The Wensleydale Hotel

Hotels
8.8 (273 reviews)
Market Place , Middleham , gb

Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

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

Pros:
Friendly staff
Excellent location
Comfortable rooms
Delicious food
Cons:
Slightly hard beds
Some issues with room lighting

Categories

Cleanliness
8.76
Clean and well-maintained rooms as per several reviews.
Service
9.23
Staff were frequently mentioned as friendly and welcoming.
Location
9.27
Multiple reviews highlight a great location near attractions.
Room Quality
8.72
Rooms described as lovely and comfortable, though a bit chilly on arrival.
Amenities
8.25
Basic amenities mentioned, but some complaints about bed comfort.
Value for Money
8.71
Overall good value as per many positive sentiments.
Food and Beverage
8.76
Food quality received high praise across various reviews.
Overall Experience
8.73
General consensus is that guests had a lovely stay.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 08:25

Property Description

Charming Hotel in Middleham

Convenient Location: Located near Lightwater Valley Theme Park, Ripley Castle, and Harrogate International Centre.

Diverse Dining Options: Enjoy British, French, and Italian cuisine at the on-site restaurant with vegetarian, dairy-free, and vegan choices.

Outdoor Activities: Explore the area with cycling and bike hire services available at the 3-star hotel.

Experience comfort and convenience at The Wensleydale Hotel. Book now for a memorable stay!

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Internet

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

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 10 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 11 years old to 17 years old stay for £20 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Adults stay for £30 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    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

8.8
Based on 273 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.76
Service: 9.23
Location: 9.27
Room Quality: 8.72
Amenities: 8.25
Value for Money: 8.71
Food and Beverage: 8.76
Overall Experience: 8.73
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Denise couple gb
10
Pros:

Clean, friendly and location

2026-07-04 via Nuitee
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Dianne solo_traveller gb
9
A lovely, relaxing 2 day break.
Pros:

Hotel in a lovely location. Staff very helpful and friendly. Food locally sourced, delicious and very generous portions. Room clean, towels soft and toiletries provided.

Cons:

Only one little niggle which I spoke to staff about and that was the height of the mirrors meant I had to do my hair and make up standing up - but this is a personal reference.

2026-07-01 via Nuitee
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Anita solo_traveller gb
9
2026-06-30 via Nuitee
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Gillian solo_traveller de
8
A very pleasant stay.
2026-06-24 via Nuitee
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Sue couple gb
10
Pros:

Beautiful

Cons:

All good

2026-06-22 via Nuitee
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Ruth couple gb
8
2026-06-22 via Nuitee
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Chris couple gb
9
Revisited this hotel after staying there 4 years ago. The new owner has made this hotel far more enjoyable in every way.
Pros:

New owner… Updated furniture…. Better menu…. Better pricing

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-20 via Nuitee
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Peter couple gb
8
Quirky overnight stay in great surroundings with oodles of character.
Pros:

Good Breakfast, booked and ordered the night before - good idea.
Comfortable bed, lovely view of Middleham Square.
Curious Bedroom furniture arrangement - the wardrobe in the bathroom!
Altogether, a very comfortable , value for money one night stay.

Cons:

Hotter coffee at breakfast!

2026-06-12 via Nuitee
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SUE extended_group gb
4
Disappointed with the hotel
Pros:

The location the breakfast was nice

Cons:

The bar shut too early we came back one night about 9 pm they were behind the bar but wouldn’t serve us a drink said they were closed not what we expected for the price compared to the hotel we stayed the night before in Beverley

2026-06-11 via Nuitee
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Paul couple gb
7
A few niggles but overall a good place to stay
Pros:

The breakfast was good with reasonable amount of choice. It was well presented and produced to my request i.e. saususage and bacon well done with very good black pudding. The staff were all excellent assisting with luggage and requests in a friendly and helpful way

Cons:

It is an old hotel and as such had a number of foibles not found in modern ones. The worst aspect was the shower having been squeezed in to satisfy the need for en suite facilities. As such the shower cublcle was minute made worse by the positioning of the shower unit, which itself was very good. A poorly fitted toilet seat was also particularly annoying slipping from side to side when you sat on it. Although excellent and well presented I did feel that the evening meals were overpriced.

2026-06-08 via Nuitee
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María Ortiz Seijas couple es
8
2026-06-08 via Nuitee
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Neil couple gb
8
Great location, food and friendly staff can’t do enough for you
Pros:

Lovely building and location

Cons:

Front door locks at 9pm open at 9am have to use fire door

2026-06-07 via Nuitee
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Louise couple gb
7
2026-06-07 via Nuitee
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F couple gb
9
Very welcome break on a long day
Pros:

Small country hotel. Not part of a chain. Welcoming, clean, good food.

2026-06-04 via Nuitee
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DEAN couple gb
9
2026-06-03 via Nuitee
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Michael solo_traveller gb
10
Wonderful stay, wonderful staff and a wonderful hotel.
Pros:

Breakfast was beautiful and the location was great.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-05-31 via Nuitee
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SARAH extended_group gb
10
Exceptional, we will be back!
Pros:

Staff were very welcoming and friendly, breakfast choices were good and thoroughly enjoyable. Cleanliness was spot on and location great! We will be back!

Cons:

Nothing as we were really pleased with everything!

2026-05-31 via Nuitee
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Jane couple gb
8
Really enjoyed our stay at The Wensleydale and would like to go back in the future.
Pros:

Centrally set in a very traditional and ancient Yorkshire village with views of the castle from our room at the front of the hotel. The staff were all very pleasant and professional. The hotel was very clean. The pre ordered breakfasts were freshly prepared with good produce and fresh fruit. Located in a perfect place to explore this beautiful part of Yorkshire.

Cons:

Bathroom was a bit on the small side but that would be down to the limitations converting such an old building. But it was fine for our 1 night stay. Parking took a few drives around the town to find a space but that was no fault at all of the hotel.

2026-05-31 via Nuitee
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Rosa extended_group gb
8
2026-05-27 via Nuitee
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Darryn extended_group gb
8
Quiet and comfortable, with a good breakfast ciabatta
Pros:

Wonderful location, quiet country charm

Cons:

A little quirky in locking down reception and front entrance but not really a dislike just means there’s no night staff to help if you had issue

2026-05-25 via Nuitee