Cairn Hotel
📍 Ripon Rd, Harrogate, HG1 2JD, United Kingdom
About Cairn Hotel
Discover the perfect base for your Yorkshire adventure at Cairn Hotel - an exceptional stay for exploring Harrogate and its picturesque surroundings.
Price Expectations & Room Options
Cairn Hotel Harrogate offers a range of rooms to suit different budgets, with prices varying from low to high. The hotel offers standard rooms, which are comfortable and affordable, as well as deluxe rooms, which are more spacious and luxurious.
The prices for standard rooms typically range from £65 to £120 per night, while the prices for deluxe rooms range from £95 to £170 per night.
The hotel also offers special packages and deals throughout the year, which can provide even more value for money.
Cairn Hotel Harrogate offers a variety of room options to cater to different needs and preferences. The hotel has 135 guest rooms, including standard rooms, deluxe rooms, and family rooms. Standard rooms are ideal for solo travelers or couples, while deluxe rooms offer more space and amenities, such as king-sized beds and separate seating areas. The family rooms are perfect for families with children, featuring a double bed and bunk beds. All rooms are furnished to a high standard and include modern amenities, such as free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and tea and coffee-making facilities. Guests can also enjoy views of the town or gardens from their room.
10 Fast Facts
- Cairn Hotel is a historic hotel located in Harrogate, North Yorkshire, England.
- The hotel dates back to 1890 and was originally a row of Victorian townhouses.
- Cairn Hotel has 135 guest rooms, including standard and deluxe options.
- The hotel features a range of amenities, including a restaurant, bar, and conference facilities.
- Cairn Hotel has a prime location in Harrogate, just a short walk from the town center and Harrogate International Center.
- The hotel is also near popular local attractions, such as the Valley Gardens and Betty's Tea Rooms.
- Cairn Hotel is a popular venue for weddings and events, with several function rooms available for hire.
- The hotel has a rich history, having hosted many notable guests over the years, including Winston Churchill and Princess Grace of Monaco.
- Cairn Hotel has won several awards, including a TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence in 2019.
- The hotel is part of the Strathmore Hotels group, which operates a collection of hotels throughout the UK.
Property Description
Nestled within its own private grounds, the Cairn Hotel stands as a testament to the grandeur of the Victorian age, offering guests a blend of classical décor, modern amenities, and timeless hospitality. Located just a five-minute stroll from the heart of Harrogate, this magnificent hotel invites you to experience the charm of yesteryears with the comfort of today.
Victorian Splendor Meets Modern Comfort
Each room at the Cairn Hotel is a homage to traditional furnishings, offering guests a cozy retreat with private bathrooms, 24-hour room service, and tea/coffee-making facilities. Selected rooms elevate the experience further with luxurious bathrobes, complimentary wine, and chocolates, ensuring your stay is as indulgent as it is comfortable.
Dining and Leisure
The Windsor Restaurant at the Cairn Hotel promises a culinary journey with its locally sourced traditional menu, featuring a delightful carvery and an extensive selection of wines to complement your meal. The restaurant's classical pillars and arches create an atmosphere of opulence, while the bar and lounge area provide the perfect backdrop for unwinding with a drink in hand.
Exploring Harrogate and Beyond
Guests are perfectly positioned to explore the best of Harrogate, with both The Royal Pump Room Museums and the iconic Betty’s Tea Rooms just a ten-minute walk away. For those seeking culture, Harrogate Theatre is within easy reach, and Harrogate Train Station is a mere 15-minute walk, offering easy access to the wider region.
Amenities and Accessibility
With complimentary parking on offer, guests arriving by car can enjoy the convenience of exploring at their own pace. Whether you’re visiting Harrogate for its historical sites, its lush gardens, or simply for a taste of the spa town's renowned tea culture, Cairn Hotel provides a splendid base for all your adventures.
Choose the Cairn Hotel for your next escape to Harrogate and immerse yourself in the elegance of the Victorian era, all while enjoying the modern comforts and impeccable service that make your stay truly unforgettable.
Property Highlights
- Located in the best-rated area in Harrogate, this hotel has an excellent location score of 8.9
- Breakfast Info - Full English Breakfast, Vegetarian, Buffet
- Free parking available at the hotel
- Loyal Customers - There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.
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📍 Ripon Rd, Harrogate, HG1 2JD, United Kingdom
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Showing 5 of 1,345 reviews from Google Maps.Last updated 5 February 2026.
Recently stayed at this hotel. The staff are friendly and very helpful. The rooms are clean and for an old building it is always warm &cosy. The evening meals are very nice and portion sizes are more than enough for even the biggest eater. The breakfast has lots of options,cereals, fruit,meat,cheese or full English. Though our orders were messed up a couple of times but staff quickly rectified it. Overall nice hotel which is a stone throw from the centre and other amenities.
Though standard rooms tired, spot less clean, bedding , towels all lovely. Public rooms clean and tidy. Lovely staff, reasonable drink prices in the bar for a hotel. Breakfast very nice buffet style. Dinner excellent, fresh cooked and hot with hot plates we could not fault and as coach trip we had live entertainment also really good. Well done Cairn Hotel.
My husband and I spent two nights in this hotel. We had a small dog with us Whilst the hotel rooms were clean and tidy we did not experience any other part of hotel as we had a dog with us. We were disappointed , although stating dogs allowed for small fee that the only area we were permitted to sit with the dog was in a boring corridor despite a large open area at entrance. We also did not eat in the hotel as no area that allowed a dog. Our main issue however was no hot water in bath / shower only hot in wash hand basin. Complaint made at front desk on first morning. Advised to read instructions ie turn on whb and bath which we did. No difference all that happened was whb overflowed so now had to dry the floor. Complaint to front desk assured us someone would be there in ten minutes. No one arrived. Tried later that day ie 5pm after getting soaked out walking in rain. Still no hot water. Cold shower again on 2nd morning. Will not be back to this hotel.
This was obviously once a "grande hotel" as evidenced by the ground floor rooms, dining area and reception. It is a a bit tired but still attractive. The room was smallish though high ceilinged and in need of updating, but clean and tidy with a decent bathroom with bath and shower( no hot water problems)Heating was good, bed comfortable and everything worked. Staff all friendly and helpful. Food good for the price,particularly the breakfast. All in all a good value break!
Booked a 4 night stay understanding we could take our small dog we were given a 8 point Pets term and conditions which stated “well behaved pets welcome and we charge £15 per pet per night” also “we do not allow pets in the public areas of hotel including bars restaurant and communal areas we do have a small seated area available for you to have bar snacks and drinks”. This area consisted of 3 upright chairs a tatty sofa a coffee table in a corridor on discussing with reception that we didn’t feel pets were welcome their reply was we don’t make them welcome we tolerate them. We also had paid for a superior room which was on the 3rd floor which looked tatty and unwelcoming we were however offered another after discussions with the manager which was on the 1st floor which was larger but still very tatty and not very clean. Due to all this we spent no time in the hotel apart from sleeping they gained no extra money from us as we spent time finding good alternate pubs and restaurants in the town who catered for dogs. We would however agree the breakfast was good but the rest was awful our advice never take your pet and we wouldn’t recommend it for their owners either.
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