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The Royal Oak Hotel

15 Market Place, Helmsley · Hotel

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Photo: Diego Maffioletti

A traditional pub-hotel on Helmsley's Market Place, close to the castle and North York Moors, with parking and pets welcome.

What's nearby

  • Hunters of Helmsley next door
  • Thomas The Baker next door
  • Co-op Food - Helmsley - Market Place next door
  • Helmsley Arts Centre next door
  • Helmsley Castle 200m away

Distances as the crow flies, via Google

Good to know

Accessibility

  • ✓Accessible parking
  • ✓Accessible entrance

Payment

  • ✓Credit cards
  • ✓Debit cards
  • ✓Contactless

Details via Google — worth confirming with the hotel before you travel, especially for access needs.

About The Royal Oak Hotel

Helmsley is a North Yorkshire market town on the edge of the North York Moors National Park, with its castle and good walking and cycling country close by. The Royal Oak Hotel sits right on Market Place, giving guests an easy base for exploring both the town and the surrounding moorland.

Rooms are en-suite, with family rooms available and drinks provided in-room, and the hotel runs a 24 hour reception so arrival times are flexible. Breakfast is served each morning, and there's a restaurant and bar on site, with kids meals and packed lunches available for those heading out walking or cycling for the day. Free WiFi, luggage storage and a laundry service cover the practical side of a stay.

Beyond the hotel's own restaurant and bar, Market Place has further pubs and eateries within easy reach, along with entertainment nearby. Parking is available for those arriving by car, and pets are welcome, making it a straightforward stop for anyone touring the Moors.

Reception hours

Monday
10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday
11:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Diners like this pub's delicious and generously portioned food, with popular dishes including homemade lasagna and steak and ale pie. They also highlight the friendly, welcoming staff and the reasonable prices for quality meals.

Some reviews mention the rooms can be poorly maintained.

Summary via Google

At a glance

Property type
Hotel
Location
15 Market Place, Helmsley
Good for children
Yes
Booking required
Yes
Destination
Helmsley