Although York is renowned for its tourist attractions, this scenic English city also has an impressive reputation when it comes to hotels. We’ve put together a handy guide to the best hotels in York for a truly relaxing and unforgettable experience – now bookable on Culture Trip.
The Grange Hotel
Hotel
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Built during the early 1900s, the Grange Hotel in York boasts spectacular rooms – think plush armchairs and extravagant flower arrangements – creating a comforting, homely vibe. The hotel is renowned for its superb staff and beautiful surroundings, as well as the Ivy restaurant’s range of enticing dishes – such as pork fillet with smoked bacon, mashed potato and apple puree – and afternoon tea.
Middlethorpe Hall and Spa
Spa Hotel
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An ancient country house built during the 1700s, Middlethorpe Hall and Spa is all mellow red brick with limestone dressings surrounded by beautiful greenery and flowers. Providing luxurious rooms and cottage suites decorated in a traditional manner, plus an impressive pool and sauna, it makes the perfect relaxing weekend getaway.
Marmadukes Town House Hotel
Hotel, Luxury
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With antique furniture, plush seating areas and wonderful Italian fabrics, this hotel in York keeps guests returning time after time. Visitors will find luxurious bedrooms with handmade beds, and a tranquil and relaxing environment, as well as an enticing restaurant with a menu that focuses on fresh local produce.
Hedley House
Hotel
Set in an ideal location close to the city centre, Hedley House offers a range of traditionally decorated rooms with wooden furniture and luxurious bathrooms, achieving the perfect balance between the traditional and modern.
The Churchill Hotel
Hotel
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Offering individually designed rooms that are among the best in York, the Churchill Hotel has an admirable reputation. With a grand entrance hall, a cosy bar and range of attractive rooms, the hotel’s is undeniably impressive, while its modern brasserie is one of the best restaurants in the city.
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Jórvík House
Hotel
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Overlooking the gateway to the museum gardens, Jórvík House has fabulously scenic surroundings and gives visitors the opportunity to take a relaxing walk around one of York’s most significant landmarks. Built during the 1800s, the hotel sports a combination of historical and contemporary decor, with a diverse range of rooms catering to a variety of tastes. It’s perfect for those who wish to spend the night in a welcoming establishment close to the historic, cultural and scenic tourist attractions of York.
B+B York
Hotel
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Dating back to the 19th-century, this hotel in York was designed by an architect of local importance during the late-Victorian period. It offers both old-fashioned and traditional decor, with rooms creating a relaxing and homely environment for visitors.
Hotel 53
Hotel
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Hotel 53 is near a variety of popular tourist attractions and boasts chic interiors with plush leather seating, floral decorations and beds piled high with soft cushions. It’s ideal for tourists hoping to find a convenient, comfortable hotel in the heart of the city centre.
Mount Royale
Hotel
In the heart of the city centre, Mount Royale is a luxury York hotel with Victorian decor and a ’70s-style breakfast room. With a scenic garden and a swimming pool, sauna and hot tub, it offers visitors the perfect relaxing weekend away. It’s situated at the top of the Mount, which means spectacular views, and offers a variety of rooms, each distinctive in its own way.
Grays Court
Boutique Hotel, Hotel
A boutique York hotel and historic heritage property in the heart of the city, Grays Court is more than 900 years old. Having hosted a number of royal figures over the years – including King James I and the Duke of Cumberland – the hotel is renowned for its luxurious decor and exceptional facilities. The rooms are designed and furnished with a sense of sophistication and elegance and are perfect for visitors hoping to relax in a tranquil environment.
