The Old Deanery Restaurant & Hotel, Minster Road, Ripon, HG4 1QS, United Kingdom
#3 of 8 hotels in Ripon
Guests' ChoiceBased on 202 hotel reviews
9.0Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.2
Location
9.8
Facilities
8.9
Staff
9.7
Value for money
8.7
Free WiFi
9.4
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 23 September 2024
David
United KingdomBreakfast was a unique mixture of continental and cooked.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 19 September 2024
Hazel
United KingdomStruggling to think, but the only point that I could mention was that the shower pressure was not very powerful.
Hadn't realised the location was so central. Breakfast was outstanding. An old building, with lots of period detals. Lovely large room overlooking the garden which had a beautiful weeping willow (and was very quiet).
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 19 September 2024
Emily
United KingdomNothing not to like
The location is perfect, and the atmosphere is exceptionally good. The food is excellent and amazing. Well done to all.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 15 September 2024
William
United KingdomFood was exceptional. Staff were excellent.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 5 September 2024
Phillippa
United Kingdomnothing it was lovely
Amazing food, delicious, lovely welcoming staff, very helpful polite
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 1 September 2024
Christine
United KingdomNothing at all. It was a lovely experience in a beautiful setting.
Everything was wonderful - from it's location to the rooms themselves. Breakfast was amazing and unique and we all thoroughly enjoyed it.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 24 August 2024
Tom
United KingdomBeing an old building there isn't a lift however staff were always on hand to lift your luggage to the room
Great idea for breakfast. Although it looked like there wasn't a lot on your plate ,the taster breakfast was ideal.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 22 August 2024
Joanna
United KingdomThe Old Deanery was a perfect location for the cathedral, canal and town in beautiful surroundings. The breakfast was fabulous! The staff were so friendly, helpful, happy and chatty. We had a lovely stay. I would recommend.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 19 August 2024
Sharon
United KingdomFantastic location central to everything breakfast was fantastic
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 18 August 2024
Graham
United KingdomEverything
A great place to stay and the food is top quality and all the staff are friendly and accommodating
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 16 August 2024
Stephen
United KingdomThis hotel exceeded our expectations! The location was fantastic. Rooms are spacious and beds comfortable. We had a great welcome from the hosts who made sure we had everything we needed. Breakfast was different to the normal meal. Really tasty nibbles and selections of crumpets and cheese.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 13 August 2024
Gemma
United KingdomBreakfast was amazing and unexpected. Location was great for Light Water Valley. Rippon is a lovely town and the Cathedral is beautiful. The property is old, charming and beautiful and staff were very welcoming.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 13 August 2024
Rosemary
United KingdomHad a lovely room with a view of the cathedral, but sadly (and this is onjy a minor thing) there was no dressing table area. As we had a function to attend, putting makeup on and doing hair was a bit of a challenge!
The location was really good, right in the heart of Ripon beside the beautiful cathedral, with its own parking.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 12 August 2024
Peter
United KingdomN/A
Location was perfect for our reason for visiting Ripon. The welcome from David and Steph was friendly and professional, the building old but tastefully decorated, the breakfast was excellent.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 10 August 2024
Mahmood
United KingdomExcellent staff greeted with a smile and nothing was too much trouble 😀
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 7 August 2024
Lesley
United KingdomNothing
Excellent location to explore Ripon . Clean comfortable large room at the top of the building with lovely spacious bathroom.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 5 August 2024
Tamsin
OmanThe Old Deanery is not open all week so suits a short stay towards the end of the week and over the weekend.
The Old Deanery is a fabulous, friendly and very comfortable place to stay opposite the cathedral. It was easy to find, had free parking and close to all Ripon has to offer. The breakfast was included and delicious - very different to other places. It started with tea/coffee, fresh juice or a freshly made smoothie. Then we were given granola with the creamiest of yoghurt and fresh fruit; cut meats, smoked salmon, cheeses, chutney, hummus, and a basket of freshly baked breads and pastries. This was followed by a tasting plate based on a traditional breakfast ... delicious. The vegetarian option was equally good. We will definitely return.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 1 August 2024
Lisa
United KingdomGreat location in the centre of Ripon and looking onto the Cathedral. Fantastic breakfast like nothing we have had before - but lovely and a touch of something different.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 1 August 2024
Rowan
United KingdomAntique bed not very comfy, breakfast is an event which is lovely if you have time to spare but it was rushed as I was there for business
Phenomenal food, fab location, beautiful garden, gorgeous decor
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 29 July 2024
Andrew
United KingdomInnovative approach and excellent breakfast. Great location overlooking Ripon Cathedral.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 29 July 2024
Stuart
United KingdomOur room 11 was spacious with lovely views but felt a little worn.
A beautiful historic building next to the minster. Full of character and history. An amazing and unique breakfast.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 28 July 2024
Danielle
United KingdomOld but well maintained, beautiful gardens
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 28 July 2024
John
United KingdomHand soap in the bathroom.
Breakfast was fantastic, a three course extravaganza. Beautifully presented, but more importantly, the quality of the ingredients and the taste.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 27 July 2024
Lavinia
United KingdomAbsolutely nothing
Stunning building, amazing breakfast
Stayed in June 2024
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