Fountains Abbey Road, Bishop Thornton, Harrogate, HG3 3JN, United Kingdom
#23 of 33 B&Bs and inns in Harrogate
Guests' ChoiceBased on 890 hotel reviews
9.0Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.1
Location
9.2
Facilities
9.0
Staff
9.7
Value for money
9.1
Free Wifi
9.2
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End of dialog contentReviewed: September 26, 2025
Sally
United KingdomClean very well presented loved the decor
Loved it !!! Super location it was a stop over on our way to Gretna Green to get married we loved it so much we stayed on our way back.
Stayed in September 2025
Reviewed: September 10, 2025
Shirley
United KingdomEverything was excellent, nothing to dislike . Family run business who can’t do enough for you .
Excellent accommodation. Modern clean with all facilities . Super comfy beds too and a great breakfast choice
Stayed in September 2025
Reviewed: September 10, 2025
Murphy
United KingdomClean
Stayed in September 2025
Reviewed: September 9, 2025
Sarah
United KingdomHaving to go home!
The room was comfortable and well equipped. Quiet location with lots of off road, safe parking which was close to my room around the back of the main property. Had a very friendly greeting upon arrival. Breakfast was delicious and promptly served. Nothing was too much trouble. Had a relaxed atmosphere.
Stayed in September 2025
Reviewed: September 7, 2025
Elisha
United KingdomWelcoming friendly staff, great facilities and bedroom was absolutely spotless clean Breakfast was great Would definitely return x
Stayed in September 2025
Reviewed: September 7, 2025
Anne
United KingdomNothing comes mind.
Excellent value. Very friendly staff. Exceptional carvery. Wonderful location with easy access to many places of interest.would certainly stay again if in the York/Harrogate area
Stayed in September 2025
Reviewed: September 6, 2025
Kate
United KingdomThe building itself isn’t very soundproofed, you can hear the water flushing elsewhere etc but thankfully we had no issues with noise or noisy neighbours etc.
Excellent homemade food. Very efficient service. Very clean room and bathroom.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: September 1, 2025
Georgina
United KingdomPersonally I found the bed and pillows too hard - though my partner did not agree.
Service was excellent as was the evening meal we had. The decor in the room was very good.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: September 1, 2025
Tracy
United KingdomEverything was perfect
Early check in, spotlessly clean, staff extremely polite, food fantastic
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 31, 2025
Michelle
United KingdomLoved everything
Loved the location ,the room ( we had a twin room on the ground floor) , so very easily accessible for those less mobile . The room was lovely , even had a table and 2 chairs outside The staff were great , very friendly , and helpful
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 30, 2025
Frieza
United KingdomAbsolutely nothing we didn't like.
A fantastic family run hotel where nothing was too much trouble for the wonderful hosts. Everything from the room to the service and the food was truly exceptional. We were made to feel so incredibly welcome and couldn't have asked for more.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 26, 2025
Becky
United KingdomThe room was super clean and lovely, the food was delicious and all the staff were absolutely lovely. It’s in a quiet location, so great if you want to be somewhere more chilled but with the benefit of a brilliant, cosy welcoming pub!
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 24, 2025
Whight
United KingdomEverything. Staff,location, value for money, food.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 24, 2025
David
IrelandNothing!
Everything, the accomodation was clean and cosy. The staff were lovely and we're always working hard to accommodate their guests, especially Harry, he's brilliant, all the staff were courteous and helpful. The food was lovely and the area was peaceful.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 24, 2025
Jen
United KingdomExcellent breakfast that was freshly prepared and was very quick. Perfect poached eggs. I wasn't there for dinner but the menu looked good.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 24, 2025
Carly
United KingdomNothing not to like!
Quiet location, good size room and bathrooms, plenty of parking space. We ate dinner in the pub and food was fantastic, staff friendly and helpful. This was our second stay and we will definitely book again. It is easy and not too expensive to get taxis to/from Harrogate but also only a 5/10 minute drive.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: August 23, 2025
Annamaria
United KingdomVery friendly staff, easy check in (just walk up to bar, they will show you to your room). Relaxed pub. Newly furnished room and bathroom.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 22, 2025
Howard
United KingdomThere was nothing to dislike
Good clean room with excellent facilities. Friendly staff who were all extremely helpful. Superb food in the pub/restaurant.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 20, 2025
Callum
United KingdomDinner
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 17, 2025
Valerie
United KingdomDid not like the top sheet then duvet/eiderdown. Constantly fighting against the sheet.
Room was spotless. Bed standard double but very comfortable. Was great to be able to sit outside on veranda. Food and restuarant excellent best steak I have had in years
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 17, 2025
Lorraine
United KingdomThere’s nothing to dislike about the chequers in as everyone goes out their way to make your stay very enjoyable
It’s the third time we’ve stayed here it’s central to most locations. Very friendly , good value for money and situated in the beautiful countryside. The food is very nice as well , evening meals and breakfast are very reasonably priced and well worth the money. We’ve had a lovely weekend away and will definitely be back again.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 10, 2025
Neil
United KingdomNothing at All.
Clean and comfortable room. Table and chairs outside room to enjoy the summer evening. Breakfast Excellent very attentive staff suitable options for all diets . Had dinner both nights quality food good size portions served in a timely manner . Staff very good to take into consideration my diary free dietary request. Good location if visiting Ripon , Knaresborough and Fountains Abbey National Trust Unesco site. Location suited us as we completed Fountains Abbey Parkrun on Saturday morning and it was only 10 minutes drive away :-)
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 8, 2025
Julie
United KingdomThere was nothing I didn't like
Friendly staff, food and location
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 7, 2025
Sarah
United KingdomThis was the second time we stayed at the Chequers Inn, and it did not disappoint. We were welcomed by friendly staff. The rooms are clean and beautifully furnished. The bar and restaurant are lovely, the breakfast we had was exceptional. Thankyou for a fantastic stay.
Stayed in August 2025
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