Royal Oak Hotel
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About this property
Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and wedding services.
Amenities
Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and wedding services.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a business center, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Event facilities at this bed & breakfast consist of conference space and a meeting room. Free self parking is available onsite.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 4 guestrooms.
Location
With a stay at Royal Oak Hotel in Middlesbrough, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of North York Moors National Park and Stokesley Golf Range. This bed & breakfast is 2 mi (3.2 km) from Roseberry Topping and 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from Guisborough Forest.
What's nearby
Roseberry Topping(1.8 miles)
Stokesley Golf Range(3.3 miles)
Guisborough Forest(3.5 miles)
North York Moors National Park(4.4 miles)
Middlesbrough Golf Club(4.6 miles)
Flatts Lane Woodland Country Park(4.9 miles)
Stewart Park(5.5 miles)
St Mary's Cathedral(5.7 miles)
Prissick Plaza Skate Park(5.7 miles)
Rainbow Leisure Centre(5.7 miles)
Ormesby Hall(5.7 miles)
Guisborough Priory(5.8 miles)
Newham Grange Leisure Farm(6.1 miles)
Captain Cook Birthplace Museum(6.1 miles)
Fairy Dell(6.3 miles)
Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.)(20.1 miles)
Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford)(57.1 miles)
Parking
Non-Smoking Rooms
Business Center
Room Service
Housekeeping
Banquet Facilities
Location
123 High Street Great Ayton, Great Ayton, England, United Kingdom
Roseberry Topping (1.8 miles)
Stokesley Golf Range (3.3 miles)
Guisborough Forest (3.5 miles)
North York Moors National Park (4.4 miles)
Middlesbrough Golf Club (4.6 miles)
Flatts Lane Woodland Country Park (4.9 miles)
Room options
3
Standard Double Room, Ensuite (Ayton)
1 Full Bed
Sleeps 2
Wi-Fi (Free)
2
Double Room, Ensuite (Cook)
1 Full Bed
Sleeps 2
Wi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
2
Suite, Ensuite (Yorkshire)
1 Full Bed
and 2 Twin Beds
Sleeps 4
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
3
Twin Room, Ensuite (Roseberry)
2 Twin Beds
Sleeps 2
Wi-Fi (Free)
Guest reviews of Royal Oak Hotel
8.8
Fabulous
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What guests think
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At Royal Oak Hotel, reviewers frequently praise the friendly, welcoming staff, clean and comfortable rooms, and tasty breakfast and pub meals, while also appreciating the convenient village-centre location that's handy for countryside walks and nearby towns.
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At Royal Oak Hotel, reviewers frequently praise the friendly, welcoming staff, clean and comfortable rooms, and tasty breakfast and pub meals, while also appreciating the convenient village-centre location that's handy for countryside walks and nearby towns.
Rooms are generally comfortable but often described as basic, with several notes about dated bathrooms or weak showers. Guests like the lively pub atmosphere, though a few mention early-morning noise, scruffy or dark rear access areas, and mixed experiences with parking. Expect a straightforward, no-frills stay in a characterful village pub.
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Facilities
The onsite pub has a good atmosphere and a solid choice of drinks. Parking is available (including free parking in some cases), though a few guests found access or off-street arrangements inconvenient and some rear areas scruffy or dark.
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Lester
Nov 22, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Good food free parking unfortunately breakfast doesn’t start till 730 so I didn’t get to try that
Good food free parking unfortunately breakfast doesn’t start till 730 so I didn’t get to try that
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Jack
May 19, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
I think I paid twice, once when booking accommodation in Australia and again on-site. Off-street parking was an inconvenience
I think I paid twice, once when booking accommodation in Australia and again on-site. Off-street parking was an inconvenience
8
Norman
Aug 28, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very nice friendly pub with good choice of drinks and excellent food.
Very nice friendly pub with good choice of drinks and excellent food.
8
william
Feb 13, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
The staff and locals in the bar were very friendly.
The staff and locals in the bar were very friendly.
10
Dean T
Feb 3, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Flipping wonderful place - best nights sleep for ages and the food is 10 out of 10 outstanding I thought & the best pint of Guinness I have had for years. Staff were fantastic. 100% I will be back :) *bathroom had a few old hairs, but I can live with that. amazing place
Flipping wonderful place - best nights sleep for ages and the food is 10 out of 10 outstanding I thought & the best pint of Guinness I have had for years. Staff were fantastic. 100% I will be back :) *bathroom had a few old hairs, but I can live with that. amazing place
10
kevin
Dec 2, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
A lovely old country pub, comfortable with great staff
A lovely old country pub, comfortable with great staff
8
Caroline
Oct 22, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely old pub, friendly staff and customers and great food. Rooms were up a back stairwell that was a bit unkept but the room itself, whilst being basic was clean and quite new. I enjoyed my stay and would return
Lovely old pub, friendly staff and customers and great food. Rooms were up a back stairwell that was a bit unkept but the room itself, whilst being basic was clean and quite new. I enjoyed my stay and would return
10
Graeme
May 28, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Good location in the centre of village, good atmosphere in pub.
Good location in the centre of village, good atmosphere in pub.
10
Janet
May 16, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Really good rural pub. Friendly staff good facilities and helpful when needed. Good value
Really good rural pub. Friendly staff good facilities and helpful when needed. Good value
8
belinda
Aug 4, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
had the Cook Room -- as it was warm had the windows open which proved a bit noisy - barrels being unloaded early morning. Staff from kitchen a little rowdy. Back entrance for night time could do with a little spruce up - a bit scruffy. Not ideal when staying alone - a bit dark. Overall a nice stay. Parking wasn't too bad. Good food and breakfast. Room had everything needed.
had the Cook Room -- as it was warm had the windows open which proved a bit noisy - barrels being unloaded early morning. Staff from kitchen a little rowdy. Back entrance for night time could do with a little spruce up - a bit scruffy. Not ideal when staying alone - a bit dark. Overall a nice stay. Parking wasn't too bad. Good food and breakfast. Room had everything needed.
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Cleanliness
Rooms and bathrooms are generally very clean, with several guests calling them spotless. A few maintenance or upkeep issues appear, including dated bathrooms or weak showers, an unkempt stairwell, a scruffy rear entrance, and the occasional missed detail.
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Linda
Jun 18, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
A lovely village pub. I didn’t have a dinner, however, the breakfast, which was included in the room rate, was really nice, with freshly made coffee, which was good. The rooms are above the pub, my window faced the outdoor patio but I didn’t find it noisy. The room was large with a comfy double bed, and a nice sofa style chair for one. Everything was clean, and I’m really fussy about that. The bathroom was large as well, it was spotless, with an electric shower (in all honesty it is not the strongest shower I’ve ever had, but more then good enough, and this wouldn’t put me off booking again). All the staff I spoken to was lovely and helpful. It’s only 20 minutes drive to Saltburn, totally doable even if you just want to spend an hour there. I have nothing negative to say about my stay. Thank you!
A lovely village pub. I didn’t have a dinner, however, the breakfast, which was included in the room rate, was really nice, with freshly made coffee, which was good. The rooms are above the pub, my window faced the outdoor patio but I didn’t find it noisy. The room was large with a comfy double bed, and a nice sofa style chair for one. Everything was clean, and I’m really fussy about that. The bathroom was large as well, it was spotless, with an electric shower (in all honesty it is not the strongest shower I’ve ever had, but more then good enough, and this wouldn’t put me off booking again). All the staff I spoken to was lovely and helpful. It’s only 20 minutes drive to Saltburn, totally doable even if you just want to spend an hour there. I have nothing negative to say about my stay. Thank you!
10
Luke
Sep 25, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Incredibly clean. Lovely and spacious (we stayed in Cook room) Comfortable bed. Friendly staff. Thank you so much!
Incredibly clean. Lovely and spacious (we stayed in Cook room) Comfortable bed. Friendly staff. Thank you so much!
10
Dean T
Feb 3, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Flipping wonderful place - best nights sleep for ages and the food is 10 out of 10 outstanding I thought & the best pint of Guinness I have had for years. Staff were fantastic. 100% I will be back :) *bathroom had a few old hairs, but I can live with that. amazing place
Flipping wonderful place - best nights sleep for ages and the food is 10 out of 10 outstanding I thought & the best pint of Guinness I have had for years. Staff were fantastic. 100% I will be back :) *bathroom had a few old hairs, but I can live with that. amazing place
8
Caroline
Oct 22, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely old pub, friendly staff and customers and great food. Rooms were up a back stairwell that was a bit unkept but the room itself, whilst being basic was clean and quite new. I enjoyed my stay and would return
Lovely old pub, friendly staff and customers and great food. Rooms were up a back stairwell that was a bit unkept but the room itself, whilst being basic was clean and quite new. I enjoyed my stay and would return
8
belinda
Aug 4, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
had the Cook Room -- as it was warm had the windows open which proved a bit noisy - barrels being unloaded early morning. Staff from kitchen a little rowdy. Back entrance for night time could do with a little spruce up - a bit scruffy. Not ideal when staying alone - a bit dark. Overall a nice stay. Parking wasn't too bad. Good food and breakfast. Room had everything needed.
had the Cook Room -- as it was warm had the windows open which proved a bit noisy - barrels being unloaded early morning. Staff from kitchen a little rowdy. Back entrance for night time could do with a little spruce up - a bit scruffy. Not ideal when staying alone - a bit dark. Overall a nice stay. Parking wasn't too bad. Good food and breakfast. Room had everything needed.
10
Andy
Sep 15, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Perfect location in the centre of town and near to all the amenities (as well as the start and end of our walk - the main reason for going). Staff friendly, bedroom quiet, clean and comfortable and an excellent breakfast thrown in. We also had an evening meal here which again was very good and a reasonable price. Would come again
Perfect location in the centre of town and near to all the amenities (as well as the start and end of our walk - the main reason for going). Staff friendly, bedroom quiet, clean and comfortable and an excellent breakfast thrown in. We also had an evening meal here which again was very good and a reasonable price. Would come again
10
Nicola
Apr 24, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely clean room, bathroom a good size, think we might have had the largest room. Bed was soft and comfy. Breakfast was delicious, cooked perfectly. Pub is in a good position in the village with walks from the doorstep and near great TI office. Pub meals are not overpriced.
Lovely clean room, bathroom a good size, think we might have had the largest room. Bed was soft and comfy. Breakfast was delicious, cooked perfectly. Pub is in a good position in the village with walks from the doorstep and near great TI office. Pub meals are not overpriced.
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Keith
Dec 25, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
breakfasts were good, rooms require updating, particularly the bathroom. Most staff were friendly and helpful, however, one of the staff shouldn’t be in the hospitality business. surly and rude! Overall would probably stay elsewhere if visiting again.
breakfasts were good, rooms require updating, particularly the bathroom. Most staff were friendly and helpful, however, one of the staff shouldn’t be in the hospitality business. surly and rude! Overall would probably stay elsewhere if visiting again.
10
Maria
Oct 5, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely stay at this hotel, room very clean and breakfast was extremely tasty!
Lovely stay at this hotel, room very clean and breakfast was extremely tasty!
10
Mark
Jan 29, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Very clean room, great food and very friendly staff.
Very clean room, great food and very friendly staff.
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Rooms
Rooms are comfortable, with many praising the beds and some noting spacious options, but several describe them as basic and in need of updating. A few comments mention small rooms or early-morning noise in certain locations.
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Linda
Jun 18, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
A lovely village pub. I didn’t have a dinner, however, the breakfast, which was included in the room rate, was really nice, with freshly made coffee, which was good. The rooms are above the pub, my window faced the outdoor patio but I didn’t find it noisy. The room was large with a comfy double bed, and a nice sofa style chair for one. Everything was clean, and I’m really fussy about that. The bathroom was large as well, it was spotless, with an electric shower (in all honesty it is not the strongest shower I’ve ever had, but more then good enough, and this wouldn’t put me off booking again). All the staff I spoken to was lovely and helpful. It’s only 20 minutes drive to Saltburn, totally doable even if you just want to spend an hour there. I have nothing negative to say about my stay. Thank you!
A lovely village pub. I didn’t have a dinner, however, the breakfast, which was included in the room rate, was really nice, with freshly made coffee, which was good. The rooms are above the pub, my window faced the outdoor patio but I didn’t find it noisy. The room was large with a comfy double bed, and a nice sofa style chair for one. Everything was clean, and I’m really fussy about that. The bathroom was large as well, it was spotless, with an electric shower (in all honesty it is not the strongest shower I’ve ever had, but more then good enough, and this wouldn’t put me off booking again). All the staff I spoken to was lovely and helpful. It’s only 20 minutes drive to Saltburn, totally doable even if you just want to spend an hour there. I have nothing negative to say about my stay. Thank you!
10
Luke
Sep 25, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Incredibly clean. Lovely and spacious (we stayed in Cook room) Comfortable bed. Friendly staff. Thank you so much!
Incredibly clean. Lovely and spacious (we stayed in Cook room) Comfortable bed. Friendly staff. Thank you so much!
10
kevin
Dec 2, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
A lovely old country pub, comfortable with great staff
A lovely old country pub, comfortable with great staff
8
Caroline
Oct 22, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely old pub, friendly staff and customers and great food. Rooms were up a back stairwell that was a bit unkept but the room itself, whilst being basic was clean and quite new. I enjoyed my stay and would return
Lovely old pub, friendly staff and customers and great food. Rooms were up a back stairwell that was a bit unkept but the room itself, whilst being basic was clean and quite new. I enjoyed my stay and would return
10
Rick
Jun 9, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Enjoyed the stay, bed was very comfortable, very friendly would definitely stay again when in this area
Enjoyed the stay, bed was very comfortable, very friendly would definitely stay again when in this area
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belinda
Aug 4, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
had the Cook Room -- as it was warm had the windows open which proved a bit noisy - barrels being unloaded early morning. Staff from kitchen a little rowdy. Back entrance for night time could do with a little spruce up - a bit scruffy. Not ideal when staying alone - a bit dark. Overall a nice stay. Parking wasn't too bad. Good food and breakfast. Room had everything needed.
had the Cook Room -- as it was warm had the windows open which proved a bit noisy - barrels being unloaded early morning. Staff from kitchen a little rowdy. Back entrance for night time could do with a little spruce up - a bit scruffy. Not ideal when staying alone - a bit dark. Overall a nice stay. Parking wasn't too bad. Good food and breakfast. Room had everything needed.
10
Keith
Dec 9, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely pub in a lovely village, handy for local towns and cities. The room was small but comfortable and needed a little updating. The pub food is apparently very good. Breakfast was very nice and the price was very reasonable.
Lovely pub in a lovely village, handy for local towns and cities. The room was small but comfortable and needed a little updating. The pub food is apparently very good. Breakfast was very nice and the price was very reasonable.
10
Andy
Sep 15, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Perfect location in the centre of town and near to all the amenities (as well as the start and end of our walk - the main reason for going). Staff friendly, bedroom quiet, clean and comfortable and an excellent breakfast thrown in. We also had an evening meal here which again was very good and a reasonable price. Would come again
Perfect location in the centre of town and near to all the amenities (as well as the start and end of our walk - the main reason for going). Staff friendly, bedroom quiet, clean and comfortable and an excellent breakfast thrown in. We also had an evening meal here which again was very good and a reasonable price. Would come again
10
Nicola
Apr 24, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely clean room, bathroom a good size, think we might have had the largest room. Bed was soft and comfy. Breakfast was delicious, cooked perfectly. Pub is in a good position in the village with walks from the doorstep and near great TI office. Pub meals are not overpriced.
Lovely clean room, bathroom a good size, think we might have had the largest room. Bed was soft and comfy. Breakfast was delicious, cooked perfectly. Pub is in a good position in the village with walks from the doorstep and near great TI office. Pub meals are not overpriced.
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Keith
Dec 25, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
breakfasts were good, rooms require updating, particularly the bathroom. Most staff were friendly and helpful, however, one of the staff shouldn’t be in the hospitality business. surly and rude! Overall would probably stay elsewhere if visiting again.
breakfasts were good, rooms require updating, particularly the bathroom. Most staff were friendly and helpful, however, one of the staff shouldn’t be in the hospitality business. surly and rude! Overall would probably stay elsewhere if visiting again.
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Service
Service is widely praised as friendly, welcoming, and helpful, with smooth check-in and attentive breakfast staff. A few guests reported less pleasant encounters.
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Kevin
Apr 14, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Stayed 2 nights in this charming little pub come hotel. Booking in and out was easy enough. Lady over seeing breakfast was first class hostess, breakfast was Yorkshire finest full English. Room was of good standard, can make cuppa, iron etc. All good amd recommend
Stayed 2 nights in this charming little pub come hotel. Booking in and out was easy enough. Lady over seeing breakfast was first class hostess, breakfast was Yorkshire finest full English. Room was of good standard, can make cuppa, iron etc. All good amd recommend
10
kevin
Dec 2, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
A lovely old country pub, comfortable with great staff
A lovely old country pub, comfortable with great staff
8
Caroline
Oct 22, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely old pub, friendly staff and customers and great food. Rooms were up a back stairwell that was a bit unkept but the room itself, whilst being basic was clean and quite new. I enjoyed my stay and would return
Lovely old pub, friendly staff and customers and great food. Rooms were up a back stairwell that was a bit unkept but the room itself, whilst being basic was clean and quite new. I enjoyed my stay and would return
10
Rick
Jun 9, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Enjoyed the stay, bed was very comfortable, very friendly would definitely stay again when in this area
Enjoyed the stay, bed was very comfortable, very friendly would definitely stay again when in this area
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Maureen
Feb 13, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely warm welcome on check in and again lovely efficient staff this morning serving breakfast. We did not eat at the hotel but it looked very busy m.
Lovely warm welcome on check in and again lovely efficient staff this morning serving breakfast. We did not eat at the hotel but it looked very busy m.
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Andy
Sep 15, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Perfect location in the centre of town and near to all the amenities (as well as the start and end of our walk - the main reason for going). Staff friendly, bedroom quiet, clean and comfortable and an excellent breakfast thrown in. We also had an evening meal here which again was very good and a reasonable price. Would come again
Perfect location in the centre of town and near to all the amenities (as well as the start and end of our walk - the main reason for going). Staff friendly, bedroom quiet, clean and comfortable and an excellent breakfast thrown in. We also had an evening meal here which again was very good and a reasonable price. Would come again
10
Julie
Nov 19, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
A fantastic hotel in a beautiful location. Staff couldn't do enough for us from the contact on the phone before arrival to the minute we left. The room was very comfortable with lots of added extras. We had a lovely meal too and again the staff were exceptional. Breakfast was plentiful and delicious and nothing was too much trouble for the staff. Special thanks to the wonderful lady who served us. We loved the place so much, we have already rebooked!
A fantastic hotel in a beautiful location. Staff couldn't do enough for us from the contact on the phone before arrival to the minute we left. The room was very comfortable with lots of added extras. We had a lovely meal too and again the staff were exceptional. Breakfast was plentiful and delicious and nothing was too much trouble for the staff. Special thanks to the wonderful lady who served us. We loved the place so much, we have already rebooked!
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Keith
Dec 25, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
breakfasts were good, rooms require updating, particularly the bathroom. Most staff were friendly and helpful, however, one of the staff shouldn’t be in the hospitality business. surly and rude! Overall would probably stay elsewhere if visiting again.
breakfasts were good, rooms require updating, particularly the bathroom. Most staff were friendly and helpful, however, one of the staff shouldn’t be in the hospitality business. surly and rude! Overall would probably stay elsewhere if visiting again.
10
Richard
Apr 26, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great welcome m, nice room
Great welcome m, nice room
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Mark
Jan 29, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Very clean room, great food and very friendly staff.
Very clean room, great food and very friendly staff.
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Location
Central village location is frequently praised for convenience to amenities, walks, and nearby towns, with a quiet rural setting many enjoy.
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John
Nov 26, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Great value. Fantastic location. Tasty food. Comfortable hotel. Friendly staff.
Great value. Fantastic location. Tasty food. Comfortable hotel. Friendly staff.
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Linda
Jun 18, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
A lovely village pub. I didn’t have a dinner, however, the breakfast, which was included in the room rate, was really nice, with freshly made coffee, which was good. The rooms are above the pub, my window faced the outdoor patio but I didn’t find it noisy. The room was large with a comfy double bed, and a nice sofa style chair for one. Everything was clean, and I’m really fussy about that. The bathroom was large as well, it was spotless, with an electric shower (in all honesty it is not the strongest shower I’ve ever had, but more then good enough, and this wouldn’t put me off booking again). All the staff I spoken to was lovely and helpful. It’s only 20 minutes drive to Saltburn, totally doable even if you just want to spend an hour there. I have nothing negative to say about my stay. Thank you!
A lovely village pub. I didn’t have a dinner, however, the breakfast, which was included in the room rate, was really nice, with freshly made coffee, which was good. The rooms are above the pub, my window faced the outdoor patio but I didn’t find it noisy. The room was large with a comfy double bed, and a nice sofa style chair for one. Everything was clean, and I’m really fussy about that. The bathroom was large as well, it was spotless, with an electric shower (in all honesty it is not the strongest shower I’ve ever had, but more then good enough, and this wouldn’t put me off booking again). All the staff I spoken to was lovely and helpful. It’s only 20 minutes drive to Saltburn, totally doable even if you just want to spend an hour there. I have nothing negative to say about my stay. Thank you!
10
DAVID
Aug 24, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
The Royal Oak has a wonderful location in a quiet village setting and visitors can expect a relaxing change of pace. The countryside around is spectacular for England and the people are without exception friendly and helpful. I'm perhaps biased because my family lived in Gt Ayton in the early 19th Century and although I was born in North Yorkshire today, as a visiting southerner it's very much my home ground. This was my third or fourth visit and I thoroughly recommend The Royal Oak to tourists, visitors,hikers, bikers or anyone who appreciates a splendid local traditional pub-hotel with food to match.
The Royal Oak has a wonderful location in a quiet village setting and visitors can expect a relaxing change of pace. The countryside around is spectacular for England and the people are without exception friendly and helpful. I'm perhaps biased because my family lived in Gt Ayton in the early 19th Century and although I was born in North Yorkshire today, as a visiting southerner it's very much my home ground. This was my third or fourth visit and I thoroughly recommend The Royal Oak to tourists, visitors,hikers, bikers or anyone who appreciates a splendid local traditional pub-hotel with food to match.
10
Graeme
May 28, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Good location in the centre of village, good atmosphere in pub.
Good location in the centre of village, good atmosphere in pub.
10
Keith
Dec 9, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely pub in a lovely village, handy for local towns and cities. The room was small but comfortable and needed a little updating. The pub food is apparently very good. Breakfast was very nice and the price was very reasonable.
Lovely pub in a lovely village, handy for local towns and cities. The room was small but comfortable and needed a little updating. The pub food is apparently very good. Breakfast was very nice and the price was very reasonable.
10
Andy
Sep 15, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Perfect location in the centre of town and near to all the amenities (as well as the start and end of our walk - the main reason for going). Staff friendly, bedroom quiet, clean and comfortable and an excellent breakfast thrown in. We also had an evening meal here which again was very good and a reasonable price. Would come again
Perfect location in the centre of town and near to all the amenities (as well as the start and end of our walk - the main reason for going). Staff friendly, bedroom quiet, clean and comfortable and an excellent breakfast thrown in. We also had an evening meal here which again was very good and a reasonable price. Would come again
10
Nicola
Apr 24, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely clean room, bathroom a good size, think we might have had the largest room. Bed was soft and comfy. Breakfast was delicious, cooked perfectly. Pub is in a good position in the village with walks from the doorstep and near great TI office. Pub meals are not overpriced.
Lovely clean room, bathroom a good size, think we might have had the largest room. Bed was soft and comfy. Breakfast was delicious, cooked perfectly. Pub is in a good position in the village with walks from the doorstep and near great TI office. Pub meals are not overpriced.
10
Julie
Nov 19, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
A fantastic hotel in a beautiful location. Staff couldn't do enough for us from the contact on the phone before arrival to the minute we left. The room was very comfortable with lots of added extras. We had a lovely meal too and again the staff were exceptional. Breakfast was plentiful and delicious and nothing was too much trouble for the staff. Special thanks to the wonderful lady who served us. We loved the place so much, we have already rebooked!
A fantastic hotel in a beautiful location. Staff couldn't do enough for us from the contact on the phone before arrival to the minute we left. The room was very comfortable with lots of added extras. We had a lovely meal too and again the staff were exceptional. Breakfast was plentiful and delicious and nothing was too much trouble for the staff. Special thanks to the wonderful lady who served us. We loved the place so much, we have already rebooked!
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Dining
Breakfast and pub meals earn frequent praise for taste and value, with several mentions of great coffee and well-cooked dishes. A few reviewers found certain items average or the breakfast coffee subpar on one occasion.
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Naomi
Jan 24, 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Room perfect, welcome great. Great breakfast and coffee the best!
Room perfect, welcome great. Great breakfast and coffee the best!
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Helen
Jun 13, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Friendly people. Food was very average. Burger was very dry!
Friendly people. Food was very average. Burger was very dry!
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Norman
Aug 28, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very nice friendly pub with good choice of drinks and excellent food.
Very nice friendly pub with good choice of drinks and excellent food.
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Kevin
Apr 14, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Stayed 2 nights in this charming little pub come hotel. Booking in and out was easy enough. Lady over seeing breakfast was first class hostess, breakfast was Yorkshire finest full English. Room was of good standard, can make cuppa, iron etc. All good amd recommend
Stayed 2 nights in this charming little pub come hotel. Booking in and out was easy enough. Lady over seeing breakfast was first class hostess, breakfast was Yorkshire finest full English. Room was of good standard, can make cuppa, iron etc. All good amd recommend
10
Wayne
Mar 25, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Perfect spot for a stay whilst working away. Very comfortable bed and a well cooked full English. Would definitely stay again.
Perfect spot for a stay whilst working away. Very comfortable bed and a well cooked full English. Would definitely stay again.
8
Caroline
Oct 22, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely old pub, friendly staff and customers and great food. Rooms were up a back stairwell that was a bit unkept but the room itself, whilst being basic was clean and quite new. I enjoyed my stay and would return
Lovely old pub, friendly staff and customers and great food. Rooms were up a back stairwell that was a bit unkept but the room itself, whilst being basic was clean and quite new. I enjoyed my stay and would return
10
Andy
Sep 15, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Perfect location in the centre of town and near to all the amenities (as well as the start and end of our walk - the main reason for going). Staff friendly, bedroom quiet, clean and comfortable and an excellent breakfast thrown in. We also had an evening meal here which again was very good and a reasonable price. Would come again
Perfect location in the centre of town and near to all the amenities (as well as the start and end of our walk - the main reason for going). Staff friendly, bedroom quiet, clean and comfortable and an excellent breakfast thrown in. We also had an evening meal here which again was very good and a reasonable price. Would come again
10
Nicola
Apr 24, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely clean room, bathroom a good size, think we might have had the largest room. Bed was soft and comfy. Breakfast was delicious, cooked perfectly. Pub is in a good position in the village with walks from the doorstep and near great TI office. Pub meals are not overpriced.
Lovely clean room, bathroom a good size, think we might have had the largest room. Bed was soft and comfy. Breakfast was delicious, cooked perfectly. Pub is in a good position in the village with walks from the doorstep and near great TI office. Pub meals are not overpriced.
10
Maria
Oct 5, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely stay at this hotel, room very clean and breakfast was extremely tasty!
Lovely stay at this hotel, room very clean and breakfast was extremely tasty!
10
Mark
Jan 29, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Very clean room, great food and very friendly staff.
Very clean room, great food and very friendly staff.
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10
Paul
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
I tend to avoid the larger chains as they are rarely very customer focused and restaurant options are limited and usually quite dire. Instead I used independants and the hotel & pub, is a prime example of how hospitality should and used to be. The staff from the moment you walk through the door, made you feel most welcome, upon checking in, I was shown to my room (rather than just given a key) - nice touch, room and ensuite was clean, tidy and fit for purpose, a table was reserved for me for dinner, the food was excellent and reasonably priced. Breakfast was equally as nice (included in the price on my booking), with a table set and waiting my arrival. Room price was very reasonable too. Thank you to all the staff that I spoke to and made my 'business' stay a most pleasant one - I will definitely use again when in the area - keep doing what you do, its fantastic...
I tend to avoid the larger chains as they are rarely very customer focused and restaurant options are limited and usually quite dire. Instead I used independants and the hotel & pub, is a prime example of how hospitality should and used to be. The staff from the moment you walk through the door, made you feel most welcome, upon checking in, I was shown to my room (rather than just given a key) - nice touch, room and ensuite was clean, tidy and fit for purpose, a table was reserved for me for dinner, the food was excellent and reasonably priced. Breakfast was equally as nice (included in the price on my booking), with a table set and waiting my arrival. Room price was very reasonable too. Thank you to all the staff that I spoke to and made my 'business' stay a most pleasant one - I will definitely use again when in the area - keep doing what you do, its fantastic...
10
Brian
4 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
Our stay was lovely, for Pauline,s 60th Birthday 🎂. We were well looked after by the very friendly staff as well. The food was very nice, we will definitely be back!, 😊👍.
Our stay was lovely, for Pauline,s 60th Birthday 🎂. We were well looked after by the very friendly staff as well. The food was very nice, we will definitely be back!, 😊👍.
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Peter
Sep 12, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
I’d visit again without any concerns
I’d visit again without any concerns
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Matthew
Sep 1, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Staff were especially lovely
Staff were especially lovely
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Joseph
Jul 15, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
A wonderful location The room was perfect, clean and as described. The restaurant provided incredible food and the staff were cheerful and always happy to help. Highly recommend
A wonderful location The room was perfect, clean and as described. The restaurant provided incredible food and the staff were cheerful and always happy to help. Highly recommend
Property Policies
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Check-in
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From 14:00 to 23:00
Before 11:00
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FAQs about Royal Oak Hotel
Is parking available at the property?
Free self-parking is available on-site for guests.
Is breakfast offered at the hotel?
Breakfast is available, although specific details regarding the type and cost are not provided.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 14:00 to 23:00, and check-out is by 11:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.
What accessibility features does the property offer?
The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities, ensuring comfort for guests with disabilities.
Where is the hotel located in relation to local attractions?
The hotel is located in Great Ayton, within a 15-minute drive of North York Moors National Park and Stokesley Golf Range. Key attractions include Roseberry Topping (2.9 km), Guisborough Forest (5.6 km), and Middlesbrough Golf Club (7.4 km).
What are the policies for children staying at the hotel?
Children are welcome at the property, and there is no minimum age for children to stay for free.
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- 2026-11-06: 133.34316293792725USD
- 2026-11-07: 107.8663822057724USD
- 2026-11-08: 107.8663822057724USD
- 2026-11-09: 107.8663822057724USD
- 2026-11-10: 107.8663822057724USD
- 2026-11-11: 107.8663822057724USD
- 2026-11-12: 110.91599332675933USD
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- 2026-11-15: 107.8663822057724USD
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- 2026-11-18: 107.8663822057724USD
- 2026-11-19: 107.8663822057724USD
- 2026-11-20: 110.91663586959838USD
- 2026-11-21: 141.6867102115631USD
- 2026-11-22: 141.01219444084168USD
- 2026-11-23: 141.01219444084168USD
- 2026-11-24: 141.01219444084168USD
- 2026-11-25: 141.6867102115631USD
- 2026-11-26: 141.6867102115631USD
- 2026-11-27: 150.10105713882444USD
- 2026-11-28: NO DATA
- 2026-11-29: 107.26066135501861USD
- 2026-11-30: 141.01219444084168USD
- 2026-12-01: 106.62746537246704USD
- 2026-12-02: 141.01219444084168USD
- 2026-12-03: 126.89248689746856USD
- 2026-12-04: 107.8663822057724USD
- 2026-12-05: 141.01219444084168USD
- 2026-12-06: 138.22255615253448USD
- 2026-12-07: 107.8663822057724USD
- 2026-12-08: 145.00170009231567USD
- 2026-12-09: 141.01219444084168USD
- 2026-12-10: 107.8663822057724USD
- 2026-12-11: 116.47529110469817USD
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- 2026-12-13: 141.73210800495147USD
- 2026-12-14: 141.6867102115631USD
- 2026-12-15: 141.01219444084168USD
- 2026-12-16: 141.01219444084168USD
- 2026-12-17: 141.01219444084168USD
- 2026-12-18: 127.70090002861022USD
- 2026-12-19: NO DATA
- 2026-12-20: 138.22255615253448USD
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- 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/debit cards
- This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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