Situated in the village of Ravenstonedale, this hotel has a riverside garden where you can often see red squirrels roaming. Rooms at The Black Swan are elegant in design, with traditional wooden furnishings. Each has its own bathroom, a flat-screen TV and facilities for making tea and coffee. Some have charming old features like open fireplaces. Breakfast is provided each morning, and you can dine in the bar, or in either of the 2 restaurants. Food is freshly made from local produce, with a range of dishes to choose from. The building is located in the Eden Valley, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The Yorkshire Dales National Park can be reached in around 15 minutes by car, and Lake Windermere is less than 30 miles away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
or
2 single beds
1 extra-large double bed
and
1 sofa bed
or
2 single beds
and
1 sofa bed
1 single bed
and
1 extra-large double bed
or
2 single beds
1 double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
or
2 single beds
and
1 sofa bed
1 extra-large double bed
or
2 single beds
1 extra-large double bed
and
1 sofa bed
or
2 single beds
and
1 sofa bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
and
1 sofa bed
or
2 single beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
8.4
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.0
Value for money
8.1
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
5.8
High score for Ravenstonedale
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Mark
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Food was amazing we enjoyed the evening meal We were also upgraded Staff were excellent Everything was really professional
  • John
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The welcome was warm and personable. Everyone was engaging and friendly. The hotel had a great country inn vibe. The food was good. The breakfast excellent. The room was quiet and clean. Great shower. Lovely garden across the road.
  • Claire
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Welcoming and well appointed. Lovely location. Well equipped room. Fantastic food
  • Alan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The food was very good with a very good menu for dinner. The room was comfortable with a very large bed.
  • Ossian
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Really friendly and helpful staff, beautiful location and exceptional food.
  • Julian
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Beautiful property with dog friendly rooms leading straight into the patio. Dogs can come into the bar for dinner and breakfast but not the restaurant which is fine, the food is excellent either way
  • Marie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    A lovely country pub, super location and the food was excellent.
  • Peter
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Dinner and breakfast very good. Staff all attentive and knowledgeable
  • Jo
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The staff were lovely. Di was especially lovely with my 2 year old. The food was brilliant, and breakfast was really yummy, I had pancakes and banana! Room was lovely and cosy. Was quiet too. Enjoyed a walk after breakfast to take in the lovely...
  • Roberts
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The staff were friendly and polite, nothing too much trouble. The food was excellent

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • The Black Swan
    • Cuisine
      British
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of The Black Swan
Great facilities! Review score, 8.4

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
  • Tennis equipment
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Darts
  • Table tennis
  • Billiards
  • Children's playground
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
  • Tennis court
    Off-site
Media & Technology
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in some rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • Packed lunches
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules
The Black Swan takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 16:00 to 23:00
Check-out
From 07:30 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
£30 per child, per night
Cot upon request
Free
3 - 8 years
Extra bed upon request
£30 per child, per night
9+ years
Extra bed upon request
£40 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

The property can cater for any guests with special requirements but it is essential to let them know if you require a dog-friendly, disabled-friendly or family room as not all rooms are suitable for all requirements.

FAQs about The Black Swan

  • Room options at The Black Swan include:

    • Double
    • Suite
    • Single
    • Twin/Double

  • Check-in at The Black Swan is from 16:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • The prices at The Black Swan may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • The Black Swan is 1.1 miles from the centre of Ravenstonedale. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, The Black Swan is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • The Black Swan offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Children's playground
    • Billiards
    • Table tennis
    • Tennis court
    • Fishing
    • Darts
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Tennis equipment

  • The Black Swan has 1 restaurant:

    • The Black Swan