On the south-eastern side of the city, towards the end of Walmgate, it's within the city walls (five minutes) but a good 20-minute walk from the Minster and most popular attractions. Shops along Walmgate and its extension, Fossgate, are small independents, with a mix of delis, vintage, eateries.
By car: the hotel is 45 minutes from Leeds, 1 hour 30 minutes from Manchester and over 4 hours from London. Paid parking available nearby.
By train: London Kings Cross to York takes around 2 hours, after which, the hotel is 10 minutes by taxi. Book trains to York.
The interiors are lively, think a mix of parquet and tiled floors, oak-panelled and white-brick walls, leather chairs and velvet sofas and exposed light-bulbs. Youthful-minded folk who like a jolly atmosphere will enjoy staying here.
This is not a hotel that goes big on extras. Facilities are minimal - a few sofas in reception, a restaurant and bar, a tiny gym, plus discounted off-site parking.
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Gym
- Free Wi-Fi
Apart from the top-level rooms, all share the same warm design with patterned rugs on stripped-wood floors, leather armchairs, jazzy cushions, blanket throws and interesting design details.
Room types: Standard, Premium
Facilities include: ensuite bathroom with toiletries, tea and coffee-making facilites, mini fridge, TV, free Wi-Fi
Dinner is a robust, crowd-pleasing menu with modern classics. Breakfast is well worth getting up for with smoothies and waffles, a cold buffet and hot dishes - plus great vegan options.
No. 88 Walmgate: classic British cuisine, locally sourced ingredients. Also serving an exclusive menu by Pasta Evangelists. All-day dining, open daily.
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