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Best Western Forest & Vale Hotel

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A building with large windows, a patio area with outdoor seating, and two illuminated trees. - Best Western Forest & Vale Hotel (Pickering)
A living room with a fireplace, two upholstered chairs, and a large painting on the wall. - Best Western Forest & Vale Hotel (Pickering)
A hotel room with a large bed, a bathtub, a vanity with a mirror, and a bathroom with a sink and towel rack. - Best Western Forest & Vale Hotel (Pickering)
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Consider a stay at Best Western Forest & Vale Hotel and take advantage of a terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a bar and a restaurant.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar

Room options

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View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, and a wall-mounted lamp.

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a desk, and a mirror.

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Executive Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a table with a tray, and artwork on the walls.

Executive Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Executive Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a table with a tray, and artwork on the walls.

Executive Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking

  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Twin Bed, Non Smoking

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, a sink, and a mirror.

Standard Room, 1 Twin Bed, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

A four-poster bed with a floral wallpaper, a bedside table with a lamp, and a built-in wardrobe.

Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a radiator, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for 2 Single Beds, Non-Smoking, Executive Room

Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request)

2 Single Beds, Non-Smoking, Executive Room

  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for 1 Double Bed, Non-Smoking, Standard Room

Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request)

1 Double Bed, Non-Smoking, Standard Room

  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for 1 Double Bed, Non-Smoking, Superior Room

Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request)

1 Double Bed, Non-Smoking, Superior Room

  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Pickering, Best Western Forest & Vale Hotel is in the city center. North Yorkshire Moors Railway and Pickering Castle are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Malton and Norton Golf Club and Wolds Way Golf. Flamingo Land Theme Park and Zoo and The Milton Rooms are also worth visiting. Visit our Pickering travel guide
Map
Malton Road, Pickering, England, YO18 7DL

What's nearby

  • A stone castle ruin with a flag on top, surrounded by green grass and trees.
    Pickering Castle
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • A roller coaster with a wooden track and a blue loop, surrounded by tall, striped support columns.
    Flamingo Land Theme Park and Zoo
    9 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • Pickering Church
    4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • North Yorkshire Moors Railway
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Beck Isle Museum
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Malton Station
    14 min drive
  • Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford)
    84 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Sun Inn
    11 min walk
  • The Grapes
    10 min drive
  • Russell's Cafe
    5 min walk
  • The Black Bull
    2 min drive
  • Bay Horse Inn
    5 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 16 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

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 registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 5 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property will host numerous weddings and functions on select weekends. Guests should expect a high level of noise until midnight.

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Thursday and Sunday:
  • Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 16 per person

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
Parties and events (including weddings and other events) are allowed on site
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Frequently asked questions

Is Best Western Forest & Vale Hotel 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 Best Western Forest & Vale Hotel?

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

What time is check-out at Best Western Forest & Vale Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Best Western Forest & Vale Hotel located?

Located in the heart of Pickering, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Pickering Church, North Yorkshire Moors Railway, and Beck Isle Museum. Pickering Castle and North York Moors National Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Best Western Forest & Vale Hotel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.6

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 167 out of 248 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 62 out of 248 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 248 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 248 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 248 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Marian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful listed building, dining room looks out onto large garden, stayed in a quiet garden view room. Food, amenities, attitude of staff all excellent. Would highly recommend staying here, everyone was cheerful and helpful, nothing was too much trouble.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous stay. Breakfast was delicious room clean and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely & clean & the staff are really helpful & kind & always smiling
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Iain

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right in the centre of town plenty of parking and a lovely breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel great location and nice staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely old building, very well maintained and clean. Staff were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Hotel / Location in , Pickering for Visiting Yorkshire
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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8/10 Good

Barry Batterbury

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and of course it is central to Pickering.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very enjoyabld stay. Very friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very nice place to call home for a few days. Staff are friendly and obliging.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was perfectly placed for a walk to the station. The town was delightful with a good Italian restaurant and other shops around
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Martin

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

Well worth a Visit

Comfortable + Warm - great location and great helpful staff make this a hotel worth using as often as possible.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

A J

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

Best western forest and vale hotel

Very friendly helpfull staff,plenty of choice for breakfast and dinner.Situated in the town center. Our room was away from the road so very quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Were ever I travel in Britain if there is a best western that is the hotel I stay at ,so far I have never been let down by a clean good size room,friendly staff and excellent breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were absolutely fantastic friendly caring and very helpful. The breakfast was lovely and quickly served.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We only stayed one night but we had a lovely evening meal.we didnt stay around fir breakfast as we felt it was too expensive. All in all a pleasant stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Antony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed at this hotel many times it’s a lovely traditional property with friendly helpful staff It’s well appointed for a number of restaurants in and around the Main Street
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Tracey

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

Great hotel, fab location

Lovely hotel, room 14 is fabulous. Great location and easy car parking. Staff very friendly and helpful. Definitely be back and recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Christina

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

Stay

Second time Iv stayed and really good service and room was just right
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Alan

Very helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were exceptional, helpful, kind and polite. Room were clean and of a high standard, meals were lovely and service was quick and staff again, very kind and wanting to help and advice. Would definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel - room not noisy despite being on the road side of the hotel. Staff were lovely (as was the hotel cat) and the food was great (and large). Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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6/10 Okay

ABIGAIL

Lovely old building, and very friendly helpful staff, however the walls and floors are very thin. You will hear everything your upstairs and next door neighbours are saying and doing.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great position. Near the railway station. Excellent food at a good price. Staff so helpful and chatty
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Greeted with friendly staff who informed us that we had been upgraded to an executive room. Good sized room with all facilities. Excellent breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024