The Craven Arms

Hotels
9.1 (798 reviews)
Brackenber Lane, Giggleswick , Settle , gb

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Clean and comfortable rooms
Excellent food and beverages
Great location
Cons:
Parking could be tricky
Some noise from the bypass
Price slightly high for some amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
9.05
Overall feedback indicates cleanliness was a strong point throughout various reviews.
Service
9.25
Multiple reviews highlight the friendliness and helpfulness of the staff.
Location
9.05
Many guests appreciated the idyllic location and nearby attractions.
Room Quality
9.05
Rooms reported as comfortable and well-appointed by many guests.
Amenities
9.15
Amenities were generally well-reviewed, contributing positively to the experience.
Value for Money
8.85
Some reviews mentioned the pricing as slightly high for certain offerings.
Food and Beverage
9.25
Food quality received high praise, particularly the breakfast and restaurant meals.
Overall Experience
9.15
Guests overall had wonderful and memorable experiences, with a few minor flaws.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 10:24

Property Description

Family-Friendly Accommodation
The Craven Arms, located just 1.9 km from Settle, offers comfortable rooms with en-suite bathrooms and complimentary toiletries. Families can enjoy the convenience of free WiFi and parking during their stay.

Dining Experience
Guests can indulge in a full English breakfast and savor traditional British cuisine at the on-site restaurant. The bar offers a selection of real ales from local breweries, providing a cozy setting to unwind after a day of exploration.

Ideal Location for Adventure
Situated on the outskirts of Giggleswick, The Craven Arms is the perfect choice for those looking to explore the picturesque Yorkshire Dales or embark on the Three Peaks Challenge.

Book now to experience a delightful stay at The Craven Arms and create unforgettable memories in the heart of the countryside.

Important information:

Check in times are 15:00 to 23:00 every day.. To check-in outside of these times, please call the hotel directly at least 30 minutes before your arrival, and they will be happy to assist.

When traveling with pets, please note that an extra charge of EUR 10 per pet, per stay applies.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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Internet

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

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    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.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.1
Based on 798 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.05
Service: 9.25
Location: 9.05
Room Quality: 9.05
Amenities: 9.15
Value for Money: 8.85
Food and Beverage: 9.25
Overall Experience: 9.15
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Samkitt • solo_traveller • gb
10
Great staff!
Pros:

The staff were very friendly, and accommodated me even though I arrived very late at night. The room was nice and spacious and well decked out with everything needed. The breakfast was also really good. Overall lovely stay!

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Susan • couple • gb
10
Lovely room, food was delicious
Pros:

Very clean and comfortable

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Katie • couple • gb
9
2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Kenneth • solo_traveller • gb
10
Excellent and relaxing.
Pros:

The location was ideal, the staff were welcoming. The property was well looked after and the rooms were excellent, we ate in the restaurant for all three evenings and along with breakfast the food was well presented and enjoyable. Nothing was too much trouble for the staff, would highly recommend the hotel.

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Tracy • solo_traveller • gb
10
Perfect B&B
Pros:

Staff were very helpful in helping me navigate the pub without using steps. I have mobility issues and we had a ground floor room with access to the car park. The room was spotless. Very comfy bed with excellent quality bedding. Lovely breakfast with lots of choice.

Cons:

Nothing0

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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David • extended_group • gb
9
The food and accommodation were excellent and the room was very comfortable. The service was superb.
Pros:

The breakfast and dinner was excellent as was the service.
The room was clean and comfortable.

Cons:

The traffic from the main road could be heard but this was a minor inconvenience.

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Kevin • couple • gb
10
Very welcoming establishment
Pros:

Great location, very clean

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Catherine • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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Richard • solo_traveller • gb
10
Great 2 night stay
Pros:

Great king room and comfortable bed. Great breakfast and evening meal choices.
Good stocked bar with hand pulled ales,larger and ciders. Great location for exploring country or coast.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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Anna • extended_group • gb
7
Food and service was fab, rooms were not fantastic.
Pros:

Food was excellent
Very friendly service
Great communication

Cons:

Beds could have been more comfortable
Very hot (no air con)
One of the bulbs had gone in a lamp

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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John • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
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Susan • couple • gb
9
Comfortable and relaxing. A very fair price
Pros:

A clean, friendly, well run hotel.
The food was delicious, well served.
Our bedroom had everything we needed.
The dining room was well appointed with delightful views across field, trees and hills.

Cons:

We were happy with our stay.

2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
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Rebecca • solo_traveller • gb
10
Memorable
Pros:

The staff were friendly and accommodating the food was exquisite and the rooms were clean and comfortable

Cons:

There was nothing I didn’t like everything was perfect I wish I could have stayed longer

2026-07-07 • via Nuitee
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Penelope • couple • gb
8
Would definitely stay there again but ask for a room away from the roadside. Lovely staff.
Pros:

Comfortable bed easy to find really nice staff

Cons:

Right on the main road which affected our sleep we couldn’t have the window open due to the noise.

2026-07-07 • via Nuitee
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Yvonne • solo_traveller • gb
10
Lovely overnight stay
Pros:

The room and facilities clean and comfortable. The restaurant was lovely, light and comfortable with relaxed atmosphere and the food was superb, the staff efficient and friendly. Finished off with a great breakfast before our departure. Would definitely come back.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-05 • via Nuitee
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mike • couple • gb
9
Great pub in the dales.
Pros:

Jon and Lynne were great hosts.
Breakfast and meals were really nice. Good selection of beers.

2026-07-05 • via Nuitee
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Colin • extended_group • gb
10
A very good hotel which I will use when next in the area
Pros:

A hotel that exceeded expectations in terms of both accommodation and food offering

2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
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Gwyneth • family_with_children • gb
10
Great overnight stay.
Pros:

Location perfect for a five minute drive to Settle railway station. Fantastic views, great food, so fresh & tasty, definitely not ‘pub food’ immaculate room, comfy bed, fluffy white towels & very quiet. Staff friendly & helpful. Would definitely stay here again.

2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
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Nic • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Great staff and great food and bar selection in restaurant. Loved staying there.

Cons:

Our room (#1) was beside a busy road and below very noisy floorboards with guests who were up and walking about in their room at 5.15am. As a light sleeper - not ideal.

2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
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Jayne • couple • gb
8
Mostly enjoyable
Pros:

The property was really nice and staff were very helpful

Cons:

The floor above our room was very squeaky and could here the people walking around which wasn’t good at 4.50am

2026-06-28 • via Nuitee