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3-star hotels in Otley
This shortlist covers the 3-star hotels and country stays in and around Otley, a market town on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales. It is for couples, families and small groups who want a quiet base with easy access to the countryside.
Staying in Otley
Otley is a market town in West Yorkshire, sitting in the Wharfe valley at the southern edge of the Yorkshire Dales. Visitors come for the riverside walks, the independent shops around the market square and the open countryside that starts just beyond the town. It is a place for slow days: a walk along the river, a pub lunch, and an evening back at a quiet base. The hotels on this shortlist sit outside the town centre, in the surrounding hamlets and lanes. The Hopper Lane is on Skipton Road at Blubberhouses, Timble Inn is in Timble, and several cottages and farmhouses are on Meagill Lane or nearby at Norwood and Lindley.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
The Hopper Lane
Skipton Road Blubberhouses, Otley, United Kingdom
Best for: Step-free access
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereWith 4.7 out of 5 from 294 reviews, The Hopper Lane earns its rating on Skipton Road in Blubberhouses. Free parking in the garage takes the hassle out of arriving by car, and the park gives guests somewhere green to unwind. Rooms are non smoking, and wheelchair accessible and connecting rooms are available for those who need them. A dependable base for couples touring the area or families who want space to spread out, and pets stay elsewhere.
See The Hopper LaneTimble Inn
Timble, Otley, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Business trips
- Free car parking
- Lounge
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereTimble Inn suits travellers who like their country stay with a proper restaurant and bar downstairs. Its 4.6 out of 5 from 328 reviews reflects steady approval. Couples on a weekend away or anyone exploring the surrounding countryside will find the lounge and terrace welcome places to end the day.
See Timble InnThe Cottage a 2 bed at Meagill Farm Country Retrea
Meagill Lane, Otley, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereThis two-bedroom cottage at Meagill Farm Country Retreat is for small groups who want a self-contained countryside stay near Otley. Free wifi and free parking come with the booking, and the garden gives children or dogs somewhere to run. A 2-bed layout keeps a family or two couples together in one place rather than spread across rooms. Choose it for a quiet break where the day's plan is walking, cooking in, and no fixed timetable.
See The Cottage a 2 bed at Meagill Farm Country RetreaMeagill Farmhouse hot Tub bbq hut
Meagill Lane Farmhouse, Otley, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Step-free access
- Free car parking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereMeagill Farmhouse offers a hot tub and barbecue hut on Meagill Lane Farmhouse, so evenings stay outdoors long after the walking is done. Free parking and free wifi are included, the garden adds open space, and there is a smoking area for those who need one. Wheelchair accessible facilities are available. It fits groups and families who want a farmhouse setting near Otley with the sort of extras that make a weekend feel like an occasion.
See Meagill Farmhouse hot Tub bbq hutThe Penny Bun
West Ln, Otley, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereThe Penny Bun on West Lane pairs a bar and restaurant with rooms, so guests can eat and drink without driving afterwards. Free parking and free wifi cover the practical side, and the garden is a bonus in fine weather. Bathrobes, hairdryer and toiletries come as standard in the bathrooms. Non smoking rooms throughout. It appeals to couples and small groups who want an easy, sociable stay close to Otley.
See The Penny Bun5 Bed in Otley oc 95414
Bilberry Farmnorwood, Otley, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereSleeping five, this house on Bilberry Farm suits a larger family or a group of friends booking together. A kitchen with dishwasher and washing machine makes a longer stay practical, while the fireplace and jacuzzi add comfort once everyone is in. Free parking and free wifi are provided, and high chairs are available for younger guests. Non smoking rooms only. Pick it when you want the run of a whole house near Otley instead of separate hotel rooms.
See 5 Bed in Otley oc 954142 Bed in Lindley 75268
Ivy Cottagecinder Lanelindley, Otley, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Family rooms
Why stay hereIvy Cottage on Cinder Lane in Lindley is a two-bedroom option where pets are allowed, which makes it unusual among Otley's 3-star stays. A kitchen with oven and refrigerator supports self catering, and the fireplace gives the living space a focal point. Free parking and free wifi are included. Family rooms and a garden help if children are travelling too. Best for pet owners and families who prefer a cottage base for exploring the area.
See 2 Bed in Lindley 75268Country Farmhouse Sleeps 13 & New 8seater Hot Tub
Meagill Lane, Otley, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereThis country farmhouse on Meagill Lane takes 13 guests, making it the choice for big family gatherings or celebrations near Otley. The garden provides space for everyone to spread out. Book it when the whole group needs to stay under one roof and the trip is as much about time together as the surrounding countryside.
See Country Farmhouse Sleeps 13 & New 8seater Hot Tub
How to choose
For couples
Timble Inn, The Penny Bun and The Hopper Lane all have a restaurant or bar and a high guest rating, from 4.6 to 4.7 out of 5. Timble Inn adds bathrobes and slippers, and The Penny Bun has a garden and free parking. These are the picks for a quiet two-person stay with dinner on site.
For families and groups
The larger self-catering options suit families and groups: 5 Bed in Otley sleeps a group and has a kitchen, dishwasher and fireplace; Country Farmhouse Sleeps 13 adds an outdoor pool. 2 Bed in Lindley has family rooms and allows pets, while The Cottage a 2 bed at Meagill Farm is a compact option for a small family.
5 Bed in Otley oc 95414 · Country Farmhouse Sleeps 13 & New 8seater Hot Tub · 2 Bed in Lindley 75268 · The Cottage a 2 bed at Meagill Farm Country Retrea
Pets and accessible stays
Only 2 Bed in Lindley lists pets allowed, so it is the choice if you are bringing a dog. The Hopper Lane and Meagill Farmhouse hot Tub bbq hut are wheelchair accessible, and both have free parking. The Hopper Lane also has connecting rooms, useful for a family or carers.
2 Bed in Lindley 75268 · The Hopper Lane · Meagill Farmhouse hot Tub bbq hut
Top-rated picks
The two highest-rated hotels here are The Hopper Lane at 4.7 out of 5 from 294 reviews and Timble Inn at 4.6 out of 5 from 328 reviews. Both are 3-star and offer free parking; Timble Inn has a wider list of facilities, including free wifi, a restaurant and a garden.
Where to stay in Otley
Meagill Lane
Meagill Lane lies in the countryside outside Otley and is named in the addresses of three properties: The Cottage a 2 bed at Meagill Farm Country Retrea, Meagill Farmhouse hot Tub bbq hut and Country Farmhouse Sleeps 13 & New 8seater Hot Tub. All three have free wifi, free parking and a garden, and the largest has an outdoor pool.
Our picks here: The Cottage a 2 bed at Meagill Farm Country Retrea · Meagill Farmhouse hot Tub bbq hut · Country Farmhouse Sleeps 13 & New 8seater Hot Tub
Timble
Timble is a hamlet in the countryside near Otley, and Timble Inn is the only hotel on this shortlist with a Timble address. The inn is 3-star, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 328 reviews, and lists a restaurant, bar, garden, terrace and free car parking.
Our picks here: Timble Inn
Blubberhouses
Blubberhouses is named in the address of The Hopper Lane on Skipton Road. It is a rural spot, and the hotel is the highest-rated on this shortlist at 4.7 out of 5 from 294 reviews. Facilities include a garage, a park, connecting rooms, non smoking rooms and wheelchair access.
Our picks here: The Hopper Lane
Questions, answered
Which hotel is closest to the centre of Otley?
The addresses do not give distances to the centre, so the data does not show which is closest. The Hopper Lane is on Skipton Road at Blubberhouses, Timble Inn is in Timble, and the cottages and farmhouses are on Meagill Lane, at Norwood and at Lindley. The Penny Bun is on West Ln, Otley.
Do any of these hotels allow pets?
Yes. 2 Bed in Lindley 75268 lists pets allowed among its facilities. The Hopper Lane states pets not allowed. For the other properties on this shortlist, the data does not list pets as a facility, so you would need to check directly.
Which hotels have free parking?
Most do. Timble Inn, The Cottage a 2 bed at Meagill Farm, Meagill Farmhouse hot Tub bbq hut, The Penny Bun, 5 Bed in Otley, 2 Bed in Lindley and Country Farmhouse Sleeps 13 all list free car parking. The Hopper Lane lists a garage instead.
Is there a pool or hot tub?
Country Farmhouse Sleeps 13 & New 8seater Hot Tub lists an outdoor pool, and its name refers to a hot tub. 5 Bed in Otley oc 95414 lists a jacuzzi. No other hotel on this shortlist lists a pool or hot tub in its facilities.
Which is the highest-rated hotel on this shortlist?
The Hopper Lane has the highest guest rating, 4.7 out of 5 from 294 reviews. Timble Inn follows at 4.6 out of 5 from 328 reviews. The remaining properties are 3-star but have no guest rating or review count given.
Which hotels are best for families?
2 Bed in Lindley 75268 lists family rooms. The larger self-catering properties also suit families: 5 Bed in Otley oc 95414 and Country Farmhouse Sleeps 13 & New 8seater Hot Tub, both with kitchens, and The Cottage a 2 bed at Meagill Farm Country Retrea with a garden.
Do the hotels have restaurants?
Timble Inn and The Penny Bun both list restaurant(s) and bars. The Hopper Lane does not list a restaurant, and the self-catering cottages and farmhouses have kitchens or kitchen facilities instead, so you can cook on site.