DoubleTree by Hilton Harrogate Majestic Hotel & Spa

The Majestic is one of Harrogate's defining buildings — a vast red-brick Victorian hotel built in 1900 for spa visitors, standing in its own grounds above the town.

Now operating under the DoubleTree by Hilton name, it offers a spa, extensive event and conference space and a scale of public rooms that modern hotels rarely have. The position is the strongest argument for staying: the Convention Centre, Valley Gardens and the town centre are all within a few minutes' walk.

Room styles vary considerably across the building, so it is worth being specific when booking.