We received a warm welcome from the staff at this very popular Inn in the village of Hardraw. Our room was compact, clean and cosy, with an ensuite shower, basin and toilet, very nicely decorated and furnished and with a view over the adjacent churchyard.
Due to the popularity of the Inn together with the fact that it shares a carpark with the adjacent Hardraw Force Waterfall & Tearoom, parking can be tight, but we were lucky and managed to find a space throughout our two night stay.
Breakfast is served in the various bar areas of the Inn and due to it being early in the season, so still a bit chilly weather -wise, there were roaring log fires in each of the dining areas which were very welcoming!!
The breakfast menu is varied and staff were happy to take orders for different variations to suit guest's appetites. The food was fresh and well prepared, with ample portions to set you up for the day exploring the Dales.
If you choose to take your evening meal at the Inn - ( and the food is well recommended) - be sure to book a table in advance, as the Inn is obviously very popular with locals as well as tourists and the restaurant areas were full to capacity on the night we enjoyed a meal there and the great atmosphere generated by the diners and the roaring log fires mean this is not a venue for a quiet romantic dinner!!
All in all this is a lovely old Inn providing good homely hospitality and accommodation, ideal for a base to explore the surrounding Dales.. recommended.
