A North Yorkshire hotel described as a 'palladian gem' has been awarded another prestigious Michelin Key, its second in as many years.
The 'palladian gem' Grantley Hall, located in Ripon, was given its second Key by the Michelin Guide on October 8.
The hotel was also featured in the inaugural awards in 2024.
A Michelin Guide spokesperson said: "You couldn’t ask for a more classic example of the English country-house hotel than Grantley Hall, a 17th-century Palladian gem in the Yorkshire Dales.
"The exterior, electric lighting aside, remains just as it was, while the interiors have been brought up to contemporary luxury-hotel standard—retaining their historical aspect, of course, but looking as fresh as the day the Hall was built."
The Michelin Guide hotel selection for Great Britain and Ireland includes 14 Three-Key hotels, 43 Two-Key hotels, and 82 One-Key hotels, with 19 hotels newly awarded for 2025.
The Michelin Guide now includes more than 7,000 hotels across the world, each vetted by hotel experts and judged as excellent across five categories: architecture and interior design; overall personality and character; quality and consistency of service; value between the level of the experience and the price paid; and the hotel's contribution within its particular locality.
The spokesperson continued: "The rooms are divided between the main house and a contemporary addition; the former are perhaps more idiosyncratic in their layouts, owing to the contours of the old house, but neither category is categorically more desirable.
"Throughout, the historical atmosphere is complemented by thoroughly up-to-date comforts and spotless ornaments and textures.
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"They’re all luxe, but the suites are positively jaw-dropping; the Royal spreads out over two levels, and the Presidential has a grand piano.
"Bedrooms aside, Grantley Hall’s attractions include a surprisingly extensive spa and fitness centre, as well as no fewer than three bars and five restaurants, including the flagship, Shaun Rankin at Grantley Hall."
Prices at Grantley Hall start at £870 a night.
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