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the black swan

3.0 star property
The lobby fireplace offers a warm retreat after exploring nature's beauty, while the garden provides a peaceful spot to enjoy fresh country air

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Located near Yorkshire Dales National Park, the Black Swan creates a cozy retreat with its inviting garden and welcoming lobby fireplace. Travelers can stay connected with WiFi in public areas while enjoying this charming hotel's relaxing atmosphere.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

A neatly made bed with white linens and red pillows, a bedside lamp, a folded towel on the bed, a wooden nightstand, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

  • Sleeps 2

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

A bed with a headboard, two pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Economy Room

A neatly made bed with red and white pillows, a framed picture above, and a nightstand with a lamp and a book.

Economy Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Basic Room

Basic Room | Premium bedding, individually furnished, rollaway beds, bed sheets

Basic Room

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed | Premium bedding, individually furnished, rollaway beds, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the area

Located in Leyburn, the black swan is in a national park. Richmond Market Place and The Station are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Yorkshire Dales National Park and Foxglove Covert Local Nature Reserve. Leyburn Station and The Forbidden Corner are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails, horse riding and cave exploring. Visit our Leyburn travel guide
Map
28 Market Pl, Leyburn, England, DL8 5AW

What's nearby

  • A stone structure with a large mouth and eyes, surrounded by greenery.
    The Forbidden Corner
    6 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • A waterfall cascading down a rocky cliff surrounded by large boulders.
    Yorkshire Dales National Park
    9 min drive - 6.1 miles
  • A waterfall cascading over rocky terrain with lush greenery in the background.
    Aysgarth Falls
    14 min drive - 9.5 miles
  • Leyburn Station
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Harmby Waterfall
    2 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Northallerton Station
    23 min drive
  • Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.)
    51 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Golden Lion, Leyburn
    1 min walk
  • Friars head
    7 min drive
  • The Blue Lion
    6 min drive
  • KTea's
    2 min walk
  • Wyvill Arms
    5 min drive

About this property

the black swan

  • Hotel near Yorkshire Dales National Park
  • the black swan provides amenities, such as a garden and a fireplace in reception. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms are individually furnished and offer comforts, such as premium bedding.
  • Extra amenities include:
    • Free toiletries and hairdryers
    • 43-inch LED TVs with streaming services and digital channels
    • Electric kettles, heating and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Family friendly

  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • Lever door handles
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch LED TV with digital channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from noon - 11:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after noon 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

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 30.0 per day.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: GBP 20 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 30.0 per day

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

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Frequently asked questions

Is the black swan pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 20 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at the black swan?

The black swan doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at the black swan?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at the black swan?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is the black swan located?

Situated in a national park, this hotel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Leyburn Station and Harmby Waterfall. Middleham Castle is 2.3 mi (3.6 km) away.

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

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected 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

the black swan Reviews

8.0

Very good

7.8

Cleanliness

7.0

Amenities

8.0

Staff & service

7.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 24 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room and good pub food. Very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely large room and bathroom
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nicky

The staff were very friendly and helpful ,the breakfast was excellent .
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Peter

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

3 days in beautiful Leyburn / Middleham

Great little friendly and great vale B&B / Hotel snack in the centre of Leyburn. Friendly staff, breakfast and dinners really good value and a great place to stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Dawn

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

Great location, friendly staff, lovely place

We arrived and welcomed by staff, it is a qaint little pub with a great atmosphere, very central location, free parking in market square, outside pub.also pay and display nearby. Room was great for our 1 night stay, tv, kettle, toiletries. Breakfast was included, a lovely continental choice and cooked breakfast, we enjoyed our stay and wouls recommend
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
we had a lovely room and bathroom. the bed was comfortable and we had a good evening meal with a hearty breakfast. we will certainly pay a return visit
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

colin

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very dark lighting and very uncomfortable seating bed room very nice breakfast very good but not the place to spend the evening meal in and the only hotel that you pay on arrival that i know of .staff friendly and polite
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was clean and pleasant, but the bed was too high for me and I had difficulty in getting in to it. The shower bathroom was clean and plenty of towels. The hotel was in the main street on the Market Square but there was no noise from outside. Breakfast was only continental although plenty of food available. The younger staff were excellent, pleasant and helpful, but there was an older man on duty one evening and he was more surly. Otherwise it was comfortable and clean, and central for what I wanted.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff, I spent limited time in hotel but I had no complaints
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Eberything.was great, gpod staff and immaculate
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judith

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

Great stay!

This was our 2nd stay here and we loved it. Very warm and welcoming. Staff are wonderful. Breakfast was really good and we will definitely be back again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stopped for lunch and cider pint in September, back to stay in June.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Neil

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Shaun

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Hotel needs updating

The rooms are very dated and a bit dirty staff were quiet rude best thing about how are stay was the comfy bed
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Stephen

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Apparently the management had very recently taken over the tenancy which according to the manager was left in a dilapidated state. There were cheap air fresheners all over the establishment. We asked them to be removed, but the smell was impregnated and we had to have the windows open the whole time, which was not great as the heating did not work and a small fan heater was supplied and was totally inefficient. We were asked what time would we like breakfast and when we went down the place was in darkness. We and other guest waited almost an hour when we had to leave. I have never ever had this experience before. I had some health problems as did a collegue as we both had water from the tap. Which may not have been related to the Black Swan
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

4/10 Poor

Carey

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A working town
Farm products moving
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Wayne

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023