The Curious Fox
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Summary of reviewsThe Curious Fox offers a delightful and charming experience for visitors, primarily celebrated for its strategic location near the heart of Skipton. Guests appreciate its proximity to Skipton Castle and the lively high street, making it ideal for exploring local attractions and conveniences while enjoying free parking. Inside, the hotel exudes character, with lovely old beams and a cozy atmosphere, complemented by superb food and friendly staff.
Breakfast at The Curious Fox is highly praised, with guests often describing it as a sublime beginning to the day that rivals fine dining experiences. The diverse and high-quality offerings, presented beautifully and catering to dietary needs, are enhanced by the attentive and warm staff, making it a worthwhile indulgence. Dinner is no less impressive, with consistently excellent dishes, including standout steaks, served in a memorable ambiance fostered by wonderful staff. Despite limited restaurant hours, the meals are regarded as good value for money.
Rooms at The Curious Fox are charming and characterful, featuring unique decor that imparts a touch of quirkiness. Most guests praise the cleanliness and comfort, highlighting beautifully decorated spaces and comfortable beds, contributing to restful stays. Despite minor limitations, such as some low beams or smaller dimensions, the overall consensus is positive, with well-presented rooms adding significantly to an enjoyable stay.
Cleanliness is a standout feature, with guests consistently commending the exceptionally clean environment and crisp white linens. This complements the experience provided by the warm and friendly staff, who are noted for their remarkable hospitality and genuine care. A team known for being accommodating and flexible in handling guest requests further enhances the overall experience.
The hotel's parking facilities, while mixed in ease of use, are appreciated for the availability of free parking. Although parking spots are limited, the owners’ helpfulness in ensuring guests can leave vehicles on-site, alongside nearby long-stay options, contributes positively to the guest experience. Overall, The Curious Fox succeeds in creating a memorable stay through its comfortable accommodations, delicious dining experiences, and a welcoming atmosphere fostered by an exceptional staff.
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Breakfast at The Curious Fox is highly praised, with guests often describing it as a sublime beginning to the day that rivals fine dining experiences. The diverse and high-quality offerings, presented beautifully and catering to dietary needs, are enhanced by the attentive and warm staff, making it a worthwhile indulgence. Dinner is no less impressive, with consistently excellent dishes, including standout steaks, served in a memorable ambiance fostered by wonderful staff. Despite limited restaurant hours, the meals are regarded as good value for money.
Rooms at The Curious Fox are charming and characterful, featuring unique decor that imparts a touch of quirkiness. Most guests praise the cleanliness and comfort, highlighting beautifully decorated spaces and comfortable beds, contributing to restful stays. Despite minor limitations, such as some low beams or smaller dimensions, the overall consensus is positive, with well-presented rooms adding significantly to an enjoyable stay.
Cleanliness is a standout feature, with guests consistently commending the exceptionally clean environment and crisp white linens. This complements the experience provided by the warm and friendly staff, who are noted for their remarkable hospitality and genuine care. A team known for being accommodating and flexible in handling guest requests further enhances the overall experience.
The hotel's parking facilities, while mixed in ease of use, are appreciated for the availability of free parking. Although parking spots are limited, the owners’ helpfulness in ensuring guests can leave vehicles on-site, alongside nearby long-stay options, contributes positively to the guest experience. Overall, The Curious Fox succeeds in creating a memorable stay through its comfortable accommodations, delicious dining experiences, and a welcoming atmosphere fostered by an exceptional staff.
Bed & Breakfast with Parking
As a bed and breakfast establishment, it provides convenient on-site parking options for its guests.
Small Bed & Breakfast
Located on Chapel Hill, this bed and breakfast offers a cozy and intimate experience. It is well-suited for travelers looking for a quiet retreat.
Boutique-style Bed & Breakfast
Luxury Bed & Breakfast
Historic Bed & Breakfast
Bed & Breakfast near Nightlife Spots
5-Star Bed & Breakfast
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Nestled near the heart of Skipton, The Curious Fox offers guests a charming and historic stay with easy access to local attractions. Its strategic location is frequently praised for being just a short walk from Skipton Castle and the lively high street, making it convenient for exploring shops, restaurants, and bars. Visitors appreciate the property's proximity to the town center, allowing for an effortless stroll into Skipton's bustling areas, while also enjoying the benefit of free parking. The hotel exudes character with its lovely old beams and cozy atmosphere, complemented by superb food and friendly staff. Guests consistently highlight the hotel's perfect positioning for experiencing the local charm and conveniences, making it an ideal base for those seeking to immerse themselves in the vibrant town life.
At 'The Curious Fox,' breakfast is more than just a meal; it's a remarkable start to the day that consistently leaves guests impressed. With descriptions ranging from "sublime" and "superb" to being likened to dining in a five-star restaurant, it's clear that the breakfast offerings are both diverse and of high quality. Guests praise the excellent presentation and variety, highlighting both the deliciousness and the attention to dietary needs. The friendly and attentive staff further enhance the dining experience, contributing to a warm and welcoming atmosphere that entices many to return. While a few mention the breakfast as potentially expensive, the overall consensus suggests that the culinary quality and the thoughtful service make it a worthwhile indulgence, setting a strong precedent for a fabulous stay at this charming pub.
The dinner experience at The Curious Fox receives consistent praise from guests who appreciate the culinary offerings at its restaurant. With delicious dishes served nightly, the cuisine is noted for its top quality and thoughtful presentation. Diners frequently highlight the excellent and flavorful options available, with a menu that successfully caters to various tastes, including standout steaks. The overall dining ambiance is enriched by the wonderful staff who contribute to a memorable evening. Though the restaurant's hours could be extended, guests find the meals to be a good value for money. Whether visiting once or enjoying multiple evenings, guests consistently enjoy the consistently faultless quality and presentation of the meals.
The rooms at The Curious Fox consistently impress with their charm and character, offering a cozy and comfortable atmosphere widely appreciated by guests. The unique decor, featuring beautiful old beams and a touch of quirkiness, ensures each room stands out with its own personality. Most guests highlight the cleanliness and comfort of the rooms, with many describing them as lovely, beautifully decorated, and located in a quiet setting. The beds are frequently mentioned as comfortable, contributing to a restful stay. The rooms vary in size, including some large, en-suite options and a spacious bedroom with a massive bed, while others note medium-sized accommodations that are very clean. In spite of some rooms not being ideally suited for every need, such as those with low beams or smaller dimensions, the overall consensus is that the welcoming and well-presented rooms contribute significantly to an enjoyable stay.
Guests of The Curious Fox frequently praise the hotel's accommodations, particularly highlighting the comfort of the beds. Reviews consistently note the beds as very comfortable, with some describing them as super comfy and extremely comfortable. The spacious rooms add to the overall positive experience, including the large, inviting beds and white fluffy towels that enhance guest satisfaction. Accompanying the restful sleep provided by the beds, the hotel also features comfortable seating in the restaurant, completing a pleasing stay for visitors.
The Curious Fox excels in maintaining a high standard of cleanliness, garnering consistent praise for its immaculate environment. Guests frequently describe the spaces as exceptionally clean, with spotless rooms and crisp white linens adding to a sense of comfort. The bedrooms are noted for being not only clean but also warm and cozy, further enhancing the overall experience. This attention to cleanliness complements the friendly staff, making for a pleasant stay throughout the hotel.
The Curious Fox delights its guests with a remarkable team that consistently leaves a positive impression. Staff members are noted for their friendliness and warmth, extending a gracious welcome to each guest. Whether it's Lee and Janet, the perfect hosts, or standout individuals like Connor and Fred, the manager, the team is praised for its accommodating and helpful nature. Guests appreciate the genuine care provided, noting that nothing is too much trouble for this attentive crew. Flexibility in handling guest requests, such as date changes, further underscores their commitment to service. The accommodating and hospitable nature of this friendly team enhances the overall experience, with the excellent restaurant staff contributing significantly to the atmosphere. The enthusiastic and caring people at The Curious Fox make every stay memorable, making guests feel truly welcomed and well taken care of.
The Curious Fox hotel offers a mix of parking options that cater to various guest needs, despite certain restrictions. Many guests praised the fact that free parking was available, considering it a great addition to their stay. Although parking spots were limited, the owners were noted for their helpfulness in ensuring that guests could leave their vehicles on-site for the duration of their visit.
The property's parking features had mixed reviews regarding ease of use. Some guests found the parking easy to access and conveniently located, while others remarked on the challenges of parking in the gravel-surfaced lot, suggesting that careful navigation is required. Despite these challenges, the proximity of local long-stay parking offered a viable alternative for those struggling with on-site parking.
Overall, the presence of allocated parking, even if a free-for-all, was appreciated, with its usefulness highlighted in several reviews. Motorcyclists were advised to inquire about parking in a designated triangular area at the front to ensure convenience and safety. While improvements could be made, the hotel largely succeeds in providing essential parking facilities that enhance the guest experience.
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The property's parking features had mixed reviews regarding ease of use. Some guests found the parking easy to access and conveniently located, while others remarked on the challenges of parking in the gravel-surfaced lot, suggesting that careful navigation is required. Despite these challenges, the proximity of local long-stay parking offered a viable alternative for those struggling with on-site parking.
Overall, the presence of allocated parking, even if a free-for-all, was appreciated, with its usefulness highlighted in several reviews. Motorcyclists were advised to inquire about parking in a designated triangular area at the front to ensure convenience and safety. While improvements could be made, the hotel largely succeeds in providing essential parking facilities that enhance the guest experience.
No, The Curious Fox doesn't have any pool.
No, a spa isn't available at The Curious Fox.
No, The Curious Fox doesn't allow dogs.
Yes, parking facilities are available at The Curious Fox.
No, The Curious Fox doesn't have a gym.
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