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The Chequers Inn

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A cozy cabin interior with a sofa, cushions, a dining table, and a TV mounted on the wall. - The Chequers Inn (Harrogate)
A restaurant with a brick column, blue chairs, and a bar area. - The Chequers Inn (Harrogate)
A bar area with wooden bar stools, a counter, and a brick wall. - The Chequers Inn (Harrogate)
A cozy, wooden interior with a dining area, a sofa, and a kitchen. - The Chequers Inn (Harrogate)
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You can look forward to a terrace, a garden, and a bar at The Chequers Inn. The on-site restaurant offers lunch and dinner. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

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Room options

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A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A bedroom with two beds, wooden paneling on the walls, a large window with curtains, and a mirror above the beds.

Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Single Room, 1 Bedroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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A wooden cabin with a deck, outdoor seating, and a large umbrella.

Family Cabin

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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A well-lit room with a bed, a green armchair, a small wooden table, a TV mounted on the wall, and a sliding glass door leading to a balcony.

Deluxe Double Room

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Harrogate, The Chequers Inn is in the historical district. Royal Hall and Mercer Art Gallery are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Oldest Sweet Shop in England and Otley Market. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Exercise Stadium or Yorkshire Event Centre. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. Visit our Harrogate travel guide
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Map
Fountains Abbey Road, Bishop Thornton, Harrogate, England, HG3 3JN

What's nearby

  • A castle by a calm lake surrounded by lush greenery and a clear sky.
    Ripley Castle and Gardens
    5 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • An ancient stone castle with a tall tower, surrounded by ruins and a grassy field.
    Fountains Abbey
    6 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • A river meandering through a lush park with trees and a distant building.
    Studley Royal Park
    6 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • An ancient stone structure with arched walkways and a central archway.
    Nidderdale
    7 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • Ripley Ice Cream
    4 min drive - 3.3 miles

Getting around

  • Knaresborough Station
    10 min drive
  • Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford)
    24 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Gardeners Arms
    11 min drive
  • Royal Oak Inn
    11 min drive
  • Studley tearoom
    5 min drive
  • Fountains Tea Rooms
    6 min drive
  • The Boar's Head
    3 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 14 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM

Contactless check-in available

Express check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Late check-out fee: GBP 20.00

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 3:00 PM - 10:30 PM

Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 16 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 16 and older are welcome

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 14.00 per person
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 20.00

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Guests under 16 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property

Frequently asked questions

Is The Chequers Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Chequers Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM.

What time is check-out at The Chequers Inn?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for GBP 20.00.

Where is The Chequers Inn located?

Situated in the historical district, this inn is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Ripley Castle and Gardens and 2.6 mi (4.3 km) from Studley Royal Park. Fountains Abbey and Studley Roger Seven Bridges Walk are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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

The Chequers Inn Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.4

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 162 out of 261 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 78 out of 261 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 261 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 261 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 261 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely stay,hotel room very clean and comfortable. Meals really good with apple pie absolutely delicious. Would recommend a visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Family owned and run, staff were so friendly and helpful, and the accommodation was excellent. 100% will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
lovely place to stay, with great food and fabulous staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a great stay, very friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
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8/10 Good

GORDON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really comfortable room excellent meals, good shower quiet
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean rooms great food
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room large, spotlessly clean, modern, quiet, could not fault.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was great and very friendly in a nice area which was very quiet, but easy accesible to the local towns.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stop over near Harrogate on way to Iron Bridge.

Great quiet location with plenty of parking. Host very friendly and helpful. Room lovely and clean with great amenities. Excellent breakfast and service.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Absolutely everything was great It’s a great place to stay friendly attentive people great rooms and service. Thoroughly recommend and we will definitely be going again. Keep it up folks Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

peter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Good location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Vaughan

Liked: Staff & service
Very quiet comfy room good location for Ripon and Harrogate.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely service in the bar last night, nice meal Clean rooms. Have stayed few times before, always good.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely well equipped cosy room and the staff were helpful and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful stay

Perfect for a comfortable, friendly overnight stay. Food was delicious and the service From check in to the table service was excellent. We would choose to stay again when in the area
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Gerrit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely hotel

Lovely hotel with personal touch; very clean in room and public spaces. Excellent food as well. Great base for visiting Yorkshire, with Fountains Abbey very close.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay if visiting area

Great place to stay. Quiet location and beautiful views. Lovely hotel. Rooms comfortable and cosy. Staff very friendly and food excellent. Easy to get to places of interest within a few miles.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Laurainne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Parking easy. Service great. Cheese cake, the best ever all bar food and drinks very reasonable price
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly helpful staff. Superb carvery and top notch breakfast. Clean and warm rooms with a nice bath.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Worth a visit

Really welcoming staff, all prepared for arrival, room clean, with room facilities to meet my needs.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Liked: Amenities
Excellent food & service in a cosy village pub. Rooms very nicely fitted out.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely stay

We had such a lovely relaxing stay. The staff/ owners we very friendly. We will be returning. Bar and restaurant had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very welcoming and pleasant staff. Comfortable room. Excellent breakfast and evening meals.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful place.

Very nice place in a lovely part of the world. Good food, good drink, good service. Will book again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Beverley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A beautiful stay

What a little gem in North Yorkshire! We stayed overnight for my birthday and honestly couldn’t fault it Beautiful breakfast and meal in the restaurant Friendly staff, spotless rooms and public areas and a lovely spot Would highly reccomend and we will definitely be back
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024