Name: Burton Stone Inn
Address: 34 Clifton, York, YO30 6AW, United Kingdom, 34 Clifton, North Yorkshire, YO30 6AW, UK
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $79 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 9.2

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Bunker bed in a second room works very well for my two kids.

United States of America

The room is cozy and clean. My family loves this place so much. The staff are very friendly and gave very specific directions. It’s about 15 mins walk to most of the attractions.

Superamy

China

The location is good. The room is clean. We stayed in the one with the bunk bed. It is comfy and big enough for the four of us (with two teenage kids). The staff are super nice! The breakfast is awesome! The best BnB we ever stayed!

Lan

United States of America

It was nicely located on the Main Street heading into York. It was an excellent value and comfortable for my family of four.

Ronald

United States of America

The breakfast was great and they have a lot choices. The bar was good, too and reasonably priced. The staff are friendly and nice to talk with.

Ralph

United States of America

The room is comfy and lovely. The breakfast is superb. The staff is very friendly. We enjoy staying in Burton Stone Inn very much.

Natalina

Indonesia

Friendly staff, great value and close to the center of York.

Roy

United States of America

Great location, only ten minute walk from Minster. There’s an actual pub on the ground floor, not just a drink bar...which is great. Staff was excellent. Room was spacious enough.

Jasen

United Kingdom

I stayed in Burton Stone Inn along with my parents for 4 nights in a triple room. Michal and his wife (owners) were super friendly and Michal even stayed late until 1 a.m. for our late check in. The room was super clean and comfortable. Also, a pub on the ground floor was a bonus. York Minster is a 10 minute walk away, so overall a great place to stay in York

Nachiket

India

high quality breakfast. not a surprise considering it part of a pub. historical location.

Pamamia

United States of America

9.5

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What guests loved the most:
“Bunker bed in a second room works very well for my two kids.”

Lu United States of America
“The room is cozy and clean. My family loves this place so much. The staff are very friendly and gave very specific directions. It’s about 15 mins walk to most of the attractions.”

Superamy China
“The location is good. The room is clean. We stayed in the one with the bunk bed. It is comfy and big enough for the four of us (with two teenage kids). The staff are super nice!”

Lan United States of America
“It was nicely located on the Main Street heading into York. It was an excellent value and comfortable for my family of four.”

Ronald United States of America
“The breakfast was great and they have a lot choices. The bar was good, too and reasonably priced. The staff are friendly and nice to talk with.”

Ralph United States of America
“The room is comfy and lovely. The breakfast is superb. The staff is very friendly. We enjoy staying in Burton Stone Inn very much.”

Natalina Indonesia
“Friendly staff, great value and close to the center of York.”

Roy United States of America
“Great location, only ten minute walk from Minster. There’s an actual pub on the ground floor, not just a drink bar...which is great. Staff was excellent. Room was spacious enough.”

Jasen United Kingdom
“I stayed in Burton Stone Inn along with my parents for 4 nights in a triple room. Michal and his wife (owners) were super friendly and Michal even stayed late until 1 a.m. for our late check in.”

Nachiket India
“high quality breakfast. not a surprise considering it part of a pub. historical location.”

Pamamia United States of America

Set on York’s Clifton Road, Burton Stone Inn offers free WiFi access and free parking for all guests.This quaint, historic grade II listed property is 9 minutes' drive from York Dungeon and JORVIK Viking Center. York Castle Museum is 13 minutes' drive away.

The stylish rooms feature a flat-screen TV, a Bluetooth alarm/clock radio, a dressing table and tea/coffee making facilities.

At Burton Stone Inn there is a garden and a pub, as well as a historic plaque stone in front of the building. The bar prides itself on a selection of fine wines, malt whiskys, real ales, and fresh coffee and tea. There is a pool table, a jukebox, and a TV with BT Sport channels.

The Burton Stone Inn is located just 10-minute walk from York Minster Cathedral and a 15-minute walk from the National Railway Museum.

This is our guests' favorite part of York, according to independent reviews.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

This property is also rated for the best value in York! Guests are getting more for their money when compared to other properties in this city.

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Free parking

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Good for couples – they rated the facilities 8.9 for two-person stays.

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“boutique style”

Located in the top-rated area in York, this property has an excellent location score of 9.2!

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Gluten-free

Free WiFi
Guests consistently rate the WiFi as excellent

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Union Terrace Car and Coach Park
0.4 miles
Gillygate
0.4 miles
King's Manor Library
0.4 miles
York Theatre Royal
0.5 miles
York Central Library
0.5 miles
National Railway Museum
0.5 miles
York Minster Library
0.5 miles
York Hospital
0.5 miles
York St John University
0.5 miles
York Minster
0.6 miles

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Spar Supermarket
0.2 miles
York Shambles Market
1.6 miles

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Leeds Bradford Airport
24 miles
Doncaster Sheffield Airport
34.3 miles
Durham Tees Valley Airport
39.9 miles

What Travelers Love About This Location

“Great rooms, good size and well maintained. No noise from the bar and a great location for exploring York. ”

Spencer

United Kingdom

8.7

“The place is beautifully decorated, clean room and bathroom, nice location and safe parking! Breakfast was really good!”

Natalia

United Kingdom

9.5

“Nice room. Comfortable beds and awesome location.”

Marcoaramburo

Colombia

8.7

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3:00 PM - 10:00 PM

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10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Children of all ages are welcome.

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The minimum age for check-in is 18

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Smoking is not allowed.

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Pets are not allowed.

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Parking is offered on a first-come, first-serve basis.

“The room is cozy and clean. My family loves this place so much. The staff are very friendly and gave very specific directions. It’s about 15 mins walk to most of the attractions.”

“The location is good. The room is clean. We stayed in the one with the bunk bed. It is comfy and big enough for the four of us (with two teenage kids). The staff are super nice! The breakfast is awesome! The best BnB we ever stayed!”

“Great location, only ten minute walk from Minster. There’s an actual pub on the ground floor, not just a drink bar...which is great. Staff was excellent. Room was spacious enough. ”

“I stayed in Burton Stone Inn along with my parents for 4 nights in a triple room. Michal and his wife (owners) were super friendly and Michal even stayed late until 1 a.m. for our late check in. The room was super clean and comfortable. Also, a pub on the ground floor was a bonus. York Minster is a 10 minute walk away, so overall a great place to stay in York”

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Reviewed: August 19, 2019

Sinead
United Kingdom
10

“Excellent location, friendly staff, great breakfast and very clean and stylish room.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Room was well styled and exceptionally clean.
Reviewed: August 18, 2019

Spencer
United Kingdom
8.8

“Great accommodation ”
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Met 4 members of staff, 2 were lovely, 2 were rude, Had cleaning staff storm into the room whilst we were there and on realising we were in the room panicked and slammed the door locking it behind her, unfortunately our keys had been knock out the door and got jammed under the door. We had to telephone for assistance as we were locked in the room. A strange and unfortunate circumstance, as we had been out all morning and on return to the room were told it had already been cleaned and it had. Made us feel a little on edge for the rest of the trip. No appologies for the incident.
Great rooms, good size and well maintained. No noise from the bar and a great location for exploring York.
Reviewed: August 15, 2019

John
United Kingdom
9.2

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- • Family with young children
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2 flights of steep steps to get to room. Could be extremely difficult with luggage.
Friendly staff. Good location. Excellent breakfast.
Reviewed: August 12, 2019

Joy
United Kingdom
7.1

“Comfy bed, large room, near to York attractions”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Few places in the bar area needed dusting, a spiders web on light fitting above toaster.
Staff were all helpful and friendly.
Reviewed: August 12, 2019

Gordon
United Kingdom
8.3

Very Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Some parts were looking a bit tired
It’s location but especially the friendliness of the staff
Reviewed: August 11, 2019

Barbara
United Kingdom
7.5

“Barbara”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Submitted from a mobile device
For the price they charge it's not worth it was nice room breakfast not worth £7.50
Room was lovely bed was comfy would stay again but wouldn't have breakfast
Reviewed: August 10, 2019

Linda
United Kingdom
10

“Very good place to stay within walking distance of the city. Roof terrace. Rooms clean n comfortable”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The noise from outside at night. Busy main road. A room at the back would have been better.
Very clean. Staff friendly and helpful. Breakfast was very good.
Reviewed: August 8, 2019

Teri
Australia
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
Hospitality and friendliness of staff was outstanding. The location is close to the city centre. The breakfast was excellent.
Reviewed: August 6, 2019

Melanie
United Kingdom
9.6

“If we visited York again we would definitely stay here.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Staff were friendly and welcoming. Location was fantastic. Breakfast was quick and with generous portions and a good choice.
Reviewed: August 6, 2019

Gillian
United Kingdom
9.6

“Would stay again when in York”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Submitted from a mobile device
It is a little 5 minute walk away from the city centre but we knew that so it wasn't a problem.
Staff were friendly and great, room was lovely. We checked in as soon as we arrived and left the car in the on site car park. Breakfast was really good with plenty of choice.
Reviewed: August 6, 2019

Valerie
United Kingdom

2 helpful votes
8.3

“Brilliant location!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
I did have a problem with the shower as it was a big overhead shower in a small enclosure therefore I had great difficulty trying to shower without getting my hair wet. The bedroom was cosmetically pleasing but felt some other areas internally need attention re decoration. Externally it needs sprucing up but maybe this is already on the agenda as they say 'Rome wasn't built in a day!'
The breakfast was really good. The location was excellent and the fact that you could park your car without any added cost. The staff were welcoming and attentive.
Reviewed: August 4, 2019

Steve
United Kingdom
8.3

“Value for money.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
Traffic noise. Coded door locks. No food in the evenings
Varied breakfast. Parking. Decor
Reviewed: August 4, 2019

Susan
United Kingdom
10

“Had a 2 day break, lovely weather sorry e”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Breakfast & staff
Reviewed: August 4, 2019

Susan
British Virgin Islands
10

“Great time in York”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Lovely and clean , friendly staff , good location and good pillows 😁
Reviewed: August 3, 2019

Anonymous
United Kingdom
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing! Everything was great.
Spacious and comfortable clean room, great breakfast.

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	Deluxe Double Room 1 full bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Free parking This double room is full of character, located on the first floor, at the front of the property. It offers an en-suite shower room, a 32-inch flat-screen TV, and a hospitality tray. Room Facilities: • Tea/Coffee maker • Shower • TV • Hairdryer • Radio • Desk • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Heating • Carpeted • Flat-screen TV • View • Alarm clock • Wardrobe or closet • Towels • Linens • Upper floors accessible by stairs only Free WiFi! Parking: Free! Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed). Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Double Room 1 full bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Free parking Located on the first floor at the front of the property, this double room offers an en-suite shower room. Complete with a flat-screen TV, DVD player, and hospitality tray. Room Facilities: • Tea/Coffee maker • Shower • TV • Hairdryer • Radio • Desk • DVD Player • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Heating • Carpeted • Flat-screen TV • View • Alarm clock • Wardrobe or closet • Towels • Linens • Upper floors accessible by stairs only Free WiFi! Parking: Free! Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed). Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Deluxe Family Room 1 bunk bed and 1 queen bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Free parking Located on the first floor at the front of the property, this family room features a double bed and a bunk bed large enough for an adult. It also offers an en-suite shower and bath. Complete with 32-inch flat-screen TV, DVD player, and hospitality tray. Room Facilities: • Tea/Coffee maker • Shower • Bathtub • TV • Hairdryer • Radio • Desk • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Heating • Carpeted • Flat-screen TV • View • Alarm clock • Wardrobe or closet • Towels • Linens • Upper floors accessible by stairs only Free WiFi! Parking: Free! Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed). Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Basic Triple Room 1 full bed and 1 sofa bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Free parking Located on the first floor towards the front of the property, this room features double bed and a single bed and also offers an en-suite shower room. Complete with a flat-screen TV, DVD player, and a hospitality tray. Room Facilities: • Tea/Coffee maker • Shower • TV • Hairdryer • Radio • Desk • DVD Player • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Heating • Carpeted • Flat-screen TV • View • Alarm clock • Wardrobe or closet • Towels • Linens • Upper floors accessible by stairs only Free WiFi! Parking: Free! Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed). Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	King Room 1 queen bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Free parking Located on the first floor towards the back of the property, this double room has a king-size bed and an en-suite shower room. Complete with a flat-screen TV, DVD player, and hospitality tray. Room Facilities: • Tea/Coffee maker • Shower • TV • Hairdryer • Radio • Desk • DVD Player • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Heating • Carpeted • Flat-screen TV • View • Alarm clock • Wardrobe or closet • Towels • Linens • Upper floors accessible by stairs only Free WiFi! Parking: Free! Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed). Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Large Double Room 1 queen bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Free parking This double room with king-size bed is located on the first floor at the back of the property and offers an en-suite shower. Complete with flat-screen TV, DVD player and hospitality tray. Room Facilities: • Tea/Coffee maker • Shower • TV • Hairdryer • Radio • Desk • DVD Player • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Heating • Carpeted • Flat-screen TV • View • Alarm clock • Wardrobe or closet • Towels • Linens • Upper floors accessible by stairs only Free WiFi! Parking: Free! Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed). Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Deluxe Quadruple Room 2 twin beds and 1 queen bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Free parking This family for 4 room is located on the first floor in the far wing of the property. It features a king-size bed, 2 single beds and offers an en-suite shower. Complete with 32-inch flat-screen TV and hospitality tray. Room Facilities: • Tea/Coffee maker • Shower • TV • Hairdryer • Radio • Desk • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Heating • Carpeted • Flat-screen TV • View • Alarm clock • Wardrobe or closet • Towels • Linens • Upper floors accessible by stairs only Free WiFi! Parking: Free! Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed). Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Superior Family Room 1 bunk bed and 1 queen bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Free parking Located on the second floor in a far wing of the property, this room is split into 2 sections. The front section has a king-size bed and the rear section has a bunk bed. There is an en-suite shower room, a flat-screen TV, DVD player, and tea/coffee making facilities. Room Facilities: • Tea/Coffee maker • Shower • TV • Hairdryer • Radio • Desk • DVD Player • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Heating • Carpeted • Flat-screen TV • View • Alarm clock • Wardrobe or closet • Towels • Linens • Upper floors accessible by stairs only Free WiFi! Parking: Free! Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed). Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content

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