Bishopthorpe Road, York, YO23 2GB, United Kingdom
#19 of 105 hotels in York
Guests' ChoiceBased on 557 hotel reviews
9.2Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.5
Location
9.4
Facilities
9.2
Staff
9.7
Value for money
8.6
Free Wifi
7.9
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End of dialog contentReviewed: March 30, 2025
Angela
United KingdomStunning location, beautiful house & grounds, friendly helpful staff.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: March 30, 2025
Gerald
United KingdomWe found that the shower facilities were difficult for people over 80 ( over the bath) a walk in shower would be more suitable
Comfortable and Good Service
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: March 20, 2025
Graham
United KingdomNo negative comments but we thought the food prices were quite expensive although the quality was very good. We had generous breakfasts and had light meals and snacks which were served in the lounge. 2 course dinner was about £60 which we didn't take
staff were attentive and helpful .Room was large and had a huge and very comfortable bed. everything was spotlessly clean. Location was quiet and in beautiful surroundings but within a few minutes of an excellent Park and Ride facility which only took 10 minutes to get into the centre of YORK
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: March 18, 2025
Andreas
GreeceThe hotel as such. The wonderful gardens. The kindness and professionalism of the personnel. The nature all around.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: March 17, 2025
Clare
United KingdomDrinks were expensive plus an additional service charge.
It felt like we were well looked after. All the staff were attentive but without being over bearing. Everything was spotlessly clean and well maintained. Food was lovely.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: March 4, 2025
Jane
United KingdomI struggled with the electric car charger.
All excellent. Kindly and efficient
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: February 28, 2025
Debra
United KingdomGrumpy lady members in the changing room and pool. They didn’t like that I was there with my 9 year old son. They weren’t aware that you could swim with a child between 10-11am.
The staff were amazing. Could not do enough to help.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: February 23, 2025
Jennifer
United KingdomBit dated especially the SPA area. Noisy road and roadworks nearby.
Easy to find. Lovely gardens. Very friendly and helpful staff. Food was very good.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: February 18, 2025
Emily
United KingdomOnly thing was personal I like a firm pillow but apart from that everything was incredible
This place is magical, I’ve never felt so content in a hotel before. It’s more of a home away from home. If you’re thinking of visiting here just book it!!
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: February 17, 2025
Lorraine
United KingdomHeating available when required in the courtyard rooms
Breakfast was brilliant. Would of liked beans with my full english
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: February 14, 2025
John
United KingdomOne radiator in room not working.
Unique style
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: February 11, 2025
Anne
United KingdomTiny portions of food at dinner with family were disappointing. My husband had a hypo during the night which is always unpleasant. He's diabetic and has to inject insulin before meals based on what he is expecting to eat. I was unable to get the shower warm enough for a comfortable one. Water took such a long time to warm up
We were upgraded on arrival to a suite. Now in our 60s we've never stayed in one before. It was so luxurious. Staff all friendly and helpful. I include the gardener here as most hotels don't have such a beautiful garden and I met her pruning roses
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: January 29, 2025
Mary
United KingdomPre dinner drinks and lunch were served in the drawing room, and while very grand, we found the lack of any background music made the room feel like being in a museum!
Location is very easy for visiting York. The food was excellent (we had breakfast, lunch, and dinner). Our room was in an external building up a steep flight of steps but large and very comfortable.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: January 23, 2025
Irf
United KingdomRelaxed, spacious, well-appointed. Staff were really kind when we arrived late.
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: January 21, 2025
Diane
United KingdomRooms a little cool in winter due to the age of the property, understandable. But lovely real fires downstairs
Beautiful English historic country house, very tastefully curated and decorated. Very comfortable and beautiful open rooms to relax in. Staff were extremely helpful and attentive, excellent service. Great spa too with lovely pool and high quality treatments available.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: January 4, 2025
David
United KingdomNothing
Superb Historic House Hotel, excellent Spa facilities and Restaurant
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: January 4, 2025
Tracy
United KingdomAll good but breakfast was slow and awkward. Lots of staff but seemed disorganised .
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: January 3, 2025
Aaron
United KingdomNothing not to like really but maybe our room and bathroom was on the snug side.
Service,hotel,staff and food were excellent.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: December 26, 2024
Carol
FranceSafe in room wasn’t working !! So had to use reception!! For us after travelling from France it was perfect!!
Staff were really pleasant and helpful!! Food was excellent, and pool and spa were one of the best I have been to!!
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: December 25, 2024
Bonnie
United KingdomAll fine
Really beautiful building. Great location.
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: December 24, 2024
Steve
United KingdomAn amazing stay here. The staff are wonderful always on hand with a genuine warm smile and greeting to help your stay be special. The breakfast offer was delicious which sets you up for the day. Rooms are immaculate with an expresso coffee machine. A few hundred metres away from the hotel is York race course where you can walk around and then drop into York City Centre, around a 50 mins walk. A first class stay, unreservedly recommended and will be staying again.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: December 21, 2024
Stephen
United KingdomA minor issue was it had no fridge in the standard room we used
The spa is well maintained and well staffed and looked after
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: December 19, 2024
Edward
United KingdomIt was beautiful, staff were exceptional in every way
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: December 18, 2024
Sarah
United KingdomThe hotel was absolutely beautiful, full of charm and character. It was very clean, the staff were friendly, polite, and extremely helpful, and breakfast was delicious.
Stayed in December 2024
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