In the beautiful Yorkshire Dales National Park, The Lister Arms is a quintessential English pub and AA 4-star 18th-century inn, offering home-cooked food and cozy accommodations. Free WiFi and parking on site is available for guests. The Lister Arms offers stylish and comfortable rooms with attached bathroom with a shower and a TV, some with stunning views. Guests will enjoy an excellent hearty Yorkshire breakfast. Some rooms are in the cottage adjoining the Inn. Other rooms are in Lister Barn, a two minute walk from the Inn, with access to a residents lounge. In the village of Malham, The Lister Arms offers a varied menu of fresh seasonal produce in a welcoming environment. There is also an attractive outdoor seating area. Guests may enjoy walking and mountain biking along Mastiles Lane in the southern Dales, or exploring the nearby market towns of Settle and Skipton. the restaurant is AA Rosette awarded.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended!

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian

Free parking available at the hotel

Loyal Customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
1 full bed
or
2 twin beds
1 full bed
or
2 twin beds
1 full bed
or
2 twin beds
1 queen bed
or
2 twin beds
2 twin beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.5
Value for money
8.6
Location
9.8
Free Wifi
8.8
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Karen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    This is a truly special inn that always delivers on every level.
  • Valerie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely location to spend for our sons 40 th birthday with family. Creating special memories
  • Karen
    Canada Canada
    We stayed in the converted barn part of the inn that is around the corner from the pub. It was really nice, high end, and recently renovated. There was a common room to hang out in too. We had great weather and were able to hang out in the garden...
  • Jenny
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    A lovely relaxing stay in the heart of Malham. Excellent food for dinner and breakfast.
  • Faulkner
    United States of America United States of America
    Perfect pub in a perfect place to start a hike on the Pennine way from. We will be back.
  • Liia
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    This hotel exceeded our expectations! Staff are fantastic, food is exceptional, rooms are very cozy and clean ; and location is perfect for visiting Malham and Skipton. We had a perfect trip, thank you Lister Arms!
  • Brian
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great location with parking. Nice room good food and service
  • Sangeetha
    India India
    The food, the stay, the staff, the location everything is spot on....
  • Adam
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Fantastic weekend get away. Great room, attentive staff, and food was brilliant.
  • Amanda
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    It is rustic, quaint and perfect for a walking break. The bar and restaurant are well equipped and caters for all. The bedroom was perfect- clean, warm, well decorated with an assortment of refreshments.

Property questions and answers
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  • Are all your rooms pet friendly

    all our rooms are pet friendly
    Answered on 15 November 2020
  • Are dogs allowed

    all our rooms are dog friendly
    Answered on 15 November 2020
  • Please can you confirm if the delux family room dog friendly?

    all our rooms are dog friendly
    Answered on 15 November 2020
  • Do you have any ground floor room, preferably superior rooms, and do the rooms have parking very close to the rooms, my husband can’t walk very far du..

    its always best to give us a call if its regards accessibility
    Answered on 4 May 2021
  • We want to book two rooms for 3 nights, arriving 7th December, can both couples bring two dogs?

    yes no problem see you then
    Answered on 11 November 2020
  • Hello! For breakfast would you have vegan options? Kind regards, kirsty

    yes we do, please ask for more info or if you would like to request a particular dish
    Answered on 15 November 2020
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Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      British
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Traditional • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of The Lister Arms
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Hiking
    Off-site
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Radio
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
Wifi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Packed lunches
    Entertainment & Family Services
    • Board games/Puzzles
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    General
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Languages Spoken
    • English

    House rules
    The Lister Arms takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM
    You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
    Check-out
    From 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    Age restriction
    The minimum age for check-in is 18
    Pets
    Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
    Groups
    When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
    Accepted payment methods
    VisaMastercardCash

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Please inform the property in advance if you plan to bring your dog.

    When booking 6 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

    Please inform The Lister Arms of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

    FAQs about The Lister Arms

    • The Lister Arms has 1 restaurant:

      • Restaurant #1

    • Check-in at The Lister Arms is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

    • Guests staying at The Lister Arms can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.7).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental
      • Full English/Irish
      • Vegetarian

    • The Lister Arms offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Hiking

    • The Lister Arms is 1,000 feet from the center of Malham. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The prices at The Lister Arms may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Room options at The Lister Arms include:

      • Double
      • Family
      • Twin/Double
      • Twin