The Wensleydale Hotel

Hotels
8.8 (304 reviews)
Market Place , Middleham , gb

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
Fishing
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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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 304 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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Richard • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Varley • solo_traveller • gb
9
Good value for money,excellent staff, clean room
Pros:

Location was really good central and close to where I wanted to be.
Staff were excellent extremely pleasant and accommodating.Room was clean and had everything I required.Comfortable bed.

Cons:

More choice for continental breakfast ie crossiants, more selection of breads.

2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Stuart • solo_traveller • gb
7
A very nice stay in a lovely location. Wonderful view of the village square and castle from the room which was clean and
Pros:

Lovely location and room.

Cons:

I thought the breakfast could have been better.

2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Stuart • solo_traveller • gb
5
OK
Pros:

Room was small but ok . The shower head would not tighten and was just hanging there . The water took an age to drain from the shower tray as the drain was blocked , this made the room smell . Breakfast was nice but i could have eaten it again . Prices in the restaurant were too expensive for my budget so i had to eat out .

Cons:

The drain cleared in the shower tray.

2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Scott • couple • us
10
2026-09-01 • via Nuitee
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Gary • couple • gb
8
Good base for Dales .
Pros:

Good location for exploring Dales with very friendly staff and breakfast cooked to order . Didn't eat at night but food looked good .

Cons:

Parking can be a bit troublesome depending on arrival time and rooms a bit noisy but it is a very old building .

2026-09-01 • via Nuitee
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Ixchiel • couple • gb
8
Best team work at the Wensleydale
Pros:

Staff at Wensleydale went way beyond to ensure we had a great stay. Extremely helpful.

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Gordon • solo_traveller • gb
10
Enjoyable overnight stay
Pros:

Everything.

Cons:

Nothing to not like.

2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Tim • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Extremely friendly staff, nice large room and delicious breakfast.
The Theakstons went down well.

Cons:

N/A

2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Lizzie • family_with_children • gb
10
2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Rachael • family_with_children • gb
8
Pros:

It was cute and cosy and in a lovely little village. It was nice and clean.

Cons:

The beds were comfortable but noisy when you moved we kept waking each other up. We were woken up at 5am from someone outside our window moving bins - I think it was bin collection day.

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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John • couple • gb
7
Very nice couple of days . Location excellent and staff very friendly and good
Pros:

The location

Cons:

Could have changed the towels , not a big thing . It was all good .

2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
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Sharon • solo_traveller • gb
9
Great location
Pros:

A warm and friendly welcome by the host. The location was great for easy access to places of interest. A cosy room and en suite.
Excellent tasty cooked breakfast with plenty of other options.
Nice to be able to get tea and home made cake during the day.. .
We ate a tasty, nicely presented lunch at the hotel on our first day and had a very nice dinner that evening in the stable bar (as the main Tack Room was fully booked).

Cons:

Shower cubicle was very small and toilet seat didn't fit.
The menu in the Stable Bar was a bit limited for an evening meal. However, what we had was delicious. A lot more choice available for the Tack Room

2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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davezrx • solo_traveller • gb
9
Very friendly hotel with good food and service
Pros:

I was very well looked after by Oliver and his team, all very pleasant both at the evening meal which was excellent and at breakfast, likewise very nice.

I had a single room on 2nd floor which was spotless and very quiet.

I would say this is the best hotel in the village now and would be happy to return in the future.

Enjoyed sitting in the sun having a beer outside before dinner.

Cons:

Nothing really, just to point out that the bar is only open until meal service is finished but 3 other hotels immediately nearby.

2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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Muminal • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Everyone is so nice

Cons:

I liked everything

2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Sharon • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Beautiful hotel with wonderful service.
Splendid breakfast

2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
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Paula • solo_traveller • gb
9
Lovely modern hotel with beautiful room decor.
Pros:

Great location for the R111 Festival weekend. Lovely hotel. The decor in the room was beautiful.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
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Hayley • solo_traveller • gb
7
2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
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Sue • couple • gb
10
The owner and staff were efficient, friendly and nothing was too much trouble. We will definitely be back. I
Pros:

A lovely hotel with tasteful furniture and restful decor.

Cons:

Nothing. Everything was great.

2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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Margaret • couple • gb
9
2026-08-13 • via Nuitee