I've done the wrong thing here which is to check-out TripAdvisor after staying somewhere. Having said that, if I'd seen all these great reviews before staying at Middlethorpe Hall I would have expected it to be really something and really something it aint. Where do I begin? Awful, dark, shabby room with 80's decor. 1980's that is - i.e. tasteless.... more

We arrived early, so that we could go to morning service in the Minster. We were warmly welcomed, offered coffee until our pre-booked taxi arrived, and then left everything for reception to manage. After our day in York, we returned to find we had been upgraded to a delightful four-poster bedroom, with our luggage in place, together with a large... more

Wonderfully relaxing, lovely views and grounds. First-class staff who all appear to enjoy their jobs - any small problem was ironed out immediately. I loved the spa swimming pool - so relaxing after a busy day. The only criticism I could find (and this was difficult) was the orange juice at breakfast was not freshly squeezed and the large canister... more

We stayed at this hotel for two nights and had a wonderful break. The staff were fantastic, genuinley friendly and helpful. The room was lovely. We ate in the hotel restaurant one evening and the meal was beautiful, well prepared and well cooked and an interesting menu. Service was again great. We asked for an iron to be brought to... more

We arrived by tandem as part of a two-day cycling trip. The staff were totally unfazed by our bedraggled appearance and helped us to lock away our bike before showing us to our room. All aspects of our brief stay were excellent. The room in the courtyard (a superior room) was very comfortable and attractively decorated, with fluffy bathrobes... We... more

I found the room to be on the small side, but I suppose in historic houses there is so much you can do. The room, however, was very comfortable, great bed, I had a very good night sleep, flat screen TV and they only charge me £5.00 for the wireless internet, compared to other hotels is very reasonable. I found... more

This hotel was everything we wanted and more. We were upgraded to a beautiful suite in the courtyard, the food in the restaurant was delicious and the service impeccable. It was great to sit by the fire after dinner with a glass of brandy. The grounds were beautiful too, even with the snow, or perhaps because of it. It was... more

We had a great two-night stay at Middlethorpe Hall and ould'nt fault it. General manager welcoming us at the door, efficient and knowledgeable concierge and easy check-in. Our room was in the historic building on the 2nd floor (room 11)...great large windows overlooking the park, comfi bed and nice decor made of antique furniture and historic artefacts (chineese style). bathroom... more

Middlethorpe Hall has a deserved reputation for its grandeur, its location and the standard of service. It is an original William III country house with rooms both inside the main building and others in a courtyard. All are delightful and the 20 acres of grounds are carefully tended and abundantly planted. All in all it sets very high standards. But... more