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23 St Mary'S Bed & Breakfast - York

A 4-star bed and breakfast a 7-minute walk from York Museum Gardens, with 14 rooms near the train station and a golf course on site.

  • 7-minute walk to York Museum Gardens
  • Breakfast repeatedly praised by guests
  • 14 rooms near the train station
8.8 Great 16 reviews Booking.com 8.8 · 16 reviews

About

23 St Mary'S Bed & Breakfast - York

23 St Mary'S Bed & Breakfast York sits just outside the old city walls, a 7-minute walk from York Museum Gardens and within easy reach of the Minster and York Art Gallery. The 4-star property has 14 rooms, a shared lounge, and a golf course, making it a practical base for both sightseeing and a round of golf.

Rooms range from an Economy Double to Deluxe Family and Four Poster options, all with free Wi-Fi, tea and coffee facilities, and flat-screen TVs. The bed and breakfast is a short drive from Coppergate Shopping Centre, and the train station is close by for those arriving by rail.

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities
  • Free toiletries
  • Electric kettle

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

3 reasons to book
  • Breakfast is a genuine highlight — Multiple guests single out the breakfast as exceptional, from the full English to vegan options and freshly prepared dishes tailored to dietary preferences.
  • Location close to York's key sights — Just outside the old city walls, a short walk to the city centre, York Minster, York Art Gallery, and the botanic gardens. The train station is also nearby.
  • Comfortable, well-appointed rooms — Guests mention comfortable beds, immaculate bathrooms, and a tasteful mix of old and new decor. Rooms include tea and coffee facilities and flat-screen TVs.
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Worth weighing

4 to weigh
  • Check-in window is limited — Check-in is only possible between 14:00 and 22:00. If you arrive outside those hours, you'll need to plan around it.
  • No pets allowed — The property does not accept pets, so you'll have to make other arrangements if you're travelling with an animal.
  • No parking details provided — The listing doesn't specify on-site parking. If you're driving, you may need to look for public parking nearby.
  • Price and service rating is a notch below the rest — While rooms, location, and dining all score 9, price and service come in at 8 — still solid, but slightly lower than the other categories.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

Superking or Twin Room

  • 2 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Heating

Double or Twin Room Extra Bed

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Heating

Standard Double Room

  • 1 Double bed
  • Shower
  • Heating

Economy Double Room

  • 1 Double bed
  • Shower
  • Heating

Deluxe Family Room

  • 2 Single beds or 1 Queen-size bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Bathtub

Double Room

  • 1 Double bed
  • Shower
  • Heating

Deluxe Double Room

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Bathtub

Deluxe Four Poster Room

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Heating

Double Room Private Bathroom

  • 1 Double bed
  • Shower
  • Heating

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

In-room amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities
  • Free toiletries
  • Electric kettle
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cots
  • Carpeted floor

Room features

  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Bathtub (in select rooms)

Property amenities

  • Shared lounge
  • Golf course

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

8.8
Great 16 reviews

Guest-rated 8.8/10 from 16 reviews

Booking.com · 8.8 · 16 reviews
Rooms and cleanliness9.0
Location9.0
Dining9.0
Price and service8.0
8.8Verified guest

“Nothing was too much trouble. The place was nicely appointed and reasonably clean, with staff who knew their stuff when we asked. The location was excellent, a very short walk to the botanic gardens. The breakfast was outstanding, especially for the vegan in our group.”

8.8Verified guest

“The breakfast was a gorgeous full English. The location was spot on, just a couple of blocks from a grand church.”

8.8Verified guest

“Perfect location, an easy taxi ride from the train station to 23 St Mary's and the Minster. Also within walking distance of York Art Gallery. The room was a good size with a great view over the street, plus proper central heating, multi-channel TV, and tea and coffee making gear.”

8.8Verified guest

“Ideal for York Art Gallery. Everything was top notch, a generously sized room and a really first-rate breakfast.”

8.8Verified guest

“The room was well-appointed, with a comfortable bed and an immaculate bathroom. The location is superb, just a short walk to the city centre, making it easy to get to meetings and attractions. Breakfast was a highlight, with fresh options tailored to my dietary needs.”

8.8Verified guest

“Vintage decor, a comfy communal sitting room, and close to the city's sights.”

04 — Location

Getting around York

The property sits in York.

York Minster: The grand church mentioned in reviews is just a short walk away, easy to reach on foot from the B&B.

York Art Gallery: Within walking distance of the property, as several guests noted.

York Museum Gardens: A 7-minute walk from the B&B, per the property description.

City Centre: A few minutes' walk to the shops and attractions, including Coppergate Shopping Centre.

23 St Mary'S, York, North Yorkshire, United Kingdom

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05 — Good to know

Policies & conditions

Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.

Check-in
From 14:00-22:00
Check-out
By 07:00-10:00
Cancellation
Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
Payment
Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
Pets
Not allowed
Property
12 rooms

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 14:00 to 22:00, and check-out is from 07:00 to 10:00.

Is breakfast included?

The property is a bed and breakfast, and guests frequently praise the breakfast, describing it as exceptionally good with freshly cooked options.

Are pets allowed?

No, pets are not allowed at 23 St Mary'S Bed & Breakfast.

Is there parking on site?

The listing does not specify on-site parking, so you may need to arrange parking elsewhere if you're driving.

How far is the B&B from the train station?

The property is described as being near a train station, and one guest mentioned taking a taxi from the station to the B&B, suggesting it's a short ride away.

What room types are available?

There are nine room types, including Superking or Twin, Standard Double, Economy Double, Deluxe Family, and Deluxe Four Poster, ranging from double beds to king-size options.

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The bottom line

23 St Mary'S Bed & Breakfast delivers on the essentials—a great breakfast, a location that puts York's main sights within walking distance, and comfortable rooms. If those matter more than parking or flexible check-in, it's a reliable pick.

8.8Based on guest reviews and property details.

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