The best hotels in Richmond

What are the best hotels in Richmond?

Richmond is a lovely market town on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales, set above the River Swale with a ruined Norman castle, a huge cobbled market square and streets of handsome Georgian houses and old stone cottages. It’s a lively little place, too, with independent shops, pubs, cafes and restaurants, while the Dales are right on the doorstep for walking and cycling. The best places to stay range from atmospheric coaching inns to characterful townhouse B&Bs. Millgate House is our top pick for its intimate setting, beautiful antiques, excellent food and lovely garden.

Scroll down the page for our full selection of recommended hotels in Richmond or, for a look at different areas, read our guide to the best places to stay in Yorkshire.

The Best Places to Stay in Richmond

For a traditional inn

• The King's Head Richmond is a traditional coaching inn in the heart of Richmond, with an atmospheric restaurant serving great pub food, plus 24 rooms and suites offering a bit more in the way of luxury that you’re possibly expecting. Expect oversized headboards, black and white photography and velvet.

For a B&B

• Millgate House is a charming Regency townhouse, turned B&B, with beautiful art, antiques, and an award-winning garden. It has just three rooms, all of them spacious and elegantly decorated with antiques. There’s also a welcoming lounge and dining room — which doubles as a breakfast room if you don’t want to have your breakfast in the garden. Expect an imaginatively planted garden and first-rate food. Dinner parties for a minimum of 16 can be arranged on request.

For great value

• A small and welcoming choice in the centre of Richmond, Castle House, Richmond is a five bedroom property converted from a townhouse. The individually decorated rooms, breakfast room and lounge are homely and luxurious — with the perfect blend of cosy fires and indulgent breakfasts to make you feel cosseted. And rates that won't break the bank!

Prefer a Private Apartment or Cottage?

• If you'd prefer the privacy of a self-catering option then browse through the wide variety available online with our partner, Booking.com.

Travel Information

• The closest airport to Richmond is Teesside International Airport (just outside Darlington) which is a 25 minute car or taxi ride away. If you’re travelling from London, the trains run between Kings Cross and Darlington, from where you can catch a bus to Richmond.
• If you want to hire a car we recommend you visit our online partner, Rentalcars.
• If you’re hoping for nice weather the best time of year to visit Richmond and the Yorkshire Dales is summer, when it’s sunny, dry and temperatures get into the low 20°Cs. Though this isn’t a particularly sunny destination, and there’s a chance of rain whenever you travel.

Still not sure?

• Consider some of Richmond’s neighbours like the best places to stay in Darlington, the Yorkshire Dales National Park or the North York Moors National Park,
• Alternatively, contact one of our friendly Gurus for personalised advice.