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Lister Arms

4.0 star property
Inn in Skipton with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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The Lister Arms offers upscale accommodations in a rural setting with a complimentary English breakfast. Enjoy meals at the on-site restaurant, evening drinks at the bar, and WiFi throughout. Guests praise the helpful staff and beautiful surroundings.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly

Room options

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1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi

Cosy Double or Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Cosy Double Room | 1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi

Cosy Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Character Double or Twin Room | 1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi

Character Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Double Room (Barn Character) | 1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room (Barn Character)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Room (Cosy Twin Room) | 1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi

Standard Twin Room (Cosy Twin Room)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room (Barn Feature Double or Twin) | 1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi

Deluxe Double or Twin Room (Barn Feature Double or Twin)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Feature Accessible Room | 1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi

Feature Accessible Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi

Classic Family or Triple Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

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Barn Feature Family room with Sofa Bed and Bunks | 1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi

Barn Feature Family room with Sofa Bed and Bunks

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi

Feature Family Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Bunk Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds, 2 Twin Bunk Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi

Classic Family Room with Bunk Beds

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds OR 2 Twin Beds and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Feature Double or Twin with Sofa Bed | 1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi

Feature Double or Twin with Sofa Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Character Double or Twin with Sofa Bed

Character Double or Twin with Sofa Bed | 1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi

Character Double or Twin with Sofa Bed

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Malham, Skipton, England, BD23 4DB

What's nearby

  • Kirkby Malham Church - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Gordale Scar - 5 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Malham Cove - 6 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Malham Tarn - 14 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Grassington Tourist Information Centre - 21 min drive - 14.4 miles

Getting around

  • Cononley Station - 21 min drive
  • Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Fisherman - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Buck Inn - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Old Hall Inn - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Ye Olde Naked Man Cafe - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Talbot Arms - ‬15 min drive

About this property

Lister Arms

Upscale inn in a rural location
Free English breakfast, a garden, and a fireplace in the lobby are just a few of the amenities provided at Lister Arms. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. In addition to a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • A 24-hour front desk, free newspapers, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms at Lister Arms include amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
  • Electric kettles, heating, and daily housekeeping

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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
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays and 8:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per stay
  • 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Lister Arms Inn Malham
Lister Arms Inn
Lister Arms Malham
Lister Arms Inn Skipton
Lister Arms Hotel Malham
Lister Arms Malham, Yorkshire
Lister Arms Skipton
Lister Arms Inn
Lister Arms Skipton
Lister Arms Inn Skipton

Frequently asked questions

Is Lister Arms pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 20 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Lister Arms?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Lister Arms?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

What time is check-out at Lister Arms?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Lister Arms located?

Situated in a national park, this inn is within 1 mi (2 km) of Malham Cove and Gordale Scar. Kirkby Malham Church and Malham Tarn are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Lister Arms Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 216 out of 271 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 46 out of 271 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 271 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 271 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 271 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant overnight stay, nice facilities and good food.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place and lovely rooms friendly people and good food.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very helpful staff and clean room. Nice area to walk around.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent food and service Staff friendly and helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay..ideal location Food..drink..room..staff all 10/10
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great menu, comfortable room and friendly staff. Lister Arms is a charming country inn amidst one of the most charming places in England. We loved our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A welcoming and cosy place. Lovely food and good service. Lots of little extras and a good variety at breakfast, amazing granola!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was fantastic! Very much enjoyed the character of the place
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sophie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed at 4 different properties over 4 nights, and we agree that the rooms at The Lister Arms were our favourite.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

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

Fabulous place to stay with family and dogs

Amazing food, service and staff. Highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

ARTHUR

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

Very enjoyable...highly recommended

Warm welcome, very friendly service throughout, helpful staff and good dining Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic! Absolutely brilliant location, and gorgeous room. The food in the restaurant and for breakfast is amazing, with plenty of vegetarian options. To top it off , the staff are very friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian

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

Fantastic stay!

We had a great stay at the Lister Arms. We stayed in a cozy room, which was cozy, but absolutely fine. The breakfast was good, and food in the restaurant great. The service provided throughout was exceptional. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All was exerlent.Lovely place lovely staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

cosy

Nice and cosy place to stay. Great restaurant and bar within location. Breakfast included!

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

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

Highly recommended

Excellent stay at The Lister Arms Staff very friendly and helpful. Would definitely come back
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Antony

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
It would be hard to get such a more beautiful location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aimee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I booked this stay for me and my mum for her birthday, and it was lovely! The perfect location for a long walk seeing the 3 main sights. Room was absolutely lovely with nice little touches. Food in the restaurant downstairs was great too. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic first stay at the Listers Arms.Everyone was so friendly.Fantastic food and great list of beers.Loved the power shower.Will be back.Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Lister Arms is as magical as the landscape surrounding it. My only regret is that we stayed only one night. Our room was comfortable and well appointed, and the food at the pub and restaurant were as good as it gets. It was the most delicious breakfast and dinner we experienced during our ten day British journey. And nothing beats the trails and scenery of the Dales National Forest! My goal is to return one day and stay a while.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Simon

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

Great stay and staff but could make small change

The staff and the overall experience was excellent. The only small issue - although I don't wish to take away from the excellent staff - is that the staff (or some of them) leave through the back patio garden area after the pub closes. This is guaranteed to wake you up as they can be noisy. If they left through the front entrance (or left really quietly), the problem would be solved. The hotel is excellent in every other way.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Graham

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

Lovely location, lovely hotel, lovely staff

Well, first the location. This hotel is in Malham - in the centre of some of the finest walking country (looks pretty good from a car too, actually) you could imagine. Marvellous walks, quite literally, on your doorstep. Now the hotel. Lovely. Very comfortable, good food, beer and wine (I tried them all). Lastly, but definitely not leastly, the staff. I've stayed in quite a few different places and it's always the staff that make the difference between the merely good, and the exceptional hotels. Staff at the Lister Arms were, without exception, lovely. They were very welcoming and nothing was too much trouble. All in all, this is a great place to stay to explore a wonderful part of the country.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Standard if accommodation was first class albeit a little pricey. Staff and comfort were spot on. Food was good but not many healthy or veggie options. Overall we were very satisfied.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

gillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
lovely room in the barn annex. Good quality produce. However, the kitchen doesnt cater very well for lactose intolerance - only butter for toast at breakfast. Also, potatoes/chips are not always included with main courses have to pay for these separately. Food generally on the pricey side.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Amenities
We stayed in the Barn. The facility is just across the road from the main hotel. We found the room exceptionally clean, cosy, modern and a comfortable bed. Breakfast was superb. Evening meal was great too. Cannot fault it!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

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