How2Day: Hotels in Ribblesdale, England

Enjoy a steaming cup of coffee or tea along with your full English breakfast; breakfast is included in the price of your hotel room. sot/Photodisc/Getty Images
The village of Horton-in-Ribblesdale is nestled in the foothills of Pen-y-Ghent Mountain -- one of the three peaks in England's Yorkshire region. The village is home to several pubs, a cafe, a railway station on the Settle-Carlisle Railway and several walking and biking trails. Spectacular countryside and proximity to attractions such as Yorkshire Dales National Park, White Scar Cave, Yorkshire Dales Mining Museum and the Dales Countryside Museum makes Horton-in-Ribblesdale a frequent destination for tourists and outdoor enthusiasts alike. Choose from one of the area's hotels for cozy accommodations and a full English breakfast served daily.

The Crown Hotel is located in the heart of the Ribble Valley, on the banks of the River Ribble. The hotel is a four-minute walk from the Horton-in-Ribblesdale railway station and is on the Pennine Way in Yorkshire Dales National Park. Walk or mountain bike along area trails or relax in the hotel's seasonal beer garden or in front of a fire in the hotel's bar. The hotel features 10 guest rooms, seven of which feature private bathrooms. Nightly rates include a daily full breakfast for each person. The Crown Hotel's restaurant serves breakfast from 8:30 until 9 a.m., lunch from noon until 2 p.m. and dinner from 6 until 9 p.m.

Spectacular views of Pen-y-ghent and a location in the heart of the Horton-in-Ribbledale village make The Willows Bed and Breakfast an alternative to a traditional hotel. The Willows Bed and Breakfast is just a few minutes' walk from village pubs in the Crown hotel and The Golden Lion. The Willows features three guest rooms, all of which have private bathrooms, bottled water, bath amenities, coffee/hot chocolate tray, hypoallergenic bedding and memory-foam mattresses. Breakfast is served daily; the "Early Starter" is served from 6:30 until 7:30 a.m. and the normal breakfast is served from 7:30 until 9 a.m.

The Golden Lion Hotel is a 10-minute driv south of Horton-in-Ribblesdale. The hotel is a member of the Yorkshire Tourist Board and offers the charm of a historic inn combined with a convenient location in the center of Settle's marketplace. Explore the market, which is held weekly on Tuesdays, or visit nearby Yorkshire Dales National Park. The hotel's history dates back to approximately 1640, when it was built. The Golden Lion Hotel features 12 guest rooms, 10 of which include private bathrooms. Room rates include a full breakfast each day. The Golden Lion also houses a restaurant and lounge that serves a variety of menu items prepared using fresh local produce and a wide array of beers.

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