The Old Deanery

2.0 star property

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Front of property
Garden
Interior
Free daily cooked-to-order breakfast
Superior Double Room, Ensuite (2nd Floor) | Desk, iron/ironing board, alarm clocks

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Room service

Explore the area

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Minster Road, Ripon, ENG, HG4 1QS
  • Place, Courthouse Museum
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Ripon Cathedral
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Ripon Racecourse
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Room options

Superior Double Room, Ensuite (1st Floor)

  • 160 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Double Room, Ensuite (1st Floor, Four Poster)

  • 150 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Ensuite (1st Floor)

  • 180 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

Standard Double Room, Ensuite (2nd Floor)

  • 150 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Double Room, Ensuite (2nd Floor)

  • 160 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Superior Twin Room, Ensuite (2nd Floor)

  • 160 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Ripon

The Old Deanery places you next to Courthouse Museum and Ripon Cathedral. This 11-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, a restaurant, 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
  • Jack Laugher Leisure And Wellness Centre - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Ripon Racecourse - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Cattal Station - 17 min drive
  • Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Oliver's Pantry - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪One Eyed Rat - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Forge - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Unicorn Hotel (Wetherspoon) - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Old Deanery

At The Old Deanery, guests have access to a meeting room, wedding services, and a garden. There's free parking if you drive. Friendly staff can provide luggage storage, and also offer advice about sightseeing.
For entertainment, guests can expect to find flat-screen TVs. Bathrooms offer hair dryers, free toiletries, and bathrobes. Coffee makers, phones, and ironing boards are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is not available.

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Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 3 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Room service

More

  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 11 AM

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

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; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
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. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Old Deanery?

The Old Deanery offers free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see 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 Spa Park Maze and Jack Laugher Leisure And Wellness Centre 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 have a casino at the property?

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

Will I find an indoor pool at The Old Deanery?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Old Deanery?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like bathrobes as well as a restaurant and a bar/lounge.

Are there hot tubs at The Old Deanery?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Old Deanery have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Old Deanery serves free cooked-to-order breakfasts each morning from its restaurant.

Will 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.

What is the closest airport to The Old Deanery?

The closest major airport to The Old Deanery is Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford), which is about 19.2 mi away. 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, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at The Old Deanery.

Does The Old Deanery host weddings?

If you plan to exchange vows during your trip, consider the wedding services available at The Old Deanery.

The Old Deanery Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 126 out of 227 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 71 out of 227 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 227 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 227 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 227 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Graham

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

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.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020
Verified

6/10 Okay

Garry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

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
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
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4/10 Poor

Walton

Disliked: Staff & service
The character of the building . It is very tired and needs some money spending on it!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Old Deanery is a fantastic place rich in historical
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Liam

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

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.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020
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8/10 Good

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Lovely, but tired hotel. Staff very friendly. Only disappointment was lack of evening meal. Lovely position opposite cathedral in Ripon.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large room for 3 adults and child, breakfast spot on. Very clean and warm.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020
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4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Room was disappointing tv did not work and leak in the bathroom was not what we were looking for. Room was also very hot
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020
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8/10 Good

lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a lovely old building with history,it does need some minor repairs but property is clean and gets cleaned daily
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
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4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

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
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020
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8/10 Good

Darren

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

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.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
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.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Oliver

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

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!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Leigh

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

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
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Perfect location-5 minutes walk to restaurants etc! Stunning view of the garden willow trees. Parking right next to the hotel. However, the interior is very old and tatty. The walls are crumbling painted plaster and there are acres of beige carpets-up the stairs, along the corridors and into the rooms. Hardly practical with the footfall and the wheelie suitcases. They probably installed it to reduce noise transmission in this converted deanery. Our en-suite was the usual in a converted room-cramped (vertical coffin for a shower), no window and therefore a noisy extractor fan for ventilation. The bed was too soft and bouncy. The cooked breakfast was good but no cereals or fruit. The place needs a total refurbishment. It could be a beautiful hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Most enjoyable stay in a great location enhanced by proximity to the Ripon cathedral and with a garden. All members of staff including the manager were friendly, helpful and efficient. Considerable care had been taken to ensure that all government coronavirus recommendations had been implemented and we felt safe and secure. A served breakfast provided good choice and was well prepared.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
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8/10 Good

henry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
an old building with lots of character and charm.the staff are very pleasant and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Nadine

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

Well worth a visit

What a lovely hotel, beautiful inside and a fabulous garden with a great big tree that the kids loved to play and explore. The staff were extremely attentive and professional. The breakfast was really good quality and served with no delay. I can not recommend this hotel enough and I would stay again. Exceptional value
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020
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8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Interesting old building in friendly city with plenty of history . Young efficient staff , very clean . We felt social distancing and hygiene was achieved and enjoyed our stay . Room surprisingly basic but pretty garden for morning coffee and afternoon teas .
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020
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8/10 Good

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Unexpected overnight stsy

Went for a family day out in Ripon and hadn't planned for an overnight stay but wanted to see more of the town and museums so were totally unprepared. Saw the Old Deanary on Hotels.com and spur of the moment booked it. Very easy to find and staff friendly and helpful. Grounds very nice and well maintained though weather meant we couldn't enjoy them to the fullest. Breakfast was plentiful however there is no vegan choice. Decor needs a little TLC but overall a pleasant stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet

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

stay in Ripon

Breakfast was amazing nothing was too much trouble beautiful surroundings
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a lovely building with lots of history to it, all explained in the folder in the rooms. My room was big with a massive mullioned window overlooking the cathedral across the road. I had a lovely en suite with lots of hot water. There is no lift but the staff carried my case for me when needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian

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

Excellent hotel

Very clean hotel, staff are excellent and very helpful. This is an old building and has character and charm. If you want straight walls and flat floors then stay at a Travelodge. The view of the cathedral from our room was excellent. We would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The reception staff were charming and eager to oblige. The garrett room had low ceiling height so that it was necessary to bend down in the shower to wash the head.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019