The Best Spa Hotels in the Yorkshire Dales

Lying in the heart of the country the Yorkshire Dales with its rolling hills, moorland, and quaint villages are straight out of a Bronte novel and make the perfect rural escape for those in search of something remote and rugged. If you are planning a couples' escape or are just in need of a little pampering then our hotel gurus have hand-selected the best spa hotel in the Yorkshire Dales. Our choices are grand converted estates, these are luxury hotels ideal for a special weekend away.

For a country estate

• The Devonshire Arms Hotel & Spa really has it all: with an award-winning fine-dining restaurant, an indoor pool and a spa that features an extensive treatment list and a hot tub and sauna. All set within the stunning Bolton Abbey estate, pick this property for an idyllic rural escape.
• Swinton Park is another impressive English estate complete with battlements, towers and turrets, plus 250 acres of parkland. There' a choice of two restaurants, the rooms are everything you would imagine from a stately-home, and there are endless country pursuits. The sleek spa uses Elemis and Bamford products and features an indoor pool, hot tub, and a thermal suite.

Still not sure where to book?

• Expand your search to include the 10 Best Hotels for the North York Moors National Park or the best hotels in the Yorkshire Dales.
• Or browse through all our picks of the best places to stay in Yorkshire.
• Or contact one of our friendly Gurus for advice.

  • Swinton Park Hotel Ripon, Yorkshire 32 rooms from CA$413

    
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    Families  -  Magical Yorkshire hideaway in a castle with pkenty of space, interconnecting rooms, and fun activities for kids

    Cooking classes  -  Variety of courses run throughout the year at the on site cookery school

    Country Escape  -  In a great locality to explore this beautiful and rugged part of the UK

    Honeymoons  -  A perfect spot for newly weds to hideaway in rural luxury

    

    Recommended by  -  Good Hotel Guide, Frommers

    Striking, castle-like stately-home set in sweeping parkland and offering plenty of on-site activities from fishing and golf to a cookery school and sleek spa. Vast rooms, beautiful views and a choice of two restaurants. See More

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  • The Devonshire Arms Hotel and Spa Skipton (North Yorkshire) 40 rooms from CA$283

    
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    Hideaway  -  Mouthwatering food, wonderful service, plenty of activities and old school suites complete with fourposters and walk in showers.

    Active Holiday  -  With miles of walking, plus clay pigeon shooting, fly-fishing, and falconry available at Bolton Abbey Estate.

    Spa  -  The Devonshire is a peaceful oasis with pool, treatment rooms, sauna, hot tub, Rasul temple & relaxation area

    Fishing  -  Fly fishing for brown trout and grayling along a 4.5 mile stretch of River Wharfe.

    

    Recommended by  -  Small Luxury Hotels, Great Small Hotels

    The former Coaching Inn on the Duke of Devonshire's Bolton Abbey estate is now a romantic hideaway spa hotel. Classic rooms exude comfort and style. 3 AA Rosette fine dining, a brasserie, indoor pool and stunning parkland setting makes this a popular place for families, wedding parties and romance. See More

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Written by Katie Harris

posted Tuesday, 26th May 2020