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title: "The Franklin, Harrogate: reviews, location & comparison"
description: "The Franklin in Harrogate: rated 9.6 by guests, 4-star. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side."
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retrieved: 2026-10-11
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Guesthouse · ★★★★
# The Franklin

Low Harrogate, Harrogate, United Kingdom

9.6 ·  Exceptional 16 reviews ·  #3 #3 of 27 in Harrogate ·  4.9/5 on Google, 103 reviews ·  9.0 Location score
## About The Franklin

The Franklin is a guesthouse in Low Harrogate, Harrogate, United Kingdom. It holds a 4-star rating. Guests rate it 9.6 out of 10 across 16 reviews. Facilities include golf, free breakfast, restaurant, bar, free parking, free wi-fi. It is 60 m from the centre of Harrogate. The nearest airport, Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA), is 17 km away.

- **Type:** Guesthouse

- **Star rating:** ★★★★

- **Check-in from:** 14:00

- **Check-out until:** 11:00

- **Rooms:** 5

- **Floors:** 2

- **Smoking:** Smoke-free property

- **Other stays within 500 m:** 30

25 Franklin Road [thefranklin.co.uk](http://www.thefranklin.co.uk/)

## How The Franklin scores

Better rated than 90% of hotels in Harrogate

-   Guest rating **9.6**
-   Location **9.0**
-   Facilities **5.0**
-   Families **0.0**
-   Spa & wellness **0.0**
-   Public transport **10.0**

Harrogate average

## Rating on Google

4.9/5

103 Google reviews

-   5★89%
-   4★11%
-   3★0%
-   2★0%
-   1★0%

From the property’s public Google Maps listing. It is shown for reference and is not part of the StayVersus score.

## Amenities

GolfFree breakfastRestaurantBarFree parkingFree Wi-Fi

### Food & drink

-   Free breakfast
-   Restaurant
-   Bar
-   Room service

### Leisure

-   Golf

### Internet

-   Free Wi-Fi

### Parking & transport

-   Free parking

### In the rooms

-   Minibar

### Policies

-   Smoke-free

Based on the property listing at our booking partner.

## Location

- **Location score:** **9.0**/10

- **Walk grade:** **87**/100 Great for walkers

- **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **140**

- **Sights within 1 km:** **8**

<table class="dist" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tbody data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest station<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Harrowgay Train Station</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">80 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">1 min walk</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest airport<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA)</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">17 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">37 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Distance to the centre<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Harrogate</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">60 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">1 min walk</span></td></tr></tbody></table>

### Sights nearby

-   Queen Victoria Monument490 m
-   War Memorial530 m
-   The Cenotaph530 m
-   The Royal Pump Room Museum590 m
-   Rapture600 m
-   Royal Pump Room Museum630 m

## The Franklin: in detail

At The Franklin, exceptional service and top-notch amenities create a memorable experience for guests. Complimentary internet access is available in the hotel to ensure you stay connected during your visit. Complimentary parking is available for guests. Desire to unwind? Make the most of your visit at The Franklin with accessible amenities such as room service. Due to health concerns, smoking is strictly prohibited within the entire premises of hotel. For the health and well-being of all guests and staff, smoking is restricted exclusively to assigned zones. Accommodations come equipped with all the conveniences required for a restful night's slumber. A number of rooms feature television for guest amusement and enjoyment. In certain rooms, the hotel offers visitors access to instant coffee, instant tea and mini bar. In the hotel, certain guest bathrooms come equipped with essential bathroom amenities, such as a hair dryer and toiletries, ensuring a comfortable stay for guests. At The Franklin, each day commences with a scrumptious breakfast offered at no additional cost. All adore a delightful cup of coffee! An on-site coffee shop ensures you can relish a cup of authentic, freshly-brewed coffee every morning -- or whenever you desire it. Allow your journey to be free from the pangs of hunger! On-site eateries offer delicious and accessible meal choices. An evening spent at hotel's bar can offer as much enjoyment as venturing out with your fellow travelers.

### Compare

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## Questions about The Franklin

### How do guests rate The Franklin?

The Franklin has a guest rating of 9.6 out of 10 from 16 reviews, which is better than 90% of rated hotels in Harrogate.

### What are the check-in and check-out times at The Franklin?

Check-in starts at 14:00 and check-out is until 11:00.

### Does The Franklin include breakfast?

The listing mentions free breakfast. Check the room you book to confirm it is included.

### Is there parking at The Franklin?

Yes, the listing mentions free parking.

### How far is The Franklin from the airport?

The nearest airport, Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA), is 17 km away in a straight line.

### How many rooms does The Franklin have?

The Franklin has 5 rooms on 2 floors.

Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. [How we score](https://stayversus.com/en/about/)

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