The Golden Lion at Settle

Hotels
8.9 (1261 reviews)
Duke Street , Settle , GB

Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Luggage storage
Bar
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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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.9
Based on 1261 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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BRIAN • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Excellent staff attention and service. Good food choices at dinner, and breakfast fine. Central town location. Friendly atmosphere

Cons:

Minor issue with bathroom fan staying on low after switching off, but manager aware and to be dealt with soon

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Adrien • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

A comfortable inn in the centre of town. Good bar food and breakfast.

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Samantha • couple • gb
10
Lovely dog friendly stay in heart of Settle
Pros:

Very dog friendly
Good food and drinks
Comfortable room
Great location

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
S
Steve • couple • gb
9
I would certainly recommend this hotel for location, friendly staff and great food
Pros:

Staff friendly and accommodating.
Lovely full English cooked breakfast in the morning.

Cons:

Shower lower pressure.
And I had to open the shower door to pick the soap dispenser up.
I am average height/build.
Anyone tall or big will have no chance.
To be fair, it is a historic building, so they are limited.

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Keely • couple • gb
1
Disappointing
Pros:

Location was good.

Cons:

Housekeeping was very poor. Room not serviced and no replacement of toilet rolls, bins left unemptied, towels not renewed. Bed not made. You would expect excellent housekeeping & cleaning for a four star hotel. I would not rate this hotel as 4 star!! Costly and not good quality. Carpets were dirty and general facilities were grubby.

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
J
Jo • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Location very convenient, central to nearby walks, train station and shops. Very comfortable bed and spacious room.

Cons:

Space in bathroom was rather tight but it was fine.

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
C
Charlotte • family_with_children • gb
10
2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
C
Caswell • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Very clean, comfortable and great location. Staff were really friendly also

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
J
Jacob • couple • gb
9
Pros:

Comfortable, great central location and good staff

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Paul • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Karen • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Diane • extended_group • gb
9
Fabulous stay in cosy country pub
Pros:

Clean, cosy bedrooms with lovely toiletries in the bathroom. Comfortable seating area in the bar. Breakfasts had a great choice in terms of hot and cold options and the food at both breakfast and dinner was superb. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Everything was just what we wanted for a weekend away with friends.

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
L
Leeann • couple • gb
8
Lovely historic hotel, with great staff and very good food
Pros:

Staff were great, room was comfortable and the food was very good

Cons:

Not much

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
J
Jane • couple • gb
8
Would recommend The Golden Lion.
Pros:

Good location, good staff. Delicious breakfast well cooked. Room was lovely.

Cons:

The bathroom was tired and needed a makeover.

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
T
Thomas • solo_traveller • gb
10
Best "all-in" place to stay in Settle.
Pros:

The food and drink was excellent. Real Ale was plentiful and well kept. Staff were friendly and the locals were a joy to speak to.

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Julia • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Wonderful staff, very friendly and helpful. Room facilities fab and lovely food. Ideal location

Cons:

Pillows sadly not great so sleep was affected - only reason for 9 rather than 10

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Neil • couple • gb
9
2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
A
Andy • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Paul • couple • gb
8
Nice Pub in lovely part of the world
Pros:

Cosy room, great shower, mugs big enough for a proper cup of tea and real milk provided. Steaks for dinner were really nice and good breakfast.

Cons:

Slightly warm in room, windows opened onto courtyard which had screaming kids in afternoon.

2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Rachel • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-09-04 • via Nuitee