The bathroom was a bit dated and had a smell of drains

The room was lovely with a double aspect. It had everything we needed and the host Geoff was a lovely fella who was very helpful. Would stay again

Stayed in June 2024

The shower was a bit difficult, the water temperature changed from hot to cold. I have seen two or three moths in the bedroom and a spider in the bathroom; but things like that happen, and I was already leaving anyway.

The hotel is lovely, my room was clean and comfortable, and the host was really friendly. The location is good, just about 10 minutes from the gorgeous city centre of York. I enjoyed the stay very much, and I am sad that I could not afford to stay longer.

Stayed in June 2024

The late check in was frustrating. The bed was not overly comfortable, the ensuite was tiny & shabby. Tiny TV.

Lovely old building within walking distance to the city centre. Staff polite & friendly. Off street parking was great.

Stayed in June 2024

Host was very friendly and accommodating and provided good information about York. Although not right in the city centre, it was a very pleasant 20 minute walk along the river in to town.

Stayed in June 2024

The shower was positioned slightly funny. Could still shower, but had to lean in.

Such a lovely welcome from Geoff, with a run down for walks into town which was great as we got to walk along the canal for 10 minutes into town. It is really close to city centre but just enough of that is relatively quiet. Old fashioned building which I loved, our room has a bath and shower which was great as I got to relax. Tea and coffee facilities in the room but the location is so perfect you can just pop outside and there are a number of cafes to choose from. Would definitely stay again.

Stayed in June 2024

The only negative I could give was the bathroom was a little small but had everything you need and could have done with full length mirror. But not really anything that would stop me staying again.

Geoff was very helpful and kind. Nice easy walk to the centre and easy to find your way, especially with Geoff giving us directions. The house was beautiful and the room was lovely😀

Stayed in June 2024

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Great location, awesome and helpful owners. The room was clean, nicely equipped. 15 min walk from the city centre.

Stayed in May 2024

Geoff, the host made us feel very welcome, like staying with friends. Although there are no breakfast facilities on site, there is a great cafe next door, another 2 mins away, and a whole host of places to eat in the city itself. The buses run very frequently, although it's only a short walk along the river to get to the city. All in all I would highly recommend a stay at Holly Lodge if you are looking for a base for a city exploration. 😀

Stayed in May 2024

Nothing

Lovely owners who were very helpful Good location and nice and clean Parking was a bonus

Stayed in May 2024

Shower was very weak

Made very welcome. Great Location, nice and clean

Stayed in March 2024

The bed was a little uncomfortable.

Very cosy and traditional. Clean and tidy throughout. Great for a couple of nights stay. Very close to the town centre.

Stayed in December 2023

If I have to be critical... The lodge is an old building with real character and (very much like me) it's showing its age. The stairs up to the rooms are a bit steep, so if you are a bit immobile for whatever reason, you might find them a bit of a climb. The rooms are 'old school' with high ceilings and the decor reflects the character of the building. That didn't bother me in the slightest, but some might like a more modern looking room.

Holly Lodge is about 10 mins walk from York centre, which is great. However, the bus leaves from outside the lodge and takes you into the centre, if you don't feel like walking. The host Geoff, was a cracking bloke who welcomed us on arrival and was happy to help in any way he could. He even watched me out of the car park in case a car came up the road at the exit! Currently, you can't have breakfast in the lodge, but there's a cafe (Sunnies) about 30 seconds walk from the front door. We had breakfast there and it was outstanding and set us up for the day. Sunnies is closed on Sunday, (I was really disappointed!), but there is another cafe about a minutes walk away, just past the handy wee Sainsbury's store.

Stayed in November 2023

Nothing

Good location about a 20 min walk to Shambles etc. Nice, clean and comfortable what more could you want.

Stayed in December 2023

The signal was not great, so had a little trouble when paying, but otherwise everything else was amazing.

The owner was incredibly friendly, and very helpful. Gave plenty of suggestions on what to do and how long it takes to get places. The room was perfect for what we needed, and the parking was excellent.

Stayed in November 2023

Find out for yourself.

Geoff, the owner, is a no-nonsense guy, it is what it is. Technically the place needs re-wiring, re-plumbing, decorating, more readily available power sockets etc etc to bring it up to scratch BUT with that amount of investment the prices would have to rise considrrably. There's free parking which in York is a rareity. If you accept the place as it is then Geoff's happy. If you don't, don't come. Simple.

Stayed in October 2023

Room a little on small side but partner problem with stairs so handy being on ground floor

Breakfast not included but not a problem. Location 5 minute walk to river and 10 mins to York. Easy parking. Host incredibly friendly and informative

Stayed in October 2023

Bit dated

Very good location nice walk to the city Centre. Doesn't do breakfast but great cafe next door. the room was massive. Geoff the owner is a lovely friendly helpful guy.

Stayed in September 2023

The owner Geoff could not have been more hospitable and extremely friendly.

Stayed in September 2023

The shower pressure was terrible, I couldn't get the shampoo out of my hair. But it did get me clean. We were woken up by people coming in late.

The location was excellent, a really easy walk in to York for all the tourist sites. The greeting was kind and thoughtful. The parking was easy and we really appreciated that we could park early if needed.

Stayed in September 2023

The property is a bit outdated & is in need of refurbishment. I struggled to open the windows.

Near the city centre - walking distance, with car parking facility.

Stayed in June 2023

Nothing.

I was met by Geoff on arrival, arranged check in time before arrival and had text message to confirm. Solo traveler, I was allocated room No 3, large room, very comfortably, good sized bathroom. Holly lodge is on the No 7 bus route, No 7 buses can be boarded at the railway station opposite side of the road to the station entrance. Sainsburys local virtually next door and several cafes very close. Depending on your lever of mobility York Centre is between 10-15 minutes away easily walkable but if you need you can catch the No 7 bus directly outside of the property.

Stayed in August 2023

The shower wasn’t very powerful but was enough for what we needed.

Location was perfect. Bus stop was located outside the hotel perfect

Stayed in August 2023

The pressure in the shower was very low, and the pillows on the bed could have been better - maybe have a couple of softer ones as one was too low and two was too high. I thought it was quite expensive just for a room and no breakfast, but because I only booked it couple of months before there wasn't a lot of choice. Also there was no way of turning the landing light off, so the light was shining through the door frame all night. Maybe put it on a sensor so it only comes on when needed - would help to keep the overheads down.

The location was great, just a short walk to the river and then into the city. We were allowed to keep our car there after we checked out.

Stayed in July 2023

Close to river. Close to town. Lovely host very comfortable premisses would go back again.

Stayed in July 2023