High Street Gargrave, Skipton, BD23 3RB, United Kingdom
#2 of 8 hotels in Skipton
Guests' ChoiceBased on 824 hotel reviews
9.0Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.5
Location
9.3
Facilities
9.3
Staff
9.4
Value for money
9.2
Free WiFi
8.5
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 1 September 2025
Patricia
United KingdomThe breakfast was ok but not much variety in continental part. It would've been good to have some fruit or yogurt. I didn't ask the staff as I wanted a cooked meal so there well could've been alternatives but I didn't see them out anywhere.
Good sized room.1 of us liked mattress other didn't. Clean and well maintained. Size of shower room good. Friendly staff. We would stay here again.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 31 August 2025
Michael
United KingdomCan't think of anything.
Very helpful staff and great food. Some nice short walks.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 31 August 2025
Richard
United KingdomNothing
We booked late and did not expect the Inn to be so good. The room ,facilities, and breakfast were excellent. The staff went above and beyond the normal and were always willing to help.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 27 August 2025
Nathan
United KingdomEverything was spot on
Very good breakfast nothing was too much trouble , all our needs were met including our dog's needs , very clean, everything worked as it should
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 26 August 2025
Michaela
United KingdomWas quaint but also modern and very clean, very comfortable and the staff were brilliant. Great outside area with plenty of seating. Breakfast was very nice and the staff very friendly and accommodating. We were attending a wedding at the Coniston and it was just a 5 min Uber ride away.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 22 August 2025
Deborah
United KingdomLovely big room. Very clean . Nice breakfast. Friendly staff
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 22 August 2025
Jeanne
AustraliaMy itinerary meant I couldn’t stay longer.
Everything was seamless with friendly staff, easy check- in, good facilities, free off road parking, extra decorative touches in bedroom such as local soft wool curtains and cushion covers, patterned china cups and saucers for BYO tea/ coffee, modern ensuite bathroom. Most diners in evening were families and couples who were not Old Swan guests… a good sign. Good range of menu for food and drinks. Despite being on main road, the night was quiet. A high bar for hospitality. Highly recommended for the traveller.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 15 August 2025
Hugh
United KingdomBreakfast
Excellent breakfast. All staff excellent
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 8 August 2025
Elizabeth
United KingdomOn A65. A bit tatty at front
Excellent decor and ambiance
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 7 August 2025
D
BelgiumBeautiful example of a rural country side hotel, with very friendly staff, excellent food and comfort, and a practical parking space at the hotel.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 28 July 2025
Susan
United KingdomNot much room each side of the bed
Modern comfortable room and shower .Clean with good lighting.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 26 July 2025
Danielle
United KingdomWe thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the old swan. We needed to leave early and they went out of their way to accommodate us with breakfast. The rooms are beautiful and the entertainment was wonderful.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 23 July 2025
Andrew
United KingdomIt was pretty hot in the room. A small fan was provided...
Really nicely renovated, spotless bedroom. Good location. Friendly staff.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 21 July 2025
Melanie
United KingdomReally lovely room, lots of extra touch’s that were really great, fan was really appreciated as it was a hot few days. Really lovely decor and the bed was really comfy. Food was really good too
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 18 July 2025
Thomas
United KingdomFantastic bedroom and bathroom Good parking
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 11 July 2025
Christine
United KingdomNothing
The hotel was very clean and the food and service excellent. We spoke to the chap who ran it and he was very nice. He was enthusiastic and we hope he does well
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 10 July 2025
Jean-daniel
SwitzerlandThe room temperature was a bit too warm.
The room was up to contemporary standards. The bed was comfortable, and the staff was attentive. Fortunately, there were additional windowpanes installed that kept the sound of traffic muffled.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 10 July 2025
Steve
United KingdomThought breakfast was slightly disorganised
The room was very spacious and comfortable, evening meal was very nice .staff very friendly and helpful.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 7 July 2025
Melanie
United KingdomToilet was loose. Needs repair
Extras such as coffee and tea. Great location
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 24 June 2025
Mcdonald
United KingdomA lack of fresh soft fruit at breakfast. We thought we had booked B&B rate and were disappointed to learn it was 'Room only", greater clarity is needed when making an online booking
A good atmosphere in the building and friendly "locals". A comfortable room and bed. Choice of good food in the evening.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 16 June 2025
Mark
United KingdomNothing .
What a surprise, I really didn't know what to expect. Busy pub, lovely dining area, really nice staff. And rooms that are exceptionally. You could not want for anything. All for a very affordable price. Food in the evening was perfect, not an extensive menu, but what I had was done very well. Breakfast is done well, plenty of options. Dog friendly, and access to a lovely path which takes you to a lovely canal walk across from a good carpark.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 13 June 2025
Chris
GermanyGreat location for the Dales. We enjoyed our stay a lot
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 12 June 2025
Michael
United KingdomFriendly staff, great food and breakfast
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 8 June 2025
Garner
United KingdomThe selection of real ale is impressive. Comfortable and well laid out.breakfast is very nice and the rooms are a good size. The staff are accommodating and knowledgeable.
The pub is great it has a good selection of real ale and larger cider which you would expect. Very accommodating to walkers and customers with dogs and families there are two snug rooms as well as a very large enclosed beer garden.
Stayed in June 2025
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