23 ST MARY'S, York – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Rooms & Accommodations
23 St Mary's offers nine rooms across four floors, including three on the lower-ground level. Options range from standard doubles to the largest room with a four-poster bed. All rooms feature Harrison Spinks superking beds that convert to two full-size singles, Egyptian cotton bed linen, and hypoallergenic bedding. Lower-ground floor rooms include Netflix and walk-in showers with white metro tiles. Rooms contain tea/coffee makers, flat-screen TVs with satellite channels, hairdryers, and complimentary toiletries.
Breakfast & Dining
A comprehensive breakfast buffet includes fresh fruit, cereals, yogurts, and freshly-baked pastries. Cooked dishes served at the table feature a full English breakfast with locally sourced bacon and sausages, freshly caught kippers, free-range eggs, and blueberry pancakes. An honesty corner on the first floor sells soft drinks, crisps, and chocolate for 50p.
Location & Accessibility
Located on a leafy residential street with Georgian and Victorian townhouses, just outside Bootham Bar (one of York's ancient city wall gateways). The property is 1 km from York city center, a 5-minute walk to York Minster through Museum Gardens, and less than 5 minutes from River Ouse paths. Leeds Bradford Airport is 55 km away. Marygate car park is nearby with fees covered by the B&B.
Property Features
The guest house features a small courtyard with garden furniture, colorful stained-glass windows on landings, and a mosaic-floored entrance hall. Free WiFi is available throughout. Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the property. Check-in uses a keypad entry system with details sent by text, available from 11:00 AM with luggage drop-off possible earlier.
Nearby Attractions
Within 0.5-1.5 km of major landmarks including The Hospitium, Stonegate, York Guildhall, St Wilfrid's Catholic Church, Yorkshire Museum, National Railway Museum, Merchant Taylors Hall, and Jorvik Viking Centre. Roots restaurant, one of York's best dining options, is recommended for special evenings. River walks along the Ouse provide scenic routes into the city center.
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Amenities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Sports & Fitness
- Golf course
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Snack bar
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Special diet menus
Children
- Cots
Spa & Leisure
- Sun terrace
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
Guest Ratings & Reviews
The hotel is ideally located within walking distance of the city centre, making it perfect for exploring all the sights. The rooms were clean and comfortable, and the service was exceptional. However, dining options were a bit limited despite the charming homey cooked meals. The facilities were well-maintained and added to the overall experience.
The hotel is nestled on a quiet street just a stone's throw from the cathedral in a nice area very convenient to the trains as well as the city center. The rooms offer a really first-rate breakfast with a four-poster bed, though there is a narrower bed in addition to regular beds. The dining experience, with huge smiles, is well-served and homey cooked, even catering to the vegan in our group. On a downside, the service did not pass on our personal request, but room service and housekeeping were on point. The hotel boasts an easy walk to the city walls and everything York center has to offer.
The hotel is brilliantly located within walking distance of the city center, making it convenient for exploring York. The rooms are charming, with excellent facilities, but unfortunately, WiFi is not available in the rooms. The service was attentive to our personal requests, but there were some missed opportunities. The dining experience, although not inclusive for vegans, was homely and well-served. The facilities were modern and well-maintained, offering a comfortable stay at a reasonable price.
I couldn't have asked for a better stay at this hotel! It's situated in the perfect area, within walking distance of the city center, and so close to everything that it felt like they rang the Minster bells just for us. The rooms are equipped with excellent facilities and some nice touches, but the lack of WiFi was a downside. The service, on our personal request, was a bit mixed as they did not pass on one request, but the room service, housekeeping, and welcome drink were top-notch.
Staying at this hotel was a delightful experience overall. The room had excellent facilities and the breakfast was truly first-rate. However, the bed was a bit narrower than expected. The service was attentive to our personal requests but missed passing on one specific request. The location was superb, being close to York's attractions while nestled in a quiet residential area. The dining was exceptional, catering even to the vegan in our group with homey cooked meals using fresh ingredients. The facility had everything we needed for a comfortable stay.
The hotel is perfectly situated within walking distance of the city centre, on a quiet street but just a stone's throw from the cathedral. The rooms are cozy and offer a four-poster bed on the lower level, in addition to regular beds, accompanied by a top-notch breakfast service. The location is ideal for exploring the major attractions in York, although the service fell short in passing on our personal request. The dining experience is warm and inviting, especially catering well to vegans, and the facilities are well-served and homely, offering fresh farm-to-table products.
