4.1-star Skipton Hotel offers en suite rooms, canal-side dining, indoor pool, and LGBTQ+ friendly atmosphere, just 1.5 miles from Skipton Castle.
Guests appreciate the helpful and welcoming staff, spacious rooms, and peaceful location by the canal. While dining experiences and some spa facilities receive mixed feedback, the hotel suits visitors seeking a relaxing break near Skipton with good amenities.
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Located on Keighley Road alongside a scenic canal, Skipton Hotel (formerly Hotel Rendezvous) offers contemporary accommodations in a quiet area just outside Skipton town centre. The modern en suite rooms provide views across the surrounding hills or the canal, and the hotel includes facilities such as an indoor swimming pool, a terrace, and a canal-side restaurant that some guests appreciate for its setting despite occasional renovation works.
Guests at the property have access to nearby amenities including Rise Fitness Skipton gym and an electric vehicle charging station, supporting various wellness and practical needs. The hotel is known to be LGBTQ+ friendly, providing an inclusive environment for diverse visitors. Check-in begins at 15:00 with check-out by 11:00.
Reviewers have highlighted the friendly and helpful staff, particularly noting the reception and bar areas as welcoming. The breakfast buffet receives positive mentions for its variety, with rooms described as spacious and warm. However, some guests found elements like afternoon tea less impressive, and at times, spa facilities such as the sauna and jacuzzi require maintenance attention.
The location is suitable for visitors looking to explore nearby attractions like Skipton Castle (1.5 miles away) and enjoy peaceful canal walks. The hotel is a practical choice for families and groups requiring accessible rooms, as management has shown responsiveness in accommodating specific needs. Overall, Skipton Hotel offers a balanced option for those seeking convenient facilities coupled with a tranquil setting.
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My wife and myself stayed here in October for a weekend break. We had free use of the gym and pool which was a really nice bonus. The receptionist Sharon was extremely friendly and helpful. The buffet breakfast is first class with both continental and cooked English. We will definitely be back!
Had a Groupon afternoon tea. Very basic and uninspired. Egg and cheese sandwiches with a challenging scone for the vegetarian option. One finger sandwich with ham added for the meat eater. The coffee was warm, but refilled on request. The restaurant and conservatory were under renovation, which we were not advised of. Sadly, all rather disappointing. The staff were in no way to blame.
We booked a family room as our daughter is disabled and in a wheelchair, when given our room the bathroom was not wheelchair friendly, the door would not shut as loose hinges and door handle came off in my hand, 1 screw in it. Management were great, moved us into a different room that was perfect for our needs. The bar area was nice and location not too bad, about 1.5 miles from Skipton Town centre.
Afternoon Tea - I took my Mum for her 85th Birthday. I had read the reviews of afternoon tea and didn't know what to expect, as some were good and some were poor. Which you do get on reviews. The whole experience was lovely, from the moment we walked into the hotel we were looked after. The staff were polite, friendly and nothing was too much trouble. We were seated in the conservatory restaurant and had beautiful views of the canal and beyond. The food was well presented and a nice choice of sandwiches. If we had needed it, all dietary requirements were catered for. The sandwiches were beautiful cut, the quiche and sausage rolls were warm and delicious. The was three different cakes, each just the right amount and cut and presented nicely. There were scones, jam, clotted cream and fresh strawberries. The strawberries and clotted cream were very fresh and the jam was good. The only thing I would say is the scones were done a little too long in the oven as they were crunchy on the outside, but edible and slightly sweet as they had icing sugar on. Not something we are used to. Our scones are soft and freshly made, but I must add the scones were good to eat but not what I would expect on an afternoon tea. Overall, we could not fault it, the food, scenery, hotel atmosphere and friendly staff made it an enjoyable 2 hours. Thank you Skipton Hotel.
We had Ramblers weekend at the Skipton Hotel. It was so good we might book another one. Booking in was quick despite 27 of us in the group.Breakfasts were outstanding, made even better by the lovely views over the canal and countryside. Rooms were spacious and showers the best i have had in a hotel. We will be back
Another fantastic stay. The staff here are second to none. Everyone wears a smile and are always so helpful and polite. Food great as always. Rooms are spacious and so lovely and warm. The whole place is welcoming Love it here
Just a little out of town so nice and quiet. Lovely canal walks to the back of the hotel. Food was really good and definitely value for money. Pet friendly. Would definitely stay again.
Nice 2 day break away. Sauna not working or the jacuzi. Spa needs a bit of tlc. Swimming pool a nice size and steam room ok. Restaurant in a beatiful location overlooking the canal. Even though it was dark and cold outside you could still sit in conservatory and enjoy looking out. Even the swans swim up and down in the lights. Room a lovely size with views out across the hills and a nice size walk in shower. Nice bar and a big lounge to sit and relax in. Good value for money. Will definatly return
Situated along a canal, this traditional hotel is 1.5 miles from Skipton Castle and 12 miles from Brontë Parsonage Museum.
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