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3-star hotels in Harrogate
This shortlist covers the 3-star hotels we list in Harrogate, a Victorian spa town where you can walk everywhere. It suits couples, families and business travellers who want a central, comfortable base without paying for a full-service hotel.
Staying in Harrogate
Harrogate is a compact, walkable town built around its Victorian spa heritage, with the Turkish Baths, Betty's and 200 acres of Stray grassland within a few minutes of the centre. The centre is mostly flat and covers a fifteen-minute walk, with the Convention Centre in the middle. At 9pm on a Wednesday, Harrogate is calm to the point of sleepy, and most places have called last orders by 12.30.
These hotels sit in and around the centre: several are on King's Road and Kings Road, a short walk from the Stray and Montpellier Quarter, while others are in nearby villages such as Kettlesing, Darley and Ripley. The rest are on the town's edges or close to the station. That mix suits couples and families for a short break, and business travellers who want a simple, central base within walking distance of the Convention Centre and the shops.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
The Marmot
34 King's Road, Harrogate, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Parking
- Family rooms
- Kitchen
Why stay hereWith a perfect 5.0 guest rating from 107 reviews, The Marmot on King's Road is a strong choice for families and longer stays. Kitchen and kitchenette facilities, plus a dishwasher and microwave, let you self-cater, while free wifi and parking add convenience. Family rooms and a sofa bed suit groups, and non-smoking rooms keep things comfortable.
See The MarmotQueens Head Inn
Kettlesing, Harrogate, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereSet in Kettlesing, the Queens Head Inn combines a 4.7 guest rating from 535 reviews with a restaurant and bar on site. Free car parking and free wifi make it easy for drivers and those needing to stay connected. A garden and terrace offer space to relax, and special diets are catered for, suiting couples and travellers wanting a village base.
See Queens Head InnAscot House Hotel
53 Kings Road, Harrogate, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Lounge
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereAscot House Hotel on Kings Road earns a 4.7 guest rating from 337 reviews. Its garden and lounge give guests room to unwind, while free car parking and free wifi cover practical needs. Room service and a restaurant are available, and golf course access nearby appeals to active guests. A good fit for couples and small groups.
See Ascot House HotelWellington Inn Hotel
Darley, Harrogate, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereIn Darley, Wellington Inn Hotel holds a 4.6 guest rating from 900 reviews. The restaurant and bar make dining easy, and free car parking plus free wifi are provided. Fishing and horse back riding are among the activities on offer, while a balcony adds outdoor space. Suited to guests who want countryside pursuits.
See Wellington Inn HotelThe Boar's Head
Ripley Castle Estate Ripley, Harrogate, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Lounge
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereThe Boar's Head sits on the Ripley Castle Estate and has a 4.5 guest rating from 743 reviews. A restaurant and bar serve guests, and free car parking and free wifi are available. Archery and canoeing are among the activities, with a garden and picnic area for downtime. Family rooms, a playground and pets allowed suit families.
See The Boar's HeadBraisty Woods Hopes & Beams
Itsajob Braisty Woods, Harrogate, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereBraisty Woods Hopes & Beams offers a 4.8 guest rating from 52 reviews in a quiet setting. Free car parking and free wifi are provided, and a garden gives guests outdoor space. With only these facilities listed, it best suits travellers seeking a simple, well-rated base with the essentials covered.
See Braisty Woods Hopes & BeamsThe Kimberley Hotel
11 19 King's Rd Harrogate Hg1 5Jy Uk, Harrogate, United Kingdom
Why stay hereThe Kimberley Hotel on King's Road has a 4.2 guest rating from 389 reviews. A restaurant and bar are on site, and a garage is available. Its central Harrogate address makes it convenient for guests wanting to be close to town amenities. A straightforward choice for short stays and business travellers.
See The Kimberley HotelCedar Court Harrogate
Park Parade Off Knaresborough Road, Harrogate, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Parking
- Lounge
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereCedar Court Harrogate on Park Parade has a 4.1 guest rating from 1484 reviews. A restaurant, bar and room service cover dining, while free wifi and parking add convenience. Family rooms and pets allowed suit varied groups, and a business center and lifts help corporate guests. A practical base for both leisure and work trips.
See Cedar Court HarrogatePremier Inn Harrogate South
Hornbeam Park Avenue, Harrogate, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Step-free access
- Parking
- Lounge
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay herePremier Inn Harrogate South on Hornbeam Park Avenue holds a 4.1 guest rating from 767 reviews. A restaurant and lounge are available, with free wifi and parking provided. A 24-hour front desk, express check out and lifts ease arrivals and departures. Wheelchair accessible, it suits travellers wanting reliable basics.
See Premier Inn Harrogate SouthTravelodge Harrogate West Park
Tower Street Harrogate United Kingdom, Harrogate, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Parking
- Pets allowed
- Family rooms
Why stay hereTravelodge Harrogate West Park on Tower Street has a 4.1 guest rating from 698 reviews. Family rooms and pets allowed make it flexible for different guests, and a restaurant and bar are on site. A 24-hour front desk and lifts add convenience, with parking available. Suited to families and those travelling with dogs.
See Travelodge Harrogate West ParkTravelodge Harrogate
The Ginnel Off Parliament Street Na, Harrogate, United Kingdom
Why stay hereTravelodge Harrogate on The Ginnel has a 4.1 guest rating from 492 reviews. Non-smoking rooms and lifts are provided, along with smoke detectors and mobile phone network coverage. Its central location off Parliament Street places guests close to Harrogate's shops and amenities. A simple choice for short city breaks.
See Travelodge HarrogateThe Crown Hotel
Crown Place, Harrogate, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Parking
- Breakfast in room
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereThe Crown Hotel on Crown Place has a 4.0 guest rating from 1696 reviews. A restaurant, bar and room service are available, with breakfast in room and buffet options. Free wifi and parking are provided, and family rooms and pets allowed add flexibility. A central Harrogate base for leisure and business guests.
See The Crown HotelClassic Lodges The Old Swan Hotel
Swan Road, Harrogate, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Parking
- Breakfast in room
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereClassic Lodges The Old Swan Hotel on Swan Road holds a 4.0 guest rating from 1386 reviews. A restaurant, bar and room service cover dining, while free wifi and parking are available. A garden and picnic area offer outdoor space, and family rooms and pets allowed suit groups. A traditional choice for Harrogate stays.
See Classic Lodges The Old Swan HotelCairn Hotel
Ripon Road, Harrogate, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Lounge
Why stay hereCairn Hotel on Ripon Road has a 3.9 guest rating from 1266 reviews. A fitness center and golf course access support active guests, while a restaurant, bar and room service handle dining. Free car parking and free wifi are provided, and family rooms and pets allowed add flexibility. Suited to leisure travellers and groups.
See Cairn HotelAlvera Court Hotel
Kings Road 76 Harrogate, Harrogate, United Kingdom
Why stay hereAlvera Court Hotel on Kings Road has a 4.6 guest rating from 7 reviews. Facilities listed are limited to laundry service and wake-up service, with credit card and Maestro accepted. Its Kings Road address places guests in Harrogate. Best suited to travellers wanting a simple stay with basic services.
See Alvera Court Hotel
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Guest rating | Reviews | Parking | Breakfast | Pets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Marmot | ★★★ | 5.0 | 107 | Yes | – | – |
| Queens Head Inn | ★★★ | 4.7 | 535 | Yes | – | – |
| Ascot House Hotel | ★★★ | 4.7 | 337 | Yes | – | – |
| Wellington Inn Hotel | ★★★ | 4.6 | 900 | Yes | – | – |
| The Boar's Head | ★★★ | 4.5 | 743 | Yes | – | Yes |
| Braisty Woods Hopes & Beams | ★★★ | 4.8 | 52 | Yes | – | – |
| The Kimberley Hotel | ★★★ | 4.2 | 389 | – | – | – |
| Cedar Court Harrogate | ★★★ | 4.1 | 1,484 | Yes | – | Yes |
| Premier Inn Harrogate South | ★★★ | 4.1 | 767 | Yes | – | – |
| Travelodge Harrogate West Park | ★★★ | 4.1 | 698 | Yes | – | Yes |
| Travelodge Harrogate | ★★★ | 4.1 | 492 | – | – | – |
| The Crown Hotel | ★★★ | 4.0 | 1,696 | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Classic Lodges The Old Swan Hotel | ★★★ | 4.0 | 1,386 | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Cairn Hotel | ★★★ | 3.9 | 1,266 | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Alvera Court Hotel | ★★★ | 4.6 | 7 | – | – | – |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
The Marmot, The Boar's Head, Cedar Court Harrogate, Travelodge Harrogate West Park, The Crown Hotel and Classic Lodges The Old Swan Hotel all list family rooms. The Boar's Head also has a playground and a picnic area, while The Crown Hotel and the Old Swan are central and walkable to the Stray. Cedar Court adds a garden and picnic area.
The Marmot · The Boar's Head · Cedar Court Harrogate · Travelodge Harrogate West Park · The Crown Hotel · Classic Lodges The Old Swan Hotel
For pets
The Boar's Head, Cedar Court Harrogate, Travelodge Harrogate West Park, The Crown Hotel, Classic Lodges The Old Swan Hotel and Cairn Hotel all allow pets. That makes them a practical choice if you are bringing a dog and want to walk on the Stray or along the town's green edges without leaving your pet behind.
The Boar's Head · Cedar Court Harrogate · Travelodge Harrogate West Park · The Crown Hotel · Classic Lodges The Old Swan Hotel · Cairn Hotel
For free parking
Queens Head Inn, Ascot House Hotel, Wellington Inn Hotel, The Boar's Head, Braisty Woods Hopes & Beams and Cairn Hotel all offer free car parking. This is useful if you are arriving by car or planning days out to Knaresborough, Ripon or the edge of the Dales, and it avoids hunting for spaces in the centre.
Queens Head Inn · Ascot House Hotel · Wellington Inn Hotel · The Boar's Head · Braisty Woods Hopes & Beams · Cairn Hotel
Closest to the centre
The Marmot, The Boar's Head, Ascot House Hotel, The Kimberley Hotel, The Crown Hotel, Classic Lodges The Old Swan Hotel and Travelodge Harrogate are the closest to the centre by address.
The Marmot · The Boar's Head · Ascot House Hotel · The Kimberley Hotel · The Crown Hotel · Classic Lodges The Old Swan Hotel
Where to stay in Harrogate
King's Road
King's Road runs south of the centre, within a short walk of the Stray and the Montpellier Quarter. It is a quiet, residential-feeling street, and these hotels put you close to the open grass that rings the town while keeping the shops and restaurants of the centre within easy reach.
Our picks here: The Marmot
Kettlesing
Kettlesing is a village outside Harrogate, so Queens Head Inn is for travellers who want a rural base with a restaurant and free parking rather than a town-centre address. You will need a car or a lift to reach Harrogate's centre and its sights.
Our picks here: Queens Head Inn
Darley
Darley is a village outside Harrogate, and Wellington Inn Hotel sits there with free car parking and a restaurant. It suits guests who prefer a quiet village stay and are happy to drive into Harrogate for the Turkish Baths, the Stray and the shops.
Our picks here: Wellington Inn Hotel
Ripley
Ripley is a village outside Harrogate, and The Boar's Head sits on the Ripley Castle Estate there. It is a rural base with a garden, playground and picnic area, so you will need a car or a lift to reach Harrogate's centre and its attractions.
Our picks here: The Boar's Head
Plan your stay
When to go
Harrogate has something in every season, and the town's gardens and Stray change with it. Late February and March bring several hundred thousand crocuses along the Wetherby Road edge of the Stray, which is the town's most distinctive seasonal sight. Summer is the easiest time for walking between the centre, the Stray and the Valley Gardens. Autumn and winter suit the Turkish Baths, Betty's and the indoor pleasures of a compact town where most places have called last orders by 12.30.
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Questions, answered
Can I park for free at these Harrogate hotels?
Queens Head Inn, Ascot House Hotel, Wellington Inn Hotel, The Boar's Head, Braisty Woods Hopes & Beams and Cairn Hotel all offer free car parking. Other listed hotels, such as The Marmot and The Crown Hotel, also list parking, but you should confirm the terms with the hotel when you book.
Do any of these hotels allow pets?
Yes. The Boar's Head, Cedar Court Harrogate, Travelodge Harrogate West Park, The Crown Hotel, Classic Lodges The Old Swan Hotel and Cairn Hotel all allow pets. That gives you several options if you want to bring a dog on a short break or a walking trip.
Do any of these hotels have a pool or spa?
None of the facilities listed for these 3-star hotels mention a pool or spa. If a pool or spa is essential, check with the hotel directly before booking, or plan to use Harrogate's Turkish Baths in the town centre instead.
Which of these hotels is best for families?
The Marmot, The Boar's Head, Cedar Court Harrogate, Travelodge Harrogate West Park, The Crown Hotel and Classic Lodges The Old Swan Hotel all list family rooms. The Boar's Head also has a playground and picnic area, which is handy for children, though it sits on the Ripley Castle Estate outside the centre.
Which hotel is rated highest by guests?
The Marmot has a guest rating of 5.0 from 107 reviews, the highest among these 3-star hotels. Braisty Woods Hopes & Beams follows with 4.8 from 52 reviews, and Queens Head Inn and Ascot House Hotel both score 4.7.
Which of these hotels is closest to Harrogate's centre?
That makes them the most convenient for walking to the Convention Centre, the shops and the Stray.
Do any of these hotels have a restaurant?
Queens Head Inn, Ascot House Hotel, Wellington Inn Hotel, The Boar's Head, The Kimberley Hotel, Cedar Court Harrogate, Premier Inn Harrogate South, Travelodge Harrogate West Park, The Crown Hotel, Classic Lodges The Old Swan Hotel and Cairn Hotel all list restaurants. That is useful if you want dinner on site rather than heading into town.
What is there to do in Harrogate on a short break?
Harrogate pairs the Turkish Baths and Betty's with 200 acres of Stray grassland and the Valley Gardens. The centre is compact and mostly flat, so you can walk between Parliament Street, Montpellier, Cambridge Street and James Street in about fifteen minutes, and the Convention Centre sits in the middle of it.