No 1 by GuestHouse, York
1 Clifton
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Why people book this hotel
“Stylish, great food and location”
“Good ambiance, good location”
“Good location, walking distance to the historic centre of York Comfortable bed …”
“Very nice and clean, very big comfortable bed”
“It was a lovely hotel, the staff are so friendly and the food was beautiful”
“A really beautiful guesthouse, helpful staff and a nice bar”
“Clean well maintained”
“Room was lovely and very clean”
“Liked the homely touches radio record player and pantry and having breakfast thr…”
“Fabulous breakfast, wonderful air con and excellent service”
Overview
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 centred 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 savoury and sweet treats that honour the noble tradition but brings playful flavours 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 flavour. 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.
Traveller reviews
Sue
couple
June 16, 2026
“Highly recommended”
Liked the homely touches radio record player and pantry and having breakfast thrown in was appreciated.
kirsty
solo_traveller
June 15, 2026
It was a lovely hotel, the staff are so friendly and the food was beautiful
Anne
couple
June 14, 2026
“Would stay again definitely”
Stylish, great food and location
Helen
couple
June 10, 2026
“Great place to stay in York, really enjoyed breakfast”
Good ambiance, good location. Liked the pantry.
kieran
couple
June 7, 2026
“Brilliant”
Clean well maintained
Olivia
couple
June 2, 2026
“A lovely guesthouse, perfect location and stay.”
A really beautiful guesthouse, helpful staff and a nice bar. Room was lovely and very clean. Location was fab - minutes walk to the Minster and York town centre. Our room was also air conditioned which was much appreciated.
Aimee
couple
June 2, 2026
“Ok overall as the location was amazing but we’d likely not stay again.”
Great location! So close to town and amenities making it easy to explore:
Catherine
couple
May 29, 2026
“Fab city break hotel”
Relaxed atmosphere, warm energy, central location. Few mins walk to York minster. Fabulous breakfast, wonderful air con and excellent service. Loved the pantry and the record player.
Corinna
couple
May 26, 2026
“Lovely hotel”
Lovely decor, great location and helpful stuff
neil
solo_traveller
May 25, 2026
“Perfect!”
Everything was great!
Michal
couple
May 25, 2026
“Not what was expected for the price and implied level of luxury”
Good location, walking distance to the historic centre of York Comfortable bed Authentic historic atmosphere Snacks and drinks available during the stay
Charles
couple
May 21, 2026
Very nice and clean, very big comfortable bed. Had Netflix in room which was big plus. Had radio next to bed. Very big bath that fit the 2 of us which was great! Only trade off for us is we were in room 1 which was bottom floor so couldn’t really open windows (not sure if rooms higher up could)
Stephen
couple
May 16, 2026
“Everything we expected.”
Location great. Style of property great. Atmosphere great.
Brian
extended_group
May 13, 2026
“A pleasant stay, would consider returning”
Quirky
Jonathan
solo_traveller
May 12, 2026
“Comfortable stay in boutique hotel with quirky touches.”
Pantry, toiletries, bathroom
Colin
couple
May 9, 2026
“Love the place”
Comfort, Staff, free goodies 😊😊
Agata
couple
May 7, 2026
“Beautiful wedding night in the most lush suite.”
The suite we stayed in was stunning. I don’t think I’ve ever been in a nicely decorated room. The pantry is a great touch. The whole stay left us pampered. We couldn’t have picked a better hotel for our wedding night.
Diane
couple
May 7, 2026
“A charming place to stay in York.”
A lovely, clean, modern, charming, boutique hotel located in a heritage building with all the amenities one could ask for. We also liked the addition of a “pantry” that all guests could help themselves to- this was an unexpected delight that we’ve not encountered elsewhere! The short walk to the city centre was also a bonus.
Shelley
solo_traveller
May 4, 2026
Loved the unique style of the hotel. All the well thought touches. The bed was so comfortable, air-conditioning in the room was a bonus. The breakfast was amazing.
Sagun Tripathi
couple
May 1, 2026
“Great stay in York!”
Facilities
Activities
Spa and wellness centre, Massage, Spa facilities, Spa lounge/relaxation area, Spa/wellness packages, Back massage, Neck massage, Foot massage, Head massage, Hand massage, Full body massage
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, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles
Food & Drink
Kid meals, Wine/champagne, Fruits, Breakfast options, Snack bar, Special diet menus (on request), Restaurant, Bar, Breakfast in the room
Food & drink safety
Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation, Breakfast takeaway containers, Delivered food is securely covered, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
General
Bicycle parking, Indoor fireplace, WiFi available in all areas, Lift, Non-smoking rooms, Facilities for disabled guests, Family rooms, Pets allowed, Non-smoking throughout, Designated smoking area, Safety deposit box, Heating, Allergy-free room
Internet
Free WiFi, Internet services, WiFi
Outdoors
Terrace, Outdoor furniture
Parking
Parking, Parking on site, Private parking, Accessible parking
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed, Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
24-hour security, Key access, Smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
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, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available
Services
Pet basket, Pet bowls, Shuttle service, Shared lounge/TV area, Daily housekeeping, Concierge service, Shuttle service (free), Packed lunches, Fax/photocopying, Luggage storage, 24-hour front desk, Room service, Meeting/banquet facilities, Laundry, Dry cleaning, Express check-in/check-out, Ironing service
Guest Room
Providing free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a shower, a hairdryer and slippers. This double room features a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, flat-screen TV, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit offers 1 bed.
Small Double Room
The double room provides a safe deposit box. The unit offers 1 bed.
Standard King Room
Featuring free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. This double room has a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, flat-screen TV, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit has 1 bed.
Large Guest Room
Offering free toiletries and bathrobes, this triple room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. This triple room has a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, flat-screen TV, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit has 1 bed.
The Bootham Suites
This suite comprises 1 bedroom, a seating area and 1 bathroom with a bath and a shower. This suite features a tea and coffee maker, a sofa, flat-screen TV, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit offers 1 bed.
The Clifton Suite
This spacious suite includes 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath and free toiletries. This suite has a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, flat-screen TV, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit has 2 beds.
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