The Lister Arms

Hotels
9.1 (1904 reviews)
The Lister Arms Malham , Malham , gb

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Heating
Family rooms
Garden
Pets allowed
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Delicious food
Comfortable rooms
Cons:
Parking issues
Dog smell in room upon arrival
Some food prices considered high

Categories

Cleanliness
8.74
Room cleanliness was mentioned, but some issues were noted regarding dog smell upon arrival.
Service
9.71
Staff were frequently described as friendly, welcoming, and attentive.
Location
9.75
The location is praised for its beautiful surroundings and proximity to local sites.
Room Quality
9.2
Generally comfortable and well-equipped rooms were highlighted.
Amenities
8.73
Amenities were not specifically discussed but implied to be adequate.
Value for Money
8.19
Some reviews indicated that certain food prices were perceived as high.
Food and Beverage
9.24
Food quality was positively noted, though some parts were described as pricey.
Overall Experience
9.21
Most reviews indicated an enjoyable overall experience with a high likelihood to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 08:18

Property Description

Stylish Accommodation with Stunning Views
Experience the charm of The Lister Arms with stylish en suite rooms offering picturesque views, some located in a quaint cottage and others in the nearby Lister Barn. Enjoy a hearty Yorkshire breakfast and relax in the residents lounge after a day of exploring.

Delicious Dining Experience
Indulge in a variety of fresh, seasonal dishes at the AA Rosette awarded restaurant in the heart of Malham village. The welcoming atmosphere and outdoor seating area provide the perfect setting to savor your meal.

Explore the Yorkshire Dales
Immerse yourself in the beauty of the Yorkshire Dales National Park with walks along Mastiles Lane and mountain biking adventures. Discover the nearby market towns of Settle and Skipton for a taste of local culture and history.

Book your stay at The Lister Arms for a memorable getaway in the stunning Yorkshire Dales.

Important information:

Please inform the property in advance if you plan to bring your dog.

When booking 6 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements may apply.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

9.1
Based on 1904 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.74
Service: 9.71
Location: 9.75
Room Quality: 9.2
Amenities: 8.73
Value for Money: 8.19
Food and Beverage: 9.24
Overall Experience: 9.21
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Ieva • couple • be
7
Pros:

Food and location

Cons:

The bathroom needs a thorough clean. For a dog-friendly hotel, there should be a fridge available to store dog food. Our room faced the restaurant terrace, so there was little privacy - some plants would improve this.

2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Aina • couple • se
10
2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Chris • solo_traveller • gb
9
Ultimate Country Getaway
Pros:

Comfy bed, dog friendly, superb breakfast, dinner and range of drinks.

2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Camille • solo_traveller • fr
10
Pros:

Tout ! Magnifique suite dans un village pittoresque. Une déco soignée avec beaucoup de goût, la literie était parfaite et la salle de bain très bien aussi. Détails de produits de bain anglais et de bonnes qualité. On a profité d'un délicieux dîner au Lister Arms.

Cons:

Rien.

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Tessa • solo_traveller • gb
9
Perfect Dales stay
Pros:

Perfect location for exploring the Dales, friendly staff and great food

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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WVRBL • family_with_children • be
8
Pros:

Fantastische locatie, lekker eten, fijne atmosfeer, comfortabele bedden, een goeie douche, karaktervol gebouw. Ideaal om even te genieten van de Yorkshire Dales.

Cons:

Het gebouw is een historisch pand waarvan de ramen amper open mogen. Bij zomerhitte is het onmogelijk om de kamer af te koelen tot een comfortabele slaaptemperatuur. Er is geen airconditioning. 95% van de tijd is dit geen probleem maar tijdens een warme zomer kan het problematisch zijn.

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Leo • couple • ie
8
Very happy with our stay, would definitely come again!
Pros:

Food was very good, nice breakfast and dinner menu was top notch.

Cons:

Staff were a bit slow at times, not always the most attentive.

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Reinhard • family_with_children • at
10
Toller Ausgangspunkt für die Erkundung der Yorkshire Dales
Pros:

Reichhaltiges Frühstücksbuffet sowie Frühstück à la carte. Alles sehr gut! Sehr bemühtes und freundliches Personal!!

Cons:

Es gab/gibt nichts auszusetzen

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Carole • family_with_children • gb
9
Very enjoyable stay. Food very good.
Pros:

Good location. Room very clean. Fan provided as weather very hot. Biscuits nice touch.

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Jayne • extended_group • gb
6
Could have been better
Pros:

Breakfast and staff on that team excellent.
Bar service was good, iced water always available. Prices steep though, especially for a bottle of wine.
Management team don’t follow up on issues. Beer garden very shabby. Cigarette ends on wall along with weeds. All tables and chairs needed re varnishing or painting, look extremely shabby.

Cons:

Issue follow up and rectification.
Prices very high and miles to anywhere else.
Beer garden very shabby
Rooms very hot and only had smallish fans
Feels like the place needs a good refresh and bedrooms need redecorating.

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Matanda • couple • gb
9
Highly recommended. Staff friendly yet professional.
Pros:

Fantastic choices

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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John • solo_traveller • gb
7
Not worth the money
Pros:

The location, the room.

Cons:

Waiting on service, breakfast mistakes

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Alexander • solo_traveller • de
9
2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Jayne • extended_group • gb
4
Nice place. Management don’t handle issues well so beware
Pros:

Breakfast was really good, lots of choice. Cooked from scratch. Staff were lovely on the days we were there for breakfast.

Cons:

Booked 2 nights on 2 booking through Booking. Com. Very disappointed to say I was called twice after first night to say I hadn’t checked out and moved my luggage. Even worse the staff made out it was all my fault. No one told us we would need to change rooms after first night even though I made it clear at check in I had 2 bookings for 2 nights. Handled very badly by management. No apology given at any point. Ruined my 2nd day.

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Jody • couple • nl
9
Pros:

Heerlijk eten, vriendelijk personeel

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Angel_Lk • solo_traveller • de
9
Pros:

Hervorragendes Hotel an einem traumhaften Ort. Wir haben die große Wanderung gemacht und sind dann im Biergarten eingekehrt um dort eine Kleinigkeit zu essen. Sowohl das Pub Essen als auch das Abendessen waren sehr gut! Das Frühstück war auch top. Es gab ein Buffet und a la carte frisch zubereitete Eierspeisen etc. Wir hatten als Paar das familienzimmer, es war groß, sauber, wir hatten die Aussicht auf die Terrasse. Nach dem Überwinden einer sehr steilen Treppe, haben wir uns sehr über das schöne Zimmer gefreut. Ausgesprochen freundliches Personal. Wirklich sehr zu empfehlen

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Helen • couple • gb
6
2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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John • couple • gb
10
Beautiful room not worth £240 I’ve stayed at much better rooms for much less however it was a nice room the food at res
Pros:

Close to beautiful walks and views

Cons:

The price of drinks was extortionate and they own the sister pub across the street felt like a monopoly on pricing

2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Ian • couple • gb
9
Wonderful place for a stay on the Yorkshire countryside
Pros:

Lots of character, very clean and excellent location for our needs. The elderly gentleman in charge of the breakfast room was fantastic and the evening meal was really good.

Cons:

Unfortunately with being an old building there was no air con in our room, it wouldn’t stop me going back, I would just go at a cooler time of year. I wouldn’t want them to spoil the integrity of the building just for air con.

2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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Stephen • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Everything. Without doubt one of the nicest places we have stayed. The room was gorgeous, set in a stunning location, the food was first class and the staff were amazing, friendly, so helpful, nothing was too much trouble. We will definitely be going back.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-14 • via Nuitee