Old Swan Hotel

Once a retreat for world-famous Agatha Christie, the Old Swan Hotel is an historic Hotel situated close to the centre of Harrogate town in charming Yorkshire.

Set within 5 acres of peaceful well-kept private gardens, but still less than a mile from the centre of Harrogate the Old Swan Hotel is perfectly placed for exploring Harrogate town and beyond. Quaint boutiques and traditional eateries such as the quintessentially English Betty's Tea Rooms are abundant in Harrogate and are all just a short walk from the hotel. Roman city York is within a 30 minute drive East whilst a short drive West will see you in the Yorkshire Dales National Park and setting for James Herriotts famous veterinary novels. There is ample onsite parking and the railways station is just a mile away for those travelling by train.

The ivy-clad facade of the Old Swan radiates charm surrounded by the pretty gardens on your apporach. Dating back well-over a century the hotel was once home to world-famous mystery novel writer Agatha Christie when she disappeared for 10 days in 1926. Revolving wooden doors welcome you inside to a reception and public areas which hark back to a bygone age. Mellow colours combine with elegant dark wood furnishings, wood panelling and a proud grandfather clock to provide an atmosphere of understated charm. The comfortable lounge area, complete with original Victorian architectural features provides an ideal meeting place or space in which to simply curl up with your favourite novel after a day's sightseeing.

The Old Swan Hotel boasts 136 rooms all comfortably and elegantly furnished to high standards and with luxurious en-suite bathrooms. Rooms are generally spacious and abundant in natural light many with large sash windows overlooking the tranquil gardens. All of the bedrooms offer traditional comforts like large comfortable beds and modern conveniences such as satellite televisions, hospitality trays and cimplimentary mineral water.

The Wedgwood Restaurant at the Old Swan certainly has that wow factor with its Victorian tea-room atmosphere, dramatic glass ceiling, original wall-mounted lamps and intricate frescos. And the menu certainly lives up to the opulent surroundings with fine quality food and drink including only the finest Scottish beef, lamb and wild white fish and an ever-growing range of organic produce and ingredients. For a more informal meal or snuggle up by the open fire, the Library Lounge and Library Restaurant offer the perfect spot. Lit by bule stained-glass windows the Library Restaurant offers a warm friendly atmosphere and an informal snack and lunch menu not to mention a range of soft and alcoholic drinks.

The Old Swan offers a delighful Victorian hotel experience in a peaceful but central location close to Harrogate town-centre.