The original buildings along the square are full of character but the lounges need a revamp as they are looking tired, the newer block is a pretty awful design. Our room was in the older part, it was smartly decorated but the bathroom heating did not work and tiles were broken and despite having told reception in the morning no... More

While we were on holiday last week in Yorkshire and we had a day out in helmsley. We have been to this hotel before so we were looking forward to a nice lunch and they did not disappoint.The sandwiches are amazing and the cakes are to die for.John and i shared the sandwich as it was so huge. they are... More

Last Thursday my wife and I paid one of our infrequent visits to The Black Swan which has changed hugely since my days of a lad being taken there by my parents as an Ampleforth schoolboy. What an amazing 24 hours we had. I can honestly say the evening meal was one of the best we have ever had, we... More

We visited The Black Swan for my dad's birthday and the weather was crisp outside- it was January- as soon as we entered the hotel the staff were friendly and showed us our room with a double and a single bed, an ensuite bathroom with bath/shower, toilet and sink. Lovely toiletries already there which my mum loved. We unpacked before... More

We stayed in the Black Swan for one night (Weds) in May on their Springboard into Yorkshire package. We fell lucky getting a parking space in the car park to the front of the hotel which seemed to be used by the general public popping in and out of Helmsley as much as by hotel guests. We were allocated room... More

We booked a six course fish dinner, one of the hotels special dining events and decided to stay overnight so as to enjoy the wines that accompanied each course! We were truly delighted with the whole experience. We arrived at lunch time so enjoyed some delicious sandwiches in the bar, served by Christian who was so engaging and helpful. Our... More

I recently took my wife for a surprise break to North Yorkshire and we stayed overnight at the Black Swan. I'm still wallowing in the resultant brownie points. I chose their Spring Break package with tasting menu dinner complete with a selection of the appropriate wines for each course. On arrival we were presented with a room upgrade, Prosecco and... More

So we end our 200 mile walk after staying in the full spectrum of B&B’s and hotels and we arrive at The Black Swan, this is where our wives meet us and we all have a good night out. Now you have read all the reviews and you know this hotel has a 2-rosette restaurant and is rated as a... More

It's a lovely hotel with a lively bar, excellent food and a great location in the beautiful town of Helmsley. We had a few issues, though. We were stuck in the very farthest room which was a good walk from reception and didn't have much of a view to speak of. The radiator was stuck in the 'on' position and... More