The Sawley Arms

4.0 star property
Inn in Ripon with a restaurant and a bar

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Terrace/patio
Bunk Bed, Colliers Far - Room 7 | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished
Luxury Apartment | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished
Exterior
Luxury Apartment | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
Sawley, Fountains Abbey, Ripon, England, HG4 3EQ
  • Fountains Abbey
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Studley Royal Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Lightwater Valley Theme Park
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford)
    ‪36 min drive‬

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Room options

Skell Bank Room 6 -Deluxe Room

  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Calf Haugh Room 5 -Deluxe Double Room

  • 153 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Ravens Nest Room 3 - Family Room

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Hebden Room 4 - Family Room

  • 275 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

The Sawley Bunkhouse Room 8 -Deluxe Shared Dormitory.

  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

Warren Room 2 -Deluxe Twin Room

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Bunk Bed, Colliers Far - Room 7

  • 97 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Luxury Apartment

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Spa Gill - Room 1 Deluxe Double Room

  • 275 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Ripon

The Sawley Arms places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Studley Royal Park and Nidderdale. This 4-star inn has 78 guestrooms and offers conveniences like a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Fountains Abbey - 3 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Studley Royal Park - 3 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Ripon Cathedral - 9 min drive - 6.7 miles
  • Ripon Racecourse - 10 min drive - 7.5 miles
  • Lightwater Valley Theme Park - 12 min drive - 9.4 miles

Getting around

  • Weeton Station - 20 min drive
  • Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Garden - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Studley tearoom - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Olive Tree at Tates - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Dragon Inn - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Black Swan - ‬7 min drive

About this property

The Sawley Arms

Inn in Ripon with a restaurant and a bar
Guests staying at The Sawley Arms enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a terrace, and a garden. If you drive, put free parking to good use.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to noon for a fee: GBP 16 for adults and GBP 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 16.00 for adults and GBP 10.00 for children

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 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.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

The Sawley Arms Inn
The Sawley Arms Ripon
The Sawley Arms Inn Ripon

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at The Sawley Arms?

The Sawley Arms provides free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at The Sawley Arms?

As of Jun 1, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Sawley Arms on Jun 11, 2025 start from $162.63, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do within easy reach of The Sawley Arms?

This inn is located in Ripon, close to Fountains Abbey, Brimham Rocks, and Ripon Cathedral. You'll also find Nidderdale and Studley Royal Park within a short drive.

Is there parking available at The Sawley Arms?

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

Does The Sawley Arms have a casino?

No, The Sawley Arms doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Sawley Arms?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

Is The Sawley Arms good for couples?

Couples staying at this inn will appreciate amenities like premium bedding as well as a bar and a restaurant.

Does The Sawley Arms have a hot tub?

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

Does The Sawley Arms feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Sawley Arms serves a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does The Sawley Arms allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Sawley Arms.

Does The Sawley Arms have connecting rooms?

No, this inn doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to The Sawley Arms?

The closest major airport to The Sawley Arms is Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford), which is 25.4 mi away (59 minutes by car). Another top airport is Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.), which is around 29.1 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at The Sawley Arms?

Yes, some guestrooms at The Sawley Arms offer a furnished patio and may feature garden views.

The Sawley Arms Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 61 out of 81 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 81 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 81 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 81 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 81 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Martyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

John

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a relaxed small hotel - a bit like a guest house / hotel with good dining and bar for locals. Sawley is very convenient for Fountains Abbey but isolated - a car is essential. The Spanish chef was very good, as was the room andvthe staff attentive
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Richard

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

Me and my Wife time

Fantastic place to stay But with some issues in my mind Room was very clean and comfortable with some very modern touches Then spoiled by plastic cups only two small biscuits very small tv then having to pay for breakfast I would expect a room at £178 would include breakfast Staff were very nice Parking handy for rooms
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keeley

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were exceptional, wonderful staff and a gem of a country pub, highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Maureen

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Paul

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

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

Best night’s sleep in a long time!

Modern, spotlessly clean accommodation and super- comfy beds! There was even a TV in the bathroom! Lovely country pub and beer garden. Restaurant a bit on the expensive side, but the quality and presentation of the food was really good. The take away fish and chips were half the price of the eat in and were delicious. Would definitely stay here again without hesitation.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

CARON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Such a really cosy well run pub with lovely rooms and amazing staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great one night stay. The room was clean, very modern and with high quality finish. Our daughter loved the high sleeper bed which was very safe. Convenient location for Brimham Rocks and Fountains Abbey. Plenty of parking onsite. We had a great dinner in the pub and our breakfast was delicious too. Friendly staff, would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

SUSAN

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Peter

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

Potential- room for improvement.

Stayed for five nights in an excellent room - first rate facilities, esp bathroom. Slight criticism: bed linen and towels unappealing colour and towels rather thin. Pub warm and comfortable, very friendly, staff helpful, excellent breakfasts. Dined in twice. Appreciated the special offer on steak night but winter menu otherwise rather dull, limited and overpriced. Over all an enjoyable stay but not outstanding value for money.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lyn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tanya, Estelle, Tim and the Scouse supporter were so friendly and helpful. The accommodation was immaculately clean and well maintained. Food was lovely and reasonably priced. We definitely plan to revisit soon. The only improvement I would suggest is to have ironing facilities in the room for guest”s convenience. Thanks to all for such a great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Arthur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff, great rooms recently done, beautiful area
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Extremely attentive staff and a great night sleep!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carolan

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Jason

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely one night stay. Sure, the walls are a bit thin but it really didn't bother us. It's the food that gets the rave reviews. You know when your eyes water with satisfaction and contentment....that!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good place but a bit overpriced we thought
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023