The Ruskin - A country house in the middle of town, the Ruskin is rich in historic character and traditional charm, with carefully preserved original features and beautiful furnishings. Centrally situated, in a quiet conservation area in the heart of Harrogate, the hotel has a peaceful, relaxing setting in mature gardens and lawns with a private, floodlit car park. Built in the mid-nineteenth century, the Ruskin is now an exclusive, family-run property with an enviable reputation for the exceptional quality of its accommodation. Each en suite room has its own individual character and enjoys pleasant views over the gardens. Spacious, with high ceilings and large bay windows, all of the rooms are beautifully furnished with Victorian pine. There is a bar, a sunny veranda overlooking the gardens and a charming drawing room with an open fire. Guests also have complimentary use of the local health and leisure club, which is just a few minutes walk away.

The Leeway - Within a Grade II listed building, this family-run guest house offers impressive sea views over the popular North Bay area and is just a 10-minute walk from the town centre. With easy access to the North Bay beach and Peasholm Park, the Leeway offers a wide range of comfortable accommodation, including sea-view and family rooms. Recently refurbished, there is a spacious sea-view bar in which guests can relax and unwind with a large selection of drinks available. Catering for vegetarians and all dietary needs, the staff at the Leeway pride themselves on excellent customer service and will strive to accommodate any reasonable request. Upon arrival, you will be issued with keys giving you 24-hour access to the guest house.

Warren House - With magnificent views and a stunning location in the heart of the breathtaking natural beauty of the Yorkshire Dales, Warren House offers free Wi-Fi and hearty breakfasts. With a beautiful, peaceful location, this charming bed and breakfast is only 10 minutes from the village of Grassington. The Dales villages of Kettlewell and Arncliffe are even nearer. There are many excellent pubs and restaurants close by. Warren House has just 3 rooms, ensuring guests enjoy friendly, personalised service. All of the rooms are en suite and each room is double-glazed and central heated. Every room has tea/coffee making facilities.The rooms are situated at ground-floor level and have excellent views over the surrounding Yorkshire Dales. A delicious full cooked English breakfast is included in the price and features a variety of locally sourced produce. Yorkshire cured bacon, award-winning sausages and black puddings are all produced locally by Jacksons of Cracoe. Only free-range eggs are used and vegetarian alternatives are available. Breakfasts are freshly cooked to order on the cottage's traditional Aga stove. Free private parking is available for guests' use.

Heworth Court - Just 10-15 minutes' walk from York Minster and situated on the route of the park-and-ride shuttle bus into York, Heworth Court offers charming en suite rooms and free on-site parking. Heworth Court comes highly recommended, with most customers being return or recommended guests. It was awarded 4 stars in the category of 'Guest Accommodation' by VisitBritain in April 2008. Open all day, the hotel's Minster Bells Bar has a selection of over 30 malt whiskies, as well as beers and soft drinks. There is private, free car parking, complete with CCTV, at the main hotel and at Sutherland House, the Georgian annexe situated 2 doors away.

Abbingdon Guest House - This family-run bed and breakfast offers a clean and comfortable base, ideally located for York's top attractions and the city centre. The Abbingdon Guest House provides relaxed and friendly accommodation, with a choice of 8 en suite rooms. Make a drink from your complimentary tea/coffee tray, before settling down in front of the TV, with DVD player. You'll also have use of a radio alarm clock, as standard.

Dalesbridge House - Located just off the main A65 trunk road with easy access, this B&B offers a warm welcome and comfortable spacious rooms in a peaceful, rural setting. Dalesbridge House is an ideal base for exploring the Yorkshire Dales National Park as well as the Forest of Bowland area. Wonderful walks and cycle rides can be undertaken from the door and help can be given in choosing suitable routes. Enjoy stunning views over the surrounding fields and fells.

Talbot House - Situated in Pateley Bridge, this charming B&B is set in the spectacular countryside of the Yorkshire Dales, in the Valley of Nidderdale, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. A wonderful base from which to enjoy walking, cycling and sightseeing tours, Talbot House is beautifully set within a grade II listed Georgian building. It has been restored and upgraded to offer all modern comforts, whilst maintaining its original character. Talbot House is both a haven for people needing a peaceful break and a true alternative to the bustle of large cities for conference delegates, with Ripon and Harrogate just 25-minutes away, and Skipton within a 35-minute drive.

Dalescroft - Originally built in 1908 for managers of the nearby Rowntree's chocolate factory, the centrally located, friendly Dalescroft has a 3-star rating from the AA. Dalescroft offers bed and breakfast accommodation, each morning serving a full English breakfast in a charming building. Within walking distance of York's historic city centre, Dalescroft is located in the quiet Bishopthorpe Road area of York, just 400 yards (360 metres) from the medieval city walls. Park you car for free and take a pleasant 10-minute stroll along the river into the city. Dalescroft's quiet, but convenient location means that the railway station, racecourse and all of the York's amenities are within walking distance.

Shannon Court Guesthouse - This High Harrogate guest house is a 7-minute walk from the International Conference Centre and Harrogate town centre, and will offer you a homely welcome. A few minutes by car will bring to you the Great Yorkshire Showground and Pavilions Exhibition Halls. Locally, you may also choose to visit Fountains Abbey or the Turkish baths. The AA 4-star Shannon Court has clean, well-appointed rooms with Wi-Fi internet and plenty of facilities. There is free private parking available.

The Clarence Gardens Hotel - The Clarence Gardens offers clean, comfortable, budget accommodation. The hotel was a finalist in the 2008 Yorkshire's Moors and Coast Tourism Awards for 'Outstanding Customer Service'. The cliff-top hotel overlooks Scarborough's North Bay and offers a warm welcome. It has some of the best panoramic views in town, and is a 10-minute walk from the town centre and North Bay. The hotel has a free off-road car park (limited spaces), a pool room and Crosby's Bar, which has spectacular sea views. The en suite bedrooms come in all shapes and sizes. Family rooms are available.