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4-star hotels in Pateley Bridge
This shortlist gathers every 4-star hotel and cottage in Pateley Bridge, a small Yorkshire Dales town, so you can compare them at a glance. It suits couples, families and small groups who want a self-catering or guest-house stay with parking in the heart of the dale.
Staying in Pateley Bridge
Pateley Bridge sits in Nidderdale, a quieter part of the Yorkshire Dales, with a single main street of stone buildings, a river running through, and open moorland rising on both sides. Visitors come for walking, cycling and fishing, and to use the town as a base for exploring the surrounding dales and reservoirs. The atmosphere is relaxed and rural rather than busy.
Most of the listed properties cluster on or just off the main street and the lanes leading down to the river, with a few set slightly further out along Wath Road, Greenwood Road, Old Church Lane, Bewerley and Bridgehouse Gate. This mix of central addresses and edge-of-town cottages means you can choose between stepping straight out to the shops and cafés or having a quieter spot with a garden. The 4-star properties suit couples looking for a weekend break, families wanting space and a kitchen, and small groups of friends. Several allow dogs and provide off-street parking, which matters if you arrive by car.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Harefield Hall
Pateley Bridge, Pateley Bridge, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Internet access
Why stay hereHarefield Hall is the only hotel-style 4-star stay on this list, with a restaurant, bar and terrace of its own, plus a garden and free car parking. Guests rate it 4.6 out of 5 across 192 reviews. Fishing and horse riding can be arranged, and bicycle hire makes it easy to head out from Pateley Bridge without a car. It suits travellers who want meals and services on site rather than a self-catering base.
See Harefield HallSwift Cottage
Pateley Bridge North Yorkshire Hg3 Uk, Pateley Bridge, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
Why stay hereSwift Cottage is a 4-star self-catering base with a full kitchen including oven, microwave and dishwasher, plus a washing machine for longer stays. A fireplace and garden give the cottage its own comfortable character, and free car parking is available. It suits families or couples who prefer cooking their own meals and settling in for several nights in Pateley Bridge.
See Swift CottageLavender Cottage
Pateley Bridge, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereLavender Cottage offers 4-star self-catering with a kitchen, free Wifi and free car parking, plus a garage for the car. A garden adds outdoor space, and pets are allowed, so dogs can come along. It suits guests who want a quiet, practical cottage base in Pateley Bridge and plan to explore the surrounding area by car.
See Lavender CottageHost & Stay Ramblers Retreat
Bridgehouse Gate, Pateley Bridge, United Kingdom
- Kitchen
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereHost & Stay Ramblers Retreat provides 4-star self-catering with a kitchen, washing machine and free Wifi, and coffee, toiletries and towels are provided so you can travel light. The cottage is carpeted, and free parking is not listed, so check arrival details before booking. It suits walkers and couples wanting a simple, well-equipped base in Pateley Bridge.
See Host & Stay Ramblers RetreatCosy cottage in the heart of Pateley Bridge.
1 Badgers Court, Pateley Bridge, United Kingdom
Best for: Travelling with pets
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereThis cosy 4-star cottage sits at 1 Badgers Court in the heart of Pateley Bridge, with a fireplace, patio, terrace and garden for relaxing. The kitchen includes a dishwasher and microwave, plus free Wifi, and pets are allowed. Fishing, canoeing and horse riding are all listed, so it suits active guests and dog owners who want to be central and self-sufficient.
See Cosy cottage in the heart of Pateley Bridge.The Burrow
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Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereThe Burrow is a 4-star cottage at Gillbeck Barn with a kitchen, washing machine and free Wifi, plus a garden and a garage. Pets are allowed, and free car parking is available, making it straightforward for guests arriving by car. It suits couples or small families who want a self-catering base in Pateley Bridge with room for a dog.
See The BurrowNidd Cottage
11 Millfield Street_X000d_Pateley Bridge_X000d_, Pateley Bridge, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereNidd Cottage is 4-star self-catering on Millfield Street with a kitchen, dishwasher, washing machine and free Wifi. A cot is provided, and pets are allowed, with a garden and parking available. Fishing is listed as a local activity. It suits families with a baby or young child who want a comfortable cottage base in Pateley Bridge.
See Nidd CottageRoslyn House
9 High Street, Pateley Bridge, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereRoslyn House is a 4-star cottage at 9 High Street, combining a fireplace with a full kitchen that includes an oven, dishwasher and microwave. Free Wifi and free car parking are available, and pets are allowed. Coffee, toiletries and towels are provided. It suits guests who want a central Pateley Bridge address with the comforts of a proper home from home.
See Roslyn HouseHill View
Hill View_X000d_Greenwood Road_X000d_Pateley Bridge_X000d_, Pateley Bridge, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereHill View is a 4-star cottage on Greenwood Road with a kitchen, washing machine and free Wifi, plus a garden and a garage. Free car parking is available and a cot is provided. Fishing is among the listed activities. It suits families or couples who want a quiet self-catering stay in Pateley Bridge with easy parking.
See Hill ViewParkside
1 Parkside Low Wath Road, Pateley Bridge, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereParkside offers 4-star apartment-style accommodation at 1 Parkside on Low Wath Road, with a kitchen, washing machine and free Wifi. Free car parking is provided, pets are allowed, and toiletries and towels come as standard. It suits guests who want the independence of an apartment in Pateley Bridge while keeping a car close by.
See ParksideSandholme Cottage Pateley Bridge
Sandholme Cottage Wath Road, Pateley Bridge, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Family rooms
Why stay hereSandholme Cottage on Wath Road is a 4-star cottage with a river setting, terrace, patio and garden, plus a fireplace for cooler evenings. The kitchen includes a dishwasher and microwave, and there is a cot and a sofa bed, so families have flexibility. Free Wifi and free car parking are available, and pets are allowed. It suits larger groups or families wanting space indoors and out.
See Sandholme Cottage Pateley Bridge1 Bed in Pateley Bridge 88520
1 Garden Mewshigh Streetpateley Bridge, Pateley Bridge, United Kingdom
- Kitchen
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereThis 4-star one-bedroom property on High Street is compact and practical, with a kitchen including oven, dishwasher and refrigerator, plus free Wifi. Towels are provided. It suits a couple or solo traveller who wants a straightforward self-catering base in the centre of Pateley Bridge and does not need extra living space or outdoor areas.
See 1 Bed in Pateley Bridge 88520Chews Cottage
Old Church Lane, Pateley Bridge, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Step-free access
- Family rooms
- Kitchen
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereChews Cottage is a 4-star apartment-style stay on Old Church Lane with the widest range of facilities here, including a balcony, terrace, patio and picnic area, plus a bar and a restaurant nearby. Bicycle hire, canoeing and horse riding are listed, along with laundry and dry cleaning, luggage storage and a shuttle service. A desk, family rooms and wheelchair access add flexibility. It suits guests who want space, services and activity access.
See Chews CottageRiver View Pateley Uk47337
Brigg House Farm_X000d_Low Wath Road_X000d_Pateley Bridge_X000d_, Pateley Bridge, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereRiver View Pateley Uk47337 is a 4-star cottage at Brigg House Farm on Low Wath Road with a kitchen, dishwasher, washing machine and free Wifi. A garden and free car parking are available, and pets are allowed. It suits couples or families who want a self-catering stay in Pateley Bridge with outdoor space and easy parking.
See River View Pateley Uk47337River View Sanctuary Uk47338
Brigg House Farm_X000d_Low Wath Road_X000d_Pateley Bridge_X000d_, Pateley Bridge, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereRiver View Sanctuary Uk47338 is a 4-star cottage at Brigg House Farm on Low Wath Road with a kitchen, dishwasher and free Wifi. A garden and free car parking are provided. It suits guests who want a peaceful self-catering base in Pateley Bridge, with no pets listed, making it a good fit for those who prefer a pet-free property.
See River View Sanctuary Uk47338
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Pets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harefield Hall | ★★★★ | Yes | – |
| Swift Cottage | ★★★★ | Yes | – |
| Lavender Cottage | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes |
| Host & Stay Ramblers Retreat | ★★★★ | – | – |
| Cosy cottage in the heart of Pateley Bridge. | ★★★★ | – | Yes |
| The Burrow | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes |
| Nidd Cottage | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes |
| Roslyn House | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes |
| Hill View | ★★★★ | Yes | – |
| Parkside | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes |
| Sandholme Cottage Pateley Bridge | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes |
| 1 Bed in Pateley Bridge 88520 | ★★★★ | – | – |
| Chews Cottage | ★★★★ | – | – |
| River View Pateley Uk47337 | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes |
| River View Sanctuary Uk47338 | ★★★★ | Yes | – |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
Sandholme Cottage also has a sofa bed, a garden and a patio, while Chews Cottage adds a picnic area and a terrace, useful for children who need room to run around.
Nidd Cottage · Sandholme Cottage Pateley Bridge · Chews Cottage
For dog owners
Pets are allowed at Lavender Cottage, the Cosy cottage on Badgers Court, The Burrow, Nidd Cottage, Roslyn House, Parkside, Sandholme Cottage and River View Pateley. These are all self-catering properties with gardens or terraces and free parking, making them straightforward for guests travelling with a dog.
Lavender Cottage · Cosy cottage in the heart of Pateley Bridge. · The Burrow · Nidd Cottage · Roslyn House · Parkside
With a garden
If outdoor space matters, these give you somewhere to sit out after a day on the moors.
Harefield Hall · Swift Cottage · Lavender Cottage · Parkside · Sandholme Cottage Pateley Bridge · River View Pateley Uk47337
Top-rated pick
Harefield Hall has the strongest guest score of the listed properties, 4.6 out of 5 from 192 reviews. It is a 4-star hotel with a restaurant, bar, free parking, bicycle hire and a garden, so it suits travellers who want hotel services rather than a self-catering cottage.
Questions, answered
Which of these 4-star hotels in Pateley Bridge has the best guest rating?
Harefield Hall scores 4.6 out of 5 from 192 guest reviews, the highest rating among the listed 4-star properties. It also has the widest range of hotel facilities, including a restaurant, bar, bicycle hire and free parking.
Which properties have free parking?
Free car parking is listed at Harefield Hall, Swift Cottage, Lavender Cottage, The Burrow, Roslyn House, Hill View, Parkside, Sandholme Cottage Pateley Bridge and both River View properties. That covers most of the shortlist, though not every cottage.
Do any of these hotels allow pets?
Pets are allowed at Lavender Cottage, the Cosy cottage in the heart of Pateley Bridge, The Burrow, Nidd Cottage, Roslyn House, Parkside, Sandholme Cottage Pateley Bridge and River View Pateley Uk47337. Harefield Hall and the remaining properties do not list pets as allowed.
Which hotels are best for families?
Nidd Cottage and Sandholme Cottage Pateley Bridge list cots and family rooms, and Sandholme also has a sofa bed. Chews Cottage has family rooms, a garden, a picnic area and a terrace.
Do any have a pool or spa?
None of the listed 4-star hotels or cottages in Pateley Bridge offer a pool or spa. Facilities instead focus on gardens, parking, kitchens and, at Harefield Hall, a restaurant and bar.
Is breakfast available at these hotels?
Breakfast is not listed as a facility for these properties. Harefield Hall has a restaurant and lunch service, but the rest are self-catering cottages with kitchens, so you would prepare your own meals.
Which property is closest to the centre of Pateley Bridge?
Exact distances are not provided for any of the properties. Several addresses are on or just off the main street, including Roslyn House on High Street and the cottage at 1 Badgers Court, which are the most central by address.
What facilities does Harefield Hall offer?
Harefield Hall has a restaurant, bar, garden, terrace, free car parking, bicycle hire, internet access, non-smoking rooms, laundry service, a safe and special diets. It is a 4-star hotel with a 4.6 out of 5 guest rating from 192 reviews.