When you stay at Lister Arms, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Yorkshire Dales National Park. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff and location.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
23 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets allowed*
Service animals welcome
Restrictions apply*
Food and water bowls available
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free English breakfast 8:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekdays and 8:30 AM–11:00 AM on weekends
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Services
24-hour front desk
Free newspapers in reception
Facilities
Garden
Fireplace in reception
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Rainfall shower heads
Shower only
Free toiletries
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
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Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20 per pet, per stay
Policies
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Also known as
Lister Arms Inn Skipton
Lister Arms Inn
Lister Arms Skipton
Lister Arms
Lister Arms Inn
Lister Arms Skipton
Lister Arms Inn Skipton
Frequently asked questions
Does Lister Arms offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Lister Arms does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Lister Arms?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 20 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Lister Arms?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Lister Arms?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.
What is there to do at Lister Arms and nearby?
Lister Arms has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Lister Arms?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.
What's the area around Lister Arms like?
Lister Arms is located a short 17-minute walk from Malham Cove. Travellers give top marks for the inn's prime location.
Lister Arms Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.8/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
9.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
11 November 2024
Excellent food and service
Staff friendly and helpful
Karen
Karen, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
15 October 2024
Great place, but poor dinner
Room 11 was superb. The evening meal was a big let down. The duck was very over done and the steak and kidney pie contained very little steak! I was looking forward to the cheese selection, but there was so little cheese, it didn't surprise me that you served small biscuits! There were two tiny slivers of cheese on the plate. I really felt cheated by the cost given such a small amount! The breakfast was very good..a welcome meal after such a skimpy dinner.
RICHARD
RICHARD, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
10 October 2024
Pat
Pat, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
8 October 2024
Our fourth visit
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
19 September 2024
Great menu, comfortable room and friendly staff. Lister Arms is a charming country inn amidst one of the most charming places in England. We loved our stay.
Peter
Peter, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
17 September 2024
Just great!
Great hotel, staff friendly and very helpful.
Clean well appointed, spacious room.
Varied menu, excellent food.
Absolutely nothing to complain about.
Although, as expected, it was busy the staff made time to ensure you had the best time.
Martin
Martin, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
12 September 2024
Great stay -The location and food were great. The barn accomodation was fantastic
Keith
Keith, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
31 August 2024
John
John, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
26 August 2024
Friendly helpful staff, lovely room excellent menu in the dining room, food was superb,cosy bar with a lovely fire good choice of ales.A great area to visit.
Roderick
Roderick, 2-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional
11 August 2024
Sarah
Sarah, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
1 August 2024
I stayed for two nights with my two grandsons (8&15). We had a very comfortable stay. Thoroughly enjoyed the walks to Janet’s Fosse, Gordale Scar and Malham Cove.
Nick
Nick, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
24 July 2024
Fantastic stay!
We had a great stay at the Lister Arms. We stayed in a cozy room, which was cozy, but absolutely fine. The breakfast was good, and food in the restaurant great. The service provided throughout was exceptional. Would definitely recommend.
Ian
Ian, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
8 July 2024
Kavita
Kavita, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
26 June 2024
great location, disappointing accommodation
sorted our luggage on arrival around 10.30 allowing us to walk all day. check in on return quick & efficient but room disappointing small & cramped. shower door fell off on second morning and to get the correct shower temperature it was necessary to run the washbasin hot tap whilst showering. nowhere to store cases and little room for toiletries in bathroom. great location and food but disappointing accommodation
Mr d
Mr d, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
11 June 2024
We enjoyed many facets of our stay at the Lister Arms in early May. The sights and walks are stupendous--there are steep walks and near flat walks along the river and some through stone walled grass fields with lots of sheep. The food at the Lister was excellent and we had meals in the morning, midday and evening. Great selection of real ales. Very attentive and engaging staff.
Fabulous place. Lovely staff and lots of them. The dining room was lovely and the pub had a cosy feel. Our room was large and decorated in keeping with the pub with quality furnishings and was very clean
Rebecca
Rebecca, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
7 May 2024
A lovely time.
I had a lovely stay at the Listers Arms. The location was ideal for walking to the cove and further on the Pennine Way. The food was excellent both at breakfast and in the evening. The room was maybe a little tired and there were some minor cleanliness issues around the shower tray. These would not prevent me from a return visit. The quality, efficiency and friendliness of the staff could not be faulted and the whole team at the inn should be congratulated.
Carolyn
Carolyn, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
25 April 2024
It would be hard to get such a more beautiful location
Antony
Antony, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
25 March 2024
Mattress in the room I had was worn, and for me, uncomfortable. To travel to Malham you need a car. I wanted to travel a couple miles away and the manager said I would have to call a taxi from Skipton. Fortunately, a staff member reminded her (the manager) about the mid morning bus I could catch. Without that input I would have had to spend closer to 30 pounds on the taxi versus the 2 pounds on the bus. Seems like information the property manager should have provided to me. If that staff member had not been within earshot I would have had to pay far more.
The inclusive breakfast buffet was nice but found the evening pub meal average, though pub setting is cosy.
Katherine
Katherine, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
22 March 2024
Dog friendly hotel
Amazing hotel. Very dog friendly. Fantastic food
Colin
Colin, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
20 March 2024
Good old Yorkshire hospitality
Great room, food and drink and the staff were all friendly and attentive. I’ll definitely stay there again.
John
John, 1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional
28 February 2024
We’ll be back!
Recommended by a friend as it’s a dog friendly pub to stay in. It was so welcoming, lovely atmosphere and food and perfect location for walking around Malham and the Dales.