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The Old Swan Hotel

Swan Road, edge of the town centre · Hotel

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A grand Victorian hotel on the edge of Harrogate's town centre, famous as Agatha Christie's hideaway during her 1926 disappearance.

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About The Old Swan Hotel

The Old Swan Hotel is a substantial Victorian property set in its own gardens a short walk from Harrogate town centre, with 136 rooms ranging from classic doubles to suites. Grand period features run throughout the building, including a glass-ceilinged restaurant and a traditional lounge bar, giving it the feel of a genuine Victorian retreat rather than a modern conversion.

The hotel's best-known story dates from 1926, when the crime novelist Agatha Christie checked in under an assumed name during her much-publicised eleven-day disappearance, a piece of history the hotel still marks with an annual Agatha Christie weekend. Beyond that novelty, the hotel offers extensive function space, gardens for a stroll before dinner, and a restaurant serving classic British menus.

Its position on the edge of the town centre puts Bettys, the Turkish Baths and the Montpellier Quarter within easy walking distance, while the hotel's own grounds and period character give guests a quieter retreat to return to at the end of the day.

Reception hours

Monday
Open 24 hours
Tuesday
Open 24 hours
Wednesday
Open 24 hours
Thursday
Open 24 hours
Friday
Open 24 hours
Saturday
Open 24 hours
Sunday
Open 24 hours

Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours.

What guests say

Chrissy Thissy

Will be returning to this beautiful victorian style hotel . Spotlessly clean, great location helpful staff. We had a great a great sleep in the comfy bed. Loved the Bridgerton style music in the bar area . 2 days stay but wish it was more. 5 mins walk into a lovely town centre . We have booked breakfast i am sure it will be fine too. My husband will leave a review later to comment but I am sure it will be lovely. Had a bar snack when we arrived tasty mini scones with jam and cream delicious. Looking forward to our walk about town again today and visiting the old Turkish bath read the history. All in all 10/10

2 weeks ago · via Google

Alan Symmonds

A magnificent Victorian hotel kept in pristine condition. Bedroom(single) really roomy with good sized comfortable bed and excellent large walk in shower all decorated and furnished to a very high standard as were the public rooms. Dinner was very well cooked within an imaginative menu. All staff pleasant and attentive. A pleasure to stay there. We will be back!!

2 months ago · via Google

Kenneth Roy Hammond

Lovely old building in a convenient place for Harrogate amenities. Very clean and very comfortable beds. A nice room and bathroom. Only downside was a bath with shower over ( not good for most elderly ) a window which only opened so far. It was extremely hot even with a fan. The kettle was situated nicely on one side of the room, but plugs over the other side of the room. We had to ask for an extension lead to save juggling plugs. Very frustrating. We also had an aerial for the tv that appeared broken which had to be fixed. The breakfast and other meals we had were very good. The staff were friendly and very obliging. The comfortable lounge with bar was a pleasant place to sit and chat. All in all a very pleasant break. Is it worth the money, im not sure. Would we go back, again not so sure. If you do book a break there make sure you are not on a route march to your room and that you have a shower, not a bath if you are elderly.

a month ago · via Google

Ruth Edwards

Spent one night at this lovely old fashioned hotel. Room was quite basic although recently refurbished by the looks of the curtains. We needed the fan as it was quite warm. We actually had a good deal with dinner, bed and breakfast. Dining was pleasant in a lovely dining area. Staff were well versed in allergies and we felt confident in the gluten free awareness. We loved the range of communal rooms downstairs to relax in, One thing we were surprised at was the fact that all bedrooms are dog friendly. We like dogs but don’t want to stay in a hotel room that’s had dogs in it. Why don’t the hotel have dog designated rooms rather than allow in all rooms? We would love to return to Harrogate but wouldn’t stay in a dog friendly room. Surely customers should have the option?

3 months ago · via Google

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Guests mention this hotel offers comfortable, clean rooms and a great location within walking distance of the town center. They also highlight the friendly, helpful staff and excellent breakfast.

Some reviews mention the parking can be expensive.

Summary via Google

At a glance

Address
Swan Road, Harrogate, HG1 2SR Get directions
Property type
Hotel
Location
Swan Road, edge of the town centre
Star rating
4 star
Guest score
8.3 / 10 (3,200 reviews)
Prices from
£129 per night
Good for children
Yes
Destination
Harrogate