The Golden Lion at Settle

Hotels
8.9 (1070 reviews)
Duke Street , Settle , gb

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Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Luggage storage
Packed lunches
Non-smoking throughout
Board games/puzzles
Allergy-free room
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Excellent food quality
Cons:
Rude service experiences
Issues with cleanliness in public areas

Categories

Cleanliness
8.18
Mixed sentiments; some issues noted regarding public facilities.
Service
9.15
Overall, staff were friendly and accommodating, though some negative experiences reported.
Location
9.19
Centrally located; praised by multiple reviews.
Room Quality
9.14
Rooms recently revamped and highly valued by guests.
Amenities
9.17
Good amenities, with attention to detail like coffee machines and snacks.
Value for Money
8.13
Some opinions on high prices for certain meals, affecting perceived value.
Food and Beverage
9.18
Food quality and breakfast selection received high praise.
Overall Experience
9.05
Overall stay was enjoyable with minor complaints.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 02:17

Property Description

Historic Charm:
Experience the quaint charm of The Golden Lion at Settle, a 17th-century property with original features, including a stunning Inglenook fireplace in the bar.

Culinary Delights:
Indulge in delicious meals at the large restaurant, offering dishes made from fresh local produce. Pair your meal with a selection of cask ales and unwind in the residents’ lounge or outdoor seating area for al fresco dining.

Explore the Surroundings:
Immerse yourself in the picturesque Yorkshire Dales with scenic walks and visits to charming shops. After a day of exploration, retreat to your en suite room equipped with modern amenities. Book now for a memorable stay at The Golden Lion.

Important information:

When booking more than 5 rooms, 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.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:30 AM

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Internet

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

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 4 years old to 16 years old stay for £30 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.9
Based on 1070 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.18
Service: 9.15
Location: 9.19
Room Quality: 9.14
Amenities: 9.17
Value for Money: 8.13
Food and Beverage: 9.18
Overall Experience: 9.05
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Joseph • family_with_children • gb
7
2026-03-21 • via Nuitee
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Reiner • family_with_children • no
8
Pros:

Cozy rooms, good dinner, lovely town.

2026-03-19 • via Nuitee
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Margaret • couple • gb
10
We had a really enjoyable stay and visit to settle
Pros:

Breakfast delicious. Staff extremely friendly. Close to theatre which we attended night before.

Cons:

There was nothing not to our liking.

2026-03-18 • via Nuitee
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Edward • extended_group • gb
10
2026-03-13 • via Nuitee
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Martin Kellaway • family_with_children • gb
9
2026-03-12 • via Nuitee
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ELAINE • couple • gb
10
Great stay, felt well looked after
Pros:

Lovely hotel, great food & friendly staff.

Cons:

Nothing!

2026-03-11 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • gb
8
2026-03-11 • via Nuitee
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kimbo • extended_group • gb
9
Pros:

everything went , great place to stay

2026-03-09 • via Nuitee
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Dave • family_with_children • gb
8
2026-03-09 • via Nuitee
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Terrie • couple • gb
10
2026-03-07 • via Nuitee
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Damian • couple • gb
10
Lovely place for a short break
Pros:

lovely staff cracking sense of humour one and all
The pace was lovely old well worn but immaculate Food was spot on

2026-03-07 • via Nuitee
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Anita • couple • de
8
2026-03-04 • via Nuitee
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Gould • couple • gb
9
Excellent Location and venue.
Pros:

Excellent hotel and lovely staff and food.

2026-03-03 • via Nuitee
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Darren • family_with_children • gb
9
Perfect. Just whatvwas needed.
Pros:

Location was perfect. Breakfast was well presented. Staff were exceptional.

2026-03-02 • via Nuitee
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Lois • couple • gb
7
Great location, great breakfast, unfortunately no table service for evening meal
Pros:

Beautiful room, location and facilities. All staff super friendly, breaks fast in the morning was great

Cons:

Table booked for the evening, in the bar areas as we have a dog. We weren’t made aware, but as we weren’t sitting in the restaurant the service wasn’t table service and you had to order food and drinks at the bar. For the price that you pay for the food it just wasn’t worth it at all.

2026-03-02 • via Nuitee
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Kate • couple • gb
9
Pros:

It was in a good location for where we needed to be.
The bed was very comfortable.
All bases covered for drinks, with Tea, coffee, hot chocolate.
White Company bathroom products in big bottles which are more eco friendly.

2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
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Nicola • family_with_children • gb
9
Pros:

Lovely pub hotel in a great location. The breakfast was excellent and the staff were very friendly and helpful

Cons:

Rooms are a bit small but beautifully equipped with really nice toiletries and tea/coffee facilities

2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
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John • family_with_children • gb
10
2026-02-28 • via Nuitee
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John • couple • gb
8
Ideal for an overnight stay in this beautiful part of the country
Pros:

Ideal location. Comfy and well-appointed rooms. Excellent breakfast. Friendly and welcoming staff.

Cons:

Shame there is no car park(although there are plenty of car parks in the area). It is a lovely old building but some people might find the stairs and uneven corridors a challenge.

2026-02-27 • via Nuitee
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Charly • couple • gb
9
2026-02-27 • via Nuitee