will be treated like royalty from the moment you arrive to the moment you leave. 

2. The Grand, York

Grand in name and in design, The Grand hotel in York has earned its reputation as one of Yorkshire’s best loved hotels. It’s maintained its praise for its helpful staff, luxury experiences and event hosting, prime location and convenience. Enjoy afternoon tea, a sit-down dinner or a few rounds of your favourite tipple, or simply relax at the spa or in the comfort of your spacious yet cosy and modern room. Perfect for all kinds of events, from weddings to business conferences and work parties, The Grand is a versatile and inclusive hotel, which is why you don’t want to miss out on booking a room for a few nights. 

3. Rudding Park, Harrogate 

Set against a backdrop of hundreds of acres of Yorkshire countryside, Rudding Park is a hidden gem that takes luxury and convenience to the highest level. Want to practise your golfing skills? Tee off on one of Rudding Park’s two golf courses. Looking to get pampered or relax by the pool? Indulge in Rudding Park’s onsite spa and enjoy its specialty packages and experiences. Want to watch your favourite film on the big screen? Rudding Park has a private cinema screening experience, as well as plush, comfortable rooms, dining outlets using locally sourced ingredients, and spaces to host weddings, meetings and private events. Rudding Park will leave you overwhelmed with comfort, convenience and choice right from the get go, making it the perfect place to enjoy a luxury break away from the stresses of everyday life. 

4. Feversham Arms Hotel, Helmsley

Committed to providing their guests with the best fine-dining experiences, relaxation and wellness retreats and a luxurious stay, Feversham Arms Hotel is perfect for discerning travellers who want to escape from everyday life. With an exterior that resembles a rustic country cottage, nobody would expect the treasures that are enjoyed within the hotel. We’re talking spa and pool days, culinary masterpieces and delights, a relaxing and welcoming vibe and the most comfortable and inviting rooms/suites you’ve ever stayed in. 

5. Yorebridge Hotel, Yorkshire Dales

The Yorkshire Dales seem to be a popular location for some of the county’s best loved luxury hotels, and this next hotel calls them home. Boutique-style Yorebridge Hotel offers a grand exterior that hosts a lounge with a roaring fire, interiors with oak and dark-wood decor and modern, contemporary rooms that ooze sophistication and quality. Its award-winning fine-dining restaurant showcases the best of Yorkshire produce through its tasting menus and extensive wine list– enjoy a hearty Sunday Lunch or afternoon tea here too. 

Let’s talk about the rooms too, because although there are fewer options than some of the other hotels on our list, the rooms here are perfectly decorated to provide each guest with everything they could possibly ask for, with added luxury extras like private hot tubs available in select rooms. 

6. The Yorkshire Hotel, Harrogate

Representing the finest in Victorian opulence with its exterior design, contrasting with its modern and contemporary interior, The Yorkshire is a majestic manor house that offers a comfortable, convenient and luxury stay in a more than ideal location. Its plush rooms and suites, onsite restaurant and event spaces make it perfect for guests seeking the ultimate holiday experience, with the best of historic and cultural Harrogate right on their doorstep. 

The modern and brightly-lit rooms at this hotel take comfort to the next level, with colourful elements contrasting with clean whites and greys. The onsite restaurant offers the finest locally-sourced and expertly-created dishes for the best dining and drinking experience. 

7. Shibden Mill Inn, Halifax

If you’re seeking a laid-back, intimate and cosy hotel that exudes comfort, quality and sophistication, look no further than Shibden Inn. This guesthouse/B&B style hotel may be small, but it has everything you need. There are colourful and comfortable rooms, expertly and passionately prepared food and drink, a convenient location and a spacious garden area that’s perfect for the warmer months. 

The stars of the show here are the rooms and restaurant. With perfectly-crafted tasting and a la carte menus, a variety of drinks and a cosy yet vibrant atmosphere, the restaurant is celebrated among both guests and locals alike, and the rooms are praised for their all-around comfort and vibrant and tasteful pops of colour.