OYO The White Horse, Ripon North Yorkshire

Hotels
7.2 (1092 reviews)
61 North Street , Ripon , GB

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Heating
Garden
Pets allowed
Luggage storage
Fishing
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Location
Friendly staff
Comfortable bed
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Poor service
Lack of amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
6.35
Several reviews mention musty smells and unpleasant bathrooms, indicating poor cleanliness.
Service
7.32
Customer service was mentioned negatively, but some staff were noted as friendly.
Location
8.85
The location received positive feedback for being close to amenities.
Room Quality
6.81
Rooms described as dated with issues such as cold temperatures and poor mattresses.
Amenities
5.84
Complaints about lack of breakfast and parking issues denote low satisfaction.
Value for Money
7.8
Some reviews indicated it was overpriced for the quality received.
Food and Beverage
6.85
Breakfast options were noted as lacking, which negatively affected the experience.
Overall Experience
7.82
Overall sentiment strikes a balance between positives and numerous complaints.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-09 03:00

Property Description

Central Location
Conveniently situated in Ripon, OYO The White Horse, Ripon North Yorkshire is a stone's throw away from popular attractions like Lightwater Valley Theme Park and Ripon Cathedral.

Comfortable Accommodation
Each unit at our hotel is thoughtfully equipped with modern amenities including a TV, kettle, and free WiFi. Guests can relax in rooms featuring a private bathroom with complimentary toiletries.

Nearby Attractions
For those looking to explore, Ripon Racecourse is just 2.4 km away. Additionally, with Leeds Bradford International Airport a short 38 km drive, your journey to us is made simple.

Book your stay at OYO The White Horse, Ripon North Yorkshire now for a memorable experience!

Important information:

When travelling with pets, please note that an extra charge of GBP 10 per pet applies.
Kindly be advised that check-in is available only until 9:00 PM. The property will not be able to accommodate arrivals after this time.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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: LBA

Location

Guest Reviews

7.2
Based on 1092 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.35
Service: 7.32
Location: 8.85
Room Quality: 6.81
Amenities: 5.84
Value for Money: 7.8
Food and Beverage: 6.85
Overall Experience: 7.82
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Natasha • solo_traveller • gb
1
Broken bed, damp, mould, non flushing toilet
Cons:

On entering the room there was a strong smell of damp and damp marks all over the walls. The corner of the shower didn’t seal properly so the bathroom flooded when using it and there was mould above the shower. The toilet barely flushed and had to try multiple times to get it to flush.
The worst part was the bed. 2 of us were staying in the double bed, however the side that I was sleeping on was broken and collapsed. Therefore I had to sleep too to tail with my friend to avoid sinking into the collapsed part of the bad. The fabric around the bottom of the bed was highly stained. We did inform the owner who told us it would be sorted, but apparently not for our stay. He didn’t seem surprised so I would assume that they knew about the problem.
We paid a similar price to stay here as 2 other places on our travels. It wasn’t worth what we paid which upset us the most. We are not picky people, but paying £90 for a broken bed, damp room with mould, leaky shower and none flushing toilet was far too much! Not impressed.

2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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Julie • couple • gb
5
2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Philip • solo_traveller • gb
2
Pros:

Nothing as I'd paid and he was vile and later presumed he was verbally abusive to a girl.

Cons:

Rude mould and no Wi-Fi and when asked a stained iron after three asks

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Sylvia • couple • gb
6
Enjoyed our stay.
Pros:

The room was lovely but outlook a bit bleak.

2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Alan • solo_traveller • gb
1
Pros:

Absolutely nothing, the worst place I have ever been to.

Cons:

The size of the room , the awful smell of urine. The filthy dirty conditioning of everything. Cracked basin, poor water supply at the sink. Broken step on entrance to the room. Dirty kettle. The whole experience was disgusting. Not made to feel welcome on arrival.

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Sebastian Arthur James • solo_traveller • gb
3
2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Janet • solo_traveller • gb
6
Fair with improvement
Pros:

Location is handy but parking is limited.
Large room, fairly safe and quiet.Staff we met were friendly

Cons:

Parking. The shower needs work. It's mouldy and very small for such a big bathroom. Hot water in basin only luke warm. Pillows could be replaced. Bedside table hadn't been cleaned. I wiped marks off. Lots of cigarette stubs outside bedroom entrance, although ashtrays had been provided outside. No wi-fi available.

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Sue • couple • gb
4
Expensive and substandard
Pros:

It was a convenient location

Cons:

It was basic budget. We did not expect luxury but this was basic. There was noise from an air conditioner unit or similar all night so hard to sleep. Television did not work as signal was not strong enough and it kept going off. We were told breakfast was included but they stopped doing breakfast 2 years ago. Expensive for what we got and would not consider booking again

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • couple • gb
9
Lovely staff, good pub. Bed was comfy, dog friendly,
Pros:

Great location, great value. Spotless.

Cons:

It would have been nice to have soap

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Kev BUNYAN • solo_traveller • gb
1
Pros:

It was quiet

Cons:

1: cracked window
2: mould above shower cubicle
3: tiles missing grout
4: shower cubicle not very useful for larger person
5: dirty tiles in bathroom
6: shower leaked to floor , sealant not very good
7: shaver socket cracked couldn't use
8: no teaspoons to go with the free tea and coffee
9: sweet wrapper under the single bed and it had a frayed base
10: room smelt of dampness
11: shower only had tepid heat and didn't run greatly
12: no curtains provided only white blinds for blocking out light not great

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Roy • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Back • couple • gb
5
Certainly not the best. Would not use again.
Pros:

No breakfast available which would have been at other hotels at a similar price .

Cons:

Plumbing not the best. Shower running hot and cold during use. Hot sink tap just a dribble. Steep narrow climb up 3 flights to room.

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Sabela • solo_traveller • es
6
2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Kaur • solo_traveller • gb
6
Pros:

Location size of room

Cons:

Carpet wasn't clean and was noticeably blood on inside of door and bathroom floor

2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Martin • couple • gb
3
Served its purpose but poor value.
Pros:

Location excellent. Staff were helpful on arrival

Cons:

Shower had no pressure and no heat, (although the unit looked new). No soap or shampoo or shower gel in the room but this was put right quickly. The door to the room was difficult to open and close. The toilet flush kept sticking and running water was difficult to stop. There was no dinner or breakfast available which was not what the description on Booking .com stated.

2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Thomas • couple • gb
1
Wont be returning even if I was offered a free night stay
Pros:

Nothing apart from the location. My watch was stolen from the bar on the first day asked the manager to check cctv and he told me the cctv doesn’t work which isn’t good especially if something more serious was to happen! First night room stunk beds uncomfortable and they have people staying through the council in other rooms clearly drug users who were screaming and shouting all night. Second night we stayed in a family room which you would think would be fit for a family walked in stunk of weed from previous lodger the tv didn’t have a remote control so couldn’t even watch the tv which bare in mind kids need something to keep the occupied if we were to take kids asked for a remote basically told they didn’t have one! Toilet didn’t flush and beds worst beds I’ve slept in to date.

Cons:

Everything apart from location staff useless and rooms not fit for purpose

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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PETER DURO • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Maksym • family_with_children • ua
10
2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • es
1
Why is this property on Booking.com in the first place the room was dirty, smelly and so tired
Pros:

NOTHING

Cons:

EVERYTHING

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Ian Bentley • solo_traveller • gb
7
Pros:

Location was quite good, 6 minutes walk to Ripon centre. Beds comfy.

Cons:

No local info in room, faulty toilet, place ok but pricey for what it was.

2026-08-25 • via Nuitee