Old Swan Hotel
Swan Road, Harrogate, North Yorkshire - England, HG1 2SR, United Kingdom
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Swan Road, Harrogate, North Yorkshire - England, HG1 2SR, United Kingdom
Surrounded by picturesque lawns and gardens, The Old Swan was once the famous retreat of Agatha Christie. It offers modern rooms with private bathrooms and on-site car parking. Originally an 18th-century coaching inn, it now features rooms with tea and coffee-making facilities, a TV and trouser press. Some also have a stand-alone bath and views over the garden. The traditional Swan Lounge and Bar offers a selection of beverages and afternoon teas, while the Wedgewood and Library restaurants serve fresh, locally sourced dishes. The Old Swan was home to Agatha Christie during her disappearance in 1926, and has since been used as a film set for the 1979 film, Agatha. Just a short walk from Harrogate town center, the building is 5 minutes’ walk from the famous Betty’s Tearoom and 15 minutes from Harrogate Railway Station.

Hotel Services and Facilities

Free WiFi Free parking Free breakfast Pet friendly

Hotel facilities

  • Pets Allowed
  • Garden
  • Meeting/Banquet Facilities
  • Room Service
  • Bar
  • 24-Hour Front Desk
  • Express Check-In/Check-Out
  • Elevator
  • BBQ facilities
  • Trouser press
  • Packed lunches
  • Heating
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Snack bar
  • On-site parking
  • 24-hour security
  • Accessible parking
  • Designated Smoking Area
  • Family Rooms
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Picnic Area
  • Restaurant(s)
  • Sun Deck
  • Daily Housekeeping
  • Non-Smoking Rooms Available
  • Wine/champagne
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Smoke alarms
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • First aid kit available
  • Cashless payment available
  • Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
  • Contactless check-in/out
  • Electronic room key
  • Audible alarm
  • balcony/terrace
  • CCTV security in common areas
  • Daily disinfection
  • Laundry services
  • Luggage storage & lockers
  • Non-smoking property
  • Restaurant (special diets available)
  • Physical/social distancing guidelines
  • Protective screen or physical barriers in appropriate areas
  • Room service available
  • Pets allowed (charges may apply)
  • Parking available (charges may apply)
  • Kid-friendly dining
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stayed in September, 2026
Guest Score 4 out of 10
Disappointing
Not a lot
Very old-fashioned and run down
stayed in September, 2026
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
Great location. Professional receptionist. Comfortable room
Would be helpful to advise guests of roadworks blocking the road to the hotel. The diversion signs ran out, so we had to make our own. We would have arrived on a different route if we had known in advance
stayed in September, 2026
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
The hotel is conveniently located very close to the town centre in a lovely tranquil setting. It is a charming old hotel with plenty of character.
stayed in September, 2026
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
Location and atmosphere
Nothing
stayed in September, 2026
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
stayed in September, 2026
Guest Score 7 out of 10
Good
Location good. Staff friendly. Good sized room. Breakfast very good.
A little dated. No guaranteed parking which also incurs additional cost.
stayed in September, 2026
Guest Score 6 out of 10
Pleasant
The location was great for accessing the town. The building had an interesting history. The outside area was very pleasant. The staff were friendly and efficient. The room was clean and the shower powerful. It was in a quiet location.
The bedroom was very dated. The Wi-Fi was extremely patchy, there were very few power sockets, and the lighting was poor. Breakfast was adequate. Only one lift for a fairly large group of residents .
stayed in September, 2026
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
stayed in September, 2026
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
stayed in September, 2026
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
stayed in September, 2026
Guest Score 7 out of 10
Good
Location was good and was in walking distance to the town centre and railway station. We liked that the hotel has kept many original features. There was plenty of food choice for breakfast and we were able to find a table easily.
Room was smaller than we anticipated with no drawer unit for our clothes. The shower was scalding on the first morning but was fixed very quickly. We were very disappointed that we weren't able to order food from the bar 2 nights on the trot so had to walk into town instead. We were told that this was because the restaurant was full but actually the restaurant was half empty when we looked. We were told this was due to lack of staff. The food choice for vegetarians was limited.
stayed in September, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
stayed in September, 2026
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
Very elegant old world hotel, but with modern comforts.
stayed in September, 2026
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
Great location staff friendly great
Cobwebs in bathroom … Hole in bedding Not got ingredients for a cocktail we ordered
stayed in September, 2026
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
stayed in September, 2026
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
Comfortable bar and restaurant. Very good food and attention by the waiters. Given the location the car parking was good.
Nothing really
stayed in September, 2026
Guest Score 5 out of 10
Fair
stayed in September, 2026
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
Old world charm & elegance. Clean & comfortable, staff pleasant & courteous.
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stayed in September, 2026
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
stayed in September, 2026
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
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Old Swan Hotel

Swan Road, Harrogate, North Yorkshire - England, HG1 2SR, United Kingdom