Best Western Dower House Hotel
Best Western Dower House Hotel has 3 meeting/event spaces for 25–80 delegates (theatre), largest: Knaresborough Suite (80).
- Up to 120 delegates
- 3 meeting spaces
- On-site parking
1 photosPhotography pending verification1 photosCapacity overview
3 spaces · capacities by layout · floor area in m²
| Room | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception | m² |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knaresborough Suite | 80 | — | 30 | 45 | 35 | — | — | 65 |
| Harrogate Room | 50 | — | 20 | 30 | 25 | — | — | 45 |
| Private Dining Room | 25 | — | 16 | 20 | 18 | — | — | 35 |
At a glance
The Best Western Dower House Hotel is a charming 18th-century coaching inn located in the historic market town of Knaresborough, just minutes from Harrogate. This elegant venue combines period character with modern facilities, offering versatile meeting and event spaces suitable for conferences, training sessions, and private dining. The hotel features well-appointed function rooms with natural daylight, modern AV equipment, and professional service. With its convenient location near the town centre and excellent transport links, the venue provides an ideal setting for business meetings and events. The property also offers comfortable accommodation for delegates, making it perfect for residential conferences and multi-day events.
Best suited for
- Business Meetings
- Conferences
- Training Sessions
- Workshops
- Wedding Receptions
Why book with us?
- Independent venue sourcing
- Free to event organisers
- Access to negotiated rates
- Alternative venues included
- Human expert support
Know before you book
Provenance shown for every factMeeting spaces at this venue
Pricing & packages
Exact rates are confirmed on your proposal — our experts negotiate on your behalf.
Meeting room, equipment, lunch & refreshments.
Half day, full day and evening rates available on request.
Bespoke menus and exclusive-use packages for private events.
Food & catering
- Restaurant on site
- Bar on site
Dietary options catered for
Top facilities
- Free WiFi
- AV Equipment
- Natural Daylight
- Air Conditioning
- On-site Parking
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Accommodation
AV & production
Accessibility
Always confirm specific access requirements with our team — we check on your behalf.
- Wheelchair accessible
- Step-free access
- Accessible parking
- Accessible restrooms
Location & getting there
19 Bond End, Knaresborough, HG5 9AL, United Kingdom
Venue Intelligence™
Every rating below is computed from verified platform data — never marketing copy.
Best Western Dower House Hotel is a verified hotel in Knaresborough, hosting up to 120 guests. Its profile rates most strongly for Corporate, Historic, Hybrid Ready. Verified on-site: wi-fi, av & production, food & catering, bedrooms. Best suited to corporate conferences and board meetings.
Best for: corporate conferences and board meetings, memorable events in a heritage setting, hybrid and streamed events.
Sustainability credentials are not yet evidenced in the profile data.
Venue profile ratings
- Corporate★★★★★
- Luxury★★★★★
- Historic★★★★★
- Creative★★★★★
- Eco★★★★★
- Hybrid Ready★★★★★
- Networking★★★★★
- Training★★★★★
- International★★★★★
- Accessibility★★★★★
Verified on-site
- Wi-Fi✓ Verified
- AV & production✓ Verified
- Food & catering✓ Verified
- Bedrooms✓ Verified
- SustainabilityNot listed
- Accessibility✓ Verified
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- Oct 2025Venue verified and listed
Added to the InternationalVenues.com verified directory.
- Oct 2025Photography refreshed — 5 images
Latest venue imagery reviewed and published.
Frequently asked
How many meeting rooms does Best Western Dower House Hotel have?
Best Western Dower House Hotel has 3 meeting and event spaces in Knaresborough, seating up to 80 delegates theatre-style in the largest room.
What is the capacity of Best Western Dower House Hotel's largest event space?
The largest event space at Best Western Dower House Hotel is Knaresborough Suite, with a maximum capacity of 80 guests.
What conference facilities does Best Western Dower House Hotel offer?
Best Western Dower House Hotel offers Free WiFi, AV Equipment, Natural Daylight, Air Conditioning, Projector, Screen, PA System across its 3 meeting and event spaces.
What is the maximum capacity?
Up to 120 guests for conferences, 80 for dinner events, flexible room configurations available
What AV equipment is available?
Standard AV equipment including projector, screen, PA system and complimentary Wi-Fi throughout
Is catering available?
Full catering services available from light refreshments to three-course meals, dietary requirements accommodated
Is there parking available?
Complimentary on-site parking available for guests and delegates
About Best Western Dower House Hotel
The Best Western Dower House Hotel is a charming 18th-century coaching inn located in the historic market town of Knaresborough, just minutes from Harrogate. This elegant venue combines period character with modern facilities, offering versatile meeting and event spaces suitable for conferences, training sessions, and private dining. The hotel features well-appointed function rooms with natural daylight, modern AV equipment, and professional service. With its convenient location near the town centre and excellent transport links, the venue provides an ideal setting for business meetings and events. The property also offers comfortable accommodation for delegates, making it perfect for residential conferences and multi-day events.
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