The Black Swan has been providing travellers with a warm welcome and famous hospitality for centuries. Once the main stop off for weary travellers on a stagecoach route linking Leeds to York, The Black Swan dates back to the 15th century. With an Elizabethan building on one end, a Tudor one to the other and a Georgian House in the middle, the Black Swan is wonderfully higgledy-piggledy, with bags of character. With its inviting open fires, cosy armchairs and warm welcome, The Black Swan is just the place to eat, drink, sleep and explore beautiful Helmsley from and attractions including nearby Rievaulx Abbey, Castle Howard, Helmsley Castle and Helmsley Walled Garden. Offering views of either market square or beautiful gardens, these recently refurbished bedrooms have fresh, traditional décor and tea and coffee facilities. All rooms feature a private bathroom, flat-screen TV, desk and free Wi-Fi.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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The Inn Collection Group
Hotel chain/brand
The Inn Collection Group

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Buffet

Free parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 single bed
1 large double bed
or
2 single beds
1 bunk bed
and
1 large double bed
1 double bed
1 sofa bed
and
1 large double bed
or
2 single beds
and
1 sofa bed
1 large double bed
or
2 single beds
1 large double bed
or
2 single beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.9
Facilities
8.4
Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.8
Value for money
8.0
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
7.7
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Wendy
    Australia Australia
    The breakfasts were amazing. We also ate in the restaurant both nights and the meals were delicious.
  • Chris
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Brilliant location in the centre of Helmsley. Stunning pub/hotel with fantastic facilities. Breakfast was gorgeous.
  • Lynne
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Central location, good food and nice bars, lovely garden, clean, friendly staff.
  • Julie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Clean, bed was just like ours at home( very comfortable).First time ever ,staying away from home,we found bed excellent! Pretty situation in lovely location.
  • Nele
    Belgium Belgium
    The Black Swan was a very atmospheric, cosy, lively place to stay one night on transit. And our dog was warmly welcomed as well. We found it lovely to stay in the centre of the beatiful village Helmsley, at the market square, and have the...
  • Susan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Old world charm, central in the square at Helmsley.Large comfortable beds, spacious rooms. Dogs allowed.
  • Mike
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very convenient location for me and very comfortable
  • Charlie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great location, fantastic breakfast, extremely clean and comfortable 👌
  • Gill
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Beautiful room, very comfortable and lovely location
  • Marie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location was ideal for us exploring. Cafes and shops were a pleasant surprise and food was delicious.

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      European
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of The Black Swan - The Inn Collection Group
Great facilities! Review score, 8.4

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Luggage storage
  • Packed lunches
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules
The Black Swan - The Inn Collection Group takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 15:00 to 23:00
Check-out
From 07:30 to 10:30
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Cards accepted at this property
American ExpressVisaMastercardMaestro Cash is not accepted

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Special conditions apply for bookings of 5 or more rooms. When booking more than 5 rooms, our group terms and conditions will be applied - for further details contact us directly.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

FAQs about The Black Swan - The Inn Collection Group

  • Guests staying at The Black Swan - The Inn Collection Group can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.8).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Gluten-free
    • Buffet
    • À la carte

  • The Black Swan - The Inn Collection Group is 250 yards from the centre of Helmsley. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at The Black Swan - The Inn Collection Group is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:30.

  • The Black Swan - The Inn Collection Group has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant #1

  • The Black Swan - The Inn Collection Group offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Room options at The Black Swan - The Inn Collection Group include:

      • Double
      • Single
      • Twin/Double
      • Family

    • The prices at The Black Swan - The Inn Collection Group may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.