Fountains Abbey Road, Bishop Thornton, Harrogate, HG3 3JN, United Kingdom
#34 of 39 B&Bs and Inns in Harrogate
Guests' ChoiceBased on 1025 hotel reviews
8.6Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
8.8
Location
8.9
Facilities
8.7
Staff
9.5
Value for money
9.0
Free WiFi
7.7
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 22 April 2024
Alison
United KingdomThe only thing we felt lacking was a shelf in the bathroom to put toiletries on - we had to leave them on the floor
Room was lovely and spotless Breakfast was good value for money and great food Very friendly and informative staff, who were only too pleased to help
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 22 April 2024
Heather
United KingdomApart from not having a choice plain yogurt at breakfast and the room being too small to have two bedside tables there is nothing not to like about this hotel, if you want a basic, reasonably priced hotel near to various attractions with food available on site this is a good choice.
Set in the countryside with plenty of free parking and a pub and restaurant. The room we stayed in was a small double with a small outside balcony. The room was clean and bright and the shower room looked like it had been refurbished. There was plenty of hot water. Breakfast was cooked to order and there was also a selection of cereals, yogurt and fruit juice. The pub served evening meals, it wasn’t a large menu and was mostly things with chips but the chips appeared to be homemade and the food was well cooked and plentiful. There was a good selection of desserts. All the staff were very helpful and friendly. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 21 April 2024
Jayne
United KingdomWe didn't like having to come home!
This is a family run hotel and pub. The rooms are warm and comfortable. We loved the balcony outside our room The food at breakfast and in the evening was exceptional and the service was fantastic. Nothing was too much trouble at any point with our stay and we are grateful for all the small touches.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 20 April 2024
Sara
United KingdomThe food was amazing and the staff were fabulous, very friendly , rooms were as described & clean
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 16 April 2024
Joan
United KingdomWas happy with everything and felt it was value for money
The evening meal we had was very nice and very reasonable
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 15 April 2024
David
United KingdomPlumbing was a little challenging. Location was excellent for access to Fountains Abbey but the dearth of shops or garages without having to go into Harrogate was also challenging.
Room was very good if a little small. Staff were excellent and helped when I needed a battery for my blood glucose meter. Food was very good.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 15 April 2024
Val
United KingdomChequers Inn was totally fabulous! The location was really convenient and handy having a pub that served food available on the doorstep! The hosts were all fabulous; so friendly and made us feel very welcome. We stayed in the King suite which is beautiful! Breakfast is fabulous! Highly recommended.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 14 April 2024
Andrew
United KingdomNo where to hang clothes in bathroom or to rest toilet bags. Shower could been made safer with shower mat and shelf or basket for toiletries.
Chalet like bedroom
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 14 April 2024
Helen
United KingdomNothing all was good!
Wonderful gem out in the country, beautiful room and excellent food. Staff friendly and welcoming.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 13 April 2024
Kate
United KingdomIt was a bit further away from anywhere than we thought ( but that was our fault for not investigating properly!)
Nice room, clean. Was able to borrow an iron and a board. Friendly staff Husband enjoyed the breakfasts
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 7 April 2024
Rob
United KingdomBeds a little hard for my liking
Food
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 7 April 2024
Sally
United KingdomOnly improvements I would suggest are for a bigger TV, black out blinds at windows as light on verander left on at night. Small fridge.
Lovely warm comfortable room. Great location in between Ripon and Harrogate in beautiful surroundings. Pub on site had good quality reasonably priced food. Staff were welcoming and hard working.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 5 April 2024
Alan
United KingdomNothing to dislike on our stay. Took a long time to get hot water in the shower in the morning.
Room very clean with comfy beds. Staff in bar were friendly and very helpful. Too late to try food, but the menu is priced very reasonable and the food we did see being brought out looked delicious.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 4 April 2024
Breen
United KingdomNothing
Cody, warm - everything you could need and very clean.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 25 March 2024
Roy
United Kingdomeverything was fine.
Easy check in with very pleasant & helpful member of staff.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 18 March 2024
Simon
United KingdomNoisy heating pipes, creaking floorboards from next door occupants, bed a bit too hard.
Great food, friendly staff, secure parking, Yorkshire tea in room.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 16 March 2024
Simon
United KingdomReally clean and friendly, will happily stay again. Food was good. The area was also remarkably quiet despite being beside a road so I slept like a log. Overall great value, comfortable, clean and friendly.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 16 March 2024
Joyce
United KingdomThe shower, was only warm then after a few minutes it was absolutely freezing, as I was covered in shower gel the only thing I could do was to stand under a cold shower to rinse off. Just before I was about to get out it started to get hot? I think the system needs updating.
Great bar, and great food,great place
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 12 March 2024
Caroline
United KingdomIt can be a little noisy as you can hear guests in other rooms.
Really comfy and welcoming, the staff are so friendly and it was exactly what I needed for my stay.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 8 March 2024
Teresa
United KingdomNothing, everything was well presented and clean.
Such a friendly welcoming hotel. Stayed only for one night but will definitely come back. Food is top quality and there’s a good choice.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 3 March 2024
Betts
United KingdomOn the downside, there was no heating in the bathroom. There were no charging points beside the bed. So you could not use tablet or phone near you in bed. The TV was very small and not placed ideally to watch while in bed. It also had a fault on it.
The carvery was fabulous. Meat was tender and the service amazing. The room was spotless. The tea/coffee facilities spot on. Plenty of car parking too Very nice bathroom with complimentary shower and soaps There was a lovely little space outside of the room , where you could take your morning cuppa when the weather improves
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 25 February 2024
Andrew
United KingdomSadly, this modern trend to have no heater in the bathroom leads to a cold bathroom on one of the coldest nights in the year
Everything was wonderful. We had a lovely, very comfortable and warm bedroom. The staff were do friendly and helpful and couldn’t wait to f do enough for us. We had our evening meal as well as breakfast. Both meals were delicious and we made sure that we complimented the chef. Overall, we thought it was a wonderful visit and we look forward to having an opportunity to visit them again in the future.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 23 February 2024
Cdojackson
United KingdomHot water Needs plug sockets near the bed .
Great little find. Food at the pub was unreal. Best steak I have had in ages. Staff were lovely . Comfy bed. Patio. Will return for sure.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 22 February 2024
Steve
United Kingdomhard to fault anything, maybe clearer information on breakfast menu choices.
Clean comfortable accommodation, nice facilities (bathroom) and helpful, friendlyHard to fault anytn staff.
Stayed in February 2024
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