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4- and 5-star hotels in Thornton Dale
A shortlist of the 4- and 5-star hotels and cottages in Thornton Dale, the village usually written Thornton Le Dale on the edge of the North York Moors. It is for couples, families and small groups who want a self-catering base with parking in the village itself.
Staying in Thornton Dale
Thornton Dale is a village of stone cottages and narrow lanes, and every property on this shortlist sits inside it or immediately on its edge — addresses name Roxby Road, Brook Lane, Maltongate and Whitbygate, all village streets, so you are within the built-up area rather than out in the surrounding fields. That makes it a place for a short break on foot: pick a cottage, park the car and walk out from the door.
Couples should look at the smaller cottages, in particular Higgledy Hideout on Whitbygate, while families are better served by the properties with family rooms or a cot, such as Host & Stay Sunny Dale Cottage on Brook Lane and Shaws Cottage. Groups and longer stays suit the lodges on Roxby Road, which carry the most facilities. Several properties welcome pets, and the fishing and river facilities at Forge Gardens and Higgledy Hideout point to the village's setting on the water.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Rinstone Lodge
Rinstone House_X000d_Roxby Road_X000d_Thornton Le Dale_X000d_, Thornton Dale, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereRinstone Lodge is a 5-star house on Roxby Road, the highest class in Thornton Dale and the only property here with a garage and a Jacuzzi. A fireplace, full kitchen and garden suit families or groups who want space and privacy, while free wifi and free car parking remove the practical worries. Towels and a washing machine are provided, and the whole place is non smoking.
See Rinstone LodgeShaws Cottage
Thornton Dale Yo18 Uk, Thornton Dale, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereShaws Cottage is a 4-star property that takes pets, which sets it apart from most of the Thornton Dale shortlist. A cot is available, so it works for families with a baby, and the fireplace, garden and kitchen make longer stays comfortable. Free car parking and a garage are on hand, and wifi is free throughout this non smoking cottage.
See Shaws CottageHost & Stay Sunny Dale Cottage
Brook Lane, Thornton Dale, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Kitchen
Why stay hereHost & Stay Sunny Dale Cottage is a 4-star option on Brook Lane with family rooms, a safe and a hairdryer among its facilities. The kitchen comes with a dishwasher, microwave, oven, refrigerator and toaster, which makes self-catering straightforward, and there is a bath as well as a shower. Free wifi, free car parking and a garden round it off.
See Host & Stay Sunny Dale CottageRinstone Lodge Thornton Le Dale. Moors cottage with hot tub
Roxby Road, Thornton Dale, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Swimming pool
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
Why stay hereRinstone Lodge Thornton Le Dale is a 4-star moors cottage on Roxby Road with a hot tub and a swimming pool, the only one of these hotels with either. Air conditioning, a desk and a bathrobe point to a more comfortable stay, and the patio and terrace extend it outdoors. The kitchen is fully equipped and free car parking is provided.
See Rinstone Lodge Thornton Le Dale. Moors cottage with hot tubThe Ridings
Brook Lanethornton Le Dale, Thornton Dale, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereThe Ridings is a 4-star property on Brook Lane in Thornton Dale that welcomes pets. A fireplace, garden and garage give it a settled, house-like feel, and the kitchen and bathroom cover the essentials for a self-catering break. Free car parking, towels and non smoking rooms are included, and there is no wifi listed.
See The RidingsBeverley House Uk43519
Maltongate_X000d_Thornton Le Dale_X000d__X000d__X000d_, Thornton Dale, United Kingdom
- Kitchen
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereBeverley House Uk43519 occupies a Maltongate address and is 4-star. Guests get free wifi, a garden and a kitchen with a dishwasher, plus towels and a washing machine for longer visits. Non smoking throughout, it has a bathroom and shower and keeps things simple for a couple or small group.
See Beverley House Uk43519Forge Gardens
Thornton Dale, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereForge Gardens is a 4-star property in Thornton Dale with fishing and a river among its facilities, which no other hotel on this list offers. Pets are allowed, and the fireplace, garden and kitchen make it a natural fit for a relaxed self-catering stay. Free wifi and free car parking are provided, and the garage adds covered storage.
See Forge GardensRyburn House Uk43518
Maltongate_X000d_Thornton Le Dale_X000d__X000d__X000d_, Thornton Dale, United Kingdom
- Kitchen
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereRyburn House Uk43518 sits on Maltongate and is 4-star, with a fireplace, garden and a kitchen that includes a dishwasher. Free wifi runs throughout and the property is non smoking. Towels and a washing machine are supplied, and the bathroom and shower cover the basics for a short or long stay.
See Ryburn House Uk43518Higgledy Hideout
1 Whitbygate_X000d_Thornton Le Dale_X000d_, Thornton Dale, United Kingdom
Best for: Travelling with pets
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereHiggledy Hideout is a 4-star property at 1 Whitbygate in Thornton Dale that allows pets and lists fishing among its facilities. A cot is provided, so it suits families with a young child, and the fireplace, kitchen and garden add comfort. Free wifi and a washing machine are included, and the house is non smoking.
See Higgledy Hideout
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Pets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rinstone Lodge | ★★★★★ | Yes | – |
| Shaws Cottage | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes |
| Host & Stay Sunny Dale Cottage | ★★★★ | Yes | – |
| Rinstone Lodge Thornton Le Dale. Moors cottage with hot tub | ★★★★ | Yes | – |
| The Ridings | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes |
| Beverley House Uk43519 | ★★★★ | – | – |
| Forge Gardens | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes |
| Ryburn House Uk43518 | ★★★★ | – | – |
| Higgledy Hideout | ★★★★ | – | Yes |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
Host & Stay Sunny Dale Cottage on Brook Lane has family rooms and a cot, plus a kitchen, washing machine and free parking. Shaws Cottage also provides a cot and a garage. Rinstone Lodge Thornton Le Dale, with family rooms and a swimming pool, gives children more to do on site.
Host & Stay Sunny Dale Cottage · Shaws Cottage · Rinstone Lodge Thornton Le Dale. Moors cottage with hot tub
For pets
Four properties accept pets: Shaws Cottage, The Ridings on Brook Lane, Forge Gardens and Higgledy Hideout on Whitbygate. All four have a garden, and Forge Gardens and Higgledy Hideout also list fishing and a river, so dogs and their owners are close to the water.
Shaws Cottage · The Ridings · Forge Gardens · Higgledy Hideout
For couples
Higgledy Hideout, Beverley House Uk43519 and Ryburn House Uk43518 on Maltongate are compact options with a fireplace and non smoking rooms. Beverley House and Ryburn House keep to the essentials, while Higgledy Hideout adds a garden in the middle of the village.
Higgledy Hideout · Beverley House Uk43519 · Ryburn House Uk43518
Where to stay in Thornton Dale
Roxby Road
Both are 4- or 5-star, both have a garden, garage or parking, and the second adds a swimming pool, hot tub and terrace. This is the quieter, roomier end of the shortlist.
Our picks here: Rinstone Lodge · Rinstone Lodge Thornton Le Dale. Moors cottage with hot tub
Maltongate
Maltongate is the village-centre address shared by Beverley House Uk43519 and Ryburn House Uk43518.
Our picks here: Beverley House Uk43519 · Ryburn House Uk43518
Whitbygate
Whitbygate is the address of Higgledy Hideout, a 4-star cottage with a cot, fireplace and garden. It accepts pets and lists fishing and a river, which places it on the watery side of the village and makes it a strong single choice for a couple with a dog.
Our picks here: Higgledy Hideout
Questions, answered
Which hotels have free parking?
Most of the shortlist does. Rinstone Lodge, Rinstone Lodge Thornton Le Dale, Shaws Cottage, Host & Stay Sunny Dale Cottage, The Ridings, Forge Gardens, Beverley House Uk43519 and Ryburn House Uk43518 all list free car parking. Higgledy Hideout is the exception among the listed properties.
Are any of these hotels pet friendly?
Yes. Shaws Cottage, The Ridings, Forge Gardens and Higgledy Hideout all state that pets are allowed. All four also have a garden.
Do any of the properties have a pool, hot tub or jacuzzi?
Rinstone Lodge Thornton Le Dale has a swimming pool, a Jacuzzi hot tub and a terrace. Rinstone Lodge itself has a jacuzzi and a garden. No other property on the shortlist lists a pool or hot tub.
Which is best for a family?
Host & Stay Sunny Dale Cottage has family rooms and a cot, and Shaws Cottage provides a cot. Rinstone Lodge Thornton Le Dale is the other one with family rooms, and it adds a swimming pool, which makes it the easiest choice with children.
Which is the highest rated or only 5-star hotel?
Rinstone Lodge is the single 5-star property on this shortlist; every other hotel is 4-star. Rinstone Lodge Thornton Le Dale, which shares the Roxby Road address, is 4-star.
Do the cottages have kitchens?
All nine properties list a kitchen, and all nine list a dishwasher. Most also have a washing machine, so self-catering and longer stays are straightforward across the shortlist.
Which properties are non smoking?
Every hotel here lists non smoking rooms, including Rinstone Lodge, Shaws Cottage, Host & Stay Sunny Dale Cottage, Rinstone Lodge Thornton Le Dale, The Ridings, Beverley House Uk43519, Forge Gardens, Ryburn House Uk43518 and Higgledy Hideout.
Which hotel has WiFi?
Free WiFi is listed at Rinstone Lodge, Shaws Cottage, Host & Stay Sunny Dale Cottage, Rinstone Lodge Thornton Le Dale, Beverley House Uk43519, Forge Gardens, Ryburn House Uk43518 and Higgledy Hideout. The Ridings lists free car parking and a garage but no WiFi.