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The Royal Oak Hotel

3.0 star property
Inn with a restaurant, steps from North York Moors National Park

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Exterior
Pool
Outdoor dining
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Bar (on property)

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
15 Market Place, Helmsley, York, England, YO62 5BL
  • Duncombe Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Hemsley Walled Garden
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Rievaulx Abbey
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.)
    ‪55 min drive‬

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Room options

Double or Twin Room (Room 3)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Double Room ( Room 4)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room (Room 5)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Double Room (Room 2)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Double Room (Room 1)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Helmsley

The Royal Oak Hotel places you next to North York Moors National Park and Helmsley Arts Centre. This 5-room, 3-star inn has a restaurant and a bar/lounge, along with free in-room WiFi.
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What's nearby

  • Duncombe Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Cleveland Way - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Hemsley Walled Garden - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Rievaulx Abbey - 6 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Ampleforth Abbey - 7 min drive - 4.7 miles

Getting around

  • Thirsk Station - 22 min drive
  • Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Star Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Kirks Coffee House & Kitchen - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Helmsley Brewing Co - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Williams - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Fairfax Arms - ‬8 min drive

About this property

The Royal Oak Hotel

Inn with a restaurant, steps from North York Moors National Park
Guests of The Royal Oak Hotel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a library, and laundry facilities. A stay here includes free offsite parking. Helpful staff can provide luggage storage and a safe deposit box at the front desk. This smoke-free inn also has a picnic area.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and TVs with digital channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Coffee makers, safes, and desks are also available.

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 offsite parking
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [On-site bar]

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 5 per pet, per stay
  • Dogs only
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: GBP 5 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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, debit cards, and cash
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free nearby 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, debit cards, and cash.

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.

Property is also known as

Royal Oak Hotel Helmsley
The Royal Oak Hotel Inn
Royal Oak Helmsley
The Royal Oak Hotel York
The Royal Oak Hotel Inn York

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of The Royal Oak Hotel?

This inn is located in York, just steps from North York Moors National Park and Helmsley Arts Centre, and within a short walk of Hemsley Walled Garden. You'll also find Duncombe Park and Cleveland Way less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at The Royal Oak Hotel?

No, there isn't parking at the inn but you'll find free parking nearby.

Does The Royal Oak Hotel feature a casino on the premises?

No, The Royal Oak Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Royal Oak Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Royal Oak Hotel?

Couples will appreciate amenities like a bar, a restaurant, and a library at this inn.

Does The Royal Oak Hotel have a hot tub?

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

Does The Royal Oak Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Royal Oak Hotel serves breakfast for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does The Royal Oak Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at The Royal Oak Hotel for a fee of GBP 5 per pet, per stay.

Does The Royal Oak Hotel have connecting rooms?

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

How far is the airport from The Royal Oak Hotel?

The closest major airport to The Royal Oak Hotel is Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.), which is about 23.7 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Royal Oak Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Royal Oak Hotel.

The Royal Oak Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 82 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 31 out of 82 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 82 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 82 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 82 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Louise

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

10/10 Excellent

TERRENCE

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was located in the center of Helmsley.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

john

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

karen

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

A comfy stay

The room was spacious and comfy. The staff were super friendly and heoful. However wifi did not work at all and beer was poor quality.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Elisabeth

Pretty average

The accommodation was much as expected. The room clean and tidy but the windows were not double glazed and so outside noise easily heard. In the bathroom little things like the toilet roll placed too far back and no plug in the hand basin were minor inconveniences.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

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

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Arthur

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property in center of town. Walkable to all the attractions. Enjoyed our stay room was very cute and well decorated.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Dont advertise free wifi when there isnt any

Spacious room, nice view over market square. Shower room needs refurbishment. Very disappointed that there was no free wifi in the public areas nor in the room.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

wendy

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Paul

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

Good overall

Nice sized room. Right in the square. Bathroom a bit manky.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and staff member at check in and during the afternoon in the bar was very helpful & knowledgeable. We found the room and facilities to be excellent, other than the bed which was a little uncomfortable. Disappointed to return at only 1045pm to be told last orders had been called at the bar and we couldn't have a final drink. Other than that would recommend and would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

2/10 Terrible

Jenny

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shirley

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean but dated premises. The room was specious & bed comfortable. Staff were very friendly & noise from the bar area below not a problem. Breakfast was a little disappointing but good pre-selection the night before. Parking outside was convenient but council run public car park free between 6pm & 9am. All in all a decent stay for the convenience & friendliness.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Terry

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

2/10 Terrible

alan

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Dreadful, Things old and some not working (including some lights and Wi-Fi) but worst of all very loud music from down below till 11pm so couldn’t hear myself think. (All recorded) Awful, worst of places I’ve been and all for £100!!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

terence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully set-up room with comfortable bed and pillows, and useful other units. Provision of water bottles and good range of teas and coffees was excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

6/10 Okay

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
TV Didn't work
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Fiona

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

Friendly small hotel.

Pleasant stay in a friendly small hotel. Manager was helpful, room was comfortable and breakfast was good. Only downsides were: no TV reception, one of the sockets didn’t work and the toilet macerator was really noisy. I parked outside the hotel at what appeared to be hotel parking, but received a parking ticket. I wish I had been informed that the parking didn’t belong to the hotel and would need to be paid for.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

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

Helmsley & the Royal Oak

The Royal Oak is well positioned in the market place and is run by friendly welcoming staff. The Pub Grub menu is limited but the the food was excellent and the beer was superb. Helmesley has a lot going for ir, we would definately go again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020