No 1 by GuestHouse, York
1 Clifton, York, YO30 6AA, United Kingdom – Excellent location – show map
Excellent location – rated 9.6/10! (score from 677 reviews)
Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions
Attention to detail, customer service, execution of service, customer experience, decor. Whomever conceived of this as a business model and has executed it to perfection deserves the highest praise.

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A boutique hotel in the heart of York just a 10-minute walk from York Minster. The building is a Grade II Listed Regency townhouse with sash windows, high ceilings, a sweeping central staircase, and ivy around the door. Inside you’ll find pantries stocked full of treats, great restaurant food throughout the day, drinks from the bar and a spa centered on bespoke therapies. There’s 38 bedrooms, including three suites that are dotted around the building’s three floors. Each one has its quirks courtesy of the building’s heritage detailing. The rooms feature a flat-screen Smart TV, tea/coffee making facilities, an iron and hairdryer in the wardrobe. The spa sits down in the arches of the cellar. It’s a cocooning world of bespoke wellbeing experiences. There are five treatment rooms, including a room for two. And a soothing space for post-treatment relaxation. The Marmalade Lounge at No.1 is where the perfect afternoon tea is served. It combines savory and sweet treats that honor the noble tradition but brings playful flavors together to give it a twist for today. Pearly Cow is there for when something more substantial is needed. Pearly Cow is a new restaurant at 1, Clifton that is devoted to respecting what thrives nearby – the herds, breeds, crops, and catches that sum up the area’s flavor. The produce of land and sea we source is strictly the best – the wildest. Breakfast is light, hearty, or kick-starting with oysters and spiced-as-you-like bloody Marys. Lunch and dinner feature star ingredients in classics, interpretations, sharing dishes, and divine desserts. And kids have their own Pearly Calves menu. Afternoon tea is afternoon sea – a very fresh take on this timeless treat. And on Sundays, traditional roasts bring a beautiful close to the week A paid private car park is located on site. York Railway Station can be reached in 15 minutes on foot.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.
No 1 by GuestHouse, York has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Jun 12, 2009- Private Parking
- Spa
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
- Wonderful Breakfast
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- Candy
United Kingdom
“Attention to detail, customer service, execution of service, customer experience, decor. Whomever conceived of this as a business model and has executed it to perfection deserves the highest praise.” - Hartley
United States of America
“Very cute rooms, staff was super-helpful, spa was lovely!” - Robinson
United States of America
“property was lovely. the guest rooms we are in were a bit small but lovely appointed.” - Thomas
United States of America
“Thanks for a lovely stay …. And special thanks to the manager who personally took us to the train station when taxis were unavailable. Great location… artful rooms … and very attentive staff. Cheers!!” - Sam
United Kingdom
“friendly staff. beautiful building. top quality breakfast. free pantry. 😆 proximity to town Centre” - Gerald
United States of America
“Excellent customer service and the premises and facilities were were exceptionally maintained. Staff were friendly and very accommodating.” - Loeeeetta
United States of America
“-Very spacious bathroom with heated floors (on cold days). -Comfortable bed. -Accommodating staff. -Excellent breakfast and afternoon tea. -Has a spa and they offer good massages.” - Robin
United States of America
“Guesthouse is quintessentially British and lovely! service is impeccable and would rate 5 stars!!” - Susan
Canada
“Perfect location for walking! Very near one of the gates close to the Minster but away from the noise of pubs etc. We paid for the parking and it was worth every cent! The free pantry / snack bar was a nice touch as was the record player and...” - Gareth
United Kingdom
“The interior design and overall style of the hotel.”

Property questions and answersBrowse questions from guests for anything extra you want to know about the propertyThe property usually replies within a few hours
Looking to book for night of 7th ..would it be possible to bring my small king Charles cavalier? Very clean dog. Many thanks Jo
Well-behaved dogs are more than welcome at The Grange Hotel. Please note there is a £20.00 charge per dog for the duration of stay. The Grange Hotel a..Answered on 5 November 2019Is secure parking available?
We have cctv in our carpark area which is behind the hotel.Answered on 19 October 2019Do the guest rooms have baths or showers? Aware the restaurant is closed when we are looking to stay, is breakfast still an option?
Room have a mixture, if you let us know what you prefer we'll do our best to allocate the room for you. We have a breakfast box during the restaurant ..Answered on 30 January 2023What size is an extra large double bed please?
In all our room the beds are super king size.Answered on 9 August 2022Morning, is there any availability in your spa on Sat 16th?
Good afternoon, We have availability for treatments of 60 min at 1pm / 2:15pm / 3:30pm / 4:45pm I hope this information helps, please let us know if..Answered on 6 July 2022Do stairs have handrails on both sides?
we have elevators in the building. Handrails are on one side of the stairwayAnswered on 4 October 2020- Still looking?
Hotel area info *
Restaurants1 Restaurant On Site
- Pearly Cow
- CuisineBritish
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbienceModern
Amenities of No 1 by GuestHouse, YorkGreat facilities! Review score, 9.5
- Private Parking
- Spa
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
- Wonderful Breakfast
- Private Bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Bathrobe
- Hairdryer
- Outdoor furniture
- Terrace
- Bicycle rental
- Sitting area
- Desk
- Cable channels
- TV
- Fruit
- Wine/ChampagneAdditional charge
- Kids' mealsAdditional charge
- Special diet meals (on request)
- Snack bar
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Tea/Coffee maker
- Accessible parking
- Invoice provided
- Concierge
- Baggage storage
- Express check-in/out
- 24-hour front desk
- Board games/Puzzles
- Daily housekeeping
- Ironing service
- Dry cleaningAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
- Fax/PhotocopyingAdditional charge
- Meeting/Banquet facilitiesAdditional charge
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Key access
- 24-hour security
- Safe
- Shuttle service
- Pet bowls
- Pet basket
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Designated smoking area
- Smoke-free property
- Hypoallergenic room available
- Heating
- Packed lunches
- Elevator
- Family rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Full-body massage
- Hand massage
- Head massage
- Foot massage
- Neck massage
- Back massage
- Spa/Wellness packages
- Spa lounge/Relaxation area
- Spa facilities
- MassageAdditional charge
- SpaAdditional charge
- English
- Spanish
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 17 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
Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Cash is not accepted
No 1 by GuestHouse, York accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine print
Please note that extra beds are only suitable for children, and cannot accommodate adults.
Small well behaved dogs are accepted.
Early check-in between 12:00 and 15:00 can be arranged with the property directly prior to arrival for an additional cost of GBP 15:00. Subject to availability.
Pearly Cow: Closed from Sun, Sep 10, 2023 until Sun, Sep 10, 2023
Pearly Cow: Closed from Sat, Dec 09, 2023 until Sat, Dec 09, 2023
FAQs about No 1 by GuestHouse, York
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No 1 by GuestHouse, York offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Spa
- Massage
- Back massage
- Spa lounge/Relaxation area
- Hand massage
- Bicycle rental
- Foot massage
- Spa/Wellness packages
- Full-body massage
- Spa facilities
- Neck massage
- Head massage
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No 1 by GuestHouse, York is 0.7 miles from the center of York. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Check-in at No 1 by GuestHouse, York is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.
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Room options at No 1 by GuestHouse, York include:
- Double
- Triple
- Suite
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The prices at No 1 by GuestHouse, York may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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No 1 by GuestHouse, York has 1 restaurant:
- Pearly Cow
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Guests staying at No 1 by GuestHouse, York can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.0).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Full English/Irish
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten-free