The Groves Inn

Hotels
7.9 (740 reviews)
30 Market Place , Knaresborough , GB

Children 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

Location

Guest Reviews

7.9
Based on 740 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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Amelia • couple • gb
9
2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Thomas • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Everything
Location right in the market square
Biscuits and chocolate bars with the tea tray
Fridge in room
Private entrance

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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nicola • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Location was great right in the centre but it wasn’t noisy at all. the room was spacious clean and the bed was extra large and comfortable
The best part was the food served in the pub . Reasonable prices and the best parmo Iv had

Cons:

Nothing I didn’t like

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Janet • couple • gb
7
Relaxing week end
Pros:

Location was perfect, right in the heart of Knaresborough. Kettle provided with tea, coffee & milk in a fridge, nice touch with chocolate biscuits left for you. Extra large bed

Cons:

Old fashioned facilities, the shower needed an upgrade with a power shower, the shower head was tiny with hardly any power, it didn’t even swill my hair right after washing, the cushions on the bed smelt old. We stayed for 2 nights & they didn’t come in the room to check we needed anything replenishing. I didn’t take any shower gel because it said there was some in the room. It was a thimble full for 2 of us for 2 nights so I had to buy some

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Joseph • solo_traveller • gb
10
Groves inn
Pros:

Large comfy bed,spotless room and bathroom

Cons:

View of rear of hotel

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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lafemmen1k1ta • couple • gb
9
Lovely Knaresborough with a lovely welcome
Pros:

Lovely little room at the top of the inn, didnt even get woken up by the beer delivery.

Room is smaller but has everything you need, TV, plenty of lighting, mirrors, hairdryer, plugs in the correct areas, added bonus of chocolate, fresh milk and water.

Great asthetic and colour matching, plenty of cushions. Decent sized bathroom and toiletries, good shower and towels.

Fabulous food and drink downstairs and Sarah is such an asset to to business.

Lovely market square with traditional

Cons:

The outlook onto a cluttered roof slightly spoiled it, although a nkice garden beyond. A squeaky floor in the room which cant be helped too much due to age of the building.

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Eleanor • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Location friendly staff and comfortable room,

Cons:

Quite a lot of stairs to room

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Gary • couple • gb
10
very welcoming and ideal location
Pros:

no breakfast but the meals in the evening outstanding , the staff were very friendly and helpful

Cons:

nothing

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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steven • couple • gb
8
Nice clean accommodation with a great atmosphere.
Pros:

We loved the location disabled parking right outside the food was excellent and Sarah and her staff where lovely friendly and welcoming. We had a great stay and will definitely be back again very enjoyable.

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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jeremy • solo_traveller • es
6
2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Terry • solo_traveller • gb
6
2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Burton • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Stephen • couple • gb
7
Okay for the price
Pros:

Very central

Cons:

Mirrored lighting didn’t work. Not a very nice view

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Barbara • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Andy • couple • gb
9
2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Hilary • couple • gb
8
Affordable, dog-friendly accommodation in the heart of town
Pros:

Great location, comfortable room, and dog friendly.

Cons:

Whilst the location was great, there was a trade off. Our room was located just above the market square which is very busy and noisy early hours on a Wednesday morning with vendors setting up for the market. We hadn’t factored that into our stay and could be easily helped by bringing earplugs. Having the market literally outside our door was lovely.

2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Roger • solo_traveller • gb
10
I was given a warm welcome as was my dog. Would definitely stay here again.
Pros:

Fabulous location. The room was clean and comfortable.

Cons:

N/A

2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Jean • couple • gb
9
Great clean ,comfy accomadation, perfect location, friendly staff .Would definitely recommend
Pros:

Great accomadation. Friendly helpful staff . Room was a good size with large comfy bed. Bathroom had bath /shower. Toiletries provided. Also provided with tea ,coffee, hot chocolate and a fridge in room with bottled water and fresh milk and a treat of a selection of chocolate treats 😋 room was clean and comfortable. Perfect location . We stayed in room 4 We didnt eat in the Inn but the menu and food look great. . Would definitely stay again. 100%.👌

Cons:

There were a couple of small flights of stairs up to room 4 which wasn't a problem for us but just pointing out for anyone who would struggle with the stairs. The lovely lady who checked us in carried our luggage up to our room for us. ☺️

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Judy • couple • gb
9
We love this location. Hotel is very comfortable. We have stayed before and will again.
Pros:

Location is excellent, right in the square. Room was spacious and clean. Very comfortable bed. Dog friendly.

Cons:

No parking

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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graham • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Great location
Good size room
Plenty of tea/ coffee inc chocolate bars

Cons:

The stairs
Next door in and out all through night which interrupted our sleep

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee