North Yorkshire Moors Railway - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Pickering Castle - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Flamingo Land Theme Park and Zoo - 8 min drive - 7.2 km
Dalby Forest Visitor Centre - 14 min drive - 9.7 km
Getting around
Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 66 min drive
Malton Station - 12 min drive
Pickering Levisham Station - 16 min drive
Whitby Goathland Station - 20 min drive
Restaurants
The Sun Inn - 7 min walk
Costa Express - 1 min walk
The Black Bull Inn - 3 min drive
Cedarbarn Farm Shop & Cafe - 3 min drive
Potter Hill Fish Shop - 5 min walk
About this property
The White Swan Inn
The White Swan Inn puts you a short five-minute drive from North York Moors National Park. Guests looking for a bite to eat can visit the restaurant, and the bar/lounge is the perfect spot to grab a drink at the end of the day.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
21 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Children
Children (5 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free full breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–10:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Barbecue grills
Room service (limited hours)
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
What to do
Bike rentals nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Working away
Business centre
Meeting rooms
Services
Tour/ticket assistance
On-site car hire
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Facilities
2 buildings/towers
Terrace
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch Smart TV
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Electric kettle
Dressing gowns
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Free newspapers
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Free bottled water
Free tea bags/instant coffee
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Fees & policies
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for GBP 20 per night
Policies
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards.
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
White Swan Inn Pickering
White Swan Inn
White Swan Pickering
White Swan
The White Swan Inn Hotel
The White Swan Inn Pickering
The White Swan Inn Hotel Pickering
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at The White Swan Inn?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The White Swan Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The White Swan Inn?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What is there to do at The White Swan Inn and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities such as cycling and hiking.
Are there restaurants at or near The White Swan Inn?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant, The Bothy Resident Lounge.
What's the area around The White Swan Inn like?
The White Swan Inn is a short 2-minute walk from North Yorkshire Moors Railway and 7 minutes' walk from Pickering Castle.
The White Swan Inn Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Staff & service
9.2/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
18 November 2024
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
20 October 2024
Nostalgic trip around Malton.
We had 5 nights in late October to revisit North Yorkshire.
The White Swan was an excellent location to do this.
Richard
Richard, 5-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
9 October 2024
Ross
Ross, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
26 September 2024
Barry
Barry, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
19 August 2024
We have stayed here previously but it was some time ago… pleased we decided to go back …
Mary
Mary, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
18 August 2024
Lvely, friendly hotel.
A lovely place to stay in the middle of Pickering, and very handy for the North Yorkshire Moors Railway. Excellent food and friendly service.
If you are less able then we would suggest checking with the hotel beforehand as there are stairs in the main building, and our bath was not easy to get into or out of.
Otherwise excellent and will stay again.
Peter
Peter, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
17 August 2024
Instead of a bedroom we got a split level suite with rather awkward stairs.
Margaret
Margaret, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
31 July 2024
The place looks rather unappealing from the kerbside but oh my what a pleasant surprise inside. We were lucky enough to get upgraded to a ‘hideaway’ room around the back and it was beautiful. Gorgeous furnishings and the bedding was luxurious. The food in the restaurant was delicious and I couldn’t fault anything about our stay. Thanks to the team at the White Swan.
Christine
Christine, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
26 July 2024
We had 2 nights at the white swan and found the staff very friendly and accommodating. Our room was very comfortable and the food was excellent.
John
John, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
28 June 2024
The Pick of Pickering
Very friendly and helpful staff, very much an old coaching Inn, with modernised facilities,
Great Atmosphere, right in the centre of Pickering. A short walk to the North Yorkshire Steam Railway.
Very Good quality hearty meals, and a comfortable ensuite room.
Peter
Peter, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
24 June 2024
First impressions were not great - room we were allocated - paying £160 for the night - was small and had a stale foisty smell. Carpets were badly stained and bathroom very dated.
The bed creaked VERY loudly to a point where it woke us during the night.
Had a very poor nights sleep and then woken by who I assume was the maintenance man sweeping and chatting directly below our open window at 7.30am the next morning….surely this could have been done once most of your guests were up?!
This was swiftly followed by bottles being collected and then by cleaning staff stomping around and vacuuming the room above at around 8am…
Arrived at breakfast tired and hungry. Ordered smashed avocado on toast. It had to be the worst breakfast I’ve ever been served. Partly cooked egg on one slice of toast. The avocado mostly consisted of spring onions(?!) which on top of the partly cooked egg was enough to turn my empty stomach. I ate some yoghurt and granola from the small buffet offering. Nobody came across to check if we were ok, if we needed more tea and coffee or offer us any more (burnt) toast
All in all a very disappointing stay and sadly won’t be returning…
Lisa
Lisa, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
12 June 2024
We were on the top floor so with no lift the stairs were not easy when you're 86y old
Edwin
Edwin, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
9 June 2024
Wendy
Wendy, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
2 June 2024
Welcoming, friendly staff. Excellent food. Comfortable bed. A pleasant town centre location convenient for the North York Moors Steam Railway.
Richard
Richard, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
26 May 2024
Milli was so helpful when my wife was concerned about getting onto the 4 poster bed and Milli immediately offered us three rooms as a swap. Nothing was a problem. Everything from start to finish was perfect and we will stay again. Also the breakfast was amazing
chris
chris, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 May 2024
We only stayed for 2nights on our way back from Scotland but wished we could have stayed longer. All the staff were very attentive and friendly especially Millie, she was great and managed so well under pressure when a member of staff called in sick at short notice.
Our room was spotless as was the bathroom and the bed very big and very comfortable.
We ate in the restaurant both nights and were delighted with the choice and standard of the food.
We would not hesitate to recommend The White Swan and hope that we can visit again.
Dave
Dave, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
17 May 2024
The staff were brilliant - all friendly and helpful. Top marks!
Jean
Jean, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
13 May 2024
Great place, wonderful food and beautiful surroundings. Thanks for a lovely stay
Karen
Karen, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
1 May 2024
The dining room tables would be better if they had a table cloths. It was a little sticky and the knives could be sharper.
Deborah
Deborah, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 April 2024
Pickering is a fabulous place and the white swan inn is a gem
Bar restaurant food staff rooms are all top drawer
Antony
Antony, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
21 April 2024
Great location. Staff very responsive. Rooms very comfortable and clean.
Yvonne
Yvonne, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
21 April 2024
Had a fantastic stay here central to everything hosts lovely warm welcome breakfast to die for will be definitely staying again
Gavin
Gavin, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
17 April 2024
Frances
Frances, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
9 April 2024
Charming traditional inn. Comfortable. Friendly. Great breakfast. Good real ale. Spacious room. Good restaurant.
Rory
Rory, 5-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
4 April 2024
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this hotel. Highly recommended