Dear Mr Hardy, I just want to thank you formally for the wonderful time we had at the Dower House last weekend. Our reunion meeting was a huge success, and we received many compliments about the Hotel and all the staff. The service was superb from them all, nothing was too much trouble. The rooms were comfortable and the food... More

Stayed for 3 nights on dinner bed and breakfast basis as part of my husband's 70th birthday celebrations. The staff were stretched to deal with a large group who dined in a separate room and service was rather slow for the rest of us. Room was fine and we really enjoyed the pool. Dinner menu was small but very interesting.... More

We had two nights on tesco vouchers at this hotel. We have never stayed here before but had such a great time and would like to recommend it. Our room was upgraded and the welcome was great. I really liked the character of the building and our bedroom. felt intimate and interesting. lovely lounge and bar areas and fires always... More

I have stayed here many times, and always have a good stay. I often travel an hour out of my way to stay here on business. This last visit, on 27/3 was the best yet. Excellent Room (#3) and excellent breakfast. Staff brilliant, as ever. I even had a plate, cuttlery and a serviette given to me by reception when... More

Having read some of the reviews on this site, some good, some not so good. I decided to try it for myself, Knaresborough is a hidden gem with a great deal of history. The Dower House was a wonderful find, A Georgian Listed building of great character. Beautifully clean, fantastic restaurant with a lovely view of the garden, rooms were... More

We were touring around looking for a new house in the area & came across this hotel by accident and we are so pleased we did. The staff are fantastic, so full of local knowledge, friendly and helpful, our room was recently refurbished and one of the best breakfasts you can hope to get, no swim suits for the pool,... More

I booked a spa afternoon for my husband and I. I am seven months pregnant and was very much looking forward to the "mum-to-be" 60 minute massage. My husband is training for a half-marathon and needed a deep-tissue massage. When I called to book I made both intentions very clear, and asked for the strongest woman to massage my husband's... More

not stayed there yet BUT why do people not say if there is a problem when staying at hotels before they settle into a room or having a meal, seems so unfair to put a review on after the event, give managers a chance to rectify thing first if your not happy,

We have stopped here numerous times and whereas the rooms have always been dated and the shower none existent only at best giving out a sad trickle, we have enjoyed our stays as the staff, food and communal areas have been of a high standard. However, on our last visit we had been offered " superior room no 31 "... More