The Sportsman's Arms Wath-in-Nidderdale, Harrogate, HG3 5PP, United Kingdom
#4 of 22 hotels in Harrogate
Guests' ChoiceBased on 149 hotel reviews
9.1Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.3
Location
9.5
Facilities
8.9
Staff
9.8
Value for money
8.6
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 13 June 2024
Lynne
United KingdomWhat great character this hotel has old but beautiful!
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 6 June 2024
Monika
United KingdomPossibly refreshing the decor in the cottage would make it even more charming. Allowing hotel guests to eat in the main bar, which is so much cosier. But overall not much to gripe about at all.
Idyllic location with beautiful walks right at your doorstep, we found this traditional style inn to be steeped in good, old-fashioned country charm. It's comfortable, clean, has an excellent, modern menu and moreover, really lovely staff providing superb service. My partner and I loved it and would highly recommend to our friends and family for both romantic or family getaways.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 12 May 2024
Janice
United KingdomWe felt there were some minor tweaks that would make the hotel even better such as an offer of maybe kippers, eggs Benedict or fresh fruit and Greek yogurt. The wine was probably on the dearer side too. Also another bottle of water in the room for the second night.
The atmosphere and staff were great…..friendly and very helpful. We had breakfast each morning and dinner both nights. It was lovely to have food made to order rather than a self service/buffet style breakfast. Dinner was lovely too and very tasty.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 4 May 2024
Eric
United KingdomOnly as mentioned above.l
The porridge was very good but would have liked some prunes or soft fruit with it. The cooked breakfast was excellent as were the evening meals. Again it would have been good to have had the choice of fresh fruit for pudding.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 14 April 2024
Paul
United KingdomIt would be better to have more seating in the Bar area
Location and staff
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 21 January 2024
Izabella
United KingdomA very friendly welcome. Great service. A characterful country house pub and hotel in a beautiful location. Dinner and breakfast were excellent. This was our second stay and we will be visiting again.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 31 December 2023
Helen
United KingdomRooms needed a lick of paint as lots of chips
Lovely quaint place
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 3 December 2023
Michelle
United KingdomReally lovley place ,very welcoming helpful would return
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 19 November 2023
Jennifer
United KingdomReally friendly staff who made great recommendations for dinner. Food was delicious both evening meal and breakfast.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 16 November 2023
Julie
United KingdomNothing to dislike
From walking through the door the staff were chatty, friendly and couldn't do enough for you. Perfectly situated for How Stean Gorge, Pately Bridge and much more including walks. Food was excellent. Room comfy had all we needed. Slept really well.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 9 November 2023
Nicholas
United KingdomThere is nothing that really could of been better for a short stay
We had a stop over for the night the location was on rout to our next destination and it was a great stay
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 4 November 2023
Laura
United Kingdombar could have opened earlier!
loved the location.food very good.great laid back vibe.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 21 October 2023
Nicholas
United KingdomThe bathroom was not the best, a bit dated , Shower ok, Evening meal , for the cost , could have been better, was really looking forward to the lamb dinner, but was just ok .
Nice Breakfast , nice ambiance to the bar area in the evening, cosy. Bed was comfortable
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 11 October 2023
Suzanne
AustraliaA nespresso coffee machine in the room would be great, and an earlier breakfast time would be convenient for early departure
Gorgeous location, exterior was charming, comfortable bed and friendly staff
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 24 September 2023
Jackie
United Kingdomlow pressure shower
helpful staff
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 24 September 2023
Tim
United KingdomSlightly restricted breakfast choice.
Super friendly staff. Excellent food in the evening, could have had more breakfast choice, fruit, yogurt, cereal, pastries etc. Overall very pleased.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 18 September 2023
Nick
United KingdomLovely location , welcoming and friendly staff. Cosy restaurant and a good menu and tasty breakfast Highly recommended
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 14 September 2023
Adam
United KingdomVery friendly staff, welcoming for dogs, comfortable rooms and great food.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 11 September 2023
Diana
United KingdomThere was no fruit and yoghurt option for breakfast.
We thought this was a very well run hotel with friendly staff in a really super picturesque location. The evening meal was exceptionally good and far exceeded our expectations. Great chef. Also we were able to stay just the one weekend night (on our way to Scotland) which many places won’t allow you to do. We hope to return for a longer stay
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 8 September 2023
Catherine
United KingdomN/A
The staff were excellent, attentive and professional. Our room was lovely, we ate in the restaurant and really enjoyed our meal. The breakfast was very nice. The setting and location are gorgeous.n/
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 27 August 2023
Dawn
United KingdomThis is a delightful hotel for a special treat. The staff go over and above to make your stay happy and comfortable. Would definitely visit again.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 8 August 2023
Charlie
United KingdomWeather could have been better!
Gorgeous location. Fabulous food with lots of local produce. Cosy room with lovely views. Attentive staff.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 24 July 2023
Chapman
United KingdomVery friendly staff. Great location.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 19 July 2023
Susan
United KingdomAll I can critise is would have liked bottle of water replaced (for tablet taking) but I am sure if I had asked it would have been no problem
Beautiful setting - friendly professional staff eager to please. Amazing food
Stayed in July 2023
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