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Best Western Forest & Vale Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel in Pickering with a restaurant and a bar

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

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Room service
The current price is SAR 568
SAR 681 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jul - 3 Jul

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)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Sofa bed
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Executive Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Executive Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
  • 17 sq m
  • 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

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 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

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Separate bathtub and shower
Rainfall showerhead
  • 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)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

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
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Malton Road, Pickering, England, YO18 7DL

What's nearby

  • Pickering Church - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • North Yorkshire Moors Railway - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Pickering Castle - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Flamingo Land Theme Park and Zoo - 8 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Dalby Forest Visitor Centre - 17 min drive - 10.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Sun Inn - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Costa Express - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Black Bull Inn - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Cedarbarn Farm Shop & Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Potter Hill Fish Shop - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Best Western Forest & Vale Hotel

Hotel near North York Moors National Park
At Best Western Forest & Vale Hotel, you can look forward to a terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a bar and a restaurant.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • English breakfast (surcharge), express check-out, and a front-desk safe
  • Smoke-free premises, meeting rooms, and wedding services
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Best Western Forest & Vale Hotel feature thoughtful touches such as premium bedding, as well as amenities like free WiFi and free bottled water.
More amenities include:
  • Designer toiletries and hair dryers
  • LCD TVs with digital channels
  • Electric kettles, heating, and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Welsh

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Property amenities

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

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

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

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with digital channels

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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 16 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

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Frequently asked questions

Is Best Western Forest & Vale Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Best Western Forest & Vale Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

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.

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

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Best Western Forest & Vale Hotel located?

Located in the heart of Pickering, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Pickering Church, North Yorkshire Moors Railway, and Beck Isle Museum. Pickering Castle and North York Moors National Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Best Western Forest & Vale Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 154 out of 227 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 57 out of 227 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 227 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 227 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 227 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

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

10/10

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

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

10/10

Lovely stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10

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 food and stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10

Lovely hotel great location and nice staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10

Very enjoyabld stay. Very friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10

Older building, but a stylish and well located. Loved the town and area.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10

Excellent stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10

Just a night out
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10

Lovely staff in beautiful market town on the edge of the north York moors Comfy country hotel style rooms
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10

A traditional hotel in a very nice town
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10

Had a brilliant stay staff were great from dining room, bar and reception everywhere was spotless food was amazing will book again for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10

Very helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10

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Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

We ate in the restaurant and the food was amazing. Very friendly staff. The hotel is in a fabulous location too
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10

I have stayed at this hotel many times it’s a lovely traditional property with friendly helpful staff It’s well appointed for a number of restaurants in and around the Main Street
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10

Overall perfect
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10

Couldn’t fault a thing. Maybe the creaky floors. Excellent stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10

A pleasant location, lovely old building, close to the centre. Pubs restaurants and the NYMR a few minutes away
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10

Very friendly staff and great food. Hotel full of character. Food very good.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

6/10

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

The hotel was friendly and welcoming. All the staff were so helpful and both the breakfast and dinner were excellent. Would recommend to anyone and will be returning .

10/10

Great position. Near the railway station. Excellent food at a good price. Staff so helpful and chatty
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023