Principal York
Station Road, York, YO24 1AA, United Kingdom – Excellent location – show map
From parking the car to walking into the Principle we were made to feel very welcome. The staff were all fantastic. Our room was spotless and a good size. The towels and bedding were excellent. The welcome tray was good quality and replenished daily. The toiletries were nice especially the hand/body lotion. The spa area was also good and again spotless. Location is perfect. We have already recommended to friends. We will definitely be back.
The 4-star Principal York, formerly The Royal York Hotel, is set in quiet gardens, with views into the new Garden Room overlooking York Minster. Free WiFi is available through the hotel, and the leisure club includes a sauna, steam room and heated indoor pool. It has stylish and modern rooms featuring a flat-screen Smart TV, tea/coffee making facilities, and a work space area. Guests will find an iron, ironing board and hairdryer in the wardrobe and each bathroom has a rain shower. The Refectory Kitchen and Terrace, and Chapter House bar offer fresh, seasonal food with a local flavor, while traditional afternoon tea is served in the Garden Room. A full English buffet breakfast is available each morning. With a gym and indoor pool the hotel is next door to York Train Station, with fast and frequent connections to London, Scotland and across the north of England. The property offers parking for guests driving to the property. The historic city center and York Shambles are a 5-minute walk from the hotel and York Racecourse is 5 minutes' drive away.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.
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- Indoor swimming pool
- Private Parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
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- JaneUnited Kingdom“From parking the car to walking into the Principle we were made to feel very welcome. The staff were all fantastic. Our room was spotless and a good size. The towels and bedding were excellent. The welcome tray was good quality and replenished...”
- BarbaraUnited States of America“Helpful front desk staff. Beautiful hotel literally across from the train station. Great walking location to York City Centre.”
- SarahUnited Kingdom“Great location next door to the train station and walking distance to shops and attractions. Staff were all friendly and helpful and the hotel was spotlessly clean.”
Hotel area info
Restaurants1 Restaurant On Site
- The Refectory
- CuisineBritish
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Modern • Romantic
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free
Amenities of Principal YorkGreat facilities! Review score, 8.2
- Indoor swimming pool
- Private Parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
- Private Bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
- BBQ facilitiesAdditional charge
- Terrace
- Garden
- Electric kettle
- Desk
- Cable channels
- Satellite channels
- Telephone
- TV
- FruitAdditional charge
- Wine/ChampagneAdditional charge
- Kids' mealsAdditional charge
- Special diet meals (on request)
- Snack bar
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
- Tea/Coffee maker
- Accessible parking
- Invoice provided
- Concierge
- Baggage storage
- Express check-in/out
- 24-hour front desk
- Daily housekeeping
- Suit pressAdditional charge
- Ironing serviceAdditional charge
- Dry cleaningAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
- Fax/PhotocopyingAdditional charge
- Business center
- Meeting/Banquet facilitiesAdditional charge
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Key card access
- Safe
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Designated smoking area
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Packed lunches
- Carpeted
- Elevator
- Fan
- Family rooms
- Ironing facilities
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Iron
- Room service
- Lowered sink
- Raised toilet
- Toilet with grab rails
- Wheelchair accessible
- Open all year
- All ages welcome
- Locker rooms
- Personal trainer
- Fitness classes
- Fitness
- Steam room
- Fitness center
- Sauna
- English
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cribs are subject to availability.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Groups
When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Cash is not accepted Principal York accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine printMust-know information for guests at this property
The breakfast price is for pre-booked breakfasts only. Guests will be charged extra for breakfasts that are not pre-booked.
When booking for 9 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements will apply. Guest will be required to sign an additional form.
Please note that the credit / debit card used at the time of the booking needs to be presented upon check-in.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries on dates where such guidelines exist.
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).
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.
FAQs about Principal York
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Check-in at Principal York is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.
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Principal York is 2,300 feet from the center of York. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Guests staying at Principal York can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.7).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Continental
- Full English/Irish
- Vegetarian
- Buffet
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Principal York has 1 restaurant:
- The Refectory
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Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.
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The prices at Principal York may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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Room options at Principal York include:
- Double
- Suite
- Single
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Principal York offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Fitness center
- Sauna
- Swimming pool
- Personal trainer
- Fitness
- Locker rooms
- Steam room
- Fitness classes