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 Grays Court Hotel

Grays Court, York, YO1 7JH, United Kingdom – Excellent location – show map

Excellent location – rated 9.9/10! (score from 202 reviews)

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9.3
Wonderful
202 reviews

The whole hotel was exceedingly lovely. Its old interiors were fabulous and loved every minute of our stay. The room was big with a four-poster bed just the ticket when you're on your honeymoon. The location was approx a hundred yards from York Minster which we toured. Breakfast was good and tasty and very satisfying especially as we had a five and a half-hour drive home. The staff were very pleasant and always greeted us with a smile, which I liked, and were eager to please. The Hotel gardens were also a feast for your eyes.

Andrew United Kingdom

Brilliant stay. Great hotel, fantastic breakfast. Staff were friendly and helpful, making our trip a memorable one. York is a superb city to visit, and the location next to the Minster, and all the food and activities ideal for everyone.

Ian United Kingdom

Beautiful hotel with a relaxed, but special, atmosphere. Lovely gardens which we were lucky to enjoy to the full, thanks to the change in weather and summer finally starting. The breakfasts were delicious - lemon curd with yogurt is a revelation!! The tasting menu was stunning - every course, delightful to eat, beautiful to look at and very cleverly thought out.

Claire United Kingdom

The location, setting, facilities, food and staff were all excellent. Special mention to Zusanna who welcomed us so warmly and the wonderful Eleni who was an absolute joy to meet.

Suzan United Kingdom

Beautiful and quiet place within easy walking distance of all of York. The restaurant was amazing and the staff in the hotel are exceptional.

Ashley United States of America

Staff is great and accommodating. Location inside the old city walls. Lovely stay.

Cathy United States of America

Breakfast in the Bow Room was lovely. Service was impeccable. Loved the history of the buildings and the gardens.

David United States of America

Wonderful old hotel full of charm and in an ideal location to visit the city of York. Outstanding breakfast. Very helpful and friendly staff. Beautiful garden bordered by the city wall. We had a lovely 2 night stay. Will definitely stay at this hotel on our next visit to York. Couple of things to note - no elevator, but staff will handle your bags, very small parking lot so best to contact hotel before stay to reserve a parking space.

John United States of America

all was very good, staff were great, gardens were really good and the location could not have been better.

Andrew United Kingdom

The hotel was wonderful and so were the staff . I have stayed at many hotels before but this was the best . I have to say that the young lady on reception must be fit as she carried our suitcases up two flights . The house keeping staff great to talk to and they showed some of the other rooms to us . We have booked to come back in the summer 2022 .

Francesca United Kingdom
9.3
Wonderful
202 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “The whole hotel was exceedingly lovely. Its old interiors were fabulous and loved every minute of our stay. The room was big with a four-poster bed just the ticket when you're on your honeymoon.”
    Andrew Andrew United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Brilliant stay. Great hotel, fantastic breakfast. Staff were friendly and helpful, making our trip a memorable one.”
    Ian Ian United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Beautiful hotel with a relaxed, but special, atmosphere. Lovely gardens which we were lucky to enjoy to the full, thanks to the change in weather and summer finally starting.”
    Claire Claire United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “The location, setting, facilities, food and staff were all excellent. Special mention to Zusanna who welcomed us so warmly and the wonderful Eleni who was an absolute joy to meet.”
    Suzan Suzan United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Beautiful and quiet place within easy walking distance of all of York. The restaurant was amazing and the staff in the hotel are exceptional.”
    Ashley Ashley United States of America United States of America
  • “Staff is great and accommodating. Location inside the old city walls. Lovely stay.”
    Cathy Cathy United States of America United States of America
  • “Breakfast in the Bow Room was lovely. Service was impeccable. Loved the history of the buildings and the gardens.”
    David David United States of America United States of America
  • “Wonderful old hotel full of charm and in an ideal location to visit the city of York. Outstanding breakfast. Very helpful and friendly staff. Beautiful garden bordered by the city wall.”
    John John United States of America United States of America
  • “all was very good, staff were great, gardens were really good and the location could not have been better.”
    Andrew Andrew United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “The hotel was wonderful and so were the staff . I have stayed at many hotels before but this was the best .”
    Francesca Francesca United Kingdom United Kingdom

Categories:

  • Staff9.7
  • Facilities9.2
  • Cleanliness9.5
  • Comfort9.5
  • Value for money8.5
  • Location 9.9
  • Free WiFi8.0
High score for York

Stay in the heart of York – Excellent location – show map

With views across York’s medieval walls, Grays Court Hotel is a beautiful historic house with leafy gardens, an intimate restaurant and free Wi-Fi. The grand house is located beside York Minster, and was once home to King James I.

The stylish bedrooms feature fine linens and antique furniture. Rooms also have flat-screen satellite TV, and all offer scenic views of the gardens or York Minster.

The Bow Room Restaurant serves a 6-course tasting menu from Tuesday to Saturday and has been awarded 2 AA rosettes and a place in the Michelin guide 2021. During the day the property serve drinks from the bar. . A full cooked to order breakfast is served each morning.

Guests can relax in the pretty gardens, or in the Bow Room with its impressive art collection. The Jacobean Long Gallery with oak paneling, sofas and original paintings is a delightful place to unwind.

This country house is steeped in history, and set within the York walls. Grays Court Hotel Hotel is a 5-minute walk from the picturesque Shambles shopping streets. The Theater Royal and York Museum and Gardens are within a 10-minute stroll.

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

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.

Grays Court Hotel has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Aug 30, 2011

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Most popular amenities

Parking
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Non-smoking rooms
Room service
Bar
Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

Property Highlights

Located in the heart of York, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.9

Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended!

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian

Private parking at the hotel

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Guest reviews

9.3
Wonderful · 202 reviews
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Categories:
  • Staff9.7
  • Facilities9.2
  • Cleanliness9.5
  • Comfort9.5
  • Value for money8.5
  • Location 9.9
  • Free WiFi8.0
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  • Andrew
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “The whole hotel was exceedingly lovely. Its old interiors were fabulous and loved every minute of our stay. The room was big with a four-poster bed just the ticket when you're on your honeymoon. The location was approx a hundred yards from York...”
  • I
    Ian
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “Brilliant stay. Great hotel, fantastic breakfast. Staff were friendly and helpful, making our trip a memorable one. York is a superb city to visit, and the location next to the Minster, and all the food and activities ideal for everyone.”
  • Claire
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “Beautiful hotel with a relaxed, but special, atmosphere. Lovely gardens which we were lucky to enjoy to the full, thanks to the change in weather and summer finally starting. The breakfasts were delicious - lemon curd with yogurt is a revelation!!...”
  • Suzan
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “The location, setting, facilities, food and staff were all excellent. Special mention to Zusanna who welcomed us so warmly and the wonderful Eleni who was an absolute joy to meet.”
  • Ashley
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “Beautiful and quiet place within easy walking distance of all of York. The restaurant was amazing and the staff in the hotel are exceptional.”
  • Cathy
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “Staff is great and accommodating. Location inside the old city walls. Lovely stay.”
  • David
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “Breakfast in the Bow Room was lovely. Service was impeccable. Loved the history of the buildings and the gardens.”
  • John
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “Wonderful old hotel full of charm and in an ideal location to visit the city of York. Outstanding breakfast. Very helpful and friendly staff. Beautiful garden bordered by the city wall. We had a lovely 2 night stay. Will definitely stay at this...”
  • Andrew
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “all was very good, staff were great, gardens were really good and the location could not have been better.”
  • Francesca
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “The hotel was wonderful and so were the staff . I have stayed at many hotels before but this was the best . I have to say that the young lady on reception must be fit as she carried our suitcases up two flights . The house keeping staff great to...”
Property questions and answers
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  • Is your parking near to the hotel as we have a blue badge.
    Thank you for your enquiry. Our car park is located in our courtyard, directly in front of our hotel entrance, so it is very close by. Parking is for residents of the hotel only and costs £15 per evening. Spaces are limited so we definitely recommend reserving a space in advance if one is required. With regards to the blue badge, please be aware that our hotel does not have a lift and all of our rooms are accessed via stairs. This is due to our historic building's Grade I listing, meaning we are limited as to how much we can alter the structure of the house.
    Answered on October 21, 2019
  • What time is check out?
    Thank you for your enquiry. Checkout is at 11am.
    Answered on February 8, 2020
  • can we purchase gift vouchers for a present for two for a later date?
    Thank you for your enquiry. Unfortunately we do not offer gift vouchers at this time and apologise for any inconvenience. When a booking is made, we are very happy to accept payment from a third party in advance.
    Answered on December 3, 2020
  • Do you have a lovely twin room please
    We have one twin room in our hotel called the Aske room. Its en-suite has a walk-shower and has a view which is west-facing, towards the city walls.
    Answered on October 11, 2020
  • Do you have ground floor rooms for disabled guests?
    Our most accessible room is located on the first floor, only accessed by stairs. Due to our Gade I listed status we are not permitted to have a lift and have been given an exemption from the Disability Discrimination Act 2005.
    Asked about: Deluxe Double - Fairfax • Answered on October 11, 2020

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Hotel area info *
Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!
Excellent location – show map
What's nearby
  • York Minster
    0.1 miles
  • York Minster Library
    0.1 miles
  • Richard III Experience at Monk Bar
    0.1 miles
  • Goodramgate
    0.1 miles
  • Gillygate
    0.2 miles
  • York St John University
    0.2 miles
  • Stonegate
    0.2 miles
  • Kings Square
    0.2 miles
  • York Theatre Royal
    0.2 miles
  • York's Chocolate Story
    0.2 miles
Top attractions
  • York Train Station
    0.6 miles
  • York Train Station
    0.6 miles
Natural Beauty
  • River Ouse
    0.8 miles
Closest Airports
  • Leeds Bradford International Airport
    24.4 miles
  • Doncaster Sheffield Airport
    34 miles
  • Humberside Airport
    39.7 miles
* All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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1 Restaurant On Site

    The Bow Room Restaurant

    Food: British, Local

    Open for: Dinner

Amenities of Grays Court Hotel

Most popular amenities

Parking
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Non-smoking rooms
Room service
Bar
Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Activities
  • Golf course (within 2 miles) Additional charge
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Private parking is available on site (reservation is needed) and costs GBP 15 per day.
  • Secure parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Private check-in/out
  • Baggage storage
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Business center Additional charge
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities Additional charge
  • Room service
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • Safe
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Italian
  • Polish
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House rules Grays Court Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

3:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Check-out

Until 11:00 AM

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 not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

There's no capacity for cribs at this property.

This property doesn't offer extra beds.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Maestro Mastercard Visa American Express Grays Court Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

Please note that on-site parking is limited, but there is a public car park within a 5-minute walk of the hotel.

Extra beds can only be accommodated in the Honeymoon Suite, Superior Double Room and Suite, and are suitable for children up to 13 years only.

Please note that there is no elevator at this property and may not be suitable for guests with mobility restrictions.

The restaurant also offers a Braille menu for blind guests.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

FAQs about Grays Court Hotel

  • Room options at Grays Court Hotel include:

    • Double
    • Twin

  • Grays Court Hotel has 1 restaurant:

    • The Bow Room Restaurant

  • Guests staying at Grays Court Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.2).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian

  • Grays Court Hotel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Golf course (within 2 miles)

  • Grays Court Hotel is 1,800 feet from the center of York.

  • Check-in at Grays Court Hotel is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • The prices at Grays Court Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.