
The Yorkshire Dales' scenery looks like something straight out of the pages of a Bronte novel - wide open spaces and rugged terrain. If you are in search of something stand-out and unique for your stay, then choosing a boutique hotel will fit the bill. Our hotel experts have compiled a list of the best boutique hotels in the Yorkshire Dales. From intimate and charming to hip and stylish, there's plenty to choose from to suit all tastes and budgets.
For the walks
- Devonshire Fell is set on the Duke of Devonshire’s Yorkshire estate at Bolton Abbey. The exterior is charming and traditional but the interiors are colourful and contemporary. Ideally placed for walks, exploring local villages or picnicking by the river.
For an inn

- The Timble Inn is a smartly turned-out village pub which will delight both foodies and those seeking peace and quiet. In an off-the-beaten-track location, yet still well-connected, it offers ambitious food, good walking and beautiful views.
For a rural idyll

- Beck Hall is a charming white house set in picturesque and rugged scenery. Rooms are traditionally designed (but with a definite boutique slant) and have a warm rustic feel, with hardwood furniture and exposed beams. The superb restaurant serves modern British fare using local produce. This is an utterly idyllic rural retreat.
For foodies

- The Wensleydale Heifer has five dedicated chefs, an award winning contemporary restaurant and a less formal fish bar. The rooms are as creative as the food with a wonderful array of unusually themed bedrooms from the James Herriot to the swanky Night at the Movies!
- Don’t be surprised to see a Maserati or Bentley in the car park, The Yorke Arms really is top of the class with Michelin dining to impress even the harshest of critics, Rolls Royce service and up to date cosy bedrooms. This is a rural abode in full perfection.
- The Angel Inn is a 15th century drovers' inn turned village gastropub, and rooms are full of character with beamed ceilings and chic interiors. The restaurant has been award one Michelin star and serves excellent modern British cuisine.
For a romantic escape
- Stow House is a large, country vicarage with a cool, modern makeover offering uncluttered, light-filled rooms and glorious views over Wensleydale. Expect contemporary art, in-room bathtubs, vintage furnishings, sensational cocktails and a tranquil atmosphere - the perfect recipe for a boutique romantic break.
Still not sure which to book?