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Cairn Hotel

3.0 star property
This city center retreat offers urban convenience and peaceful relaxation, with a garden sanctuary, European cuisine, and modern amenities.

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The Cairn Hotel provides a quiet city center escape with its garden and coffee shop. The Windsor Restaurant serves Modern European dishes, while rooms come with high-speed WiFi. Travelers appreciate the helpful staff and can maintain their routines at the on-site gym.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Gym
The current price is AED 247
AED 297 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Mar - 30 Mar

Room options

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Classic Single Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Single Room, 1 Twin Bed | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Single Room, 1 Twin Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Family Room (4 people) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room (4 people)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Family Room (3 People) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room (3 People)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Wardrobe or closet
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Double Room (4 Poster) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room (4 Poster)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Double Room Single Use

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Twin Room Single Use

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double Room Single Use

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Twin Room Single Use

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Triple Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Wardrobe or closet
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Four Poster Suite | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Four Poster Suite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Harrogate, Cairn Hotel is in the city center and near a train station. Turkish Baths and Health Spa and Harrogate Theatre are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Harrogate Golf Club and Pannal Golf Club. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Exercise Stadium or Yorkshire Event Centre. Practice your golf swing on a nearby course, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as hiking/biking trails in the area. Visit our Harrogate travel guide
Map
Ripon Road, Harrogate, England, HG1 2JD

What's nearby

  • Royal Hall showing night scenes
    Royal Hall
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Harrogate Convention Centre
    Harrogate Convention Centre
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Valley Gardens
    Valley Gardens
    7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Harrogate Theatre featuring street scenes
    Harrogate Theatre
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Turkish Baths and Health Spa
    8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Harrogate Station
    11 min walk
  • Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford)
    21 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Winter Gardens
    5 min walk
  • Harrogate Brewing Co On Royal Parade
    7 min walk
  • Christies
    6 min walk
  • Nando's
    5 min walk
  • Ice Scoop Gelato
    5 min walk

About this property

Cairn Hotel

Hotel in the city center
A coffee shop/cafe, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services are just a few of the amenities provided at Cairn Hotel. The on-site Modern European cuisine restaurant, The Windsor Restaurant, offers breakfast, dinner, and kids' meals. In addition to a bar and a gym, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • English breakfast (surcharge), a TV in the lobby, and concierge services
  • A front-desk safe, an elevator, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 135 rooms boast comforts such as 24-hour room service, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • Electric kettles, heating, and daily housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 14.95 for adults and GBP 7.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Lounge Bar
  • The Windsor Restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference center (18,729 square feet of space)
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 3 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 4 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 14.95 for adults and GBP 7.50 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards

We should mention

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is also known as

Cairn Harrogate
Cairn Hotel
Cairn Hotel Harrogate
Hotel Cairn
Cairn Hotel Yorkshire Harrogate
Cairn Hotel Hotel
Cairn Hotel Harrogate
Cairn Hotel Hotel Harrogate

Frequently asked questions

Is Cairn Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Cairn Hotel?

As of 6 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cairn Hotel on 29 March 2026 start from AED 247, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Cairn Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Cairn Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Cairn Hotel located?

Located in the heart of Harrogate, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Royal Hall, Harrogate Ringway, and Turkish Baths and Health Spa. Mercer Art Gallery and Valley Gardens are also within 10 minutes. Harrogate Station is 11 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Cairn Hotel Reviews

7.8

Good

8.2

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

8.4

Staff & service

7.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 327 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 389 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 176 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 75 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 36 out of 1003 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Dee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Good size rooms, lovely staff, good breakfast, hotels dated but that didn’t bother us Great value for money
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neill

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean. The service at the bar was second to none. We really enjoyed it stay, over 2 nights at the Cairn hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Katrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We didn’t eat at the hotel but good, clean and warm hotel with helpful staff. Would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect hotel for our Christmas trip with friends. Quiet location yet easy walk to town, lovely old hotel with bags of character, large car park and the staff were exceptional in all aspects of their service. Would definitely recommend this hotel and we will visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room & friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very kind staff, the breakfast buffet is lovely and the hotel building is beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well positioned hotel for a weekend in Harrogate. Short walk into town, plenty of parking and friendly staff. An older property but nicely modernised and maintained rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Plenty of parking, warm welcome in enormous reception with lots of comfortable seating areas, helpful local info. Comfortable rooms in grand old hotel. Some areas need a bit of paint but generally good condition. Comfortable beds.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable bed and nice breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff service in the dining room was very efficient.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vicky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff were extremely friendly and helpful the whole stay, we felt r
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff are freindly helpful and always available. This is an old Victorian building with plenty of free car parking spaces. Within walking distance to the centre which is about 10 mins albeit uphill near the hotel coming back, there is a bus stop just outside and you can get the 36 bus to the bus station which is next to the train station and access to thd main shopping area
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good quality room with two chairs & adequate drinks making.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Gillian

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Period hotel, with lovely period features, staff very friendly & helpful, however rooms were clean but in need of updating, which is reflected in the price, easy walking distance into town.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Recommend

All staff were helpful and polite. Hotel is a little dated but a very pleasant environment. Free car parking and a 10 minute walk into town.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Grand, beautiful building with attentive staff. Room was cosy, spotless and had a great view over Harrogate. Bar was great to spend a couple of hours chatting in the evening and breakfast was extensive. Lovely one night stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Fantastic location, decor but tired, would return

A lovely stay. Brilliant location just an 8 min walk into town. A grand building but it looks a bit tired and in need of some TLC but it was clean, comfortable and with good staff. Breakfast was lovely with a very wide choice. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cherry

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent position close to town and bars and eateries. Plenty of parking and gardens
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

JOSHUA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The accomodation was very nice, hospitable staff, excellent breakfast, big and neat environment.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

KAREN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highly recommened

Great hotel. Friendly helpful staff. Comfy bed and big room, powerful shower. Would definatly stay again and recommend this hotel. Free carpark a bonus.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

BARRY

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was good bed very comfortable and the staff were friendly food very good
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Estelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Staff very welcoming and friendly. Bed very comfortable and roomy. Tea and coffee facilities provided with biscuits. Radiator on for the bathroom which made it very nice after showering.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Louise

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Comfortable stay

Great location for our stay. Ample parking, shops, restaurants and bars all in walking distance. Fantastic service. Beautiful old building but needs some upgrades and the WiFi was terrible
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Craig

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
WiFi is non existent . Room is very average. Staff was very friendly though.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The property is very dated Our room carpet needed a good clean (lets be honest replacing), the bath and sink needs replacing. Beds nice and comfortable and the breakfast was good
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025