Grays Court Hotel
Grays Court
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Why people book this hotel
“Very nice room good furnishing and linens Public areas were exceptional and very…”
“Excellent staff and excellent breakfast,”
“I loved the historic building, and a great location in the centre of York”
“Perfect location everything was walking distance”
“The hotel is a beautiful historical building and the rooms are very nicely furni…”
“Beautiful room and hotel in general”
“The breakfast was definitely one of the best ever”
“Breakfast was lovely”
“Amazing history and the gardens were beautifully kept - plus onsite parking”
“Amazing location in York , easy to get too with its own car park”
Overview
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 situated 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 Theatre Royal and York Museum and Gardens are within a 10-minute stroll.
Traveller reviews
Susan
couple
May 20, 2026
“Amazing would definitely re visit”
Very nice room good furnishing and linens Public areas were exceptional and very comfortable Garden was beautiful and staff very happy to serve when guests were outside
Lisa
couple
May 17, 2026
“Beautiful historic hotel.”
I loved the historic building, and a great location in the centre of York. The breakfast was definitely one of the best ever
David
solo_traveller
May 16, 2026
Breakfast was lovely
James
couple
March 30, 2026
“Wonderful old hotel in the shadow of the Cathedral!”
Perfect location everything was walking distance. Amazing history and the gardens were beautifully kept - plus onsite parking
Jean
couple
March 29, 2026
“Made very welcome”
Lots of history which was well preserved and tasteful
ROBERT
couple
February 16, 2026
“It was OK but in my opinion not value for money”
Excellent staff and excellent breakfast,
Andy
couple
January 5, 2026
“Beautiful hotel and lovely staff.”
Perfect stay for my wife and I on New Year's eve. The hotel is a beautiful historical building and the rooms are very nicely furnished, comfortable and quiet. All the staff were very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was superb and the dining room overlooked the private gardens and the city walls. Apart from breakfast we didn't eat in the restaurant as it was fully booked but the hotel recommended other local restaurants for us.
Grant
couple
December 16, 2025
Amazing location in York , easy to get too with its own car park . Only 2 minutes walk from York Minster . Super helpful and friendly staff . Great food . Will definitely be staying again in the future .
irfa
extended_group
December 6, 2025
“Beautiful building, comfortable beds, great location.”
Beautiful room and hotel in general. Great parking for the duration of our stay. Very central location, just around the corner from the York Minster.
Christine
couple
November 27, 2025
“Wonderful Relaxing Break in a Fantastic Hotel”
A wonderful hotel in a great location, very close to all the shops and to York Minster. The hotel is beautiful, such a wonderful old building with a fantastic history. Very comfortable. The breakfast was delicious with plenty of choice. The staff were all excellent, very friendly and helpful. We felt very relaxed and happy staying there and will definitely go and stay there again.
Simon
couple
November 26, 2025
“Absolutely brilliant!”
It was historically located in the centre of the city
Paul
couple
November 24, 2025
“Beautiful Hotel run by very polite professional and warm staff. The decor and styling throughout the building are stunni”
A beautiful building in the heart of York with tons of history
Martin
couple
November 11, 2025
Hotel exceeded expectations, friendly staff, amazing service, room was exceptional and the location! Will be returning soon. Thanks
Facer
extended_group
November 5, 2025
The staff are incredibly helpful and friendly and the location and hotel is incredible
Cheryl
couple
November 3, 2025
“Lovely”
Staff were attentive and polite
Benita
couple
October 18, 2025
“A beautiful hotel full of character and history in a fabulous location.”
The room was lovely with a great view. It was nice to have plenty of drinking water supplied and there was ample tea and coffee supplies. The bathroom was great, a super shower, brilliant lighting around the mirror and nice toiletries. Breakfast was delicious and the service good. The lady on reception was exceptionally nice and very accommodating. A gift bag of water and flapjacks on check out was lovely.
Ben
couple
October 18, 2025
“Perfect place to stay in York”
Everything
Benjamin
couple
October 6, 2025
“Great boutique hotel in a historic building next to the Minster.”
Good breakfast, fantastic location, very interesting building and bathrooms were high spec
Alan
couple
October 1, 2025
Really well run hotel in the old treasurer's house adjacent to the York Minster. Beautiful building, lovely rooms, fantastic garden within the city walls.
Catherine
couple
August 31, 2025
“Wonderful”
We had an incredible stay at this stunning hotel, rich with history and charm. From the moment we arrived, we were impressed by the elegant atmosphere and beautifully preserved details throughout the property. The staff were absolutely fantastic warm, welcoming, and always ready to help. Nothing was ever too much trouble, and their attention to detail truly made are stay special. We would highly recommend this hotel to anyone looking for a memorable and relaxing experience.
Facilities
Activities
Golf course (within 3 km)
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Food & Drink
Breakfast options, Special diet menus (on request), Wine/champagne, Restaurant, Bar, Breakfast in the room
Food & drink safety
Physical distancing in dining areas, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
General
WiFi available in all areas, Non-smoking throughout, Designated smoking area, Safety deposit box, Soundproof rooms, Heating, Non-smoking rooms
Internet
Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi
Outdoors
Garden, Terrace, Outdoor furniture
Parking
Parking on site, Private parking, Parking
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
Key access, Smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers, Carbon monoxide detector
Safety features
Face masks for guests available, Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, First aid kit available
Services
Private check-in/check-out, Daily housekeeping, Meeting/banquet facilities, Business centre, Fax/photocopying, Luggage storage
Deluxe Double - Elizabeth Gray
Elegant room with a marble fireplace, city views and antique furniture. The luxury bathroom has a bath with over-head rain shower and fluffy robes. This room can accommodate a cot.
Deluxe Double - Fairfax
Overlooks the historic courtyard, with a bathroom featuring a roll top bath, a walk in shower and twin basins. Extra beds cannot be accommodated in this room type.
Deluxe Double Room
This double room's standout feature is the fireplace. Offering free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a hairdryer and slippers. This double room has soundproof walls, flat-screen TV with satellite channels, garden views, as well as wine/champagne for guests. The unit has 1 bed.
Deluxe Double Room
This double room's special feature is the fireplace. Providing free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. The spacious double room provides soundproof walls, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as garden views. The unit offers 1 bed.
Deluxe King Room
Somerset is our newest room, boasting views over the rear of York Minster and the surrounding Minster gardens. The bedroom itself is very spacious, and features a super king-size bed with an elegant deep-buttoned sofa, a seating area and a 42-inch flat-screen TV. The bed sits against a Tibault feature wall, and has a sizable desk plus a Jo Malone room diffuser. The bathroom is elegantly tiled and features a bath with a monsoon shower overhead. There is also a rain-sensitive automatic Velux window for additional light, plus complimentary Clarins toiletries.
Double - Clyff
Featuring free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. This double room has soundproof walls, flat-screen TV with satellite channels, garden views, as well as wine/champagne for guests. The unit has 1 bed.
Double - Williams
With antique furniture and a modern bathroom with a walk-in shower.
Large Double - Aislabie
With views towards York Minster and the cobbled courtyard, and a modern bathroom with a walk-in shower.
Suite - Cumberland
Room with views over the city walls and featuring a seating area and a luxurious bathroom with a stand-alone bath, TV, fluffy robes and a double shower.
Suite - Willoughby
This elegant room features antique furniture, a four-poster bed, separate seating area and scenic views. The luxury bathroom has a walk-in shower, bath and twin basins.
Superior Deluxe Double - Edwards
The fireplace is the standout feature of this double room. Featuring free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a bath and a hairdryer. The spacious double room features a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, soundproof walls, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area as well as garden views. The unit has 1 bed.
Twin - Aske
With period furniture and views of York's ancient city walls. Extra beds cannot be accommodated in this room type. This room can be made into a double on request.
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