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3-star hotels in Ingleton
A shortlist of 14 3-star stays in and around Ingleton: village guesthouses, farm B&Bs, lodges and self-catering cottages at the foot of Ingleborough, for walkers, cavers, Three Peaks parties and families who want waterfalls and an outdoor pool within reach.
Staying in Ingleton
Ingleton is a limestone village where the River Twiss and the River Doe meet under an old railway viaduct, about 75 miles west of York and firmly in the Yorkshire Dales. It is a working base camp rather than a pretty village for its own sake: outdoor shops, cafés that open at 8am for cyclists, guesthouses with drying rooms, and a car park that fills by 9.30 on a bright Saturday. Ingleborough, 723m and flat-topped, looms over everything from the north-east. Come for the Waterfalls Trail, the show caves, the Three Peaks and genuine dark sky; skip it if you want restaurant choice or are travelling without a car.
These 3-star hotels sit mainly in the village itself and just outside it. In Ingleton proper are Seed Hill Guest House, Nutstile Farm, Rucastle Apartment, Pinecroft Lodges, The Nicky Nook Cosy Private Hideaway and Dalecote Barn Bed & Breakfast, with Marton Arms Hotel at Thornton in Lonsdale. High Bentham, four miles west, has Black Bull Hotel, The Old Poolhouse, Croft House and the two Bentham cottages; Railway Cottage is at Selside near Settle. The mix suits couples on a short break, families who want the heated open-air pool and a gorge of waterfalls within 500 metres of bed, and walkers or cavers using the village as a base. Business travellers have little reason to be here.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Marton Arms Hotel
Thornton In Lonsdale Ingleton Carnforth North Yorkshire, Skipton, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereFor a 3-star stay in the countryside around Ingleton, the Marton Arms Hotel pairs a restaurant and bar with free parking and free wifi, and pets are welcome. Guests rate it 4.5 out of 5 across 756 reviews. Family rooms and breakfast, including breakfast in the room, suit couples touring the area as well as those travelling with children.
See Marton Arms HotelBlack Bull Hotel
13 Main Street High Bentham, High Bentham, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Bar/Lounge
Why stay hereSet on Main Street in High Bentham, the Black Bull Hotel suits guests who want a bar and restaurant on site plus free parking and free wifi. All rooms are non-smoking and each has a bathroom with shower, TV and toiletries. A meeting room is available for those combining work with their stay, and 218 reviews give it 4.5 out of 5.
See Black Bull HotelSeed Hill Guest House
Village Centre Ingleton Via Carnforth North Yorkshire La6 3Ed, Ingleton, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereSeed Hill Guest House sits in the village centre of Ingleton, an easy base for guests who prefer a small non-smoking guest house with breakfast and free parking. Rooms come with a TV and hairdryer, and there is free internet access in the lounge as well as a garden to relax in.
See Seed Hill Guest HouseRailway Cottage
3 Railway Cottages Selside, Settle, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereRailway Cottage in Selside is a compact 3-star option for guests who want free parking and free wifi plus a garden. With 1 to 50 rooms, it keeps things simple, and the arcade adds a bit of indoor entertainment for families or groups.
See Railway CottageNutstile Farm
Langber End Lane, Ingleton, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereNutstile Farm on Langber End Lane offers 3-star rooms in Ingleton with free wifi and free parking, plus a garden. Non-smoking rooms each have a bathroom with bath, TV and towels, making it a straightforward choice for guests who want a quiet farm setting.
See Nutstile FarmSeal Parrock
United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereSeal Parrock is a self-contained 3-star property for guests who want a kitchen, fireplace and washing machine, with free parking and a garage. Pets are allowed and the garden adds outdoor space. Non-smoking rooms are fitted with smoke detectors and bathroom facilities.
See Seal ParrockDalecote Barn Bed & Breakfast
Dalecote Barn Oddies Lane Chapel Le Dale Via Carnforth Near Ingleton, Ingleton, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast in room
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereDalecote Barn Bed & Breakfast near Ingleton suits guests who want breakfast served in the room, free wifi and free parking, with a garden and picnic area outdoors. Rooms include a bathroom with shower, TV, hairdryer and refrigerator, and the property offers wheelchair access, express check-in and special diets on request.
See Dalecote Barn Bed & BreakfastThe Old Poolhouse
The Old Poolhouse The Wenning Station Road, High Bentham, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereThe Old Poolhouse in High Bentham gives guests a kitchen with oven and microwave, a jacuzzi and a terrace, plus free parking and free wifi. Pets are welcome, and wheelchair access, fishing, canoe and water sports nearby suit active visitors who want self-catering space.
See The Old PoolhouseRucastle Apartment
Rarber Top Lane Ingleton Carnforth, Ingleton, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Kitchen
Why stay hereRucastle Apartment on Rarber Top Lane provides 3-star apartment accommodation in Ingleton with a kitchen, free parking and free wifi. Family rooms, high chairs and a sofa bed make it practical for families, while the terrace and patio add outdoor space and rooms include a TV, hairdryer and towels.
See Rucastle Apartment2 Bed in Bentham 82857
Pear Tree Cottagelane House Farmmewith, High Bentham, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Family rooms
Why stay hereThis 2-bedroom cottage at Lane House Farm in Mewith suits families or small groups wanting a kitchen with oven and refrigerator, washing machine and free parking. Pets are allowed, wifi is free, and family rooms with high chairs plus a garden and TV cover the basics for a self-catering break.
See 2 Bed in Bentham 828572 Bed in Bentham 53510
Plum Tree Cottagelane House Farmmewith, High Bentham, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Family rooms
Why stay herePlum Tree Cottage at Lane House Farm in Mewith offers 2 bedrooms with a kitchen, washing machine and free parking, plus free wifi and a garden. Family rooms and high chairs make it workable for children, and pets are allowed, with a TV and towels provided in each non-smoking unit.
See 2 Bed in Bentham 53510Pinecroft Lodges
La6 3Dp, Ingleton, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Family rooms
Why stay herePinecroft Lodges in Ingleton suits families and pet owners, with family rooms, a playground and a picnic area alongside a garden and terrace. Each lodge has a kitchen with oven, dishwasher and microwave, plus free wifi, free parking and a fireplace for cooler evenings.
See Pinecroft LodgesThe Nicky Nook Cosy Private Hideaway Heart of Village
11 Main Street, Ingleton, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereThe Nicky Nook Cosy Private Hideaway sits on Main Street in the heart of Ingleton, giving guests a kitchen with oven and microwave, free wifi and free parking. The terrace, patio and picnic area add outdoor space, and the non-smoking property includes a safe, hairdryer and toiletries.
See The Nicky Nook Cosy Private Hideaway Heart of VillageCroft House
56 Main St, High Bentham, United Kingdom
Best for: Pool and spa · Travelling with pets
- Kids pool
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereCroft House on Main Street in High Bentham stands out for its swimming pool, kids pool and outdoor pool, with a kitchen, dishwasher and washing machine for self-catering stays. Pets are allowed, wifi and parking are free, and golf, fishing and diving are among the activities nearby.
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The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Breakfast | Pets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marton Arms Hotel | ★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Black Bull Hotel | ★★★ | Yes | Yes | – |
| Seed Hill Guest House | ★★★ | Yes | Yes | – |
| Railway Cottage | ★★★ | Yes | – | – |
| Nutstile Farm | ★★★ | Yes | – | – |
| Seal Parrock | ★★★ | Yes | – | Yes |
| Dalecote Barn Bed & Breakfast | ★★★ | Yes | Yes | – |
| The Old Poolhouse | ★★★ | Yes | – | Yes |
| Rucastle Apartment | ★★★ | Yes | – | – |
| 2 Bed in Bentham 82857 | ★★★ | Yes | – | Yes |
| 2 Bed in Bentham 53510 | ★★★ | Yes | – | Yes |
| Pinecroft Lodges | ★★★ | Yes | – | Yes |
| The Nicky Nook Cosy Private Hideaway Heart of Village | ★★★ | Yes | – | – |
| Croft House | ★★★ | – | – | Yes |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
Pinecroft Lodges has family rooms, a playground and a picnic area, which makes it the easiest base with children. Rucastle Apartment offers family rooms, high chairs, a kitchen and a terrace in Ingleton. The 2 Bed in Bentham 82857 cottage has family rooms, high chairs, a garden and a washing machine for longer stays.
Pinecroft Lodges · Rucastle Apartment · 2 Bed in Bentham 82857
For walkers
The Nicky Nook Cosy Private Hideaway sits on Main Street in the heart of the village, close to the Waterfalls Trail and Ingleborough path. Marton Arms Hotel at Thornton in Lonsdale has a restaurant, bar and garden for boots-off evenings. Seed Hill Guest House is in Ingleton's village centre and keeps breakfast simple before an early start.
The Nicky Nook Cosy Private Hideaway Heart of Village · Marton Arms Hotel · Seed Hill Guest House
Top rated
Only two of these 3-star stays carry a guest rating: Marton Arms Hotel at 4.5 out of 5 from 756 reviews, and Black Bull Hotel at 4.5 out of 5 from 218 reviews. Both add a restaurant, bar and free parking, so they are the safest picks if reviews matter most to you.
With pets
Marton Arms Hotel allows pets and has a garden plus a picnic area. The Old Poolhouse in High Bentham allows pets and adds a jacuzzi and terrace. Pinecroft Lodges allows pets and offers a garden and picnic area in Ingleton, handy for dogs after a day on the fells.
Where to stay in Ingleton
High Bentham
Four miles west of Ingleton on the Leeds–Lancaster line, with Bentham railway station the nearest railhead to the village. It is quieter than Ingleton and useful if you want a train connection or are driving in from the M6 at junction 34 or 36. The Black Bull and The Old Poolhouse sit here, along with Croft House and two farm cottages.
Our picks here: Black Bull Hotel · The Old Poolhouse · Croft House · 2 Bed in Bentham 82857 · 2 Bed in Bentham 53510
Selside
A small settlement on the road towards Settle, with Railway Cottage as the one 3-star stay listed here. It has free wifi, free car parking and a garden. Expect the same dark skies and early nights as Ingleton, but a car is essential for reaching the village's cafés, caves and waterfall trail.
Our picks here: Railway Cottage
Plan your stay
When to go
The community-run outdoor pool below the village is heated and open roughly May to September, which makes late spring and summer the obvious window if children are coming. The Waterfalls Trail at 8am before the ticket hut has warmed up is best on a clear day, and Ingleborough's 723m plateau is a four-hour return from the village. Winter brings reduced hours or outright closures at several cafés and both cave attractions, so a wet Monday in February is not the time to arrive expecting choice.
Things to do near Ingleton
Questions, answered
Which Ingleton hotels have free parking?
Most of this shortlist does. Marton Arms Hotel, Black Bull Hotel, Seed Hill Guest House, Railway Cottage, Nutstile Farm, Dalecote Barn Bed & Breakfast, Rucastle Apartment, Pinecroft Lodges, The Nicky Nook Cosy Private Hideaway and Croft House all list free car parking, which matters because the village car park fills by 9.30 on a bright Saturday.
Do any of these hotels allow pets?
Yes. Marton Arms Hotel, The Old Poolhouse, Pinecroft Lodges, the two 2 Bed in Bentham cottages and Croft House all allow pets. Pinecroft Lodges and Marton Arms Hotel also have gardens and picnic areas, useful after a day on the fells.
Which is best for families with children?
Pinecroft Lodges has family rooms, a playground, a picnic area and a garden in Ingleton. Rucastle Apartment has family rooms, high chairs and a kitchen. Both put the heated outdoor pool and the Waterfalls Trail close by, which is what most families come for.
Which hotel is closest to Ingleton village centre?
The Nicky Nook Cosy Private Hideaway is on 11 Main Street in Ingleton, with Seed Hill Guest House in the village centre and Rucastle Apartment on Rarber Top Lane. Dalecote Barn Bed & Breakfast and Nutstile Farm are also in Ingleton, but out of the immediate centre.
What is the top-rated 3-star pick around Ingleton?
Marton Arms Hotel at Thornton in Lonsdale scores 4.5 out of 5 from 756 reviews. Black Bull Hotel in High Bentham also scores 4.5 out of 5, from 218 reviews. Both have a restaurant, a bar and free car parking.
Do any of these hotels have a pool or a spa?
Croft House in High Bentham lists an outdoor pool, a kids pool and a swimming pool, plus a jacuzzi is listed at The Old Poolhouse. Everything else on this shortlist is self-catering or a guesthouse without pool facilities.
Can I reach these hotels by train?
Bentham station, four miles west on the Leeds–Lancaster line, is the nearest railhead, with Clapham five miles east and Ribblehead twelve miles up the B6255. Buses from the village run only a handful of times a day and finish early, so arriving by rail realistically means a car or taxi for the last stretch.