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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

7.8 out of 10
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

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

Classic Twin Room

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

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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

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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

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

Superior Double Room

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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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

Standard Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3

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

Four Poster Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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

Classic Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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

Classic Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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

Superior Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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

Superior Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

About the neighborhood

Located in Harrogate, Cairn Hotel is in the city center and near a train station. Turkish Baths and Health Spa and Harrogate Theatre are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Harrogate Golf Club and Pannal Golf Club. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Exercise Stadium or Yorkshire Event Centre. Practice your golf swing on a nearby course, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as hiking/biking trails in the area. 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 Theatre
    Harrogate Theatre
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Harrogate Convention Centre
    Harrogate Convention Centre
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Turkish Baths and Health Spa
    8 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

About this property

Cairn Hotel

Hotel in the city center
A coffee shop/cafe, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services are just a few of the amenities provided at Cairn Hotel. The on-site Modern European cuisine restaurant, The Windsor Restaurant, offers breakfast, dinner, and kids' meals. In addition to a bar and a gym, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • English breakfast (surcharge), luggage storage, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting rooms, laundry services, and an elevator
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 135 rooms boast comforts such as 24-hour room service, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • Electric kettles, heating, and daily housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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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.

Property is also known as

Cairn Harrogate
Cairn Hotel
Cairn Hotel Harrogate
Hotel Cairn
Cairn Hotel Yorkshire Harrogate
Cairn Hotel Hotel
Cairn Hotel Harrogate
Cairn Hotel Hotel Harrogate

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, Harrogate Ringway, 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

7.8

Good

8.2

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

8.4

Staff & service

7.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 331 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 385 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 175 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 75 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 36 out of 1002 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Malcolm

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

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
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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

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night 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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights 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

10/10 Excellent

Neill

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean. The service at the bar was second to none. We really enjoyed it stay, over 2 nights at the Cairn hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 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
Verified

8/10 Good

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room & friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect hotel for our Christmas trip with friends. Quiet location yet easy walk to town, lovely old hotel with bags of character, large car park and the staff were exceptional in all aspects of their service. Would definitely recommend this hotel and we will visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very kind staff, the breakfast buffet is lovely and the hotel building is beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jackie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location, short walk into town centre. Very helpful reception staff. Large very clean room and bath. Great to have full size bath. Large free carpark. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable bed and nice breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The temperature in the bathroom was very cold. I found the hotel staff provided an excellent service
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Norman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff very good. Easy parking. Good breakfast with excellent service. Warm. Close walking distance to town centre.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well positioned hotel for a weekend in Harrogate. Short walk into town, plenty of parking and friendly staff. An older property but nicely modernised and maintained rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Plenty of parking, warm welcome in enormous reception with lots of comfortable seating areas, helpful local info. Comfortable rooms in grand old hotel. Some areas need a bit of paint but generally good condition. Comfortable beds.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Niranjan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
All of the above including the WiFi. I loved the hotel but didn't try the breakfast as we were to travel for an appointment.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff service in the dining room was very efficient.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025