Escape to Kings Head Hotel, where a garden and outdoor furniture await. Connect to in-room WiFi, indulge in a delicious full breakfast, and enjoy the bar or restaurant. Helpful staff have made previous guests feel right at home.
5 High Market Place Kirkbymoorside, York, England, YO62 6AT
What's nearby
National Trust Nunnington Hall - 8 min drive - 9.4 km
North York Moors National Park - 10 min drive - 11.6 km
North Yorkshire Moors Railway - 12 min drive - 13.4 km
Flamingo Land Theme Park and Zoo - 17 min drive - 17.6 km
Dalby Forest Visitor Centre - 28 min drive - 24.1 km
Getting around
Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 73 min drive
Castleton Moor Station - 21 min drive
Danby Station - 24 min drive
Kildale Station - 25 min drive
Restaurants
The Feathers Hotel - 9 min drive
The Plough Inn - 9 min drive
The Royal Oak - 9 min drive
The Star Inn - 7 min drive
Kings Head Hotel - 6 min walk
About this property
Kings Head Hotel
When you stay at Kings Head Hotel, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of North York Moors National Park and Flamingo Land Theme Park and Zoo. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Fellow travelers say good things about the helpful staff and overall property condition.
At a glance
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Hotel size
9 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets allowed*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only*
Food and water bowls available
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
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Parking
Free onsite self parking
Onsite parking includes off-street options
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) on weekday mornings 7:30 AM–9:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
What to do
Golfing nearby
Working away
Meeting room
Facilities
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Home comfort
Heating
Electric kettle
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Bathtub or shower
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi (speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
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Daily housekeeping
Here's the breakdown, no surprises
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 7.50 per person
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15.00 per accommodation
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Also known as
Kings Head Hotel
Kings Head Hotel York
Kings Head York
Kings Head Hotel Beverley
Kings Head Hotel Inn
Kings Head Hotel York
Kings Head Hotel Inn York
Frequently asked questions
Does Kings Head Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Kings Head Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Kings Head Hotel?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 15.00 per accommodation. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Kings Head Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Kings Head Hotel?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Kings Head Hotel and nearby?
Kings Head Hotel has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Kings Head Hotel?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
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Kings Head Hotel Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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8.6/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
7.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently excellent with a great choice and service. (23 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 18, 2025
Great host
Host did everything to accommodate us.
Tim
Tim, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 28, 2025
Good room, nice breakfast
Tim
Tim, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 22, 2025
Nice friendly welcome
Very nice stay, staff were very welcoming and friendly. The hotel is very traditional and the rooms spacious but needed some TLC. For example half empty toiletries and no toilet roll. Overall though this is a nice and friendly pub hotel and great value for money with the bonus of nice staff. The food in the pub was great and good value for money and the hotel breakfast was equally as nice. We would stay here again if in the area
Adam
Adam, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 26, 2025
Stayed overnight having attended a wedding it was fine for what we needed , missed breakfast
John
John, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 6, 2025
The property was very comfortable, the staff were very attentive, fabulous choice of meals and breakfast.
Would visit again.
Charlie
Charlie, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 5, 2025
Lovely stay and super friendly staff. Good food
sara
sara, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 13, 2025
Stay
Overnight stay very nice evening meal and great breakfast
D
D, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 9, 2025
Nice hotel and staff just needs the room we were in updating
Raymond
Raymond, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 13, 2025
Great Stay at Kings Head Hotel, Kirkbymoorside
My stay at Kings Head, Kirkbymoorside was just wonderful. The host and all the staff were friendly, helpful and did everything they possibly could to make my stay comfy and enjoyable. First class stuff!
Michael
Michael, 3-night trip
2/10 Poor
Jul 22, 2025
Avoid at all costs!!!!
Disgusting. Dirty. Unsafe. Owners are bullies. I had to call the police as they tried to throw my family out because I complained at the state of the kettle and lack of basic shower facilities. The landlord tried to break in. It was horrendous! See my review on trip advisor for full details- there wasn't enough characters in this box to leave the full horrendous, traumatic review.
Friendly staff good food hotel in the centre of the town
David
David, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Aug 7, 2025
A tad disappointing
We expected a typical four star stay. What we got was an average three star hotel. The breakfasts were good, the evening meals quite good but really just a pub menu. The room had a small amount of tea coffee sugar and one pack of biscuits when we arrived. We had to ask for extra on the first evening but expected them to be topped up during our daily room refresh. However those never happened! At all during our three night stay! So each day we had to find someone to ask for additional supplies. I don’t think having three hot drinks in our room is asking too much. We didn’t ask for biscuits so not sure if they would have been provided daily. The staff were generally helpful and friendly and doing their best but the hotel seemed understaffed with no evidence of anyone overseeing things and being in charge. Our room was quirky but that was ok. The bathroom was disappointing with a toilet seat that didn’t fit and a cold water tap with very poor pressure. The shower was good. We didn’t let any of these things spoil our break as we were out and about during the day and ate elsewhere on the last two nights.
Janice M
Janice M, 3-night trip
4/10 Fair
Jun 25, 2025
Disappointing but ok stay.
We got “upgraded” to the cottage room which is in the courtyard of the pub. The room was big and had a separate lounge/kitchenette and bathroom. However the decor is very old fashioned and the toilet didn’t flush very well, the shower screen needs attention as water leaked when we had a shower. The front door sticks and is difficult to lock. We didn’t find the bed very comfortable and looks old.
Breakfast was ok. The whole pub needs decorating and a good clean. It doesn’t look like there have been much investment in the pub for a long time.
We only used it a base for touring around the North York Moors. There’s not a lot to do in Kirby Moorside, next time we probably would stay in a bigger town like Pickering.
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2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 10, 2024
Perfect for me as I was working locally, great breakfast, warm room and great location.
Mark
Mark, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Nov 24, 2024
Comfortable and pleasant
Bader
Bader, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 1, 2024
We have stayed at the kings head a few times now. Everyone is so friendly and helpful. The food is excellent. The rooms are very comfortable and have what you need for a lovely stay. We definately love the resident cat! Would definately recommend anyone to stay here.
Mandie
Mandie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 22, 2024
Staff were excellent as was the location. The property itself is dated and in need of a makeover.
Jean
Jean, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 4, 2023
Lovely hotel staff so friendly and the meals outstanding above and beyond
Mandy
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 22, 2022
Great breakfast and the staff were very friendly. Lovely location
Helen
Helen, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 16, 2023
Great food, great service, great atmosphere and friendly staff.
Really liked the quirkiness of the room we stayed in.
Bradley
Bradley, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 2, 2023
Brilliant place
Staff were extremely friendly and we will definitely be returning
sophie
sophie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 8, 2024
Worth a stay
Good service, great food.
Moore hot water in the showers would be nice ;-)