The Black Hat
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From
$119
/ night
About this property
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.
Amenities
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.
Business amenities
The front desk is staffed during limited hours.
Dining
At The Black Hat, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 7 guestrooms featuring espresso makers and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include desks and electric kettles, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Location
Located in Ilkley, The Black Hat is within a 10-minute drive of Bolton Priory and Yorkshire Dales National Park. This inn is 9.4 mi (15.1 km) from Skipton Castle and 10.2 mi (16.5 km) from Lister Park.
What's nearby
The DalesWay(0.2 miles)
Ilkley Playhouse(0.2 miles)
Ilkley Pool and Lido(0.6 miles)
Ilkley Golf Club(0.9 miles)
Ilkley Moor(2.1 miles)
Nidderdale(2.2 miles)
Otley Market(6.2 miles)
Kirkgate Arcade(6.3 miles)
Bolton Priory(6.3 miles)
Otley Courthouse(6.3 miles)
Hesketh Farm Park(6.8 miles)
Chevin Forest Park(7.6 miles)
Yorkshire Dales National Park(7.7 miles)
Baildon Moor(7.8 miles)
The Chevin(7.9 miles)
The nearest major airport is Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford)(11.2 miles)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Breakfast in the Room
Family Room
Housekeeping
Designated Smoking Area
Location
11 Church Street, Ilkley, England, United Kingdom
The DalesWay (0.2 miles)
Ilkley Playhouse (0.2 miles)
Ilkley Pool and Lido (0.6 miles)
Ilkley Golf Club (0.9 miles)
Ilkley Moor (2.1 miles)
Nidderdale (2.2 miles)
Guest reviews
9.2
Superb
Based on 619 verified reviews
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
The Black Hat is a friendly pub-with-rooms in central Ilkley, praised for spotless, comfortable, often spacious bedrooms and welcoming staff, with many guests enjoying tasty breakfasts and the lively bar atmosphere with a beer garden.
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The Black Hat is a friendly pub-with-rooms in central Ilkley, praised for spotless, comfortable, often spacious bedrooms and welcoming staff, with many guests enjoying tasty breakfasts and the lively bar atmosphere with a beer garden.
Many find it convenient for town visits and access to nearby moorland walks. Recurring drawbacks include occasional street or bar noise, parking in a paid public lot rather than on-site, and some reports of inconsistent breakfast service or limited non-dairy options. Expect a warm, good-value stay in the heart of town.
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Facilities
Lively pub and beer garden that shows sports; pet friendly. Parking is via the nearby public pay and display rather than on site.
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JNG
May 24, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Nice, clean room and bathroom. Great breakfast, best rasher of bacon I've had in years. One problem: it was very noisy until late, boxing match being broadcast in the bar below and then people in the street at chucking out time. In all, good VFM
Nice, clean room and bathroom. Great breakfast, best rasher of bacon I've had in years. One problem: it was very noisy until late, boxing match being broadcast in the bar below and then people in the street at chucking out time. In all, good VFM
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Jennifer
May 8, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Can access back of Black Hat thru beer garden if parking in main Ilkley car park. Be aware that this car park now has evening charges - make sure you don’t get caught out 👀.
Can access back of Black Hat thru beer garden if parking in main Ilkley car park. Be aware that this car park now has evening charges - make sure you don’t get caught out 👀.
10
Chan-Ree
Jun 24, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Old classic British Inn, comfortable bed and traditional interior decor. Big bed big room and good pub breakfast. A little bit tight for a couple but that seems to be for inns. Big public parking behind the building 1 pound total from 6pm-8am and 1 pound per hour thereafter.
Old classic British Inn, comfortable bed and traditional interior decor. Big bed big room and good pub breakfast. A little bit tight for a couple but that seems to be for inns. Big public parking behind the building 1 pound total from 6pm-8am and 1 pound per hour thereafter.
10
Graham
Aug 16, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Booked 2 nights at The Black Hat for a short break in Ilkley. Great choice! Good things. Staff were excellent especially Jack Rooms very clean & well equipped & presented Beds very comfortable Breakfast very good Great beer garden Very well located for town centre & walking. Bad things. None! would we book again? Definitely!
Booked 2 nights at The Black Hat for a short break in Ilkley. Great choice! Good things. Staff were excellent especially Jack Rooms very clean & well equipped & presented Beds very comfortable Breakfast very good Great beer garden Very well located for town centre & walking. Bad things. None! would we book again? Definitely!
10
Richard
Jul 7, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The hotel is in a great location in the center of Ilkley, staff were super friendly and helpful. The room was immaculate and had everything you need (including a coffee machine). Cooked Breakfast was excellent. Parking was limited but its right next to a large pay and display
The hotel is in a great location in the center of Ilkley, staff were super friendly and helpful. The room was immaculate and had everything you need (including a coffee machine). Cooked Breakfast was excellent. Parking was limited but its right next to a large pay and display
10
Erwin
May 25, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Excellent stay. We were made to feel welcome from the moment we arrived till we left. A very pet friendly hotel, the staff went out of their way to please the dogs as much as us. Food was excellent we loved the breakfast. Ample parking in the public car park. We would recommend and hopefully we will return.
Excellent stay. We were made to feel welcome from the moment we arrived till we left. A very pet friendly hotel, the staff went out of their way to please the dogs as much as us. Food was excellent we loved the breakfast. Ample parking in the public car park. We would recommend and hopefully we will return.
10
Samuel
Jul 14, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Our stay at the Black Hat was incredible! The staff were all so friendly, it felt like a home away from home! The room was clean, spacious and very comfortable. The pub downstairs is a lovely place for drinks and some food, showing the major sporting events. The Ashes were on and a bit hit! Couldn’t recommend more!
Our stay at the Black Hat was incredible! The staff were all so friendly, it felt like a home away from home! The room was clean, spacious and very comfortable. The pub downstairs is a lovely place for drinks and some food, showing the major sporting events. The Ashes were on and a bit hit! Couldn’t recommend more!
10
Jason
Sep 1, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
The Black Hat is a long-term favourite when I stay in Ilkley. For business users, it's great with breakfast served from 7:30am, including fully cooked options and lighter items like cereals. The rooms are immaculate. The two ladies that keep the place tidy should win an award for the cleanest toilets (and overall bathrooms and bedrooms) in Ilkley! It makes the stay so much nicer when it is totally spotless. You can really see the attention to detail in the cleaning and tidying. The pub itself has a good atmosphere, a mixed crowd with plenty of younger folks too, plus a great beer garden and sheltered / heated huts outside.
The Black Hat is a long-term favourite when I stay in Ilkley. For business users, it's great with breakfast served from 7:30am, including fully cooked options and lighter items like cereals. The rooms are immaculate. The two ladies that keep the place tidy should win an award for the cleanest toilets (and overall bathrooms and bedrooms) in Ilkley! It makes the stay so much nicer when it is totally spotless. You can really see the attention to detail in the cleaning and tidying. The pub itself has a good atmosphere, a mixed crowd with plenty of younger folks too, plus a great beer garden and sheltered / heated huts outside.
10
Chris
Apr 21, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Friendly welcome. Great Breakfast. Stayed on a Saturday night, no noise problems! Dogs very, very welcome.
Friendly welcome. Great Breakfast. Stayed on a Saturday night, no noise problems! Dogs very, very welcome.
10
Chris
Dec 7, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Check-in was easy, the staff very friendly, had evening meal before we went to the theatre then a couple of drinks back at the black hat, lively pub but very friendly
Check-in was easy, the staff very friendly, had evening meal before we went to the theatre then a couple of drinks back at the black hat, lively pub but very friendly
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Cleanliness
Rooms and bathrooms are frequently described as immaculate or spotless, with attentive housekeeping. One review mentioned a dusty fan.
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Bernadette
Aug 14, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Really enjoyed our stay, service very friendly especially Jorden as he went the extra mile to help , rooms immaculate very spacious Highly recommend Thanks
Really enjoyed our stay, service very friendly especially Jorden as he went the extra mile to help , rooms immaculate very spacious Highly recommend Thanks
10
Adam
Dec 17, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Very clean, large rooms and friendly staff, breakfast fantastic also
Very clean, large rooms and friendly staff, breakfast fantastic also
10
Richard
Jul 7, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The hotel is in a great location in the center of Ilkley, staff were super friendly and helpful. The room was immaculate and had everything you need (including a coffee machine). Cooked Breakfast was excellent. Parking was limited but its right next to a large pay and display
The hotel is in a great location in the center of Ilkley, staff were super friendly and helpful. The room was immaculate and had everything you need (including a coffee machine). Cooked Breakfast was excellent. Parking was limited but its right next to a large pay and display
10
Anthony
Nov 9, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room was immaculately clean and the staff were excellent (so welcoming) especially Tony, who also cooked us a fantastic breakfast - we will be back!
The room was immaculately clean and the staff were excellent (so welcoming) especially Tony, who also cooked us a fantastic breakfast - we will be back!
10
matthew
Dec 6, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Great pub and lovely, clean and comfortable rooms. Definitely worth a stay if you’re in Ilkley..
Great pub and lovely, clean and comfortable rooms. Definitely worth a stay if you’re in Ilkley..
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Jason
Sep 1, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
The Black Hat is a long-term favourite when I stay in Ilkley. For business users, it's great with breakfast served from 7:30am, including fully cooked options and lighter items like cereals. The rooms are immaculate. The two ladies that keep the place tidy should win an award for the cleanest toilets (and overall bathrooms and bedrooms) in Ilkley! It makes the stay so much nicer when it is totally spotless. You can really see the attention to detail in the cleaning and tidying. The pub itself has a good atmosphere, a mixed crowd with plenty of younger folks too, plus a great beer garden and sheltered / heated huts outside.
The Black Hat is a long-term favourite when I stay in Ilkley. For business users, it's great with breakfast served from 7:30am, including fully cooked options and lighter items like cereals. The rooms are immaculate. The two ladies that keep the place tidy should win an award for the cleanest toilets (and overall bathrooms and bedrooms) in Ilkley! It makes the stay so much nicer when it is totally spotless. You can really see the attention to detail in the cleaning and tidying. The pub itself has a good atmosphere, a mixed crowd with plenty of younger folks too, plus a great beer garden and sheltered / heated huts outside.
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Janine
Aug 17, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Fan in bedroom was filthy. And the room was very hot. Breakfast was poor
Fan in bedroom was filthy. And the room was very hot. Breakfast was poor
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Heather Jane
Jan 11, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent value for money. Comfortable room with all the amenities. Excellent bathroom with bath. Great choice for breakfast. Friendly welcome. Room was clean. Bed was comfy.
Excellent value for money. Comfortable room with all the amenities. Excellent bathroom with bath. Great choice for breakfast. Friendly welcome. Room was clean. Bed was comfy.
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Simon
Dec 10, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
A room above a pub.. bit not just any room. A cosy comfortable and really clean room with a great bed and really good shower!!
A room above a pub.. bit not just any room. A cosy comfortable and really clean room with a great bed and really good shower!!
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Claire
Aug 19, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The room was spotless and tastefully decorated, the bed was super comfy! The food was good and reasonably priced and the breakfast was amazing! All the staff were super friendly, would definitely stay there again!
The room was spotless and tastefully decorated, the bed was super comfy! The food was good and reasonably priced and the breakfast was amazing! All the staff were super friendly, would definitely stay there again!
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Rooms
Rooms are spacious and comfortable with good beds; some include extras like coffee machines. Several guests reported street or bar noise in certain rooms or on busy nights, while many found their rooms quiet.
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JNG
May 24, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Nice, clean room and bathroom. Great breakfast, best rasher of bacon I've had in years. One problem: it was very noisy until late, boxing match being broadcast in the bar below and then people in the street at chucking out time. In all, good VFM
Nice, clean room and bathroom. Great breakfast, best rasher of bacon I've had in years. One problem: it was very noisy until late, boxing match being broadcast in the bar below and then people in the street at chucking out time. In all, good VFM
10
Martin
Aug 2, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very nice pub - lovely room - breakfast spot on and so nothing fancy but a nice place to stay
Very nice pub - lovely room - breakfast spot on and so nothing fancy but a nice place to stay
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Bhavna
Aug 20, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Gorgeous family room!!
Gorgeous family room!!
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Heather
Sep 10, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great value and very comfortable room.
Great value and very comfortable room.
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Richard
Jul 7, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The hotel is in a great location in the center of Ilkley, staff were super friendly and helpful. The room was immaculate and had everything you need (including a coffee machine). Cooked Breakfast was excellent. Parking was limited but its right next to a large pay and display
The hotel is in a great location in the center of Ilkley, staff were super friendly and helpful. The room was immaculate and had everything you need (including a coffee machine). Cooked Breakfast was excellent. Parking was limited but its right next to a large pay and display
10
Nicola
Dec 29, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
We stayed here as a couple but also as part of a larger family group, including my niece and nephew (12 and 8 respectively). Our room was the Illingworth room. It was huge, facing out across the road to the lovely old church. Road noise was minimal and the bed extremely comfy with good pillows which were not too soft, perfect for us. We slept well. En suite was well laid out and tastefully decorated. A few hangers were on a rail for our clothes and a hairdryer, iron and ironing board were also in the room. Tea (Yorkshire) and coffee facilities included a coffee pod machine, a kettle, tea bags, decaf coffee sachets and the usual milk pots and sugar/sweetener. My only suggestion would be to have a couple of normal coffee sachets in addition to the 2 pods. I had a cup of tea but would have had coffee if there had been sachets. Breakfast was included and a good selection of cooked items, cereal, toast, yoghurts and fruit were available. I ended up having sausage, egg, and beans as well as a slice of toast with jam. There was tea and proper coffee to drink as well as apple and orange juice. We all agreed that everything was delicious, including the kids, with the 8 year old demolishing the kids full english. We honestly couldn't have wished for a more friendly and accommodating host. We would definitely stay here again and recommend it to anyone looking for somewhere to stay in Ilkley.
We stayed here as a couple but also as part of a larger family group, including my niece and nephew (12 and 8 respectively). Our room was the Illingworth room. It was huge, facing out across the road to the lovely old church. Road noise was minimal and the bed extremely comfy with good pillows which were not too soft, perfect for us. We slept well. En suite was well laid out and tastefully decorated. A few hangers were on a rail for our clothes and a hairdryer, iron and ironing board were also in the room. Tea (Yorkshire) and coffee facilities included a coffee pod machine, a kettle, tea bags, decaf coffee sachets and the usual milk pots and sugar/sweetener. My only suggestion would be to have a couple of normal coffee sachets in addition to the 2 pods. I had a cup of tea but would have had coffee if there had been sachets. Breakfast was included and a good selection of cooked items, cereal, toast, yoghurts and fruit were available. I ended up having sausage, egg, and beans as well as a slice of toast with jam. There was tea and proper coffee to drink as well as apple and orange juice. We all agreed that everything was delicious, including the kids, with the 8 year old demolishing the kids full english. We honestly couldn't have wished for a more friendly and accommodating host. We would definitely stay here again and recommend it to anyone looking for somewhere to stay in Ilkley.
10
Shirley
Oct 29, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Room was a good size and clean. We had no trouble sleeping. Good choice at breakfast. Landlord and staff lovely and friendly.
Room was a good size and clean. We had no trouble sleeping. Good choice at breakfast. Landlord and staff lovely and friendly.
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Naomi
Sep 22, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great but as our room was at the front the traffic woke us up from 5 am
Great but as our room was at the front the traffic woke us up from 5 am
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Sonia
Jul 25, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Surprisingly spacious quiet room and bathroom. In centre of Ilkley so next to all shops and restaurants. Nathan,who was check in staff, was polite cheerful and very helpful. Enjoyed my stay
Surprisingly spacious quiet room and bathroom. In centre of Ilkley so next to all shops and restaurants. Nathan,who was check in staff, was polite cheerful and very helpful. Enjoyed my stay
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Heather Jane
Jan 11, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent value for money. Comfortable room with all the amenities. Excellent bathroom with bath. Great choice for breakfast. Friendly welcome. Room was clean. Bed was comfy.
Excellent value for money. Comfortable room with all the amenities. Excellent bathroom with bath. Great choice for breakfast. Friendly welcome. Room was clean. Bed was comfy.
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Service
Staff are consistently friendly, welcoming, and helpful, with hosts assisting with parking and early check ins. A few guests reported slow or inattentive breakfast service.
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Rachel
Apr 12, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely hotel in a great position. Room was ideal. Very comfy. Nice bath. Welcome was warm. Breakfast was very tasty. Only negative was the service at breakfast. Pretty much ignored by the only staff member around who was cleaning. Had to sort out where we sat and own hot drinks. No one to take hot food order until i went for a wander. Food was lovely. Would have liked some toast to finish but decided it was not worth the hassle. Maybe just an off shift as welcome was warm and everything else was great. Loved the rooms named after cricketers
Lovely hotel in a great position. Room was ideal. Very comfy. Nice bath. Welcome was warm. Breakfast was very tasty. Only negative was the service at breakfast. Pretty much ignored by the only staff member around who was cleaning. Had to sort out where we sat and own hot drinks. No one to take hot food order until i went for a wander. Food was lovely. Would have liked some toast to finish but decided it was not worth the hassle. Maybe just an off shift as welcome was warm and everything else was great. Loved the rooms named after cricketers
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Robert
May 28, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Service at breakfast poor. Food quality only average.
Service at breakfast poor. Food quality only average.
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Andrew
Mar 24, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Could not fault anything room and breakfast was lovely. Very helpful manager assisted us with our early check in and car parking. Would definitely recommend 👍
Could not fault anything room and breakfast was lovely. Very helpful manager assisted us with our early check in and car parking. Would definitely recommend 👍
10
Bernadette
Aug 14, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Really enjoyed our stay, service very friendly especially Jorden as he went the extra mile to help , rooms immaculate very spacious Highly recommend Thanks
Really enjoyed our stay, service very friendly especially Jorden as he went the extra mile to help , rooms immaculate very spacious Highly recommend Thanks
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Richard
Jul 7, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The hotel is in a great location in the center of Ilkley, staff were super friendly and helpful. The room was immaculate and had everything you need (including a coffee machine). Cooked Breakfast was excellent. Parking was limited but its right next to a large pay and display
The hotel is in a great location in the center of Ilkley, staff were super friendly and helpful. The room was immaculate and had everything you need (including a coffee machine). Cooked Breakfast was excellent. Parking was limited but its right next to a large pay and display
10
Anthony
Nov 9, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room was immaculately clean and the staff were excellent (so welcoming) especially Tony, who also cooked us a fantastic breakfast - we will be back!
The room was immaculately clean and the staff were excellent (so welcoming) especially Tony, who also cooked us a fantastic breakfast - we will be back!
10
Peter
Mar 31, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This is a great hotel/pub in an excellent location in the centre of Ilkley. The landlord and his staff were all super friendly and could not do enough for us. We were given an upgrade on our rooms, and were allowed an early checkin despite the place being really busy for Mothers Day. Breakfast was particularly good - especially the scrambled egg and three-pan-omelette - highly recommended if you’re staying here :-)
This is a great hotel/pub in an excellent location in the centre of Ilkley. The landlord and his staff were all super friendly and could not do enough for us. We were given an upgrade on our rooms, and were allowed an early checkin despite the place being really busy for Mothers Day. Breakfast was particularly good - especially the scrambled egg and three-pan-omelette - highly recommended if you’re staying here :-)
10
Sonia
Jul 25, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Surprisingly spacious quiet room and bathroom. In centre of Ilkley so next to all shops and restaurants. Nathan,who was check in staff, was polite cheerful and very helpful. Enjoyed my stay
Surprisingly spacious quiet room and bathroom. In centre of Ilkley so next to all shops and restaurants. Nathan,who was check in staff, was polite cheerful and very helpful. Enjoyed my stay
10
Lianna
Dec 11, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great stay at the Black Hat, minor miss hap with the phone system meant i could not get in touch to find the parking. i believe its option 4 to get through the property. staff were lovely and welcoming, Jonelle (sorry if I have spelt that wrong) the house keeper was amazing and helped with my bags!
Great stay at the Black Hat, minor miss hap with the phone system meant i could not get in touch to find the parking. i believe its option 4 to get through the property. staff were lovely and welcoming, Jonelle (sorry if I have spelt that wrong) the house keeper was amazing and helped with my bags!
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Sarah
Oct 28, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Fabulous staff all very helpful and welcoming. Booked it again already!
Fabulous staff all very helpful and welcoming. Booked it again already!
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Location
Central Ilkley base close to shops and restaurants, and handy for walking on the moors. Suitable for weddings, theatre trips, and exploring the town on foot.
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Paul
Oct 1, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great location. Comfortable place to stay.
Great location. Comfortable place to stay.
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Clive
Mar 26, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
This is an excellent hotel right in the heart of Ilkley with easy access to plenty of places to eat and drink. Right at the foot of the Moors, there’s plenty of amazing walks starting right on the door step. The staff here were all great and very welcoming and attentive from start to finish. The room we had was spacious and very clean with contemporary furnishings and all the amenities you would want. Highly recommended place to stay.
This is an excellent hotel right in the heart of Ilkley with easy access to plenty of places to eat and drink. Right at the foot of the Moors, there’s plenty of amazing walks starting right on the door step. The staff here were all great and very welcoming and attentive from start to finish. The room we had was spacious and very clean with contemporary furnishings and all the amenities you would want. Highly recommended place to stay.
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Richard
Jul 7, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The hotel is in a great location in the center of Ilkley, staff were super friendly and helpful. The room was immaculate and had everything you need (including a coffee machine). Cooked Breakfast was excellent. Parking was limited but its right next to a large pay and display
The hotel is in a great location in the center of Ilkley, staff were super friendly and helpful. The room was immaculate and had everything you need (including a coffee machine). Cooked Breakfast was excellent. Parking was limited but its right next to a large pay and display
10
Robert
Apr 4, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Quiet street, near town
Quiet street, near town
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Lauren
Sep 1, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great find! Lovely room, lovely staff and great location
Great find! Lovely room, lovely staff and great location
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Sharon
Jun 19, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nice pub with lovely clean rooms and everything you need for an overnight stop. Good location with everything in walking distance
Nice pub with lovely clean rooms and everything you need for an overnight stop. Good location with everything in walking distance
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Sonia
Jul 25, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Surprisingly spacious quiet room and bathroom. In centre of Ilkley so next to all shops and restaurants. Nathan,who was check in staff, was polite cheerful and very helpful. Enjoyed my stay
Surprisingly spacious quiet room and bathroom. In centre of Ilkley so next to all shops and restaurants. Nathan,who was check in staff, was polite cheerful and very helpful. Enjoyed my stay
10
Suzanne
May 1, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
We had a wonderful stay at The Black Hat, all staff were so friendly and helpful and the location was perfect right in the heart of town. The room was very clean and comfortable with nice toiletries and teas/coffees and the breakfast was lovely as were the meals in bar. Hope to stay there again.
We had a wonderful stay at The Black Hat, all staff were so friendly and helpful and the location was perfect right in the heart of town. The room was very clean and comfortable with nice toiletries and teas/coffees and the breakfast was lovely as were the meals in bar. Hope to stay there again.
10
Nick
Sep 15, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Stayed one night. Lovely room,great host and location.
Stayed one night. Lovely room,great host and location.
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Norman
Apr 4, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great accommodation in a great town
Great accommodation in a great town
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Dining
Breakfast is widely praised for taste and cooked options, and pub meals are enjoyed by many. Some guests found breakfast quality or service inconsistent and noted limited non dairy alternatives.
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Rachel
Apr 12, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely hotel in a great position. Room was ideal. Very comfy. Nice bath. Welcome was warm. Breakfast was very tasty. Only negative was the service at breakfast. Pretty much ignored by the only staff member around who was cleaning. Had to sort out where we sat and own hot drinks. No one to take hot food order until i went for a wander. Food was lovely. Would have liked some toast to finish but decided it was not worth the hassle. Maybe just an off shift as welcome was warm and everything else was great. Loved the rooms named after cricketers
Lovely hotel in a great position. Room was ideal. Very comfy. Nice bath. Welcome was warm. Breakfast was very tasty. Only negative was the service at breakfast. Pretty much ignored by the only staff member around who was cleaning. Had to sort out where we sat and own hot drinks. No one to take hot food order until i went for a wander. Food was lovely. Would have liked some toast to finish but decided it was not worth the hassle. Maybe just an off shift as welcome was warm and everything else was great. Loved the rooms named after cricketers
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Robert
May 28, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Service at breakfast poor. Food quality only average.
Service at breakfast poor. Food quality only average.
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David
Mar 27, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great stay, we went as two couples in two rooms. Everything was great especially breakfast!
Great stay, we went as two couples in two rooms. Everything was great especially breakfast!
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Anthony
Nov 9, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room was immaculately clean and the staff were excellent (so welcoming) especially Tony, who also cooked us a fantastic breakfast - we will be back!
The room was immaculately clean and the staff were excellent (so welcoming) especially Tony, who also cooked us a fantastic breakfast - we will be back!
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Peter
Mar 31, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This is a great hotel/pub in an excellent location in the centre of Ilkley. The landlord and his staff were all super friendly and could not do enough for us. We were given an upgrade on our rooms, and were allowed an early checkin despite the place being really busy for Mothers Day. Breakfast was particularly good - especially the scrambled egg and three-pan-omelette - highly recommended if you’re staying here :-)
This is a great hotel/pub in an excellent location in the centre of Ilkley. The landlord and his staff were all super friendly and could not do enough for us. We were given an upgrade on our rooms, and were allowed an early checkin despite the place being really busy for Mothers Day. Breakfast was particularly good - especially the scrambled egg and three-pan-omelette - highly recommended if you’re staying here :-)
10
Shirley
Oct 29, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Room was a good size and clean. We had no trouble sleeping. Good choice at breakfast. Landlord and staff lovely and friendly.
Room was a good size and clean. We had no trouble sleeping. Good choice at breakfast. Landlord and staff lovely and friendly.
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Janine
Aug 17, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Fan in bedroom was filthy. And the room was very hot. Breakfast was poor
Fan in bedroom was filthy. And the room was very hot. Breakfast was poor
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Chris
Sep 29, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
A wonderful and warm welcome from the manager Tony, outstanding breakfast and Ilkley is beautiful.
A wonderful and warm welcome from the manager Tony, outstanding breakfast and Ilkley is beautiful.
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Shanda
May 3, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Wonderful hotel in a beautiful town! Staff were very friendly and the room was immaculate! Food in the pub was delicious! The full English breakfast was terrific! Highly recommend this hotel!!
Wonderful hotel in a beautiful town! Staff were very friendly and the room was immaculate! Food in the pub was delicious! The full English breakfast was terrific! Highly recommend this hotel!!
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Claire
Aug 19, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The room was spotless and tastefully decorated, the bed was super comfy! The food was good and reasonably priced and the breakfast was amazing! All the staff were super friendly, would definitely stay there again!
The room was spotless and tastefully decorated, the bed was super comfy! The food was good and reasonably priced and the breakfast was amazing! All the staff were super friendly, would definitely stay there again!
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Duncan
Jul 26, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Under new management, kitchen closed and was only informed when I got there, therefore no cooked breakfast. Shower tray flooded, water all over the bathroom floor which is rotting the bathroom door. No staff around in the morning
Under new management, kitchen closed and was only informed when I got there, therefore no cooked breakfast. Shower tray flooded, water all over the bathroom floor which is rotting the bathroom door. No staff around in the morning
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Joanne
Jul 2, 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Under new management and not fully staffed as yet. Staff were lovely, friendly and friendly helpful. Bar was reasonably stocked but very expensive. A bottle of red wine was £29. Disappointed that the kitchen is permanently closed so no cooked breakfast. A breakfast hamper of cereals, fruit and yogurt instead
Under new management and not fully staffed as yet. Staff were lovely, friendly and friendly helpful. Bar was reasonably stocked but very expensive. A bottle of red wine was £29. Disappointed that the kitchen is permanently closed so no cooked breakfast. A breakfast hamper of cereals, fruit and yogurt instead
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Ursula
Jul 1, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
The black hat was so hot I chose to sleep in my car. Poor ventilation an inadequate fan and a radiator left on! When I arrived I was told I hadn’t paid. I had to prove I had and the bed wasn’t set up with twin beds as requested. The staff tried to help and appoligised but it wasn’t a good experience. The time it took to rearrange the bed meant we had to get ready for special night in a rush.
The black hat was so hot I chose to sleep in my car. Poor ventilation an inadequate fan and a radiator left on! When I arrived I was told I hadn’t paid. I had to prove I had and the bed wasn’t set up with twin beds as requested. The staff tried to help and appoligised but it wasn’t a good experience. The time it took to rearrange the bed meant we had to get ready for special night in a rush.
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Monica
May 15, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
The room was very spacious which we loved. Staff were very friendly, cleaniness could have been beter in the room .but still had nice stay
The room was very spacious which we loved. Staff were very friendly, cleaniness could have been beter in the room .but still had nice stay
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Maurice
May 15, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
The kitchen is permanently closed, lease is for sale.
The kitchen is permanently closed, lease is for sale.
FAQs about The Black Hat
Is parking available at the property?
Nearby parking is available for GBP 6 per day. It is not specified whether reservations are required.
Is breakfast offered at the hotel?
Breakfast is available, and guests can enjoy breakfast in the room. Specific details about the type of breakfast and serving hours are not provided.
Does the property allow pets?
Pets are allowed at the property with a fee of GBP 15 per accommodation, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in time is from 15:00 to 22:00, and check-out time is at 11:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property offers step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas. Specific details about room accessibility features are not provided.
What is the location of the hotel in relation to key landmarks?
The property is located in Ilkley, within a 10-minute drive of Bolton Priory and Yorkshire Dales National Park. It is approximately 9.4 miles from Skipton Castle and 10.2 miles from Lister Park. Public transport availability is not mentioned.
What are the hotel's policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property, but specific details about the minimum age for free stays are not provided.
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Prices in USD for 2 guests, updated daily.
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- 2026-09-06: 135.26592017211914USD
- 2026-09-07: 115.18495867767334USD
- 2026-09-08: 162.22092323303224USD
- 2026-09-09: 183.45730370178222USD
- 2026-09-10: 136.30626421203613USD
- 2026-09-11: 167.81274808044432USD
- 2026-09-12: 231.16504820251464USD
- 2026-09-13: 125.3871796508789USD
- 2026-09-14: 144.1776484588623USD
- 2026-09-15: 102.12293020477294USD
- 2026-09-16: 158.93605531311036USD
- 2026-09-17: 215.32589215698243USD
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- 2026-09-20: 221.40855098571777USD
- 2026-09-21: 225.05814628295897USD
- 2026-09-22: 236.006914453125USD
- 2026-09-23: 231.7619102630615USD
- 2026-09-24: 182.47956992492675USD
- 2026-09-25: 218.8452517272949USD
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- 2026-09-27: 166.55281622009278USD
- 2026-09-28: 110.92512154388427USD
- 2026-09-29: 105.95413602447509USD
- 2026-09-30: 153.37081280212402USD
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- 2026-10-03: 147.20019302215576USD
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- 2026-10-05: 144.38865018463136USD
- 2026-10-06: 133.78376884002685USD
- 2026-10-07: 105.83815729064942USD
- 2026-10-08: 129.57637865600586USD
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- 2026-10-11: 127.08494917449951USD
- 2026-10-12: 166.1766229949951USD
- 2026-10-13: 150.94439485473632USD
- 2026-10-14: 117.59795254516601USD
- 2026-10-15: 103.40464185943604USD
- 2026-10-16: 102.54000706329346USD
- 2026-10-17: 146.06054623413087USD
- 2026-10-18: 116.83810531921387USD
- 2026-10-19: 109.90226868133544USD
- 2026-10-20: 112.4074146484375USD
- 2026-10-21: 120.86906853637696USD
- 2026-10-22: 140.76609798431397USD
- 2026-10-23: 120.41890552978515USD
- 2026-10-24: 205.59365575256348USD
- 2026-10-25: 149.10484400939941USD
- 2026-10-26: 133.55403542785643USD
- 2026-10-27: 125.37076948852538USD
- 2026-10-28: 112.84537636260987USD
- 2026-10-29: 103.12966531066894USD
- 2026-10-30: 171.98683059692382USD
- 2026-10-31: 148.86484095458985USD
- 2026-11-01: 105.6287416442871USD
- 2026-11-02: 123.57799469451903USD
- 2026-11-03: 117.82680874023437USD
- 2026-11-04: 126.37341091461181USD
- 2026-11-05: 136.51349124603271USD
The front desk is open daily from 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. 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 cards, debit cards, and cash
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
- Nearby parking fee: GBP 6 per day
- Pet fee: GBP 10 per accommodation, per day
- Service animals are exempt from fees
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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