★★★★
Hotel
Harrogate
8.0/10

Old Swan Hotel

Surrounded by picturesque lawns and gardens, The Old Swan was once the famous retreat of Agatha Christie. It offers modern rooms with en suite facilities and on-site car parking. Originally an 18th-century coaching inn, it now features rooms with tea and coffee-making facilities, a TV and trouser press. Some also have a stand-alone bath and views over the garden. The traditional Swan Lounge and Bar offers a selection of beverages and afternoon teas, while the Wedgewood and Library restaurants serve fresh, locally sourced dishes. The Old Swan was home to Agatha Christie during her disappearance in 1926, and has since been used as a film set for the 1979 film, Agatha. Just a short walk from Harrogate town centre, the building is 5 minutes’ walk from the famous Betty’s Tearoom and 15 minutes from Harrogate Railway Station.

Situated in the real heart of Harrogate, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.4
Breakfast info: Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Buffet
Parking available at the hotel

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Kids

Children of any age are welcome.

Dogs

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

Address

Swan Road, Harrogate, HG1 2SR, United Kingdom, Harrogate, UK

Facilities

Parking on site Free WiFi Restaurant Family rooms Non-smoking rooms Room service Bar 24-hour front desk Tea/coffee maker in all rooms Good breakfast

Gallery

a large building with tables and chairs in the grass at Old Swan Hotel in Harrogate

a living room with a couch and chairs at Old Swan Hotel in Harrogate

a living room with a couch and a table at Old Swan Hotel in Harrogate

a piece of paper sitting on top of a table at Old Swan Hotel in Harrogate

three bottles of wine sitting in a metal container at Old Swan Hotel in Harrogate

a living room with a green couch and two chairs at Old Swan Hotel in Harrogate

a statue of a bird sitting on top of a pole at Old Swan Hotel in Harrogate

a living room with a couch and a coffee table at Old Swan Hotel in Harrogate

a hotel room with a bed and a desk and a window at Old Swan Hotel in Harrogate

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Reviews

Pauline 9/10

United Kingdom 🇬🇧

Ideal spot for our visit to a performance at the Royal Hall

Pros: Location was just right for our needs, the centre was well within my walking capabilities.

Cons: The room seemed a little dark, television not visible from the chairs only if you were in bed. Nowhere to put things in bathroom, for me shower in bath not a good idea but ok for younger folk.

Patricia 8/10

United Kingdom 🇬🇧

Pros: We didn't have breakfast because in the past the breakfast was poor

David 10/10

United Kingdom 🇬🇧

Pros: Excellent hotel with very pleasant staff. Superb location for the town. Will be returning

Michael 8/10

United Kingdom 🇬🇧

Pros: Great room. Full English breakfast and really close to Harrogate city centre.

Cons: Nowt.

Graham 8/10

United Kingdom 🇬🇧

Good value for money hotel

Pros: Great location close to shops and restaurants. Free car parking

Joanne 9/10

United Kingdom 🇬🇧

Pros: Fantastic view from my room Very helpful staff The barman lit the fire in the lounge for us Great atmosphere, history and elegance

Cons: A second pillow would have been good! Some noise in the corridor at night

Jillian 8/10

United Kingdom 🇬🇧

Pros: Lovely Period Hotel full of character,great location for the town centre, plenty of parking.

Cons: Room was cold even with the radiator turned up, only had one large bath towel between us.

Sarah 9/10

Isle of Man 🇮🇲

Value for money stay in an excellent location

Pros: Friendly staff, historical building, very clean and well kept

Cons: All good

John 9/10

United Kingdom 🇬🇧

Very good 1 night stay at the Old Swan. Wish there was more time to stay longer.

Pros: Help yourself breakfast was excellent. Full range of items to choose from. Also plenty of other choices if you didn’t fancy a fry up.

Cons: I booked a single room. When i checked in, I found that the room contained a double bed which was a pleasant surprise. However because of this, the room felt a little cramped. There wasn’t a lot of room to say the least between the end of the bed, and the adjoining wall. This is a minor inconvenience though, and didn’t really detract from the overall good experience the hotel provided.

Jeannette 10/10

United Kingdom 🇬🇧

Pros: We love staying at this hotel, not only is it historic but the decor suits the building style. The rooms are light & airy and beds are comfortable. The staff are friendly and the breakfast is excellent.