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The Golden Fleece Hotel, Thirsk, North Yorkshire

Property class: 4
4-star guestrooms with free WiFi

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A historic building with a sign reading "GOLDEN FLEECE."
Dinner served
Dinner served
A room with a tufted purple sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a large arched window.
A bar area with a wooden counter, a chandelier, and shelves stocked with bottles and glasses.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

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42 Market Place, Thirsk, England, YO7 1LL
  • Place, Thirsk Museum
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Zillah Bell Gallery
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, World of James Herriot
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Room options

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A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a wardrobe, a desk, and a chair.

Classic Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(34 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with two beds, nightstands with lamps, a dresser, and floral wallpaper.

Classic Plus Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with floral curtains.

Superior Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a large window with floral curtains, a bedside table with a lamp, and a chair.

Deluxe Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a television, a chair, and a small table.

Deluxe Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, a nightstand, and a view into the bathroom.

Classic Plus Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly made bed with floral bedding, a green upholstered headboard, and a nightstand with a lamp and a bottle.

Superior Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Thirsk

In Thirsk .Steps from the hotel, you'll find Zillah Bell Gallery and Thirsk Museum. Thirsk Leisure Centre and World of James Herriot are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Thirsk Museum - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Zillah Bell Gallery - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Rural Arts - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • World of James Herriot - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Thirsk Leisure Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km

Getting around

  • Thirsk Station - 3 min drive
  • Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Crab & Lobster - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Nags Head - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Crown & Anchor - ‬16 min walk

About this property

The Golden Fleece Hotel, Thirsk, North Yorkshire

4-star guestrooms with free WiFi
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. There are 2 meeting rooms available. The Golden Fleece Hotel, Thirsk, North Yorkshire also features a terrace, laundry facilities, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4-star Thirsk hotel is smoke free.

  • 26 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Golden Fleece Hotel, Thirsk, North Yorkshire offers 26 accommodations with espresso makers and complimentary bottled water. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries.

This Thirsk hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; GBP 16 for adults and GBP 8 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 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: GBP 15 per accommodation, per night
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 10 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for GBP 5 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 16 for adults and GBP 8.00 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 5 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 10 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property class

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

Property is also known as

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Golden Fleece Hotel
Golden Fleece Hotel Thirsk
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The Golden Fleece Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Golden Fleece Hotel, Thirsk, North Yorkshire to the airport?

The Golden Fleece Hotel, Thirsk, North Yorkshire is 24.8 mi (44-min drive) away from the Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Golden Fleece Hotel, Thirsk, North Yorkshire?

As of Aug 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Golden Fleece Hotel, Thirsk, North Yorkshire on Aug 16, 2026 start from CA $154, 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.

Does The Golden Fleece Hotel, Thirsk, North Yorkshire have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Golden Fleece Hotel, Thirsk, North Yorkshire.

How close is The Golden Fleece Hotel, Thirsk, North Yorkshire to the beach?

This hotel is 12.1 mi (28-min drive) from Pebble Beach.

Does The Golden Fleece Hotel, Thirsk, North Yorkshire offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Golden Fleece Hotel, Thirsk, North Yorkshire, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 16 for adults and GBP 8.00 for children. It's available on weekdays from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM and weekends from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at The Golden Fleece Hotel, Thirsk, North Yorkshire?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Golden Fleece Hotel, Thirsk, North Yorkshire?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

Is there free parking at The Golden Fleece Hotel, Thirsk, North Yorkshire?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Golden Fleece Hotel, Thirsk, North Yorkshire have a pool?

The Golden Fleece Hotel, Thirsk, North Yorkshire does not have a pool.

Does The Golden Fleece Hotel, Thirsk, North Yorkshire have a restaurant?

The Golden Fleece Hotel, Thirsk, North Yorkshire is home to The Highflyer Restaurant, which features local cuisine.

Does The Golden Fleece Hotel, Thirsk, North Yorkshire have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Golden Fleece Hotel, Thirsk, North Yorkshire to downtown Thirsk?

The Golden Fleece Hotel, Thirsk, North Yorkshire is 0.1 mi away from Thirsk.

The Golden Fleece Hotel, Thirsk, North Yorkshire Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 471 out of 730 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 196 out of 730 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 47 out of 730 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 730 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 730 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean hotel in a great location for exploring.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely historical and charming hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location. Excellent stafff, restaurant is nice.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, staff nice, room nice, good location for touring the dales.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location for local amenities and exploring North Yorkshire.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel, location was good and parking a bonus. Menu was good and food excellent. Staff always friendly and ready to chat and help. Would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

RACHEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic staff and a great location in Thirsk...beautiful room
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Centrally located with parking. Easy access to local shops etc. Very nice bar food. Comfortable room perfect for my one night stopover.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Fantastic staff and lovely food
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great hotel location very welcoming x
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Second stay at the Golden Fleece. Ideal location with free/ secure parking. Staff are friendly. Only criticism is that the rooms are starting to get a little tired.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel with parking and friendly staff. Enjoyed staying here and would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good parking and lovely room and breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lewis

The hotel was lovely, clean room with everything I needed. The staff were excellent and the food was lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Delightful market town.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were great and happy to explain the history of the hotel. Very comfortable room and relaxing lounge areas.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This is the fifth time we have stayed, staff are all excellent
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Shirley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Did not have breakfast. The bar was well stocked and the staff were friendly. Room clean an tidy. Overall a lovely stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Overnight stay on business, clean and tidy room in the Mews facing the car park, hotel in great location and staff welcoming. Happily stay here again next time I’m in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. The room was clean and quiet, comfy bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very friendly helpfull staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Miss Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely spacious and clean room, with a wonderful view of the town square. Had a very relaxing stay and will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Fabulous room, lovely staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was nice staff where good
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Philip

First class location Room nice but quite tired Staff very good
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026