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The Old Deanery

Property class: 4

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A stone building with large windows and a red carpet leading to the entrance.
A bar area with a dark wooden counter, shelves with bottles, and a chandelier.
A traditional living room with leather sofas, a wooden coffee table, and a chandelier.
A formal dining room with a chandelier, wooden chairs, and a patterned carpet.
A hotel room with a bed, a lamp, and a view of a historic building through large windows.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Minster Road, Ripon, England, HG4 1QS
  • Place, Ripon Cathedral
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Prison and Police Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Ripon Racecourse
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room

A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables, a window, and a radiator.

Standard Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a fireplace, and large windows with curtains.

Superior Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Premier Double Room

A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a sitting area with a purple sofa, a desk with a mirror, and a fireplace.

Premier Double Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Ripon

The Old Deanery places you next to Courthouse Museum and Ripon Cathedral. This 11-room, 4-star hotel has free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Courthouse Museum - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Ripon Cathedral - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Prison and Police Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Workhouse Museum - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Ripon Racecourse - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Cattal Station - 18 min drive
  • Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Water Rat - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Royal Oak - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Unicorn Hotel (Wetherspoon) - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Oliver's Pantry - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Old Deanery

Guests of The Old Deanery enjoy free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and a fireplace in the lobby. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with luggage storage, and answer any questions about the accommodations. Additional amenities include a garden and a banquet hall.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Other amenities include electric kettles, phones, and ironing boards.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of GBP 90; reservation required

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Hosted evening meal: GBP 90

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 16
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

The Old Deanery Hotel
The Old Deanery Ripon
The Old Deanery Hotel Ripon

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at The Old Deanery?

The Old Deanery provides free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do within easy reach of The Old Deanery?

This hotel is located in Ripon, just steps from Courthouse Museum and Prison and Police Museum, and within a short walk of Workhouse Museum. You'll also find Obelisk in Ripon Market Square and Spa Park Maze less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at The Old Deanery?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does The Old Deanery include a casino on the premises?

No, The Old Deanery doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Old Deanery?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at The Old Deanery?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including champagne service as well as a restaurant and a bar/lounge.

Are there hot tubs at The Old Deanery?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does The Old Deanery have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Old Deanery serves free full breakfasts each morning from its restaurant.

Does The Old Deanery allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Old Deanery.

Are there connecting rooms at The Old Deanery?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How far is the airport from The Old Deanery?

The closest major airport to The Old Deanery is Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford), which is 22.9 mi away (54 minutes by car). Another top airport is Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.), which is around 26.2 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Old Deanery?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at The Old Deanery that offer a balcony.

The Old Deanery Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 76 out of 96 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 96 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 96 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 96 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 96 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good breakfast friendly and helpful staff enjoyed my stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely old building, delicious breakfast and welcoming friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, rooms are stunning just so helpful
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, great staff, great rooms, great gourmet breakfast and a great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic place, from the staff, the hotel itself or the amazing breakfast, I’d highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is very quaint, with a beautiful garden. Lovely location opposite the cathedral.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Very good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast beautiful. Easy parking
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent breakfast, attentive staff, clean room. Historic building full of interest. Great location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lovely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly, clean and our breakfast was amazing! Very close to the town centre. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

The parking was very easily accessible and was perfectly adequate for the number of rooms in the property. The evening meal was fantastic and the breakfast was extremely good with a very helpful and professional team. I would definitely recommend a stay or a meal here.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic breakfast, and well located near to the cathedral
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay at the Old Deanery. The room was clean and the bed was very comfortable. The breakfast was amazing and we loved the attention to detail. All the staff were very helpful and obviously enjoyed working at the hotel. We also liked the location and ease of parking. We will definitely recommend The Old Deanery to our friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic breakfast using only quality ingredients, best smoked salmon I’ve ever had. Had the taster menu one evening, never before have I tasted such wonderful food, chef Adam is a master of the culinary art.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff brilliant, breakfast (especially the Gluten Free bakery) was fantastic,
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We arrived late Saturday night, the staff were welcoming and helpful. Diners were leaving the restaurant and having a late drink in the reception lounge, so we went straight down as the atmosphere and service was again great. The next morning the breakfast was brilliant and the service personnel and informative. The location could not have been any better for the historic part of town and a great starting point for a long walk on Sunday.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The parking was amazing and we were able to check-in early, situated within a minutes walk of the cathedral and shops were located very near. The facilities were brilliant and the staff were so helpful. Breakfast was out of this world. If you get the chance you must pay this place a visit the whole experience was magnificent.
The building was magnificent and steeped with history
The town cryer was brilliant and very informative
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wow what an incredibly nice place.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent staff and standard of service and lovely room. Great service at breakfast and very different presentation.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Gorgeous Ripon stay

Gorgeous old building with amazing access to Ripon, couldn’t beat the location with the cathedral in view from the window. Lovely breakfast and really friendly staff who helped as much as they could on a hot day!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
What a stunning place. Right opposite the cathedral, bright and quirky , spacious rooms , friendly staff and a stunning breakfast . Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location was perfect with a cathedral view. Lovely hotel and staff and unusual taster menu for breakfast which just enough
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Tight but doable.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice accommodation in an old property

We were made welcome and they took time to explain their tasting breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025