3.5 Star Hotel

Old Swan Hotel

Swan Road, Harrogate, United Kingdom View Map

$137 nightly

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Surrounded by picturesque lawns and gardens, The Old Swan was once the famous retreat of Agatha Christie. It offers modern rooms with private bathrooms and on-site car parking. Originally an 18th-century coaching inn, it now features rooms with tea and coffee-making facilities, a TV and trouser press. Some also have a stand-alone bath and views over the garden. The traditional Swan Lounge and Bar offers a selection of beverages and afternoon teas, while the Wedgewood and Library restaurants serve fresh, locally sourced dishes. The Old Swan was home to Agatha Christie during her disappearance in 1926, and has since been used as a film set for the 1979 film, Agatha. Just a short walk from Harrogate town center, the building is 5 minutes’ walk from the famous Betty’s Tearoom and 15 minutes from Harrogate Railway Station.

2,544 Reviews

7.8Good

What Guests Say

  • “Quirky,traditional, charming, fabulous staff, food, rooms good lovely and warm great couple of days away in winter.”
  • “Absolutely everything. All the staff from reception, assistant Manager/Manager, (who dealt with requests straight away) to the house…”
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Top Amenities

  • Restaurant
  • Free Internet Access
  • Accessible Rooms / Facilities
  • Pets Allowed
  • Non-Smoking Rooms
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Twin Room1/3

Twin Room

194 sqft • 2 Single

  • Accessible by lift
  • Bath or Shower
  • Body soap
  • Carpeting
Double Room1/4

Double Room

194 sqft • 1 Double

  • Accessible by lift
  • Bath or Shower
  • Body soap
  • Carpeting
Executive Double or Twin Room1/4

Executive Double or Twin Room

259 sqft • 1 Double, 2 Single

  • Accessible by lift
  • Bath or Shower
  • Bathrobe(s)
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Executive Suite1/4

Executive Suite

259 sqft • 1 Double

  • Accessible by lift
  • Bath or Shower
  • Bathrobe(s)
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Single Room1/3

Single Room

151 sqft • 1 Single

  • Accessible by lift
  • Additional toilet
  • Bath or Shower
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    What Guests Loved

    7.8
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    Based on 2,544 reviews

    Pros +

    • Quirky,traditional, charming, fabulous staff, food, rooms good lovely and warm great couple of days away in winter.
    • Absolutely everything. All the staff from reception, assistant Manager/Manager, (who dealt with requests straight away) to the house keeping. The marvellous fire in the lounge, lit at night was great to sit by. There's plenty of lovely lounges with comfortable chairs to read. It's in a fab location on a quiet side of Montpellier. Loved it I was treated very nicely.
    • Room was really large, breakfast was delicious & plentiful, evening meal was fantastic, & the staff were great

    Cons -

    • On my first night,I was awoken before 5am by the Korean guests in the next room, banging/shouting. Which ruined my first day due to tiredness .This was a guest problem, not the hotel. Did mention at reception to the young girl. Who suggested it happened again to contact the night manager. The rest of the stay was quieter.
    • It was extremely noisy in our room, the cleaning staff were the noisiest I’ve ever experienced, one even just used her key to walk straight in our room without knocking which had already been serviced (good job we had clothes on) we could also hear the people in next room talking & banging from the room above at 7am some soundproofing is needed this was in room 153. Also the discretionary 10% added to everything is an absolute no go in my opinion I leave a tip to the people I want not who someone else decides (stop doing this) also it was cold in dining room
    • The bedrooms need an update. The cooked breakfast looked good but more continental options needed.
    10ZenaPosted on: 2-20-2026

    Quirky,traditional, charming, fabulous staff, food, rooms good lovely and warm great couple of days away in winter.

    9CarolinePosted on: 2-20-2026

    Absolutely everything. All the staff from reception, assistant Manager/Manager, (who dealt with requests straight away) to the house keeping. The marvellous fire in the lounge, lit at night was great to sit by. There's plenty of lovely lounges with comfortable chairs to read. It's in a fab location on a quiet side of Montpellier. Loved it I was treated very nicely.

    On my first night,I was awoken before 5am by the Korean guests in the next room, banging/shouting. Which ruined my first day due to tiredness .This was a guest problem, not the hotel. Did mention at reception to the young girl. Who suggested it happened again to contact the night manager. The rest of the stay was quieter.

    7MazzPosted on: 2-19-2026

    Room was really large, breakfast was delicious & plentiful, evening meal was fantastic, & the staff were great

    It was extremely noisy in our room, the cleaning staff were the noisiest I’ve ever experienced, one even just used her key to walk straight in our room without knocking which had already been serviced (good job we had clothes on) we could also hear the people in next room talking & banging from the room above at 7am some soundproofing is needed this was in room 153. Also the discretionary 10% added to everything is an absolute no go in my opinion I leave a tip to the people I want not who someone else decides (stop doing this) also it was cold in dining room

    8EmmaPosted on: 2-19-2026

    Old glamour and charm. Our room was very large with a beautiful bathroom and roll top bath. Evening meal that was included in the price we paid was exceptional.

    The bedrooms need an update. The cooked breakfast looked good but more continental options needed.

    8JohnPosted on: 2-17-2026

    The reasons for my visit to Harrogate needed my stay to be somewhere near the town centre. The hotel's location was perfect. My room was perfectly adequate; comfortable and warm. The facilities, bathroom, TV etc were very good.Breakfast was very good with a wide range of choice of food. The flavour and texture of any food is not enhanced by being placed under the heat of a "Bain Marie". It was, however, quite acceptable.

    9SarahPosted on: 2-17-2026

    The location was excellent and the staff were friendly and very attentive. A very characterful hotel with lots of history.

    The standard double room was not as shown on the internet pictures. The hotel and room were cold. The shower temperature was either scolding hot or freezing.

    9JohnPosted on: 2-17-2026

    Nice room Great breakfast

    Carpet is hideous

    8SandrakerePosted on: 2-16-2026

    Very good location, nice hotel, big rooms, clean and comfortable.

    I don't think it's very fair to charge people extra for parking.

    10MichaelPosted on: 2-16-2026

    Great location, excellent food and friendly staff.

    No control over the heating in bedroom.

    10NickPosted on: 2-16-2026

    Beautiful hotel, well kept, friendly staff, perfect location.

    7MarkPosted on: 2-16-2026

    Good staff very good food

    Very poor heating in room poor excess of a temporary heater supplied

    10MariaPosted on: 2-15-2026

    Plenty of choice. Buffet not hot enough. Evening meals very good. Staff excellent.

    10LesPosted on: 2-14-2026

    Clean comfortable room with a lovely view over front gardens. Nice refreshment tray. Very friendly & helpful staff.

    Radiator did not work in bathroom

    7LauraPosted on: 2-14-2026

    The breakfast was very tasty with fresh local produce and a lovely large dining room to enjoy it in. The hotel is a lovely old building and huge.

    We had a basic double room and the bathroom was very small and the toilet was tucked away behind the bath which felt very claustrophobic. We had the evening meal option and were disappointed with the choice of options left at the time we booked the meal for. No one in our party were able to have our first choice and we didn't like the meals we ended up with.

    9AmandaPosted on: 2-13-2026

    The staff were friendly and helpful, especially regarding parking.

    The bedroom furnishings were slightly dated

    9AndrewPosted on: 2-13-2026

    Great locationGreat breakfast

    Heating controls not working

    10GlynisPosted on: 2-13-2026

    Lovely atmosphere clean rooms and beautiful breakfast

    8DavidPosted on: 2-13-2026

    Nice breakfast, fabulous Dining room. Lovely stylish hotel

    Nothing really, very satisfied with all aspects

    6AlanPosted on: 2-13-2026

    Its location very central for bars and restaurants

    The evening meal was very poor two mains on the menu were not available

    8RobertPosted on: 2-12-2026

    Friendly, approachable staff.

    TRV on radiator did not appear to work. Room got too hot until windows opened.Plug in hand basin did not hold water.Less rain next time please :-)

    Amenities & Policies

    Amenities

    Food & Drinks

    • Restaurant

    Media & Technology

    • Free Internet Access

    Transportation

    • Accessible parking

    Health & Safety

    • Health Services
    • Daily disinfection

    Accessibility

    • Handicapped Rooms/Facilities

    Kid Friendly

    • Family Friendly

    General

    • Pets Allowed
    • No Smoking Rooms/Facilities

    Guest policies

    Check-inAfter 3:00 PM
    Check-outBefore 11:00 AM
    InternetFree Wi-Fi is available.
    Children & Extra BedsChildren of all ages are welcome. Children of age 3 to 15 can stay with extra bed, subject to additional charges. Children of age 0 to 2 stay free with cot.
    PetsPets are allowed upon request. Charges may apply.
    Room RatesAll rates displayed are for two guests unless otherwise noted.

    Important info

    Please note that extra beds/cribs can only be accommodated in the Executive Rooms.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

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    Swan Road, Harrogate

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