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The Wensleydale Hotel

3.0 star property
Travelers step into Yorkshire's past while enjoying authentic British cuisine at this historic district hotel, with bike rentals available for local exploration

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The Wensleydale Hotel, in the historical district, offers guests a complimentary English breakfast and British cuisine at the on-site restaurant. Relax on the sunny terrace after exploring nearby attractions on rented bikes.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed | Individually decorated, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room | Individually decorated, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Gallery Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Gallery Double Room, 1 Double Bed | Individually decorated, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Gallery Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Signature Double Room

Signature Double Room | Individually decorated, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Signature Double Room

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite | Individually decorated, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Junior Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
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About the neighborhood

Located in Leyburn, The Wensleydale Hotel is in the historical district. The Forbidden Corner and Swaledale Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Black Sheep Brewery and Theakston Brewery. Leyburn Station and Jervaulx Abbey are also worth visiting. Visit our Middleham travel guide
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DL8 4PE, England, Leyburn, Market Place

What's nearby

  • A unique but totally enjoyable day out in Yorkshire, a one of a kind experience
    The Forbidden Corner
    4 min drive - 4.9 km
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    Yorkshire Dales National Park
    10 min drive - 13.0 km
  • If you like to take long exposure photography of waterfalls, this is a place to definitely visit
    Aysgarth Falls
    13 min drive - 16.3 km
  • Harewood House
    Harewood House
    57 min drive - 70.6 km
  • Middleham Castle
    3 min walk - 0.3 km

Getting around

  • Northallerton Station
    22 min drive
  • Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.)
    56 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Golden Lion, Leyburn
    3 min drive
  • Richard The III
    1 min walk
  • The Posthorn
    3 min drive
  • Black Swan
    3 min drive
  • Kings Head, Leyburn
    4 min drive

About this property

The Wensleydale Hotel

Inn in the historical district
Take advantage of free English breakfast, a terrace, and a bar at The Wensleydale Hotel. The on-site restaurant, The Tack Room, features British cuisine. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this inn include:
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals and smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms are individually decorated, and have amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Tack Room

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

White Swan Hotel Leyburn
Wensleydale Hotel Leyburn
Inn The Wensleydale Hotel Leyburn
Leyburn The Wensleydale Hotel Inn
The Wensleydale Hotel Leyburn
Wensleydale Hotel
Wensleydale Leyburn
Inn The Wensleydale Hotel
Wensleydale
The White Swan Hotel
The Wensleydale Hotel Inn
The Wensleydale Hotel Leyburn
The Wensleydale Hotel Inn Leyburn

Frequently asked questions

Is The Wensleydale Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Wensleydale Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Wensleydale Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Wensleydale Hotel located?

Situated in the historical district, this inn is steps from Middleham Castle, and within 3 mi (5 km) of Harmby Waterfall and Leyburn Station. The Forbidden Corner is 2.6 mi (4.1 km) away.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Wensleydale Hotel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

10

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 79 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 79 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 79 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 79 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 79 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly and made me feel at home during my cycling trip. Food was excellent. Would recommend visiting!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Like a home from home very comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Brilliant place to stay

Excellent overnight stay. Brilliant food and service from all the team. Great location and we will be back
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
What wonderful hosts, very friendly and personal service. A beautiful location with great food and drinks. Very hospitable for us and our dog.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable room, massive bed, great breakfast. V pet friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jackie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Middleham break

Lovely stay host Fiona and son Hugo and rest of staff were excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

katy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely stay.

Beautiful hotel in a stunning location. We stayed in a Signature Room and it was lovely, clean and comfortable with a yummy breakfast the next day. Will recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay in an historic hotel

Lovely location right on the square in an old property. From our room we could see the castle.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

one of the best

I have stayed here regularly over the past 2 years and always find the Staff very helpful and accommodating. Lovely location and the food is excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

A J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good

Spur of the moment booking as we suddenly got a free weekend in our schedule. Nice hotel, good dinner and breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly hotel, nothing was a trouble for the staff, food was excellent, room was looking over the castle &square, definitely recommend it 😁
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our stay was very enjoyable and the staff very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was very nice but did not eat there otherwise, menu not to our taste and very expensive.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Sykes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel and area were very nice but for what we were charged i expected more Also the restaurant was mediocre. We stayed in the Middletons hotel in york for less than we paid here .
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

8/10 Good

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The property was in the centre of Middleham which was a good location. The room was comfortable. There wasn't a car park but you could park on the square for free.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Hotel and Restaurant in Middleham, Wensleyda

Business trip, arrived late so restaurant was shut however the owner made a sandwich which was very much appreciated. Stayed two nights for business so early starts, missed breakfast both days as way too early. Managed to eat in the restaurant on day two. great menu, great food and wine. In summary great place for a break however if you are on business check on times for breakfast and restaurant closures to avoid disappointment.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness
Liked the location. Ideal for local open day. Disappointed with size of the room, cleanliness of bathroom, water pressure for shower. Door did not fit not very secure. Long wait for food at breakfast, nearly an hour. Only 2 pillows on double bed and both very flat. Only one bedside table.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Food both breakfast and evening meal were excellent. All staff were excellent and really wanted the stay to be special for us. The room was good and the pillows were clearly new and helped us sleep. The check in closing at 22.00 might cause a problem to some people and the only other problem was it appeared to be a bit tired in corridors but rooms were fine
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026

8/10 Good

Stewart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
-
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Nice welcome but no dinner

Really nice welcome from the staff. The room was pleasant but the bed was not very comfortable and we could hear others in their rooms. The facilities were clean but basic, we had to boil the kettle on the floor because there were no plugs available. They did not tell us we would need to book for the restaurant and when we arrived at 7pm to eat, we were told it was fully booked. Other pubs were also full and we struggled to get any food for dinner, luckily we arranged takeaway from anothe pub.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was comfortable but the heating was a bit intermittent and came on at certain times. This seemed to get rectified during our stay. The breakfast was very good quality but we had to wait quite a long time for the cooked food to arrive.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect relaxing getaway

The Wensledale hotel is located in the lovely village of Middleham, the welcome we got was warm, the onsite restaurant served absolutely amazing food and the breakfast the next morning has got to be one of the best weve ever had
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

2/10 Terrible

Gail

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Stay clear room 12

Room 12 stay clear the bathroom was disgusting so much mould and so dated my partner couldn’t even fit in the shower and I was only just able to get in - I’m pretty sure the owners have never ever tried to get in that shower - the toilet seat was so old and wooden not a pleasant experience at all. Breakfast waited one morning from 9 to 9.40 (booked for 9) no apology at all. No we never complained about the room as it was fully booked but was glad to check out won’t ever go again. There are other things I could moan about but it won’t make any difference- if I turned up next year it would be the same - should receive a full refund but would never happen. We’ve been in lockdown surely they’ve seen how bad the bathroom is !!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful place to say. So relaxing.

When we got to the hotel at Middleham it was in a lovely position with parking at the front. The hotel has friendly staff . We had a quiet room number 21 on the top floor with a four poster bed and nice views from the window at the side of the hotel. The room was lovely and clean with a bath and shower. The breakfast was really good the bacon was so tasty .while having breakfast you can watch the horses and the riders around the village which was a lovely sight to see. There are a few pubs and a village shop and nice to walk around the village . Just had a lovely feel about it . I would stay there again . Thank you to all the staff that made our stay so lovely .
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021