The Cow & Calf by Innkeeper's Collection

Hotels
8.7 (1743 reviews)
The Cow and Calf Vintage Inn, Hangingstone Road , Ilkley , gb

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Heating
Family rooms
Garden
Bar
Golf course
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Scenic views
Friendly staff
Cons:
Noisy rooms
High prices for some services

Categories

Cleanliness
8.55
Clean and comfortable as highlighted in various reviews.
Service
9.05
Staff were consistently praised for being friendly and attentive.
Location
9.05
Hotel's location was described as iconic, ideal for accessing local attractions.
Room Quality
8.05
Some reviews mentioned rooms were small or had issues like noise and poor decor.
Amenities
8.55
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Value for Money
8.55
Some pros for food and quality of stay offset by complaints about room rates.
Food and Beverage
9.05
Food generally received positive feedback, especially breakfast and dinner.
Overall Experience
8.75
Overall experiences are positive with many recommending a return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 04:26

Property Description

Scenic Views and Cozy Accommodation
Located next to The Cow and Calf pub, our 19th-century lodge offers picturesque views of Wharfedale. The rooms are elegantly furnished with en suite bathrooms and complimentary toiletries. Enjoy a comfortable stay surrounded by lush carpets and wooden furniture.

Convenient Amenities
Start your day with a hearty meal from our onsite restaurant. While breakfast is not included, you can purchase it daily. Additionally, each room is equipped with tea and coffee making facilities for your convenience.

Explore and Discover
Immerse yourself in the charm of Ilkley by visiting its shops or embarking on the 4-mile prehistory trail of Ilkley Moor. Don't forget to marvel at the iconic Cow and Calf rocks just a stone's throw away from the lodge.

Ready to experience a blend of comfort and natural beauty? Book your stay at The Cow & Calf by Innkeeper's Collection now!

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 1743 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.55
Service: 9.05
Location: 9.05
Room Quality: 8.05
Amenities: 8.55
Value for Money: 8.55
Food and Beverage: 9.05
Overall Experience: 8.75
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Mcilhatton • couple • gb
10
2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
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Nicki • extended_group • gb
8
Pros:

Lovely old pub with room very clean room and bathroom. Food was good. Staff Erving food were very friendly.

Cons:

One of the staff was gruff on arrival

2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
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Edwards • couple • gb
9
2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
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Graham • solo_traveller • gb
9
Well worth a visit.
Pros:

Great location for local walks.

Friendly and attentive staff and well appointed rooms.

2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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John • couple • gb
9
Great staff with a sense of humour
Pros:

Great little hotel and restaurant

Cons:

all good

2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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Catherine • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Very friendly and helpful staff

2026-07-01 • via Nuitee
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Olivier • couple • ch
8
2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
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Carl • solo_traveller • je
9
2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
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john • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Marie • solo_traveller • fr
9
Beautiful area
Pros:

The location is beautiful and quiet, with an excellent restaurant too. There's a nice little walk nearby and a charming downtown area. Great service overall, all the staff were fantastic and welcoming.

Cons:

If you're planning an early morning departure, don't count on having breakfast, or schedule your train for 9am at the earliest, as on weekends breakfast is served from 8am and brought to your table.

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Maggie • family_with_children • gb
10
Stay matched the fabulous location - saw my first barn owl in flight during the evening.
2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • couple • gb
8
2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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Catherine • couple • gb
9
Lovely stay. Fantastic food. Very welcoming staff
Pros:

Excellent location. Close to the places we wanted to visit. Great views

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
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Brian • couple • gb
8
A very pleasant stay in quiet surroundings and, thank God, just quiet music.
Pros:

Breakfast and dinner both nights very enjoyable

Cons:

Not much. Room rather small and clothes on hangers not quite the same as a wardrobe.

2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
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Allan • solo_traveller • gb
8
Excellent setting
Pros:

Food was excellent. Staff very friendly and helpful.

Cons:

TV only had 5 channels. Windows were poor.

2026-06-24 • via Nuitee
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Claire • couple • gb
10
Perfect hotel in a perfect location
Pros:

Beautiful hotel. Friendly staff. Amazing views. Absolutely perfect

Cons:

There was nothing we didn't like. The hotel, the staff, absolutely faultless.

2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Tuija • couple • gb
10
Amazing location, ask for room 1
Pros:

Location and were lucky with the room (1)

2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Luke • solo_traveller • gb
3
We didn’t stay here and I am sorry to say I would not recommend
Pros:

The location perfect for walking and hiking

Cons:

There was no meet and greet, they treated us as if we were buying a drink and not staying with them for a few nights. Did not ask if we required any help with our luggage, we are pensioners. When we got to our room and I moved a pillow on the bed a big spider ran out, this caused us to check the room for other spiders, webs, we noted the room was very dusty in places, the carpet hadn’t been hoovered properly and there was black mould and dirt around the window. They didn’t have a closed in wardrobe or very little space to put clothes away. We did take photos to validate our concerns. We did not stay and asked for a refund. We found alternate accommodation and the next day we were charged for one night.

2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Pamela • extended_group • gb
8
2026-06-22 • via Nuitee