The Boar's Head
Inn, 3-starRipley Castle Estate, Ripley,, Harrogate, United KingdomShow on map
Fabulous
Guests rate it highest for service, location and rooms.
8.82,820Reviews- Check-in from 2:00 PMCheck-out by 10:30 AM. The front desk is staffed around the clock, so a late arrival is fine.
- Superb locationGuests rate the location 9.3 out of 10, at Ripley Castle Estate, Ripley,.
- Free parkingThe property states parking on site is free for guests.
Luxurious Accommodation The Boar’s Head, a charming Coaching Inn on Ripley Castle Estate, offers 23 unique bedrooms furnished with paintings and antiques.
Fine Dining Experience Indulge in seasonal menus with local produce at the welcoming Bar, Snug, and formal Dining Room, all set in a historic ambiance.
Pet-Friendly Amenities Perfect for families and couples, the inn also accommodates four-legged friends in select Dog Friendly rooms, ensuring a memorable stay for all.
Book now to experience the perfect blend of history, luxury, and comfort at The Boar’s Head.
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Free Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Restaurant
- Heating
- Family rooms
- Garden
Rooms
8.8
Fabulous
Rated 8.8 out of 10 by 2,820 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness8.3
- Service9.3
- Location9.3
- Rooms8.8
- Amenities8.3
- Value8.8
- Food & drink8.3
Guests mention
LocationServiceFood quality
EmmaUnited KingdomBeautiful location and room. Very comfortable, clean, lovely staff. Food was excellent. Highly recommend
Room upstairs was very nosy during the night
NickUnited KingdomFriendly staff, good location.
ChakrabartiUnited KingdomGood accomodation poor food.
Loved the location next to the castle and delicious ice cream parlour.
decent sized room, friendly staff.
There is a bus stop directly opposite,offering a frequent service to Harrogate.
The bar food is poor , tasteless…
DavidUnited KingdomAn inn benefiting from a beautiful village location with access to Ripley Castle grounds for country
Breakfasts good, but evening meal menus were rather restricted and on one evening there were 3 items unavailable requiring my wife to opt for her 4th choice.
As above.
BevUnited KingdomBeautiful old inn in a wonderful location
Great old property, lovely big room and great location. The breakfast was excellent
Not really something we didn't like but just an observation. We ate the restaurant and it had been busy. My partner wasn't happy with…
elwynUnited KingdomTop notch
Staff were all wonderful and jolly.
Nothing
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated December 2025.
Where you’ll be
Ripley Castle Estate, Ripley,, Harrogate, United Kingdom
Guests rate the location 9.3 out of 10 — superb.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 2:00 PM until 08:30 PM
Check-out by 10:30 AM
Children welcome
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No pets
Free parking on site
Non-smoking rooms available
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
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Please note we have a limited number of dog friendly rooms available. To ensure a dog friendly room is available for your desired date, please call us before booking. Please note there is a £20.00 dog charge, per dog, per night. Hotel guests cannot be guaranteed a table for dinner at the hotel's restaurant, reservations are recommended. For Children up to the age of 12, we have Z-Beds available at £27.50 per child, per night. This tariff includes breakfast. Cots for infants are free of charge. Please inform us prior to arrival if you require a Z Bed or Cot. Early check in and late check out requests must be requested prior to arrival. Availability is limited. There is a £20 surcharge for per request.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation. A deposit may be required at the property.
What we’d check for you here
- How many rooms they will hold at once, for how long, and on what terms.
- That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
- That the desk is staffed when you land, and that the room is held past cut-off.
- The pet fee and any size limit, which is where these bookings usually come apart.
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about The Boar's Head
What time is check-in and check-out at The Boar's Head?
Check-in is from 2:00 PM. Check-out is by 10:30 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does The Boar's Head allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at The Boar's Head?
Yes — the property states that parking on site is free. Whether a space can be reserved in advance varies, so we check it against your dates.
Does The Boar's Head have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Can I book a block of rooms at The Boar's Head?
The property lists meeting and banquet space, which usually means it handles group business — but how many rooms it will hold at once, for how long, and at what rate are set case by case and are not in any feed. Tell us the dates and the number of rooms and we'll get those terms from the property in writing before anything is charged.
Does The Boar's Head have wheelchair accessible rooms?
The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.
Can I check in late at The Boar's Head?
The property lists a front desk staffed 24 hours, so a late arrival should be possible. Standard check-in is from 2:00 PM. Rooms are still released after a cut-off at some properties regardless of the desk hours, so tell us your arrival time and we'll have them hold it.
How do I book The Boar's Head?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is The Boar's Head?
Ripley Castle Estate, Ripley,, Harrogate.
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