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Cairn Hotel

3.0 star property
This city center retreat offers urban convenience and peaceful relaxation, with a garden sanctuary, European cuisine, and modern amenities.

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The Cairn Hotel provides a quiet city center escape with its garden and coffee shop. The Windsor Restaurant serves Modern European dishes, while rooms come with high-speed WiFi. Travelers appreciate the helpful staff and can maintain their routines at the on-site gym.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Gym

Room options

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Classic Single Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(21 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Single Room, 1 Twin Bed | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Single Room, 1 Twin Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Family Room (4 people) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room (4 people)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Family Room (3 People) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room (3 People)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Double Room (4 Poster) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room (4 Poster)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Double Room Single Use

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Twin Room Single Use

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double Room Single Use

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Twin Room Single Use

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Triple Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Four Poster Suite | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Four Poster Suite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Harrogate, Cairn Hotel is in the city center and near a train station. Harewood House is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Yorkshire Dales National Park and Roundhay Park. RHS Garden Harlow Carr and Log Heights are also worth visiting. Break out the clubs and hit the links with a golf course nearby, or seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails. Visit our Harrogate travel guide
Map
Ripon Road, Harrogate, England, HG1 2JD

What's nearby

  • Royal Hall
    Royal Hall
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Valley Gardens
    Valley Gardens
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Harrogate Convention Centre
    Harrogate Convention Centre
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Turkish Baths and Health Spa
    8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Montpellier Quarter
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Harrogate Station
    11 min walk
  • Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford)
    21 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Winter Gardens
    5 min walk
  • Christies
    6 min walk
  • Harrogate Brewing Co On Royal Parade
    7 min walk
  • Nando's
    5 min walk
  • The Little Ale House
    7 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 14.95 for adults and GBP 7.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Lounge Bar
  • The Windsor Restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference center (18,729 square feet of space)
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 3 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 4 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 14.95 for adults and GBP 7.50 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards

We should mention

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Frequently asked questions

Is Cairn Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Cairn Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Cairn Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Cairn Hotel located?

Located in the heart of Harrogate, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Royal Hall and Turkish Baths and Health Spa. Mercer Art Gallery and Valley Gardens are also within 10 minutes. Harrogate Station is 11 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Cairn Hotel Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.2

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

8.4

Staff & service

7.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 336 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 381 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 174 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 74 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 37 out of 1002 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable room, good breakfast, plenty parking and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very obliging, rooms always cleaned with new towels and bedding, tried the food at the bar and can highly recommend the pizza, fabulous, breakfast huge variety and staff very helpful, would return again very enjoyable stay for 2 night's.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Isabelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well located with parking and within walking distance from town. Buffet breakfast, nothing special but would recommend this hotel based on value and convenience.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean spacious room and comfy bed and pillows.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Malcolm

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Ample parking. Breakfast plentiful and good selection.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vicky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was clean and comfortable, the breakfast was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Elaine

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Staff were very good and cleaner excellent, but hotel is very tired and in need of decorating even a lick of paint would be an improvement.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jackie

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed here loads of times and never disappointed. Staff are lovely and the hotel is always clean and tidy.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Debs

The room was clean and the beds very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A remarkable place, fascinating old building. Our family room was fine, no fridge or microwave.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
great friendly staff, great location, lovely old building
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were super friendly, a close walk to Harrogate centre for the theatre and restaurants. Plenty of parking, rooms are really comfortable and bathroom facilities are great. This was a business trip, but would stay again for local events. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Khurram Ali

Location is fantastic.Ample iof car parking and welcoming staff. Walking distance major attractions mainly the Convention centre and the high street which has ample of places to dine,
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good value three star Hotel. Delicious breakfast included in the price. Staff were really friendly. Very impressive foyer.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was amazingly clean. Food great, staff super friendly. Will definitely be back 5*
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent stay as always. The hotel is such great value. Staff are friendly and helpful staff. Room and bathroom clean and spacious with a lovely view (room 211).
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly staff, good rate for a room on a weekend, free parking, warm and lashings of hot water.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Dee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Good size rooms, lovely staff, good breakfast, hotels dated but that didn’t bother us Great value for money
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Spacious family room. Smart decor in the room. Public spaces could do with updating the decor. Friendly staff. Great location close to the centre of Harrogate
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was very clean and spacious. Staff very friendly. Lots of free parking for hotel guests.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean but very dated room . Excellent breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Katrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We didn’t eat at the hotel but good, clean and warm hotel with helpful staff. Would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean and comfortable, public areas were very nice and breakfast was lovely. Staff very attentive.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025