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Best Western Forest & Vale Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Flamingo Land Theme Park and Zoo

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
Garden
Restaurant
Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Malton Road, Pickering, England, YO18 7DL
  • North Yorkshire Moors Railway
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Pickering Castle
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Dalby Forest Visitor Centre
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Executive Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

  • 185 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Executive Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking

  • 185 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Room, 1 Twin Bed, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Twin Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Pickering

City center stay.Within a 10-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Pickering Church and North Yorkshire Moors Railway. Beck Isle Museum and Pickering Castle are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Pickering Church - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • North Yorkshire Moors Railway - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Pickering Castle - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Flamingo Land Theme Park and Zoo - 8 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • Dalby Forest Visitor Centre - 17 min drive - 6.6 miles

Getting around

  • Malton Station - 14 min drive
  • Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Bansheaf Hotel - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Engine Shed Restaurant - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Sun Inn - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Black Bull - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Best Western Forest & Vale Hotel

3-star hotel near Flamingo Land Theme Park and Zoo
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. The business-friendly Best Western Forest & Vale Hotel also features a terrace, a garden, and a picnic area. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Pickering hotel is smoke free.

  • 22 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Best Western Forest & Vale Hotel offers 22 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Pickering hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 16 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 5 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
This property will host numerous weddings and functions on select weekends. Guests should expect a high level of noise until midnight.

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Thursday and Sunday:
  • Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 16 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Parties and events (including weddings and other events) are allowed on site
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. Parties and events (including weddings and other events) are allowed on site.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Best Western Forest & Vale Hotel to the airport?

Best Western Forest & Vale Hotel is 59.8 mi (84-min drive) away from the Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Best Western Forest & Vale Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Best Western Forest & Vale Hotel.

Does Best Western Forest & Vale Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Best Western Forest & Vale Hotel, but English breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 16 per person. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Best Western Forest & Vale Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Best Western Forest & Vale Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Best Western Forest & Vale Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Best Western Forest & Vale Hotel have a pool?

Best Western Forest & Vale Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Best Western Forest & Vale Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Best Western Forest & Vale Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Best Western Forest & Vale Hotel to downtown Pickering?

Best Western Forest & Vale Hotel is 0.1 mi away from Pickering.

Best Western Forest & Vale Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 159 out of 233 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 58 out of 233 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 233 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 233 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 233 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Clean, comfortable and spacious.

Friendly welcoming staff at a clean, well presented hotel. Room was comfortable and spacious.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was perfectly placed for a walk to the station. The town was delightful with a good Italian restaurant and other shops around
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Hotel / Location in , Pickering for Visiting Yorkshire
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were exceptional, helpful, kind and polite. Room were clean and of a high standard, meals were lovely and service was quick and staff again, very kind and wanting to help and advice. Would definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We only stayed one night but we had a lovely evening meal.we didnt stay around fir breakfast as we felt it was too expensive. All in all a pleasant stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Well worth a Visit

Comfortable + Warm - great location and great helpful staff make this a hotel worth using as often as possible.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
A bit run down and needs a make over. I haven't seen secondary double glazing since the seventies
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing room, amazing food, friendly staff

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rita

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were absolutely fantastic friendly caring and very helpful. The breakfast was lovely and quickly served.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Just a night out
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Lovely stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Greeted with friendly staff who informed us that we had been upgraded to an executive room. Good sized room with all facilities. Excellent breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Would definitely return when in the area

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very enjoyabld stay. Very friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Lucinda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were all very friendly and helpful. However, the room was not upto par in as much as it was dusty, I don’t think the fan, the press machine or mirrors and pictures had been done for yonks! Not really good if you have allergies (I don’t luckily) Otherwise we enjoyed our stay. It’s just a pity good cleaners are hard to come by.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Pam

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel - room not noisy despite being on the road side of the hotel. Staff were lovely (as was the hotel cat) and the food was great (and large). Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely stay

Large free car park, easy check in and shown to room. It was disappointing that the room was not in the main building but in a converted cottage which was accessed through a nice courtyard and up narrow stairs. The room and bathroom were small but clean and very warm as the heating was one. My suggestions for improvement would be to look at the curtains which needed attention to reduce light let in at night time. Also better pillows as this spoilt my sleep quality, plus as an added extra some conditioner to go with the shampoo and body wash. The bar area was very comfortable and the barman was very helpful. We ate an evening meal in the bar and the potion size was excellent and very tasty. The night we stayed was the football final and staff had set up a room special for people to watch the match. Breakfast was lovely and served on request-good choice and hot. Service again was excellent. To finish off Alans customer was excellent and he was happy and helpful throughout our stay- a real credit to the hotel. The garden was well maintained and had plenty of seating options and would be a lovely place to relax on a good day.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

p

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024