Lightwater Valley Theme Park - 8 min drive - 6.2 km
Newby Hall and Gardens - 12 min drive - 9.3 km
Getting around
Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 51 min drive
Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford) - 53 min drive
Cattal Station - 17 min drive
Hammerton Station - 19 min drive
Thirsk Station - 22 min drive
Restaurants
The Water Rat - 5 min walk
The Forge - 7 min walk
The Dragon Inn - 6 min walk
The Black Swan - 6 min walk
Oliver's Pantry - 5 min walk
About this property
The Old Deanery
The Old Deanery is a great choice for a stay in Ripon. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
11 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions.
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free cooked-to-order breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–8:30 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Room service
Working away
Meeting room
Services
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Facilities
Garden
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Home comfort
Coffee/tea maker
Bathrobes
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Alarm clock
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Phone
Food and drink
Free bottled water
Fees & policies
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Does The Old Deanery offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Old Deanery does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Old Deanery?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Old Deanery?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Old Deanery?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.
What is there to do at The Old Deanery and nearby?
The Old Deanery has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Old Deanery?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around The Old Deanery like?
The Old Deanery is a short 1-minute walk from Ripon Cathedral and 3 minutes' walk from Prison and Police Museum.
The Old Deanery Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 30, 2020
A special place to stay
I loved this hotel. It is quirky and stylish and, above all, comfortable. I had a lovely large room and to say it had a 'cathedral view' was an understatement. I couldn't see anything else - the cathedral is the other side of the road.
The staff were lovely. Friendly, efficient and helpful.
Plentiful restaurants are just around the corner.
I will undoubtedly stay there again if I am up that way in the future.
Graham
Graham, 1-night business trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Oct 28, 2020
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 28, 2020
Fabulous location, great place steeped in history, friendly staff. Only downside was the pull out bed for the kids which was poor, shame as everything else was spot on.
Matt
Matt, 1-night family trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
6/10 Good
Oct 25, 2020
In need of TLC
Service was good staff friendly room clean but not very comfortable, the hotel itself was tired and in need of refurbishment which is a shame because it could be a special hotel
Garry
Garry, 2-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Oct 14, 2020
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 9, 2020
JOHN
JOHN, 1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 4, 2020
kenneth
kenneth, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
4/10 Fair
Oct 4, 2020
The character of the building . It is very tired and needs some money spending on it!!
Walton
Walton, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 3, 2020
The Old Deanery is a fantastic place rich in historical
Elizabeth
Elizabeth, 1-night family trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 1, 2020
Great stay - lucky find
Great stay at the Deanery with a perfect location across from the Cathedral and all the lovely local restaurants, was staying for business but would defiantly base out of here to see more that Yorkshire has to offer.
Liam
Liam, 1-night business trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Sep 27, 2020
Lovely, but tired hotel. Staff very friendly. Only disappointment was lack of evening meal. Lovely position opposite cathedral in Ripon.
Anne
Anne, 3-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 23, 2020
Large room for 3 adults and child, breakfast spot on. Very clean and warm.
Steve
Steve, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
Sep 22, 2020
Room was disappointing tv did not work and leak in the bathroom was not what we were looking for. Room was also very hot
Verified traveler
1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Sep 17, 2020
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 13, 2020
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Sep 12, 2020
It was a lovely old building with history,it does need some minor repairs but property is clean and gets cleaned daily
lesley
lesley, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Sep 12, 2020
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
4/10 Fair
Sep 9, 2020
Ripon city of the dammed
Hotel atmosphere very cold like death warmed up
Staff very standoffish
All looked petrified
And seemd glad to see the back of customers
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Sep 8, 2020
uirky and historic
A hotel full of history and quirky rooms. The sloping bedroom floors and wonky doors are part of the charm of this lovely little hotel. The staff are very friendly and the cooked breakfast is one of the best I have ever had.
Darren
Darren, 1-night family trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Sep 5, 2020
The carpet in the bedroom was stained in several places & in urgent need of a good clean or replacement.
Whilst in the main our stay was comfortable we felt the Hotel needed a bit of a face lift.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Sep 5, 2020
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 28, 2020
Helen
Helen, 2-night family trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 28, 2020
Great location!
We loved our stay at the Old Deanery. Such a lovely location next to the cathedral and the garden was great for a drink in the evening. Would definitely stay again!
Oliver
Oliver, 1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 24, 2020
Fantastic stay!
Fantastic 3 night stay while visiting family. Lovely room with great facilities and a view of the Minster. Staff were very friendly and breakfast delicious! Would definitely stay here again in the future and would recommend. Also great safety procedures in place during the COVID pandemic