Tickled Trout Church St Bilton in Ainsty, York, YO26 7NN, United Kingdom
#18 of 105 hotels in York
Guests' ChoiceBased on 508 hotel reviews
9.2Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.4
Location
9.2
Facilities
9.2
Staff
9.7
Value for money
8.8
Free Wifi
10.0
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End of dialog contentReviewed: April 1, 2025
Kathryn
United KingdomHalf a point off for the roll top bath , where the shower attachment fell apart , due to a loose bolt .
Room lovely, food excellent. Service friendly and efficient .
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: March 24, 2025
Caroline
United KingdomSee above. Otherwise great!
Breakfast was great - full and continental - just could have done with starting at 7.30/7.45am. Was a bit squeaky for a local 8.30am appointment on a weekday...
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: March 17, 2025
Greg
United KingdomRoom was a little chilly at times
The staff are all fantastic, the food from Chef Terry was superb, Greg looked after us, and Katy keeping things running smoothly. They were all lovely and so friendly.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: March 9, 2025
Sarah
United KingdomThe most wonderful stay this weekend. The staff could not do enough for us. We were welcomed from the moment we walked through the door. Beautiful cosy rooms with the comfiest beds I’ve ever stayed in. Little touches like port in the room, extra blankets and all the amenities for tea and coffee and anything else you could wish for. We will be back.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: March 9, 2025
Joseph
United KingdomNothing
Friendly staff, excellent food , and just a lovely establishment.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: March 4, 2025
Suzie
United KingdomNothing to dislike!!
Everyone at the Tickled Trout were so warm and friendly, the food was amazing and Katie and her front of house team do a wonderful job of making a very busy restaurant seem seamless, the food in the restaurant was fantastic. Nellie the dog and her dad were very welcoming at breakfast, which was fabulous on both days. Overall we can't wait to return :-)
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: March 3, 2025
Louise
United KingdomComfy room with wonderful bath but wi-fi didn't work. Evening meal excellent. Wonderful breakfast - leisurely approach which wouldn't have been a problem but we needed to be on our way. It's expensive but it's nice for a treat.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: February 23, 2025
Helen
United Kingdomthere was no chair in our room
A lovely stay, nice room, if a little small, big bathroom. Most importantly excellent lunch and breakfast
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: February 13, 2025
David
United KingdomAt this price point, frankly nothing not to enjoy. We have paid more for less in the past.
Very warm welcome, nothing too much trouble. Very comfortable room, excellent bathroom, we took the one with the roll top bath. Breakfast pan fried and delicious.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: February 10, 2025
Crossland
United KingdomHaving to enter via fire escape after a party night
Cosy and welcoming
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: February 3, 2025
Neil
United KingdomNothing
I shouldn't really be writing this as I want to keep this hidden gem to myself. There wasn't anything that we could fault, the rooms are beautifully decorated and very comfortable with all the amenities that you would expect. The food was absolutely sublime and the staff went above and beyond to assist with anything, we have to give a big shout out to Katy who ran front of house with such ease and professionalism and I will return your pen.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: February 2, 2025
Pamela
United KingdomHaving to leave.
Everything! The village was quaint, the pub was warm and welcoming. Full of character. Katy & Ian (hope I spelled their names properly) were fabulous. The rest of the staff were superb. Enjoyed our room, The Nidd. Well decorated and full of light. Our bed was super comfy and the shower, oh my!
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: January 25, 2025
Mcanally
United KingdomNot a huge issue but bigger towels for the bathroom
Lovely friendly staff Nice food Lovely clean comfy room
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: January 22, 2025
Michelle
United KingdomNothing!
Amazing room, great food and such friendly and helpful people. Super comfortable beds too.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: January 16, 2025
Janet
United KingdomNothing really
Reasonable choice. Not exceptional
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: January 16, 2025
Jane
United KingdomNothing
We stayed overnight in "Nidd" which was a lovely room, huge and very comfortable bed and good facilities. Even complimentary port! Contrary to some reports there is very good WiFi. Staff were friendly but also very good at their jobs. Food was delicious with very good sized portions. Roaring fires were very welcome and lots of quirky decor.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: December 28, 2024
Sue
United KingdomGreat food, helpful staff and lovely comfortable rooms
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: December 27, 2024
Russell
United KingdomOur bedroom had a large green light in it for the fire exit . It was completely over the top for it's purpose and lit up the whole room once the lights were off. I'm not sure this is is in every room. Our one was with a balcony and was very nice but this green light made it very hard to sleep . A shame as otherwise a brilliant place .
Excellent food, warm welcome and great staff .
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: December 22, 2024
Soosybee
United KingdomWhat's not to like!
Everything, 2nd time here and won't be the last! The staff are lovely especially the Norwegian guy that does the breakfast with his little dog, faultless! We will be back soon. Food 5* accommodation 5*.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: December 10, 2024
Charlie
United KingdomWe had a fab night, such friendly staff, the rooms are quirky but spotlessly clean with a giant bath and lovely toiletries , the bed was very comfy, loved our stay
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: December 9, 2024
June
United KingdomNothing
Rooms were beautifully decorated. Dinner was delicious. Breakfast was particularly good and we were really looked after. Great customer service.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: November 30, 2024
Claire
United KingdomI absolutely loved this place the decor was so lovely and the food was gorgeous would definitely go back again if in the area
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: November 23, 2024
Sarah
United KingdomThe price of a room. We didn't feel it was the best value at £170 a night.
The food was great, both breakfast and evening meals. The staff were friendly and welcoming. Real fires in the bar made it feel cosy and warm downstairs . The bath was enormous and a treat to soak in.
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: November 18, 2024
David
United KingdomBreakfast was excellent, all food was amazing 20 minutes from York centre and only five from the racetrack
Stayed in November 2024
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