The Old Deanery

Ripon hotel with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Fri 21 Nov
November 2025
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December 2025
Located in the heart of Ripon, The Old Deanery offers a warm welcome with cooked-to-order breakfast and a serene garden. Enjoy fine dining at the on-site restaurant or unwind over drinks at the bar. Previous guests have praised helpful staff.
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Free breakfast
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (6)

  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Room service
  • Garden
  • Meeting room
  • Wedding services
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes
  • Free self-parking

Room options

Showing 6 of 6 rooms
Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes
Superior Double Room, Ensuite (1st Floor) | Desk, iron/ironing board, alarm clocks
Superior Double Room, Ensuite (1st Floor) | Desk, iron/ironing board, alarm clocks
Desk, iron/ironing board, alarm clocks

Superior Double Room, Ensuite (1st Floor)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
Iron/ironing board
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Double Room, Ensuite (1st Floor, Four Poster) | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes
Double Room, Ensuite (1st Floor, Four Poster) | Desk, iron/ironing board, alarm clocks
Double Room, Ensuite (1st Floor, Four Poster) | Desk, iron/ironing board, alarm clocks
Double Room, Ensuite (1st Floor, Four Poster) | Desk, iron/ironing board, alarm clocks

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

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
Iron/ironing board
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes
Desk, iron/ironing board, alarm clocks
Desk, iron/ironing board, alarm clocks
Desk, iron/ironing board, alarm clocks

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

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
Iron/ironing board
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Single Bed
Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes
Standard Double Room, Ensuite (2nd Floor) | Desk, iron/ironing board, alarm clocks
Standard Double Room, Ensuite (2nd Floor) | Desk, iron/ironing board, alarm clocks
Desk, iron/ironing board, alarm clocks

Standard Double Room, Ensuite (2nd Floor)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
Iron/ironing board
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes
Superior Double Room, Ensuite (2nd Floor) | Desk, iron/ironing board, alarm clocks
Desk, iron/ironing board, alarm clocks
Desk, iron/ironing board, alarm clocks

Superior Double Room, Ensuite (2nd Floor)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
Iron/ironing board
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes
Superior Twin Room, Ensuite (2nd Floor) | Desk, iron/ironing board, alarm clocks
Desk, iron/ironing board, alarm clocks
Superior Twin Room, Ensuite (2nd Floor) | Desk, iron/ironing board, alarm clocks

Superior Twin Room, Ensuite (2nd Floor)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
Iron/ironing board
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Map
Minster Road, Ripon, ENG, HG4 1QS

What's nearby

  • Ripon Cathedral - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Ripon Racecourse - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Lightwater Valley Theme Park - 8 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Fountains Abbey - 8 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Newby Hall and Gardens - 14 min drive - 9.2 km

Getting around

  • Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 51 min drive
  • Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford) - 53 min drive
  • Cattal Station - 17 min drive
  • Hammerton Station - 19 min drive
  • Thirsk Station - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Forge - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Unicorn Hotel (Wetherspoon) - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Water Rat - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Manchega Tapas Y Vinos - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Oliver's Pantry - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Old Deanery

The Old Deanery is a great choice for a stay in Ripon. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 11 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • 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 time is 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

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–8:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service

Working away

  • Meeting room

Services

  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services

Facilities

  • Garden

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television

Home comfort

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Alarm clock

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

Fees & policies

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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Frequently asked questions

Does The Old Deanery offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Old Deanery does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Old Deanery?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Old Deanery?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Old Deanery?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

What is there to do at The Old Deanery and nearby?

The Old Deanery has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Old Deanery?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.

What's the area around The Old Deanery like?

The Old Deanery is a short 1-minute walk from Ripon Cathedral and 3 minutes' walk from Prison and Police Museum.

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The Old Deanery Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Graham, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Matt, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

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
Garry, 2-night trip

4/10 Fair

The character of the building . It is very tired and needs some money spending on it!!
Walton, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The Old Deanery is a fantastic place rich in historical
Elizabeth, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Liam, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Lovely, but tired hotel. Staff very friendly. Only disappointment was lack of evening meal. Lovely position opposite cathedral in Ripon.
Anne, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Large room for 3 adults and child, breakfast spot on. Very clean and warm.
Steve, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Room was disappointing tv did not work and leak in the bathroom was not what we were looking for. Room was also very hot
1-night trip

8/10 Very good

It was a lovely old building with history,it does need some minor repairs but property is clean and gets cleaned daily
lesley, 3-night trip

4/10 Fair

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
1-night trip

8/10 Very good

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.
Darren, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

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.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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!
Oliver, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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
Leigh, 3-night trip

4/10 Fair

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!
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Michael, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

an old building with lots of character and charm.the staff are very pleasant and helpful
henry, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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
Nadine, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

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 .
Sarah, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

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.
Carol, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

stay in Ripon

Breakfast was amazing nothing was too much trouble beautiful surroundings
Janet, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Sheila, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Ian, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

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.
2-night trip