The Groves Inn

Hotels
7.9 (725 reviews)
30 Market Place , Knaresborough , gb

Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Heating
Garden
Pets allowed
Bar
Golf course
Darts
Non-smoking throughout
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Comfortable rooms
Cons:
Some cleanliness issues
Minor amenities lacking

Categories

Cleanliness
7.29
Generally clean and tidy rooms, with a few mentions of cleanliness issues.
Service
8.26
Staff were very friendly and helpful throughout.
Location
8.8
Ideal central location with easy access to local attractions.
Room Quality
7.55
Rooms were comfortable but could use some revamping.
Amenities
7.48
Good amenities available, but some aspects like towel hangers lacking.
Value for Money
7.74
Good value considering location and basic amenities.
Food and Beverage
8.29
Good food quality mentioned positively in several reviews.
Overall Experience
7.76
Overall enjoyable stay with minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 16:57

Property Description

Charming Accommodation in Knaresborough

Garden Oasis: Escape the city hustle and unwind in our tranquil garden.

Modern Comforts: Enjoy non-smoking rooms with free WiFi, flat-screen TVs, and plush bedding.

Convenient Location: Explore nearby attractions like Ripley Castle and Roundhay Park.

Book your stay at The Groves Inn for a relaxing getaway near Harrogate International Centre.

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 11 years old stay for free when using an available extra bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Internet

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

Location

Guest Reviews

7.9
Based on 725 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.29
Service: 8.26
Location: 8.8
Room Quality: 7.55
Amenities: 7.48
Value for Money: 7.74
Food and Beverage: 8.29
Overall Experience: 7.76
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Duncan solo_traveller gb
8
Lovely Inn, well appointed, good value.
Pros:

The room was large and comfortable with all necessary amenities. They even supplied a fan for the heatwave which was thoughtful. The rooms were very quiet despite being above a pub. In the fridge there is milk and water and they also give you lovely biscuits and a selection of hot drinks if that's your persuasion.

Breakfast can be purchased with a discount from their sister restaurant down the street.

Cons:

The only quirks are if you are mobility challenged at all this is not the most accessible hotel, rooms are on the top floor up various narrow staircases. Don't bring massive luggage!

Not the hotel's fault but parking in the town is challenging and no matter where you leave your car it will be a bit of a walk to the Inn. Parking is also confusing, chargeable from 8am to 6pm and no overnight parking allowed but residents said that parking and removing your car before 8am was fine, feels at your own risk though.

2026-07-16 via Nuitee
S
Sharon couple au
8
Clean and quiet.
Pros:

Despite being above the pub on a night England was playing a World Cup final, the room is (amazingly) quiet. The meals at the pub were also good and the staff friendly.

Cons:

Stair up to room didn’t bother us but would be a problem for those with limited mobility.
There’s no A/C but a small fan was provided.

2026-07-16 via Nuitee
S
Stephen couple gb
10
Perfect
Pros:

Great location

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-13 via Nuitee
K
Kirstin couple gb
7
Pros:

Central location

2026-07-08 via Nuitee
D
Diane couple gb
8
Comfortable spacious clean
Pros:

The location
Spacious clean room
Huge comfortable bed
Relaxing room

Cons:

Like everything

2026-07-06 via Nuitee
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Ribbands solo_traveller gb
10
2026-07-06 via Nuitee
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Angela couple gb
10
Perfect overnight stay
Pros:

Location was great
Clean spacious room

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-05 via Nuitee
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Gail solo_traveller gb
5
Pros:

Comfortable bed and very quiet.
Small fridge with 2 bottles of water and milk

Cons:

Poor quality finish in the bathroom and lack of attention to detail: cracked mug handle, rusty pop up basin plug; loose sharp bath panel, rusty toilet roll holder, no hooks on the door or wall to hang anything, terrible view of rubbish from bedroom window.

2026-07-02 via Nuitee
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Couzens solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Staff very helpful and friendly, location perfect,room spotlessly clean,also bonus that it's pet friendly , will definitely be going back .

Cons:

Nothing to dislike

2026-07-02 via Nuitee
D
Daniel couple gb
7
2026-06-29 via Nuitee
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Paul couple gb
10
2026-06-29 via Nuitee
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Jeremy couple gb
8
Lovely stay overall sadly spoilt by illiterate imbeciles that don5 know how to behave
Pros:

The land lady was extremely polite and on the ball.
Very fussy about cleanliness an$ good service.
Only to happ6 to communicate and help

Cons:

We stayed 1 night .
Unfortunately WE Spent SEVERAL HOURS UP LISTENING to noisy disrespect imbeciles arguing next door to us.
They should have been thrown out into the street .
Had it be3n my license and pub I would have physically thrown them out regardless

2026-06-28 via Nuitee
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Lisa couple gb
9
2026-06-27 via Nuitee
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alan solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

everything perfect

2026-06-27 via Nuitee
A
alan solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

everything was excellent

2026-06-27 via Nuitee
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edith couple gb
10
Great location, good food, friendly welcoming staff, high level of cleanliness, comfy bed and cracking shower
Pros:

The location was spot on - but what made it was the staff .
Even though we arrived on the hottest day, at the busiest time (lunchtime) we were met by such a friendly barmaid - I think I heard her name was Sonia
Very clean.
Great Shower .
Fan in room and fridge also when it was a real
Heatwave .. great

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-25 via Nuitee
M
Matthew couple gb
9
A great location in a lovely market town with delicious homecooked food on offer.
Pros:

The room was comfortable, clean and spacious. Central location in town, however no noise or other disturbances. Excellent food on offer in the pub below.

2026-06-24 via Nuitee
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paul couple gb
6
2026-06-22 via Nuitee
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Lisa couple gb
10
Excellent stay, staff very helpful
Pros:

Great location, 4 minute walk to train station, parking 5 minute walk away, £2.40 for 24 hours, would recommend

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-13 via Nuitee
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angela solo_traveller gb
10
2026-06-11 via Nuitee