Title: The Royal Oak Hotel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=15811414&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Royal Oak Hotel Travelers sip coffee or enjoy evening drinks at The Royal Oak Hotel's inviting spaces, where good books and great company create a warm atmosphere ## Photo gallery for The Royal Oak Hotel ![Exterior - The Royal Oak Hotel (York)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15820000/15811500/15811414/03543f49.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - The Royal Oak Hotel (York)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15820000/15811500/15811414/dc30b64f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Bar (on property) - The Royal Oak Hotel (York)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15820000/15811500/15811414/8128ee4e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - The Royal Oak Hotel (York)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15820000/15811500/15811414/fffcc9e3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - The Royal Oak Hotel (York)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15820000/15811500/15811414/f425e5f0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Royal Oak Hotel offers a welcoming environment where guests can enjoy the on-site coffee shop/cafe and restaurant. The hotel provides WiFi connectivity, a library filled with books to borrow, and a bar that's perfect for relaxing with a drink after a day of exploring. ## Reviews 8.2 Very good ## Popular amenities - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Breakfast available - Bar - Laundry room £78 includes taxes & fees 21 Dec - 22 Dec ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec 19 - Dec 20](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-20&selected=15811414&PinnedHotelID=15811414&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-20&selected=15811414&PinnedHotelID=15811414&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec 20 - Dec 21](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-20&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=15811414&PinnedHotelID=15811414&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-20&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=15811414&PinnedHotelID=15811414&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec 19 - Dec 21](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=15811414&PinnedHotelID=15811414&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=15811414&PinnedHotelID=15811414&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec 26 - Dec 28](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=15811414&PinnedHotelID=15811414&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=15811414&PinnedHotelID=15811414&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 5 of 5 rooms ### Double Room (Room 1) 10.0 Exceptional 3 reviews ### Highlights Heating TV Hairdryer Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker Electric kettle Free bottled water Digital channels - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### Double or Twin Room (Room 3) 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Heating TV Hairdryer Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker Electric kettle Free bottled water Digital channels - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds ### Double Room ( Room 4) ### Highlights Heating TV Hairdryer Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker Electric kettle Free bottled water Digital channels - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### Double Room (Room 5) ### Highlights Heating TV Hairdryer Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker Electric kettle Free bottled water Digital channels - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### Double Room (Room 2) ### Highlights Heating TV Hairdryer Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker Electric kettle Free bottled water Digital channels - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ## You may also like Ad ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/18000/17905/845c1184.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) #### Mercure York Fairfield Manor Hotel York - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant 8.2 Very good 1,001 reviews £50 includes taxes & fees 4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/York-Hotels-Mercure-York-Fairfield-Manor-Hotel.h17905.Hotel-Information?chkin=2026-1-4&chkout=2026-1-5&rm1=a2®ionId=5489&destination=York&destType=MARKET&latLong=53.959679,-1.08206&searchId=490ab0ad-6e80-407e-8282-2ee620ae9874&top_cur=GBP) Ad ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/440000/430200/430141/0f89a04d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) #### DoubleTree by Hilton York The Groves - 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Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a bar and a restaurant. Other perks at this inn include: - Breakfast (surcharge), smoke-free property and a front desk safe - Luggage storage Room features All guest rooms at The Royal Oak Hotel have amenities, such as free WiFi, safes and free bottled water. 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check-in end time: 11:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:30 AM ### Special check-in instructions The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: \[On-site bar\] Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 5 per pet, per stay Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Pet fee: GBP 5 per pet, per stay - 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 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 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 ### Property is also known as Royal Oak Hotel Helmsley The Royal Oak Hotel Inn Royal Oak Helmsley The Royal Oak Hotel York The Royal Oak Hotel Inn York ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Royal Oak Hotel pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at The Royal Oak Hotel? ### How much is parking at The Royal Oak Hotel? ### What time is check-in at The Royal Oak Hotel? ### What time is check-out at The Royal Oak Hotel? ### Where is The Royal Oak Hotel located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## The Royal Oak Hotel Reviews 8.2 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.8 Cleanliness ### 9.0 Location ### 8.6 Staff & service ### 8.0 Eco-friendliness ### 8.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 33 8 - Good 34 6 - Okay 14 4 - Poor 4 2 - Terrible 3 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### David 8 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities A very nice room and friendly staff ##### David Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicolette 2 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We had a very friendly welcome and a lovely clean room. The steak and ale pie for dinner, in the restaurant, was excellent. ##### Nicolette Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Arthur 12 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very nice property in center of town. Walkable to all the attractions. Enjoyed our stay room was very cute and well decorated. ##### Arthur Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### TERRENCE 30 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Property was located in the center of Helmsley. ##### TERRENCE Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### karen 26 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### A comfy stay The room was spacious and comfy. The staff were super friendly and heoful. However wifi did not work at all and beer was poor quality. ##### karen Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### EDDIE 12 Jul 2025 Disliked: Staff & service, amenities . ##### EDDIE Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### terence 13 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Beautifully set-up room with comfortable bed and pillows, and useful other units. Provision of water bottles and good range of teas and coffees was excellent ##### terence Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Paul 14 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Good overall Nice sized room. Right in the square. Bathroom a bit manky. ##### Paul Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 13 Feb 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Very clean but dated premises. The room was specious & bed comfortable. Staff were very friendly & noise from the bar area below not a problem. Breakfast was a little disappointing but good pre-selection the night before. Parking outside was convenient but council run public car park free between 6pm & 9am. All in all a decent stay for the convenience & friendliness. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephen 1 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great location and staff member at check in and during the afternoon in the bar was very helpful & knowledgeable. We found the room and facilities to be excellent, other than the bed which was a little uncomfortable. Disappointed to return at only 1045pm to be told last orders had been called at the bar and we couldn't have a final drink. Other than that would recommend and would stay again. ##### Stephen Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Brian 11 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort #### Dont advertise free wifi when there isnt any Spacious room, nice view over market square. Shower room needs refurbishment. Very disappointed that there was no free wifi in the public areas nor in the room. ##### Brian Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Elisabeth 24 May 2024 #### Pretty average The accommodation was much as expected. The room clean and tidy but the windows were not double glazed and so outside noise easily heard. In the bathroom little things like the toilet roll placed too far back and no plug in the hand basin were minor inconveniences. ##### Elisabeth Stayed 3 nights in May 2024 ### 2/10 Terrible #### alan 8 Aug 2022 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Dreadful, Things old and some not working (including some lights and Wi-Fi) but worst of all very loud music from down below till 11pm so couldn’t hear myself think. (All recorded) Awful, worst of places I’ve been and all for £100!!! ##### alan Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Lance 1 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness Room and staff champion ##### Lance Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Craig 28 Jun 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort TV Didn't work ##### Craig Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Fiona 14 Jun 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Friendly small hotel. Pleasant stay in a friendly small hotel. Manager was helpful, room was comfortable and breakfast was good. Only downsides were: no TV reception, one of the sockets didn’t work and the toilet macerator was really noisy. I parked outside the hotel at what appeared to be hotel parking, but received a parking ticket. I wish I had been informed that the parking didn’t belong to the hotel and would need to be paid for. ##### Fiona Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jonathan 23 Oct 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Helmsley & the Royal Oak The Royal Oak is well positioned in the market place and is run by friendly welcoming staff. The Pub Grub menu is limited but the the food was excellent and the beer was superb. Helmesley has a lot going for ir, we would definately go again! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/C0960E297B982CB856FA06BB9940F8E108A8C18E1603440447978.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/A0D9E50D36FD199CD920059C0856F198DC885EB51603440476221.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/2375AF338126E3DE3777160D8A564EA56D8CEA771603440520385.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Jonathan Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Trevor 9 Sept 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Date night Pleasant trip away, staff were excellent and the food and service was top notch A++++++ ##### Trevor Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller 17 Jan 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service The room was pleasent and clean although the pub itself was very "tired". Breakfast was nice but i asked for sausage bacon beans on toast, and they basically gave me a childs portion - one sausage, 2 bacon 1 toast and a spoon full of beans. I do not think ths was worth £100 a night. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Fiona 3 Dec 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Delightful Booked here because it was dog-friendly and convenient for an event I was attending nearby. The Royal Oak massively exceeded my expectations with a comfortable room which was immaculately clean, friendly and helpful staff, and a really great breakfast. even had a great view of Helmsley Castle from my window! ##### Fiona Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller 6 Oct 2019 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Not great Hotel very tired/shabby looking & Not cleaned properly ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### John 18 Sept 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Difficulty finding free parking near to hotel ##### John Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 30 Jul 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The staff were very friendly. TV a bit small and could be in a better place ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Amanda 22 Apr 2019 Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities The noise of banging doors in the bar below did not cease until after 2:00am as a result we had a very disturbed nights sleep We go to Helmsley frequently but will not be returning to this establishment ##### Amanda Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller 15 Apr 2019 Disliked: Staff & service Didn’t like booking a twin room and getting a double and then being offered a twin for more money ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Mercure York Fairfield Manor Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/York-Hotels-Mercure-York-Fairfield-Manor-Hotel.h17905.Hotel-Information) > > [The Sidings](https://www.expedia.co.uk/York-Hotels-The-Sidings.h18157901.Hotel-Information) > > [Sandburn Hall Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/York-Hotels-Sandburn-Hall-Hotel.h67360173.Hotel-Information) > > [The Crown Inn, Roecliffe](https://www.expedia.co.uk/York-Hotels-The-Crown-Inn.h31935976.Hotel-Information) > > [Yorkway Motel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/York-Hotels-Yorkway-Motel.h23470003.Hotel-Information) > > [The Lime Tree Inn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/York-Hotels-The-Lime-Tree-Inn.h57571579.Hotel-Information) > > [Lastingham Grange](https://www.expedia.co.uk/York-Hotels-Lastingham-Grange.h2798553.Hotel-Information) > > [Kings Head Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/York-Hotels-Kings-Head-Hotel.h1383603.Hotel-Information) > > [Grosvenor Pulford Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chester-Hotels-Grosvenor-Pulford-Hotel-Spa.h790572.Hotel-Information) > > [Newburgh House Bed & Breakfast](https://www.expedia.co.uk/York-Hotels-Newburgh-House-Bed-Breakfast.h4329341.Hotel-Information) > > [The Forresters Arms Kilburn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/York-Hotels-The-Forresters-Arms-Kilburn.h4190797.Hotel-Information) > > [University of York, James College - Campus Accommodation](https://www.expedia.co.uk/York-Hotels-University-Of-York.h30551433.Hotel-Information) > > [The Parsonage Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/York-Hotels-The-Parsonage-Hotel-Spa.h554901.Hotel-Information) > > [DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel and Spa Chester](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chester-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-Hotel-And-Spa-Chester.h527788.Hotel-Information) > > [Plum and Partridge Inn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/York-Hotels-Plum-And-Partridge-Inn.h19143770.Hotel-Information) > > [The Durham Ox](https://www.expedia.co.uk/York-Hotels-The-Durham-Ox.h2275866.Hotel-Information) > > [Hollicarrs - Honeycomb Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/York-Hotels-Hollicarrs-Honeycomb-Lodge.h45364920.Hotel-Information) > > [Brickfields Farm](https://www.expedia.co.uk/York-Hotels-Brickfields-Farm.h6120838.Hotel-Information) > > [Cave Hotel & Golf Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Faversham-Hotels-Cave-Hotel-Golf-Resort.h33410673.Hotel-Information) > > [The Crown - Hutton le Hole](https://www.expedia.co.uk/York-Hotels-The-Crown.h39483554.Hotel-Information) > > [Aldwark Manor Estate](https://www.expedia.co.uk/York-Hotels-Aldwark-Manor-Estate.h796069.Hotel-Information) > > [The Royal Oak Inn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/York-Hotels-The-Royal-Oak-Inn.h6942092.Hotel-Information) > > [Lakes Hotel and Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Windermere-Hotels-Lakes-Hotel-And-Spa.h901040.Hotel-Information) > > [The Fairfax Arms](https://www.expedia.co.uk/York-Hotels-The-Fairfax-Arms.h14699353.Hotel-Information) > > [The Bay Horse Inn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/York-Hotels-The-Bay-Horse-Inn.h17334089.Hotel-Information) > > [Ye Olde Red Lion](https://www.expedia.co.uk/York-Hotels-Ye-Olde-Red-Lion.h9242958.Hotel-Information) > > [The George Hotel Easingwold](https://www.expedia.co.uk/York-Hotels-The-George-At-Easingwold.h4001926.Hotel-Information) ---