In the heart of the city, Best Western Forest & Vale Hotel offers a tranquil escape with a beautiful garden and laundry facilities. Connect to in-room WiFi, unwind at the bar or restaurant, and take advantage of free self parking; previous guests rave about the helpful staff.
Best Western Forest & Vale Hotel puts you within a 10-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. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
22 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-out available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property will host numerous weddings and functions on select weekends. Guests should expect a high level of noise until midnight.
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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 not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Free uncovered onsite self parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
English breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–9:30 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Room service (limited hours)
Working away
Meeting rooms
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Laundry facilities
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Porter/bellhop
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
LCD television
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Alarm clock
Premium bedding
Freshen up
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Free bottled water
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Daily housekeeping
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Local maps
Special features
Awards and affiliations
Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in REST, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
English breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 16 per person
Renovations and closures
The following facilities are closed on Thursday and Sunday:
Dining venue(s)
Policies
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.
This property does not have elevators.
Parties and events (including weddings and other events) are allowed on site.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at Best Western Forest & Vale Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Best Western Forest & Vale Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Best Western Forest & Vale Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Best Western Forest & Vale Hotel and nearby?
Best Western Forest & Vale Hotel has a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Best Western Forest & Vale Hotel?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around Best Western Forest & Vale Hotel like?
Best Western Forest & Vale Hotel is in the heart of Pickering, a short 7-minute walk from North Yorkshire Moors Railway and 10 minutes' walk from Pickering Castle.
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Reviews
Best Western Forest & Vale Hotel Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.4
Cleanliness
9.0
Location
9.6
Staff & service
8.8
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfasts were delightful, cooked to order with plenty of choice and served quickly. (12 reviews)
Parking was easy and convenient, with good availability and accessibility. (4 reviews)
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8/10 Very good
Feb 7, 2026
Lovely & clean & the staff are really helpful & kind & always smiling
Stephanie
Stephanie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 22, 2025
Right in the centre of town plenty of parking and a lovely breakfast
Iain
Iain, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 27, 2025
Lovely old building, very well maintained and clean. Staff were very friendly and helpful.
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 25, 2025
Great Hotel / Location in , Pickering for Visiting Yorkshire
Martin
Martin, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 5, 2024
Lovely hotel great location and nice staff.
David
David, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jun 27, 2025
Friendly staff and of course it is central to Pickering.
Barry Batterbury
Barry Batterbury, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 2, 2025
A very nice place to call home for a few days. Staff are friendly and obliging.
Paul
Paul, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 16, 2025
Best western forest and vale hotel
Very friendly helpfull staff,plenty of choice for breakfast and dinner.Situated in the town center. Our room was away from the road so very quiet.
A J
A J, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 11, 2025
The hotel was perfectly placed for a walk to the station. The town was delightful with a good Italian restaurant and other shops around
Brian
Brian, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 28, 2025
Were ever I travel in Britain if there is a best western that is the hotel I stay at ,so far I have never been let down by a clean good size room,friendly staff and excellent breakfast.
Linda
Linda, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 16, 2024
Very enjoyabld stay. Very friendly and helpful staff
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2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 16, 2025
Well worth a Visit
Comfortable + Warm - great location and great helpful staff make this a hotel worth using as often as possible.
Martin
Martin, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 8, 2024
The staff were absolutely fantastic friendly caring and very helpful. The breakfast was lovely and quickly served.
Rita
Rita, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Feb 22, 2025
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
John
John, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Nov 7, 2025
Lovely old building, and very friendly helpful staff, however the walls and floors are very thin. You will hear everything your upstairs and next door neighbours are saying and doing.
ABIGAIL
ABIGAIL, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 22, 2023
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
Antony
Antony, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 16, 2023
Great hotel, fab location
Lovely hotel, room 14 is fabulous. Great location and easy car parking. Staff very friendly and helpful. Definitely be back and recommend it.
Tracey
Tracey, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 17, 2025
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.
Peter
Peter, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 16, 2024
Very helpful staff
Alan
Alan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 3, 2024
Stay
Second time Iv stayed and really good service and room was just right
Christina
Christina, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 21, 2024
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.
christopher
christopher, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 16, 2024
Greeted with friendly staff who informed us that we had been upgraded to an executive room. Good sized room with all facilities. Excellent breakfast.
Louise
Louise, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 24, 2023
Great position. Near the railway station. Excellent food at a good price. Staff so helpful and chatty
Geoffrey
Geoffrey, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 25, 2023
Easy to park and get around the hotel and pickering . Food good quality and the chief excellent.
Staff all good.
Great place to stay everthing to a high standard.
Keep up the good work
Geoffrey
Geoffrey, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 16, 2023
Excellent Hotel and Staff.
Everyone was welcoming and were accommodating with requests for meals, drinks and extra requirements in our room. Jaqueline, Harri, Tom, Alan and Sharon provided that extra care and attention to detail. These are the names we remember but please note every member of hotel staff provided good care and customer service skills. We will return.