Top Boutique Hotels in Yorkshire Dales (2026)

Stow House is a former vicarage located in the Yorkshire Dales. It has views over Wensleydale and Bishopdale, and over two acres of private grounds. There are seven rooms with attached bathroom, and many benefit from a seating area. Each has a hairdryer, flat-screen TV and tea/coffee making facilities, plus guests can enjoy complimentary Molton Brown toiletries. The spectacular Aysgarth Waterfalls, a series of cascades stretching for over half a mile along the River Ure, are only five minutes’ walk from Stow House. Historic castles, abbeys and stately homes are within easy driving distance.

- "comfortable with friendly, helpful owners and staff" - "We stayed in the room at the top with the badger in the gas mask overlooking the bathtub. Absolutely loved it, beautiful decorated house with touch of eccentric and eclectic. Situated in a beautiful part of the Dale's with a short walk to Aysgarth Falls. Bolton Castle is 3.5ish miles away if you don't mind a longer walk. Host was genuinely friendly and welcoming serving up a delicious breakfast with quality ingredients. Would highly recommend 👌"

Set in Horton in Ribblesdale, 29 mi from Lancaster, Ribblesdale Pods offers a garden and free WiFi. Each unit is fitted with a patio, a fully equipped kitchenette with a microwave, a seating area with a sofa, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with shower and a hairdryer. A fridge, a stovetop and toaster are also featured, as well as a kettle. All of the glamping pods come with hot tubs. A terrace is available on site and both hiking and cycling can be enjoyed within close proximity of Ribblesdale Pods. Kendal is 22 mi from the accommodations, while Skipton is 21 mi away. The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 41 mi from Ribblesdale Pods.

- "Amazing location, right next to Pen y Ghent - we were able to walk there easily from the pod. It was great getting straight back to the hot tub after :) Hot tub is brilliant! So easy to use as well. Pod was really clean. Really nice to have a bathroom in the pod, the shower was lovely too. You can just tell it’s a really well maintained lovely site, that the owners really care about. We’ll definitely be back :)" - "Amazingly clean. Great scenic spot. A complete rest"

Nestled in the hills above Richmond, in the area of Swaledale, Whashton Springs Farmhouse B&B offers en suite accommodations, free WiFi in public areas and a garden. This Georgian farmhouse is set in a 600 acre working and arable farm just 3 miles from Richmond, in North Yorkshire. All the rooms at Whashton Springs Farmhouse B&B feature a flat-screen TV and tea/coffee making facilities. All the private bathrooms come with free toiletries. Most rooms benefit from a private entrance and views to the large garden. A hearty full English breakfast is served every morning, prepared with locally sourced ingredients. Other options include fruit juice, yogurt, fruits, cereals and toast. Yorkshire Dales National Park is found within a 15-minute drive. Richomond Castle is 12 minutes’ drive away. Richmond Golf Club is less than 3 miles from the property.

- "One of the nicest market towns in the North of England easily reached from whashton farm great location and a great host thanks Jane for some amazing breakfasts definitely coming back 😀 😊 😄" - "The property was excellent the host made us welcome and great breakfast would highly recommend" - "Warm welcome. Great breakfast. Family rooms work well. Location was good for all the places we wanted to see. Loved the weathervane, pheasants became our thing!"

The Fleece Hotel Richmond has accommodations in Richmond. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel offers luggage storage space. The property is non-smoking throughout and is located 23 miles from Lightwater Valley Theme Park. The rooms at the hotel come with a TV and a safety deposit box. Rooms have a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. At The Fleece Hotel Richmond all rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels. A Full English/Irish, vegetarian or vegan breakfast is available each morning at the property. Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Richmond, like hiking and cycling. Richmond Castle is a 6-minute walk from The Fleece Hotel Richmond, while Forbidden Corner is 13 miles from the property. The nearest airport is Teesside International Airport, 19 miles from the hotel.

- "Great food Friendly staff Lovely place to stay" - "5 stars is not enough to describe our stay. All of the staff were extremely friendly. The rooms are done up to a very high standard, spotlessly clean. Nothing was too much trouble. The food was exceptional, there were so many choices at breakfast and staff remembered our preferences from the previous morning. We ate in the hotel for dinner, the menu was amazing and the quality of food even better. We could fault absolutely nothing at this hotel, thank you!"

Located in Skipton, 25 miles from Royal Hall Theatre, Old Swan provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. This 3-star hotel offers free WiFi. King George's Hall is 26 miles from the hotel and Victoria Theatre is 26 miles away. At the hotel, all rooms are equipped with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. All guest rooms will provide guests with a closet and a coffee machine. Old Swan offers a continental or Full English/Irish breakfast. The accommodation has a sun terrace. Harrogate International Centre is 25 miles from Old Swan, while Ripley Castle is 26 miles away. The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 24 miles from the hotel.

- "Wonderful room - fabulous facilities, bed and shower. Food - evening meal in the bar and the breakfast (included) were 1st class. Easy parking and lovely beer garden. Reasonable prices. The staff in particular were brilliant. Could not fault it at all. Defintely returning." - "Really relaxed feel. Booked a meal for the evening. Good quality food and great price. Will definitely book a night away at this place again." - "Staff were super friendly and helpful. Decor was cool and the multitude of plugs and usb sockets in the room was AMAZING - seriously everyone should take a leaf out of their book!"

Located 24 miles from King George's Hall, The Tempest Arms offers 4-star accommodations in Skipton and has a terrace, a restaurant and a bar. The property is around 26 miles from Royal Hall Theatre, 26 miles from Harrogate International Centre and 26 miles from Ripley Castle. The property has room service and free WiFi. At the inn, rooms are equipped with a desk and a flat-screen TV. At The Tempest Arms, rooms include a private bathroom with free toiletries and a hairdryer. Victoria Theatre is 27 miles from the accommodation. The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 24 miles from The Tempest Arms.

- "Brilliant location. Lovely rooms and facilities. Staff very helpful and friendly." - "The cakes at reception and the location. Food was also excellent." - "Breakfast very good. Location fine but you had to drive to do things" - "Beautiful hotel, high spec interior and lovely home made food." - "The room was do lovely. Very spacious. Pub is lovely. Still had the wine we loved" - "perfect location for the meetings that I had and I must say the staff couldn't do enough to help and service was excellent."

Located in the village of Low Row, in the Yorkshire Dales, The Punch Bowl Inn offers a traditional restaurant and free private parking. This 17th century coaching inn provides free Wi-Fi in public areas and a guest lounge. The Punch Bowl offers individually designed boutique-style rooms, with spectacular views across Swaledale. The rooms feature a flat-screen TV and a contemporary private bathroom. In the mornings, the inn serves full English breakfast. The Punch Bowl’s restaurant features an open fire and a unique wooden bar. It offers a lunch and evening menu, with dishes prepared using fine local and seasonal produce. Fresh fish is delivered 6 days a week, from Hartlepool. The location is ideal for touring the Yorkshire Dales National Park, with a wide range of walking routes available. The market town of Richmond is a scenic 30-minute drive away and is famed for its Georgian Theater and Richmond Castle.

- "Magnificent location. Very clean. The breakfast was super and the staff were all so friendly. It made it an absolute pleasure." - "Beautiful location for walking" - "There was a good variety at breakfast to choose from. We had eggs and smoked salmon- both were delicious! Dinner was great too. Service at both times was welcoming." - "It's very clean and well kept but relaxed with great food great staff , comfy bed and fantastic power shower."

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. 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 cozy, with colorful 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. Many ancient castles, country houses and UNESCO World Heritage Sites are within a 30-minute drive.

- "We liked the outstanding location overlooking the fells and in walking distance to the small village centre of Burnsall and to walking in Wharfedale. The friendly and professional service from all members of staff was excellent and appreciated." - "Everything" - "The staff were a delight- welcoming, friendly and professional. Our room was small but perfectly formed and super clean with a very comfortable bed. The food was excellent and my lactose intolerance was managed discretely."

Set within 30,000 acres of land on the Bolton Abbey Estate, this impressive 4-star country house hotel features an award-winning restaurant, an adult-only spa, a gym and an indoor pool. Skipton is just 5.8 miles away and Harrogate is 16.2 miles away. Each elegant room has a seating area and a flat-screen TV with a DVD player ans satellite channels. All rooms offer different views of The Dales, River Wharfe and Italian Garden, and some rooms feature a luxury bathroom. Located in the very heart of the Yorkshire Dales, The Devonshire Arms Hotel has a luxurious spa featuring a sauna, steam room, swimming pool and whirlpool. A range of treatments and massages are available. Clay pigeon shooting, fly-fishing, and falconry displays are all possible within the Bolton Abbey Estate. The Garden Room Restaurant offers a seasonal menu using the finest local produce. Guests can enjoy the ever-popular afternoon tea, and there is also a lounge bar. The Brasserie offers guests a more modern gastro-menu featuring some of Yorkshire's favorite dishes.

- "There are no words that could possibly describe this wonderful hotel. The staff are simply the nicest, most helpful and can not do enough for you. The food is sublime. The service second to none. Beautiful rooms and grounds it's simply stunning." - "Breakfast was very enjoyable. The room was spotless and bed very comfortable. The dinner was good and the staff were excellent, very helpful in every way." - "The property is beautifully restored, keeping loads of personality. Very comfortable with plenty of different spaces to relax."

Boutique 25 is a stylish accommodations in the North Yorkshire town of Skipton. It has free Wi-Fi throughout, and an elegant cocktail bar in its vaulted cellar, open on the weekends. The individually designed rooms have sleek modern décor, and come with a flat-screen TV and a shower or roll-top bath. Each has a work desk, a hairdryer, and free toiletries. A continental breakfast is included in all rates and is available 7 days a week. Skipton is a charming market town, and it has a well-preserved castle a 5-minute walk from the hotel. A wide range of shops, restaurants and cafes can also be reached in 5 minutes on foot.