The Devonshire Arms Hotel & Spa
A sanctuary of traditional style accentuated by a fabulous art collection in the Yorkshire Dales
Bolton, Abbey Estate, Skipton, Yorkshire Dales National Park, North Yorkshire BD23 6AJ
Around the hotel
- Audible alarm system throughout
- Doors to public areas kept open
- Free of loose rugs
- Handrails easy-to-grip
- Windows that open
Babies and young children
- Microwave
- Rooms with fridges available
- Some rooms with baths
- Staff can access fridges for guests
Bathroom
- Grab rails around toilets in bathrooms
- Rail on inside of bathroom door
- Showers have non-slip surfaces or mats
- Wet room
Bedrooms
- At least one seat with rigid arms in bedrooms
- Bed mattress firm
- Blackout curtains
- Light switches reachable from bed
- Phones reachable from bed
Designated accessible bathroom
- Bathroom bins reachable from wheelchair in accessible rooms
- Bathroom washbasins reachable from wheelchair in accessible rooms
- Bathrooms of accessible rooms have emergency alarms
- Grab rails around toilets in bathrooms of wheelchair accessible rooms
- Level bathroom floor in accessible rooms
- Lever/ sensor taps in accessible bathroom
- Rail on inside of bathroom door in accessible rooms
- Shower controls reachable from wheelchair in wheelchair accessible rooms
- Shower gel/shampoo dispensers reachable from wheelchair in wheelchair accessible rooms
- Wheelchairs can fit under washbasins in accessible rooms
Designated accessible bedroom
- Accessible bedrooms have unobstructed access routes of at least 800mm
- Desks comfortably usable by wheelchair users in wheelchair accessible rooms
- Light switches reachable from bed in accessible rooms
- Minibars reachable from wheelchair in wheelchair accessible rooms
Designated accessible public toilets
- Accessible public toilet has emergency alarm
- Accessible public toilet has emergency alarm reachable from toilet
- Accessible public toilet in reception area
- Accessible public toilets have unobstructed access routes of 800mm
- Bins reachable from wheelchair in accessible public toilets
- In accessible public toilet, toilet paper reachable from toilet
- Mirror above washbasin visible from wheelchair in accessible public toilets
- Soap dispensers reachable from wheelchair in accessible public toilets
- Turning space for wheelchair in accessible public bathroom
Dining
- Access routes of at least 800mm wide in restaurants
- Dairy free, gluten free, nut free, fish and shellfish allergies can all be catered for
- Dairy free, gluten free, nut free, fish and shellfish allergies can all be catered for if informed in advance
- Wheelchair can fit under restaurant tables
Hotel Policy
- Designated spending area for service animals
- Doors can be unlocked from outside in emergencies
- Emergency evacuation procedures for guests with disabilities
- Familiarisation tour
- Fire extinguishers in public areas
- Welcomes service animals
Outside the hotel
- Clearly marked accessible parking
- Drop off area with dropped kerb
- Hotel entrance at least 800mm wide
- Level car park
- On-site car park
- Well lit car parking area
- Well lit entrance
Public toilets
- Alternative to hand dryer available in public toilets
Reception
- At least part of reception desk wheelchair height
Amenities
- Indoor swimming pool
Around the hotel
- Free of loose rugs
Babies and young children
- Baby changing
- Cots
- Hotel is pushchair accessible
- Microwave
- More frequent waste removal for nappies available upon request
- Public toilets equipped with baby changing facilities
- Rooms with fridges available
- Some rooms with baths
- Staff can access fridges for guests
- Staff can access microwaves for guests
Bathroom
- Showers have non-slip surfaces or mats
Bedrooms
- Blackout curtains
- Safe
Dining
- Children allowed in bar
- Children's areas and/or activities provided in restaurants
- Children's menu
- High chairs in hotel restaurant
Experience
- Family-friendly sports facilities nearby
- Games available to borrow
- Lifeguard
- Park and/or children's play area nearby
- Play area
Hotel Policy
- No smoking throughout the hotel building
Public toilets
- Alternative to hand dryer available in public toilets
Transport
- Bikes available to hire or borrow from hotel
Dining
- Vegan menu choices
Energy/ Emissions
- Low energy consumption lighting
Experience
- Space reserved for nature
Hotel Policy
- Complimentary toiletries cruelty free
- Complimentary toiletries vegan
- Food and drink ethically/sustainably sourced wherever possible
- Food and drink locally sourced wherever possible
- Goods and services locally sourced wherever possible
- Publicises and encourages use of local businesses
- Seasonal menu choices
- Some food grown on site
Housekeeping
- Option to forego towels being laundered daily
Religious/cultural
- Vegetarian menu choices
Transport
- Bikes available to hire or borrow from hotel
- EV charge points
Waste
- All glass recycled
- All paper recycled
- All recyclable plastics recycled
- Alternative to PVC room key cards
- Complimentary toiletries in recycled/recyclable plastic packaging
- Recycling bins around hotel
- Recycling bins in room
- Toiletry refills
Amenities
- Gym
- Indoor hot tubs available
- Indoor swimming pool
- PT sessions
Around the hotel
- Windows that open
Babies and young children
- Staff can access fridges for guests
Bedrooms
- Blackout curtains
- Blackout curtains or blinds available in some bedrooms
Dining
- Dairy free, gluten free, nut free, fish and shellfish allergies can all be catered for if informed in advance
- Vegan menu choices
Experience
- Space reserved for nature
- Views of nature from hotel
Hotel Policy
- Food and drink ethically/sustainably sourced wherever possible
- Food and drink locally sourced wherever possible
- Goods and services locally sourced wherever possible
- Hotel has corporate social responsibility policy or similar
- Hotel supports local organisations and/or charities
- No smoking throughout the hotel building
- Publicises and encourages use of local businesses
- Seasonal menu choices
- Some food grown on site
- Training and development opportunities for hotel employees
Religious/cultural
- Vegetarian menu choices
Spa
- On site spa
- Reflexology treatments
- Sauna
- Steam room available
Transport
- Bikes available to hire or borrow from hotel
A 17th-century coaching inn set into a picturesque Italian garden by the River Wharfe, the Devonshire Arms offers seclusion and sanctuary in its 33,000 acres of idyllic Yorkshire countryside. The 40 rooms are each adorned with luxury fabrics, elegant furniture, antiques and an assortment of four-poster beds, gallery framed art and open fireplaces, but the classical style and Dales views of the Superior Rooms make them a favourite.
Even with a reassuringly long list of new health and safety regimens, the Devonshire Arms Hotel and Spa remains as welcoming and stylish as ever. Key areas are decluttered to allow for social distancing, new hand sanitising stations placed thoughtfully throughout, each guest receives a welcome pack, and linens are professionally laundered, further enhancing the overall sense of security within the hotel.
Of the restaurants, the Three AA award-winning Burlington is the star. Fine local ingredients are elevated to art on the plate, and Tom, the Burlington’s sommelier is always on hand to help you make the best choice form the Devonshire’s impressive wine list. The AA Rosette Brasserie offers a more laidback dining option, while afternoon tea is served in the elegant conservatory. Social distancing is achieved through limiting table numbers, but service is so finely tuned that you’ll barely notice the enhanced health and safety protocols.
Online menus (or throw away menus if you prefer) for the restaurants, contactless key collection and payments make the entire experience feel safe, secure and, along with the Devonshire’s courteous service.
Can’t Miss Experiences
Afternoon tea is served in the elegant conservatory