The Dower House & Spa is situated on the outskirts of the pretty North Yorkshire market town of Knaresborough, offering 38 beautiful bedrooms, award winning Storm Restaurant and bar. Escape to the sanctuary of onsite Imagine Spa, with a sauna, swim, steam or indulge in a spa treatment. With our app you can book your table reservations, check in, explore the hotel, spa, the local area and so much more.
Staff and service amazing continental breakfast and extras fab hotel beautiful in peaceful setting bed and bathroom very clean and relaxing. Special thank you to reception staff.
Staff and service amazing continental breakfast and extras fab hotel beautiful in peaceful setting bed and bathroom very clean and relaxing. Special thank you to reception staff.
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The hotel is quite easy to get to from both the North & South by road, we have ample car parking space and the charge is 2 per stay for overnight guests. From the A1(M) turn off at junction 47, joining the A59 which brings you through Knaresborough town centre, the hotel is on the right as you turn left on to Bond End.
The Dower House Hotel offers a comfortable haven in the pretty North Yorkshire town of Knaresborough. Close to the River Nidd walking routes and further afield the North York Moors & Yorkshire Dales National parks, there is plenty of open space to enjoy. Due to the age of the building some areas of the hotel may not be suitable for those with limited mobility, please call us to discuss your requirements - 01423 863 302.
Our check in time is from 3pm - an early check in can be guaranteed for an extra 25 and must be arranged prior to your visit. We ask that you vacate your room before 11 am / late check out can be arranged for an extra 10 per hour up to 2 pm and must be arranged prior to your visit. A number of our larger rooms are suitable for families, we can offer small extra beds suitable for younger children and we also have travel cots.
Award winning Storm restaurant is open daily to hotel guests and members of the public, booking is advised. With view over the terrace and gardens you can enjoy a peaceful dining experience and maybe do some wildlife spotting. Newly under the helm of Victoria Vasallo Storm restaurant is fast becoming a must visit on the Yorkshire dining scene.
Because Afternoon tea is an ideal opportunity for a little sophistication and elegance - We are dedicating a day every week to pay homage to this timeless tradition. A glass of chilled Da Luca Prosecco - fresh, dry and fruity, a pleasant and elegant bouquet with delightful floral hints. A glass of Louis Dornier Champagne- a light fresh vigorously youthful Champagne with a fine, elegant slightly lemony nose, lively mousse and long, crisp palate.
Reviews (8)
Chris French
Jul 14, 2021
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Light and airy restaurant, plenty of room, food mostly good (avoid Yorkshire Pudding). Could do with more staff as waiting to be seated was slow and one evening it took almost an hour from arrival to first course being served. Rooms clean and airy with excellent bathrooms. Plenty of parking and great location twixt Town and River.
Suzie S.
Jun 21, 2021
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Chris French
Oct 16, 2020
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Tina Armstrong
Sep 02, 2020
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Susan Crawford
Jun 14, 2020
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Mark Clipsham
Sep 26, 2018
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Absolutely wonderful stay at the hotel and spa. Fantastic service from staff and wonderful spa treatments. Evening meal and breakfast were both 1st class and I can't fault at all. The room was lovely. Full of character. Well equipped and clean and tidy. Our room was part of the old building and was full of character and quirkiness. Perfect stay in the perfect location for town and the riverside
Leslie & Susan Moore
Jun 14, 2018
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A fabulous location for a great hotel and spa. Lovely grounds,too rated choice at breakfast,all quality produce. Very pleasant room,the spa facilities are super. Very warm welcome at the reception, faultless all round really. Didn't need to drive at all,lots to see and do on foot. Highly recommended.
Qype User Fsharp
Dec 07, 2011
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I have been staying here regularly, and previously written a review with various subsequent edits, so I thought it time to start again from fresh.
A pleasant , clean and well run hotel owned by Ashdale Hotels Group , but marketed under the 'Best Western' banner. Staff have always been polite and helpful. Rooms vary in size but are clean and well appointed, Ive been favoured with large ones recently , one had a four poster.
Dinner is a three course affair for £19.95 and two for £16.95. Several choices, and the quality is first class and the food well presented. Last night I went fishy
A pleasant , clean and well run hotel owned by Ashdale Hotels Group , but marketed under the 'Best Western' banner. Staff have always been polite and helpful. Rooms vary in size but are clean and well appointed, Ive been favoured with large ones recently , one had a four poster.
Dinner is a three course affair for £19.95 and two for £16.95. Several choices, and the quality is first class and the food well presented. Last night I went fishy
