Just moments from York railway station, the 4* Principal York is in an ideal location to explore the city on foot. York Minster, the gothic cathedral of which there are views from the hotel, is half a mile, 11 minutes walk away. The National Railway Museum, which is free to enter, is less than 10 minutes on foot. No trip to York is complete without a visit to The Shambles, a preserved Elizabethan street with many unusual shops and tea rooms is just 0.6 miles, approximately 15 minutes walk. To further enjoy the city`s history, The Walmgate area is part of the 2 miles of ancient Gateways and City Walls that surround the city which visitors can explore. More Info
Board basis:
Room Only.
Room and hotel facilities:
During their stay at the 4* Principal York, guests have complimentary use of the hotel`s in-door heated swimming pool, sauna, steam room and jacuzzi. There is also a fully equipped gym. All of the 155 rooms and suites are decorated in subtle tones and blend the elegant Victorian architecture with modern hotel amenities. All rooms include flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi, tea & coffee making facilities and hairdryers. The modern ensuite bathrooms have rainfall showers and complimentary toiletries. Most rooms are located in the main building as well as in the Sidings Wing, some rooms and suites have views over the gardens and towards York Minster. The Refectory Kitchen & Terrace serves a menu of classic British Dishes every evening. For more casual dining an all-day menu is available in the Chapter House Bar. Open all day to residents from 11am until late the bar offers an extensive beer and cocktail list.
Hotel and location:
Just moments from York railway station, the 4* Principal York is in an ideal location to explore the city on foot. York Minster, the gothic cathedral of which there are views from the hotel, is half a mile, 11 minutes walk away. The National Railway Museum, which is free to enter, is less than 10 minutes on foot. No trip to York is complete without a visit to The Shambles, a preserved Elizabethan street with many unusual shops and tea rooms is just 0.6 miles, approximately 15 minutes walk. To further enjoy the city`s history, The Walmgate area is part of the 2 miles of ancient Gateways and City Walls that surround the city which visitors can explore.
Getting there:
BY TRAIN: From York Station turn left towards Station Road and then turn right towards Station Road. Turn left again onto Station road and the hotel will be on your left.
BY ROAD: At Junction 44 of the A1 (M) use the left 2 lanes to merge onto A64 towards York. After 9.7 miles take the exit towards York(SW)/A1036 and continue for 0.7 miles then make a slight left towards Tadcaster Rd Dringhouses/A1036. After 0.1 miles turn left to stay on Tadcaster Rd Dringhouses/A1036. At the roundabout, take the 3rd exit and stay on Tadcaster Rd Dringhouse/A1036 and continue to follow this route for 1.8 miles. Turn left onto Queen St/A1036 and after 0.2 miles the hotel will be on your left.
Check-in:
Check-in: 3pm Check-out: 11am
Car Parking:
90 onsite parking spaces allocated on a first come first served basis, charged at £15 per day.
Other hotel categories to consider:
York City Centre hotels, Central York hotels, 4 star York hotels
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Hotel Score:
85% based on 24 reviews
Guest rating:
15/2/2024
"-"
Everything was brilliant food was excellent staff very polite and friendly overall everything was excellent
Guest rating:
5/1/2024
"Comfortable and Convenient Hotel "
Exceptional staff who are very friendly and helpful.
Guest rating:
12/9/2023
"-"
My room was small, stuffy snd dingy. The noises from the train screeching in and out of the station was so loud I couldn`t leave my window open. Breakfast was £19.95 and not worth the money. I felt the £500 which it cost me for my stay, including the train fare was far too expensive for what was offered. W e asked to change rooms, but the hotel was fully booked. We were offered another room for the second night but we had a wedding to attend so didn`t have time to wait around for it to be cleaned.
Guest rating:
23/8/2023
"Lovely clean hotel "
Recently stayed for two nights while exploring York. The Hotel is large with lovely decor. The staff are friendly and attentive. My room was clean and comfortable . Only fault is the room Was terribly hot and unable to open the window as room overlooked the train station so was loud
Guest rating:
18/8/2023
"-"
This is a lovely hotel - right next door to the station but peaceful. Our room - decorated simply but in a contemporary style - overlooked the back of the hotel which encompassed the car park area and garden. Lovely high ceilings in room, loads of space and charming and friendly staff. The pool and facilities were an added bonus at the end of a day walking around the beautiful city of York.
Guest rating:
20/2/2023
"beautiful interiors but could do better for comfort."
Guest rating:
27/10/2022
"Beware room 234"
We were allocated room 234, this room overlooked the rail station was very noisy with diesel fumes seeping into the room, had a very bad nights sleep
Guest rating:
14/10/2022
"Rooms too hot."
The rooms are overbearingly hot! The beds are comfy but the mattress seems to generate more heat. My husband ended up sleeping on the floor as the whole room was very hot and stuffy. We mentioned to the girl on reception and she just said yes the rooms do get warm? The service, breakfast and rest of the facilities were fine. Very central position for both railway station and city centre.
Guest rating:
12/9/2022
"Bathroom very small for Premium room"
Overall very good to excellent - However the King size premium room was disappointing with the miniscule size of the ensuite shower room. It was virtually impossible to dress / undress within the ensuite. There was no facility to deposit your wash bag / make up etc. The food and other facilities in the hotel were very good and the breakfasts were excellent.
Guest rating:
11/8/2022
"The best hotel in York "
What a fabulous 3 night stay at the wonderful Principal hotel York. Excellent staff very professional. Lovely breakfast will definitely be back.
Comfortable and Convenient H...
(5/1/2024)
The best hotel in York
(11/8/2022)
Very comfortable accommodation , tastefully decora...
(1/7/2022)
Friendly Clean Relaxing
(16/3/2022)
