Talbot Malton
Characterful historic coaching inn meets relaxed boutique hotel. Bold colours, tactile fabrics, open fires, and a genuine commitment to Yorkshire provenance. Dog-friendly, family-welcoming, and not at all stuffy.
Book a room at the back for garden and meadow views toward the River Derwent — far quieter than front-facing rooms
Why It Matters
It sits at the heart of Malton's food scene — itself crowned Yorkshire's Food Capital by the late Antonio Carluccio and named Prue Leith's Favourite Foodie Town. The hotel's own back yard, literally, is the Talbot Yard Food Court: a gin distillery, coffee roastery, gelateria, baker, butcher and macaron maker all in the old coach house. The Coaching Inn Group has been named Which? Hotel Group of the Year (large chains, 2025/26) and Best UK Accommodation Operator at the 2025 Publican Awards.
A Grade II*-listed 17th-century coaching inn sitting right in the centre of Malton — a town with a legitimate claim to being Yorkshire's food capital. The Talbot has 26 individually designed rooms, a locally obsessed restaurant led by Chef James Gibson, and a wood-panelled bar that practically demands a Rare Bird Gin cocktail. Bold, colourful interiors swap out country-house chintz for velvet headboards in saffron and teal throws, flea-market furniture, and botany-themed art, while the historic bones — decorative plasterwork, open fireplaces, original wooden floors — stay firmly in place.
Where You'll Stay
6 room types available
Classic Accessible Double Room
Ground-floor accessible room with a wheelchair-accessible bathroom. Slightly larger than the standard Classic to accommodate the accessible layout. All the same amenities as the Classic range. The hotel has one purpose-designed accessible room — call ahead to check availability.
DoubleClassic Double Room
The entry-level room and still delivers the Talbot's signature character. Four walls and a bed, yes, but with proper style and all the standard amenities. Best suited to short stays or guests planning to spend most of their time out exploring Malton.
DoubleDeluxe 4 Poster Room
A four-poster bed is not something you expect in a mid-sized North Yorkshire market town hotel. This room delivers on the indulgence with added space, noticeable extras, and the kind of character you came to Malton for.
Four PosterDeluxe Double Room
A step up from the standard double with extra space and added touches. Bright and airy with views over the town or gardens depending on position. Decorated with bold, individual styling — expect vibrant headboards and well-chosen vintage pieces.
DoubleDeluxe Suite
The largest room in the hotel. A proper refuge with a sitting area and extra thoughtful touches. Not many town-centre hotels in North Yorkshire can offer this kind of space. Expect the full signature amenities package plus room-to-breathe.
Superior Double Room
A solid mid-tier option — more space than a Classic but without the four-poster or suite extras. Good for a couple wanting comfort without paying top-of-the-range. The styling is still individual and colourful.
DoubleThe Property
Eat & Drink
2 venues on property
Restaurant
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Based in a converted old congregational chapel a short walk from the hotel. Tom Naylor-Leyland (hotel owner) is the director. Courses specialise in game, seafood, baking, patisserie, chocolates and other Yorkshire-focused topics. Suitable for all skill levels. Book in advance — popular with hotel guests.
A three-hour walking tour through Malton's artisan food scene, led by (or inspired by) hotel owner Tom Naylor-Leyland — the man behind the town's food revival. The tour stops at Malton's best small shops and producers, with tasting stops along the way. Very much the best way to understand why Malton has the food-capital tag.
Takes place on the second Saturday of every month from March to November in St Michael's Church market place, a short walk from the hotel. Specialist food and drink stalls, street food vendors, and live music. Worth timing a stay around.
The hotel's grounds include gardens that stretch toward the River Derwent, and there are fields and meadows directly accessible from the property. Bring proper footwear — the paths can get muddy. The best way to earn your dinner.
Right in the Talbot Yard next door. Master distiller Matt leads a hands-on gin-making session starting with a tour of the distillery and an introduction to Florence — the distillery's 300-litre copper pot still. Then you create your own bottle of gin using botanicals of your choice. Free G&Ts along the way help the creative process. Book directly with the distillery.
Directly behind the hotel in the restored historic coach yard. Home to six independent artisan producers, all carrying the Made in Malton badge: a gin distillery (Rare Bird), coffee roastery (Roost), gelateria (Groovy Moo), baker (Bluebird Bakery), macaron maker, and craft butcher. Not a hotel-run activity, but guests can walk out the back door and be there in seconds.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Available throughout all rooms and public areas. Both wired and wireless. Register with email and name at the 'Guest Login' portal.
Multiple private function spaces including the Fitzwilliam Room (high-ceilinged, antler-adorned long dining table) and The Talbot Lounge. Suitable for weddings (micro and full celebrations), corporate events, and private dining. York House is a 300-year-old building set in the hotel gardens for weddings and events.
Gift cards and vouchers available via the Coaching Inn Group gift card portal, usable at The Talbot and other Coaching Inn Group properties.
Free membership linked to your email. Benefits include welcome gifts, birthday surprises including a complimentary birthday meal, and early access to offers across the Coaching Inn Group estate.
Sweeping lawns, a potager kitchen garden, and a lavender-scented terrace. Meadow gardens stretch down toward the River Derwent. Al fresco dining and drinking available in good weather.
Dogs are welcomed with treats and a dedicated bed. Dog-friendly dining in the bar area. A doggie menu is available. A nightly supplement of £20 per room applies for up to two dogs. Call to book dog-friendly rooms as they cannot always be reserved online.
A cosy inviting drawing room strewn with velvet armchairs and soft sofas. In winter the fireplace crackles and glows. The best place to settle in with a local beer or a book.
Personal keypad-access safe inside each wardrobe. Suitable for valuables.
Dry cleaning and laundry services available.
Reception staffed around the clock. Check-in from 3pm, check-out by 11am (late checkout by prior arrangement).
24-hour room service available for guests.
Car park to the front of the hotel. Postcode YO17 7AJ for navigation. Parking can be limited during private events — worth checking ahead.
One EV charger on-site with a nominal charge. For faster charging, Zest (4 Railway St, Malton) and BP (Car Park, Railway St) are a short walk away.
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