The Minster Hotel

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Scored 8.9
Rated excellent

Staff

9.7

The Minster Hotel offers cooked breakfasts, free WiFi and elegant rooms. Located in York’s historical center, the hotel is just 1640 feet from the magnificent York Minster and an 8-minute drive from York Racecourse. Parking is available for an additional cost. The cozy bedrooms at Minster Hotel are individually decorated, and each features a digital TV and tea/coffee facilities. Rooms also have a private modern bathroom with free toiletries. Traditional full English breakfasts are cooked to order, and feature quality ingredients. Light continental options are also available, and the Minster Bar offers fine wines and bottled beers. The Minster Hotel is a 15-minute walk from York Railway Station. The Jorvik Viking Center is just half a mile away, and the picturesque Shambles shopping area is a 10-minute walk away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Private Parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

Property highlights

  • Located in the best-rated area in York, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.7

  • Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish

  • Private parking at the hotel

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Cynthia
United States United States
“Nice location, the staff are very friendly and nice, breakfast is good.”
Amy
United States United States
“Lovely old Victorian building with tons of character, in a very convenient location.”
Nicola
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Lovely clean room. Friendly, helpful staff. Close to city centre”
Brannan
United States United States
“The staff are exceptional and a call out to Gemma and Leanne both of whom went the extra mile to ensure we enjoyed our stay. Extremely friendly and stepped up to find us a room at very short notice after another booking at a different location...”
Joe
United States United States
“Nice hotel, very convenient location about 2 blocks from historic gate into York. Nice size room & bathroom. Friendly staff. Great private parking lot. Awesome breakfast. Safe & quiet area with plenty of restaurants choices nearby for dinner.”
Caroline
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“We really enjoyed our stay the staff were so helpful and welcoming. The breakfast was very good with lots of choice both hot and cold. Our room was very comfortable and spacious. The location is great even though on a busy road traffic noise was...”
Curtis
Canada Canada
“Great location and a very comfortable room. Hotel is very clean. Excellent breakfast provided.”
Helen
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Great little hotel with lovely staff. Has a guest house feel about it, but has 24 hr reception, really useful. The room was really clean and comfortable, the location is great. Tea, coffee, biscuits etc restocked every day (left outside the door)...”
Miguel
United States United States
“Room was spacious, bathroom and shower are refurbished. Parking is included, but it is first come because they can get full. Walking distance to town center.”
Melanie
United States United States
“Location and room were superb. Lovely large room. Breakfast was excellent and staff extremely accommodating.”

Hotel area info

Amenities of The Minster Hotel

Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

Most popular amenities

  • Private Parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

House rules

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Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
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Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

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Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis for an additional cost of GBP 10 per night

Please inform The Minster Hotel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

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