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The Black Hat

3.5 star property
Inn with a restaurant, near Ilkley Moor

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The Black Hat sits near Ilkley Moor offering a peaceful escape with its garden and restaurant. Guests connect with WiFi in their rooms or gather at the bar with friends. The staff receives consistent praise for their attentive service.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Room options

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Showing 4 of 4 rooms

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

Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Espresso maker
Desk chair
Iron/ironing board
Pet friendly
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double or Twin Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double or Twin Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Espresso maker
Desk chair
Iron/ironing board
Pet friendly
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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

King Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Espresso maker
Desk chair
Iron/ironing board
Pet friendly
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Espresso maker
Desk chair
Iron/ironing board
Pet friendly
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Church Street, Ilkley, England, LS29 9DR

What's nearby

  • The DalesWay - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Ilkley Golf Club - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Bolton Priory - 9 min drive - 7.2 miles
  • Skipton Castle - 15 min drive - 11.1 miles
  • East Riddlesden Hall - 16 min drive - 11.4 miles

Getting around

  • Ilkley Station - 5 min walk
  • Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bini Tap House - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Lister's Arms (Wetherspoon) - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bettys Café Tea Rooms - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Ticket Office - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Black Hat

Inn near Ilkley Moor
Located close to Bolton Priory and Bingley St. Ives Golf Club, The Black Hat provides a garden, a bar, and a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at The Black Hat have amenities such as free WiFi, desk chairs, and espresso makers. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 6 per day)

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 6 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 steps to reach entrance
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15 per accommodation, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 6 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 6 per day
  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per accommodation, per day
  • 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

The Black Hat Inn
The Black Hat Inn
The Black Hat Ilkley
The Black Hat Inn Ilkley
The Black Hat Ilkley
The Black Hat Inn Ilkley

Frequently asked questions

Is The Black Hat pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 15 per accommodation, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

What time is check-in at The Black Hat?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Black Hat?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Black Hat located?

Situated near the airport, this inn is 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Ilkley Moor and within 9 mi (15 km) of Bolton Priory and Yorkshire Dales National Park. Skipton Castle and Lister Park are also within 12 mi (20 km). Ilkley Station is 5 minutes by foot and Ben Rhydding Station is 25 minutes.

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Reviews

The Black Hat Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Eco-friendliness

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 156 out of 188 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 188 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 188 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 188 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 188 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice pub - lovely room - breakfast spot on and so nothing fancy but a nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff Great room Spot on
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sonia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Surprisingly spacious quiet room and bathroom. In centre of Ilkley so next to all shops and restaurants. Nathan,who was check in staff, was polite cheerful and very helpful. Enjoyed my stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan

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

Always a pleasure to stay here

Always a lovely comfortable stay at the Black Hat. Great rooms, mine was prepared by Jonnel who always does a great job.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely rooms and bathroom. Great location for a nearby wedding. Service was friendly and welcoming
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable and convenient place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard

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

Ideal location, friendly and clean

The hotel is in a great location in the center of Ilkley, staff were super friendly and helpful. The room was immaculate and had everything you need (including a coffee machine). Cooked Breakfast was excellent. Parking was limited but its right next to a large pay and display
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent rooms and excellent staff that are always smiling! Cracking place if you are in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great stay!

Great stay here! Immaculate rooms. Comfy and and the food is great! Great host from the landlord.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nothing not to like
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

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

Excellent would stay again

Great location, very clean, nice pub . Room lovely nice bathroom with excellent shower. Breakfast was one of the biggest and best we've eaten!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Gillian

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

Excellent pub/inn

Amazing property to stay at. Friendly staff. Rooms decorated to a high standard and the breakfast the next morning was so nice. Highly recommend this as a place to stay whilst visiting Ilkley 10/10
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

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

Great hotel, fantastic staff, excellent location

This is a great hotel/pub in an excellent location in the centre of Ilkley. The landlord and his staff were all super friendly and could not do enough for us. We were given an upgrade on our rooms, and were allowed an early checkin despite the place being really busy for Mothers Day. Breakfast was particularly good - especially the scrambled egg and three-pan-omelette - highly recommended if you’re staying here :-)
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

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

The Black Hat 👍

Could not fault anything room and breakfast was lovely. Very helpful manager assisted us with our early check in and car parking. Would definitely recommend 👍
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bhavna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous family room!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed over night with friends after a wedding. Hotel is in an excellent location with comfy, clean rooms. Breakfast was very good
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great find. Lovely room and a fantastic breakfast. A very friendly and welcoming pub.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We really enjoyed our stay at The Black Hat. Tony was an amazing host and nothing was too much trouble; from his friendly welcome to help with car parking. Ilkley is a lovely quaint town with great shops, restaurants and bars.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eduardo

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

Accommodation and Pub in one 😎

Ilkley is a lovely old village and the Black Hat is not only a great place where to stay, but also a nice pub with nice vibe.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean & tidy. Check in was easy & staff were really hlepful. Ideal location for Ilkley. Breakfast staff were really friendly, smiley & helpful. Yorkshire hospitality at it's best.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

carole

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

Relaxing in Yorkshire

Our hosts were friendly and welcoming. The room was very comfortable and spacious. The en suite fully stocked with toiletries and clean towels. Thank you to Jonell for servicing our room, keeping it stocked with beverages and snacks.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shirley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous place to stay so pleased we found it! Nice and clean and comfortable. Staff are lovely. Very nice food too. Fingers crossed that we return soon. Thanks
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

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

Stephen & Jill

Great overnight stay. Immaculate, clean and spacious room at front.Very good pub meal in bar and brilliant cooked breakfast. Wonderful welcome from Tony and his team. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

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

Such a gem!

Our stay at the Black Hat was incredible! The staff were all so friendly, it felt like a home away from home! The room was clean, spacious and very comfortable. The pub downstairs is a lovely place for drinks and some food, showing the major sporting events. The Ashes were on and a bit hit! Couldn’t recommend more!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

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