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With its inviting open fires, cosy armchairs and warm welcome, The Black Swan is just the place to eat, drink, sleep and explore beautiful Helmsley from and attractions including nearby Rievaulx Abbey, Castle Howard, Helmsley Castle and Helmsley Walled Garden.

Was amazing I visited for work reasons will definitely re visit with the family

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8.2
Very good
2,476 reviews
Price from
£79
per night

Situated on the edge of the North Yorkshire Moors, The Fairfax Arms offers 4-star accommodation and a traditional, oak-beamed bar. It has peaceful gardens, and is a 30-minute drive from York.

The elegant rooms come with homemade biscuits, freshly ground coffee and fresh fruit. Some retain original wooden beams, and all have a flat-screen TV and iPod docking station.

Totally relaxing and very comfortable

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8.9
Fabulous
767 reviews
Price from
£135
per night

Set in Gillamoor and within 19 km of Flamingo Land Theme Park, The Royal Oak features a bar, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property. The property is situated 26 km from Dalby Forest, 44 km from York Minster and 45 km from York Railway station. Peasholm Park is 45 km from the inn and The Spa Scarborough is 45 km away.

The staff were very friendly and helpful. The food was excellent and very good value for money. Excellent location in quiet village in the heart of the north Yorkshire Moors.

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8.9
Fabulous
463 reviews
Price from
£120.60
per night

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Perfect for rustic breaks in the countryside, an Inn is a small property with basic hotel services and typically traditional decor. Inns are fully licensed and have a bar providing food and drinks in the evening, which distinguishes them from country or guest houses.
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Inns that guests love in Helmsley

  • Avg. price/night: £149
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,474 reviews
    - Dinner was great and really liked the atmosphere in the restaurant. - Staff were all very friendly and helpful. - Room was well priced, clean and comfortable
    Anna
    Young couple
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    8.2
    Scored 8.2
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    Rated very good
     · 2,474 reviews
    The inn has everything you could need for a decent break. My room was reasonably comfy and quiet (perhaps because it was at the very back of the building). The food and drink selection was fine, and not extortionate. And the staff (while clearly very busy) were very good.
    Paul
    Solo traveller
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    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,474 reviews
    Location perfect. Staff outstanding. Breakfast and dinner were both of a high standard and delicious.
    Anne
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £189
    9.0
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     · 1,601 reviews
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    JOANNE
    Family with young children
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    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,601 reviews
    Room was very spacious and staff were very friendly. excellent dinner and cosy bar.
    Vikki
    Family with young children
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    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,474 reviews
    our room was spacious and beautifully decorated and quiet. Our dinners and breakfasts were delicious. the situation in the town centre was very pretty and convenient. the gardens were lovely.
    Catherine
    Young couple
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    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,601 reviews
    Nice breakfast cooked to order we had dinner for our three night stay and were very happy with the menu although a little expensive for a bottle of wine. The room was comfortable, clean and perfectly adequate for a short stay. We enjoyed our time in Helmsley . Nice hotel pleasant staff in a lovely village with plenty to see and do locally.
    Mr. Peter
    Young couple
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 99 reviews
    Fresh, clean, comfortable and characterful accomcodation in a beautiful location. Great cooked breakfast! Friendly and helpful hosts. Peaceful setting, yet only a couple of minutes' walk from the bustling market square with its historic inns, restaurants, cafes and independent shops. Lovely walks and heritage sites nearby. Highly recommended.
    Fiona
    Solo traveller
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    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,474 reviews
    All very good from beginning to end.
    Neil
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £189
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,601 reviews
    Location of hotel great, staff very friendly and helpful, both breakfast and dinner excellent.
    Richard
    Young couple
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