Blue Bell Country Inn
About this property
Located in the picturesque village of Arkendale, North Yorkshire, Blue Bell Country Inn offers a restaurant, free WiFi access, free parking and a bar. From the property, Fountains Abbey is a 26-minute drive away and Ripon is 10 miles away. Each room has a TV, an iPod dock and tea and coffee making facilities. Room 3 has a roll top bath and separate shower, while all the other rooms have showers. Shared facilities include the bar area with an outside terrace, a seating area and also a restaurant where breakfast is also served. Using fresh Yorkshire produce, the restaurant serves a great range of dishes including pub classics, light bites and sandwiches. The Blue Bell is 8 miles from the spa town of Harrogate and Knaresborough, the location of Mother Shipman's Cave, is 4 miles away.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Free parking
- Restaurant
- Free Wifi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Bar
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Jeff
United States“The staff was very pleasant and the breakfasts were delicious. The rooms were a good size as well. I will always stay there when in York.” - Gretchen
United Kingdom“our stay was well-planned/thought out by the staff; we enjoyed a designated parking place, great breakfast, comfortable bed, clean room, large bathroom and lovely walk-out balcony, we only wish it had been warmer and that we could have stayed...” - Malcolm United Kingdom“First impressions were amazing, beautiful big country inn with lovely outdoor seating area to enjoy a beer or 2 in the sunshine. Interior furniture and decor continued to impress and was immaculate. Finally our bedroom was large modern and...”
- Iain United Kingdom“Have stayed at the Blue Bell several times and this time was as good as previous visits. Excellent accommodation, good food and pleasant helpful staff. The complimentary drink on arrival was a new pleasant surprise (thanks).”
- Trevor United Kingdom“Very friendly helpful staff. The place was well presented. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.”
- Stephen United Kingdom“Warm and cosy after a long drive, staff helpful with good advice about rooms and area Rooms were large and spacious bathroom clean and warm food was excellent in the evening Breakfast was a bit of a rush for us as we were leaving early but the...”
- Daniel United Kingdom“Very friendly, and very comfortable just what we needed thank you”
- William United Kingdom“Clean, cosy, warm, welcoming, lovely staff, only 20 mins from Harrogate.”
- Ian United Kingdom“Staff very friendly and excellent and very large comfortable bedroom”
- Simon United Kingdom“Fantastic property quality throughout - exceptional service and food was first class”
Hotel area info
Restaurants
- Restaurant #1
- CuisineBritish
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Traditional • Modern
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children not allowed.
Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
The fine print
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.
