Galtres Lodge Hotel & Forest Restaurant
$140
/ night
Avg. for September
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$140
/ night
Avg. for September
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Galtres Lodge Hotel & Forest Restaurant average $95 in January, the cheapest month, and $160 in December, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | $95 |
| February | $118 |
| March | $127 |
| April | $136 |
| May | $154 |
| June | $141 |
| July | $152 |
| August | $143 |
| September | $140 |
| October | $137 |
| November | $144 |
| December | $160 |
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About this property
This smoke-free hotel offers discounted parking nearby and offsite parking.
Amenities
This smoke-free hotel offers discounted parking nearby and offsite parking.
Dining
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's 24-hour room service. A complimentary English breakfast is served daily from 8 AM to 10 AM.
Rooms
Stay in one of 13 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Digital television is provided for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include electric kettles and free tea bags/instant coffee, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Location
With a stay at Galtres Lodge Hotel in York (City Centre), you'll be steps from York Minster and 4 minutes by foot from Shambles. This hotel is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from York City Walls and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from York Racecourse.
What's nearby
Undercroft, Treasury & Crypt(0.1 miles)
Barley Hall(0.1 miles)
York Minster(0.1 miles)
St. William's College(0.1 miles)
Goodramgate(0.1 miles)
Treasurer's House(0.1 miles)
York Mansion House(0.2 miles)
St. Helen's Square(0.2 miles)
St. Sampson's Church(0.2 miles)
Holy Trinity Church(0.2 miles)
Shambles(0.2 miles)
Roman Bath Museum(0.2 miles)
Stonegate(0.2 miles)
York Guildhall(0.2 miles)
York Theatre Royal(0.2 miles)
The nearest major airport is Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford)(32.2 miles)
Free Wi-Fi
Restaurant
Non-Smoking Rooms
Housekeeping
Packed Lunches
Luggage Storage
Location
City Centre, 54 Low Petergate, City Centre, York, England, United Kingdom
Undercroft, Treasury & Crypt (0.1 miles)
Barley Hall (0.1 miles)
York Minster (0.1 miles)
St. William's College (0.1 miles)
Goodramgate (0.1 miles)
Treasurer's House (0.1 miles)
Guest reviews
9.1
Superb
Based on 1,244 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
4%
Couple
54%
Family
13%
Group
19%
Solo
9%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Travellers consistently praise Galtres Lodge Hotel & Forest Restaurant for its unbeatable central location near York Minster, friendly and attentive staff, and delicious, generous breakfasts, noting a charming historic character with comfortable if often compact rooms.
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What guests think
Travellers consistently praise Galtres Lodge Hotel & Forest Restaurant for its unbeatable central location near York Minster, friendly and attentive staff, and delicious, generous breakfasts, noting a charming historic character with comfortable if often compact rooms.
Common drawbacks include early-morning street noise due to the central setting and single-glazed windows. There is no lift, and parking is off site with a short paid walk through the pedestrian area. A few guests mention a lack of air conditioning and occasional bathroom or maintenance niggles. Overall, it suits travellers who prioritise heritage charm and a walk-everywhere location.
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Facilities
Facilities are limited by the historic building: there is no lift and no on-site parking. Parking is at a paid off-site car park a 6-10 minute walk away through the pedestrianised centre; an on-site restaurant and bar are available.
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Pierre
Sep 14, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent location, fantastic Yorkshire full breakfast, but the mention “parking available” is confusing, as you must walk 10 minutes from the private owned parking to the hotel with your luggage, and pay an extra GBP 27.00 for one night.
Excellent location, fantastic Yorkshire full breakfast, but the mention “parking available” is confusing, as you must walk 10 minutes from the private owned parking to the hotel with your luggage, and pay an extra GBP 27.00 for one night.
8
L C
Dec 4, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The hotel was in the centre of york, nearest parking was a 10mins walk, location was excellent, you need to go by train and then walk, breakfast was good, but could have been hotter
The hotel was in the centre of york, nearest parking was a 10mins walk, location was excellent, you need to go by train and then walk, breakfast was good, but could have been hotter
4
Douglas
Sep 9, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
We stayed in Room 14, which is the size of a closet and’s up many floors (no elevator). Avoid this room!
We stayed in Room 14, which is the size of a closet and’s up many floors (no elevator). Avoid this room!
10
Shana
Sep 13, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
I loved staying here! It is right in the heart of Old York, around the corner from York Minster and the Shambles. For a listed property, it had modern washrooms and comfy bed. There are no lifts, mind, so if you are not comfortable going up and down narrow stairs, this is not the property for you. Also, you will probably need to walk to the location, as it is in the historic part of York. If you do like a historic lodge with helpful staff, right in the middle of the action, where you can walk everywhere and hear the bells of the Minster, this is the place. Breakfast was good, with plenty of choices. I would love to come again in the future!
I loved staying here! It is right in the heart of Old York, around the corner from York Minster and the Shambles. For a listed property, it had modern washrooms and comfy bed. There are no lifts, mind, so if you are not comfortable going up and down narrow stairs, this is not the property for you. Also, you will probably need to walk to the location, as it is in the historic part of York. If you do like a historic lodge with helpful staff, right in the middle of the action, where you can walk everywhere and hear the bells of the Minster, this is the place. Breakfast was good, with plenty of choices. I would love to come again in the future!
10
Emma
Dec 1, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
We booked this hotel due to its location as we had never been to York before. My friend and I wanted to do the Christmas market. I had not realised how perfect the location was. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. We had a room on the top floor. but the work out on the stairs helped burn off the wonderful food available in York. On booking the hotel suggestion of per booking the car park 🅿️ was really helpful is a 6min walk from hotel.
We booked this hotel due to its location as we had never been to York before. My friend and I wanted to do the Christmas market. I had not realised how perfect the location was. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. We had a room on the top floor. but the work out on the stairs helped burn off the wonderful food available in York. On booking the hotel suggestion of per booking the car park 🅿️ was really helpful is a 6min walk from hotel.
8
Belinda
Jan 23, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
This hotel is quite lovely, situated just off the Shambles and near to the Minster. The restaurant 'Forest' is delightful and the food was very good. ,
This hotel is quite lovely, situated just off the Shambles and near to the Minster. The restaurant 'Forest' is delightful and the food was very good. ,
8
Ashley
Sep 3, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The hotel was beautiful and the staff catered to our every need, however, I have recently had surgery and searched for a hotel with parking. The Galtres showed up and we book but the car park was 8 minutes walk away and the parking was over £30 for the night. Unfortunately, I was with my mother who has an arm injury and so we had to carry our bags this distance. Normally it would not have been an issue but I was very unwell upon arrival as the bag was not on wheels and I had my stitches taken out that morning. I would suggest not advertising the hotel to have parking, but cannot fault the hotel for any other reason. We would come back to stay in the future (in full health or bring a smaller bag!)
The hotel was beautiful and the staff catered to our every need, however, I have recently had surgery and searched for a hotel with parking. The Galtres showed up and we book but the car park was 8 minutes walk away and the parking was over £30 for the night. Unfortunately, I was with my mother who has an arm injury and so we had to carry our bags this distance. Normally it would not have been an issue but I was very unwell upon arrival as the bag was not on wheels and I had my stitches taken out that morning. I would suggest not advertising the hotel to have parking, but cannot fault the hotel for any other reason. We would come back to stay in the future (in full health or bring a smaller bag!)
8
Amanda
Mar 28, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Staff are awlways very welcoming and friendly, nothings to much trouble. Lovely dining area,with delicious cocktails
Staff are awlways very welcoming and friendly, nothings to much trouble. Lovely dining area,with delicious cocktails
10
NICHOLAS
Nov 8, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Excellant stay. Staff really friendly and helpful. The breakfast was excellant.The location of the hotel is excellant, just one problem the whole of the centre is in a pedestrianised area making transporting luggage to the hotel difficult.
Excellant stay. Staff really friendly and helpful. The breakfast was excellant.The location of the hotel is excellant, just one problem the whole of the centre is in a pedestrianised area making transporting luggage to the hotel difficult.
10
John
Nov 30, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The whole experience was top drawer. The service was friendly, efficient and easy going, the bed was the best I’ve slept in in a hotel and the room lovely with a great shower. Breakfast was included with a variety of choice based around local produce and generous portions. The hotel is in a beautiful listed building that the owners have preserved and modernised in perfect harmony. Location - two minutes from the Minster in the heart of old world York - perfect. We will definitely be back.
The whole experience was top drawer. The service was friendly, efficient and easy going, the bed was the best I’ve slept in in a hotel and the room lovely with a great shower. Breakfast was included with a variety of choice based around local produce and generous portions. The hotel is in a beautiful listed building that the owners have preserved and modernised in perfect harmony. Location - two minutes from the Minster in the heart of old world York - perfect. We will definitely be back.
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Cleanliness
Most guests find rooms and common areas clean, with several describing them as spotless. A few note minor issues such as cobwebs, dust behind beds, stained decorative pillows, or areas feeling a little tired.
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10
IVAN
Aug 18, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Located in a very beautiful location within walking distance of several points of interest, such as The Shambles, York Minster, the City Walls, bars, and restaurants. The breakfast served in the morning is truly exquisite. The room and the hotel in general seemed very clean, in excellent condition despite being an old building, and safe. The attention and friendliness of the front desk and breakfast staff were exceptional!
Located in a very beautiful location within walking distance of several points of interest, such as The Shambles, York Minster, the City Walls, bars, and restaurants. The breakfast served in the morning is truly exquisite. The room and the hotel in general seemed very clean, in excellent condition despite being an old building, and safe. The attention and friendliness of the front desk and breakfast staff were exceptional!
10
Andrew
Sep 24, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great room, clean and perfect for what we required. Staff were excellent, breakfast was lovely. The location was great, very central making it easily walkable to all bars, restaurants and attractions.
Great room, clean and perfect for what we required. Staff were excellent, breakfast was lovely. The location was great, very central making it easily walkable to all bars, restaurants and attractions.
10
Matthew
Dec 4, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
An enjoyable overnight stay. Great location, the room was very clean, staff very friendly and breakfast was delicious. We will definitely be back.
An enjoyable overnight stay. Great location, the room was very clean, staff very friendly and breakfast was delicious. We will definitely be back.
8
Lynne
Apr 3, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
The staff were very helpful and friendly. Our room was quite small for the amount we paid but the location is perfect and very central. It couldn’t have been any better. Behind the bed head was pretty dusty I noticed when looking for an accessible plug. Otherwise the room was very clean. The room was comfortable and had a view of the side of the Minster. Breakfast was nice.
The staff were very helpful and friendly. Our room was quite small for the amount we paid but the location is perfect and very central. It couldn’t have been any better. Behind the bed head was pretty dusty I noticed when looking for an accessible plug. Otherwise the room was very clean. The room was comfortable and had a view of the side of the Minster. Breakfast was nice.
10
Ece
Dec 15, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The room was clean, the staff was attentive, the food was delicious, and the location was great!
The room was clean, the staff was attentive, the food was delicious, and the location was great!
6
Nerina
Feb 25, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Love york and always take a photo of the Galtres when i visit as its beautiful outside, stayed with my daughter for one night. The location is fab however extremely noisy all night but i suppose if youre wanting to be in the middle of the centre its a small price to pay. There were a couple of stains on the decorative pillows on the bed - but apart from that the room was lovely and clean. Breakfast - included in the room rate was okay. Staff were lovely and attentive.
Love york and always take a photo of the Galtres when i visit as its beautiful outside, stayed with my daughter for one night. The location is fab however extremely noisy all night but i suppose if youre wanting to be in the middle of the centre its a small price to pay. There were a couple of stains on the decorative pillows on the bed - but apart from that the room was lovely and clean. Breakfast - included in the room rate was okay. Staff were lovely and attentive.
8
graham
Jul 17, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Nice hotel just a little tired centre of York good position very old
Nice hotel just a little tired centre of York good position very old
8
Brian P
Jan 3, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The hotel has lots of charm and the staff are friendly and helpful, especially David the receptionist/bar man. The room I was in was above the restaurant which was a little noisy late in the evening. The bedroom was warm but the shower room was cold. Very central for everything and a good range of options for breakfast. The rooms are in need of some TLC but I would stay again despite that.
The hotel has lots of charm and the staff are friendly and helpful, especially David the receptionist/bar man. The room I was in was above the restaurant which was a little noisy late in the evening. The bedroom was warm but the shower room was cold. Very central for everything and a good range of options for breakfast. The rooms are in need of some TLC but I would stay again despite that.
10
katharine
May 4, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Amazing property, friendly staff, spotless rooms, and breakfast included. Bar there with cocktails. Nothing was too much trouble. First stay, and definitely returning
Amazing property, friendly staff, spotless rooms, and breakfast included. Bar there with cocktails. Nothing was too much trouble. First stay, and definitely returning
10
Rachel
Aug 7, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
I was super impressed with this hotel. It couldn’t have been more central. I was a bit cobwebby but with it being high ceiling and an old building, it’s to be expected. The room was cosy and breakfast was stunning. Thank you, would def stay here again!
I was super impressed with this hotel. It couldn’t have been more central. I was a bit cobwebby but with it being high ceiling and an old building, it’s to be expected. The room was cosy and breakfast was stunning. Thank you, would def stay here again!
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Rooms
Rooms are cozy and characterful but often compact, and some bathrooms are very small. Street-facing rooms can be noisy due to single-glazed windows, a few guests mention bed comfort issues, and there is no air conditioning.
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Douglas
Sep 9, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
We stayed in Room 14, which is the size of a closet and’s up many floors (no elevator). Avoid this room!
We stayed in Room 14, which is the size of a closet and’s up many floors (no elevator). Avoid this room!
10
Mary-Anne
Jun 30, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The hotel is in an amazing location in York, close to Yorkminister cathedral and in the midst of the old city. The staff are friendly and helpful. We were pleased to get early check-in as our room was ready. The breakfast is excellent with lots of choice. Be aware that the hotel does not have air conditioning - that was the only downside for us.
The hotel is in an amazing location in York, close to Yorkminister cathedral and in the midst of the old city. The staff are friendly and helpful. We were pleased to get early check-in as our room was ready. The breakfast is excellent with lots of choice. Be aware that the hotel does not have air conditioning - that was the only downside for us.
10
Christopher
Dec 2, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The receptionist was very welcoming on arrival and we were checked in speedily. Our bedroom although small was well designed and very cosy. We ate an excellent dinner in the Forest Restaurant and breakfast was equally as good.
The receptionist was very welcoming on arrival and we were checked in speedily. Our bedroom although small was well designed and very cosy. We ate an excellent dinner in the Forest Restaurant and breakfast was equally as good.
10
Kerry
Sep 24, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The location is superb. Easy walk from the train and then you’re right in the heart of the city. Staff are friendly and nothing too much trouble. The bedroom and en-suite were lovely but the only issue I had was the bed in Room 2 was really uncomfortable. I don’t usually notice these things but it did detract. The duvet was also wafer thin on a cool night. Breakfast was freshly cooked and very generous. I had dinner there too and the salmon was exceptional.
The location is superb. Easy walk from the train and then you’re right in the heart of the city. Staff are friendly and nothing too much trouble. The bedroom and en-suite were lovely but the only issue I had was the bed in Room 2 was really uncomfortable. I don’t usually notice these things but it did detract. The duvet was also wafer thin on a cool night. Breakfast was freshly cooked and very generous. I had dinner there too and the salmon was exceptional.
8
John
Sep 16, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The location of the hotel is great York Minster 2 minute walk away, room great for our needs and Breakfast was lovely. Only issue is the noise from the front of the hotel we had a room at the front and could hear everything plus why the rooms windows were being cleaned at 7.30am was bit of a shock.
The location of the hotel is great York Minster 2 minute walk away, room great for our needs and Breakfast was lovely. Only issue is the noise from the front of the hotel we had a room at the front and could hear everything plus why the rooms windows were being cleaned at 7.30am was bit of a shock.
8
Brian P
Jan 3, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The hotel has lots of charm and the staff are friendly and helpful, especially David the receptionist/bar man. The room I was in was above the restaurant which was a little noisy late in the evening. The bedroom was warm but the shower room was cold. Very central for everything and a good range of options for breakfast. The rooms are in need of some TLC but I would stay again despite that.
The hotel has lots of charm and the staff are friendly and helpful, especially David the receptionist/bar man. The room I was in was above the restaurant which was a little noisy late in the evening. The bedroom was warm but the shower room was cold. Very central for everything and a good range of options for breakfast. The rooms are in need of some TLC but I would stay again despite that.
10
Amanda
Dec 10, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Great food and service. The room was small but we were aware of that. Just the main tv channels were unavailable which was a little frustrating. Otherwise a lovely stay.
Great food and service. The room was small but we were aware of that. Just the main tv channels were unavailable which was a little frustrating. Otherwise a lovely stay.
8
James
May 23, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Perfect location for a visit to York and really excellent breakfast. Our room at the top of the hotel was very compact but reasonably comfortable. The en-suite shower room was definitely the smallest we have ever seen. Usable but tiny- and for larger people probably challenging!
Perfect location for a visit to York and really excellent breakfast. Our room at the top of the hotel was very compact but reasonably comfortable. The en-suite shower room was definitely the smallest we have ever seen. Usable but tiny- and for larger people probably challenging!
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Peter
May 21, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
DO NOT stay at this property if you want to sleep past 4.50 am. Road noise/bucket carts/deliveries commenced at 4.50 am, single glazed windows (I understand it’s a conservation area) do not keep out a conversation far less lorry engines and sounds of loading or unloading.
DO NOT stay at this property if you want to sleep past 4.50 am. Road noise/bucket carts/deliveries commenced at 4.50 am, single glazed windows (I understand it’s a conservation area) do not keep out a conversation far less lorry engines and sounds of loading or unloading.
10
John
Nov 30, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The whole experience was top drawer. The service was friendly, efficient and easy going, the bed was the best I’ve slept in in a hotel and the room lovely with a great shower. Breakfast was included with a variety of choice based around local produce and generous portions. The hotel is in a beautiful listed building that the owners have preserved and modernised in perfect harmony. Location - two minutes from the Minster in the heart of old world York - perfect. We will definitely be back.
The whole experience was top drawer. The service was friendly, efficient and easy going, the bed was the best I’ve slept in in a hotel and the room lovely with a great shower. Breakfast was included with a variety of choice based around local produce and generous portions. The hotel is in a beautiful listed building that the owners have preserved and modernised in perfect harmony. Location - two minutes from the Minster in the heart of old world York - perfect. We will definitely be back.
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Service
Reviews consistently praise friendly, helpful staff and smooth check-in. Some guests mention thoughtful touches and occasional early check-in.
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IVAN
Aug 18, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Located in a very beautiful location within walking distance of several points of interest, such as The Shambles, York Minster, the City Walls, bars, and restaurants. The breakfast served in the morning is truly exquisite. The room and the hotel in general seemed very clean, in excellent condition despite being an old building, and safe. The attention and friendliness of the front desk and breakfast staff were exceptional!
Located in a very beautiful location within walking distance of several points of interest, such as The Shambles, York Minster, the City Walls, bars, and restaurants. The breakfast served in the morning is truly exquisite. The room and the hotel in general seemed very clean, in excellent condition despite being an old building, and safe. The attention and friendliness of the front desk and breakfast staff were exceptional!
8
Mercedes
Jun 3, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
EXCELLENT STAFF.
EXCELLENT STAFF.
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Christopher
Dec 2, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The receptionist was very welcoming on arrival and we were checked in speedily. Our bedroom although small was well designed and very cosy. We ate an excellent dinner in the Forest Restaurant and breakfast was equally as good.
The receptionist was very welcoming on arrival and we were checked in speedily. Our bedroom although small was well designed and very cosy. We ate an excellent dinner in the Forest Restaurant and breakfast was equally as good.
10
Denise
Dec 15, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent place to stay. Beautiful breakfast, great staff. Excellent location
Excellent place to stay. Beautiful breakfast, great staff. Excellent location
10
Ece
Dec 15, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The room was clean, the staff was attentive, the food was delicious, and the location was great!
The room was clean, the staff was attentive, the food was delicious, and the location was great!
10
Mette
Apr 12, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely hotel. Excellent service. We Will definately come again
Lovely hotel. Excellent service. We Will definately come again
10
Kerry
Sep 24, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The location is superb. Easy walk from the train and then you’re right in the heart of the city. Staff are friendly and nothing too much trouble. The bedroom and en-suite were lovely but the only issue I had was the bed in Room 2 was really uncomfortable. I don’t usually notice these things but it did detract. The duvet was also wafer thin on a cool night. Breakfast was freshly cooked and very generous. I had dinner there too and the salmon was exceptional.
The location is superb. Easy walk from the train and then you’re right in the heart of the city. Staff are friendly and nothing too much trouble. The bedroom and en-suite were lovely but the only issue I had was the bed in Room 2 was really uncomfortable. I don’t usually notice these things but it did detract. The duvet was also wafer thin on a cool night. Breakfast was freshly cooked and very generous. I had dinner there too and the salmon was exceptional.
10
Gitte
Jul 25, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Fantastic breakfast, very friendly and helpfull staff in reception
Fantastic breakfast, very friendly and helpfull staff in reception
10
Michael
Jun 28, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Excellent location close to everything we wanted. Staff where brilliant especially Nina who is such a lovely lady very helpful in setting up a table for breakfast for a special occasion of my wife’s. Highly recommend
Excellent location close to everything we wanted. Staff where brilliant especially Nina who is such a lovely lady very helpful in setting up a table for breakfast for a special occasion of my wife’s. Highly recommend
10
John
Nov 30, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The whole experience was top drawer. The service was friendly, efficient and easy going, the bed was the best I’ve slept in in a hotel and the room lovely with a great shower. Breakfast was included with a variety of choice based around local produce and generous portions. The hotel is in a beautiful listed building that the owners have preserved and modernised in perfect harmony. Location - two minutes from the Minster in the heart of old world York - perfect. We will definitely be back.
The whole experience was top drawer. The service was friendly, efficient and easy going, the bed was the best I’ve slept in in a hotel and the room lovely with a great shower. Breakfast was included with a variety of choice based around local produce and generous portions. The hotel is in a beautiful listed building that the owners have preserved and modernised in perfect harmony. Location - two minutes from the Minster in the heart of old world York - perfect. We will definitely be back.
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Location
Exceptionally central near York Minster and the Shambles, with easy walking access to sights and the train station. The prime location also brings early morning delivery noise for some rooms.
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Sally
Nov 16, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Second time staying at this hotel and had another fabulous stay. Lovely room, great location and breakfast 👌
Second time staying at this hotel and had another fabulous stay. Lovely room, great location and breakfast 👌
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IVAN
Aug 18, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Located in a very beautiful location within walking distance of several points of interest, such as The Shambles, York Minster, the City Walls, bars, and restaurants. The breakfast served in the morning is truly exquisite. The room and the hotel in general seemed very clean, in excellent condition despite being an old building, and safe. The attention and friendliness of the front desk and breakfast staff were exceptional!
Located in a very beautiful location within walking distance of several points of interest, such as The Shambles, York Minster, the City Walls, bars, and restaurants. The breakfast served in the morning is truly exquisite. The room and the hotel in general seemed very clean, in excellent condition despite being an old building, and safe. The attention and friendliness of the front desk and breakfast staff were exceptional!
10
Jennifer
Oct 7, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Perfect location. Conveniently located in the Shambles area. Lots to see and do. Would definitely recommend!
Perfect location. Conveniently located in the Shambles area. Lots to see and do. Would definitely recommend!
10
Shana
Sep 13, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
I loved staying here! It is right in the heart of Old York, around the corner from York Minster and the Shambles. For a listed property, it had modern washrooms and comfy bed. There are no lifts, mind, so if you are not comfortable going up and down narrow stairs, this is not the property for you. Also, you will probably need to walk to the location, as it is in the historic part of York. If you do like a historic lodge with helpful staff, right in the middle of the action, where you can walk everywhere and hear the bells of the Minster, this is the place. Breakfast was good, with plenty of choices. I would love to come again in the future!
I loved staying here! It is right in the heart of Old York, around the corner from York Minster and the Shambles. For a listed property, it had modern washrooms and comfy bed. There are no lifts, mind, so if you are not comfortable going up and down narrow stairs, this is not the property for you. Also, you will probably need to walk to the location, as it is in the historic part of York. If you do like a historic lodge with helpful staff, right in the middle of the action, where you can walk everywhere and hear the bells of the Minster, this is the place. Breakfast was good, with plenty of choices. I would love to come again in the future!
10
Denise
Dec 15, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent place to stay. Beautiful breakfast, great staff. Excellent location
Excellent place to stay. Beautiful breakfast, great staff. Excellent location
10
Karen
Jul 2, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Brilliant location for exploring York. Staff were really helpful and friendly. Good options for breakfast. Easy walk from the train station. Would definitely stay here again if we come back to York.
Brilliant location for exploring York. Staff were really helpful and friendly. Good options for breakfast. Easy walk from the train station. Would definitely stay here again if we come back to York.
10
Brenda
Jun 15, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
A lovely little Hotel which is very central for both the Minster and shopping. 15 minute walk to York Station.
A lovely little Hotel which is very central for both the Minster and shopping. 15 minute walk to York Station.
8
John
Sep 16, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The location of the hotel is great York Minster 2 minute walk away, room great for our needs and Breakfast was lovely. Only issue is the noise from the front of the hotel we had a room at the front and could hear everything plus why the rooms windows were being cleaned at 7.30am was bit of a shock.
The location of the hotel is great York Minster 2 minute walk away, room great for our needs and Breakfast was lovely. Only issue is the noise from the front of the hotel we had a room at the front and could hear everything plus why the rooms windows were being cleaned at 7.30am was bit of a shock.
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NICHOLAS
Nov 8, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Excellant stay. Staff really friendly and helpful. The breakfast was excellant.The location of the hotel is excellant, just one problem the whole of the centre is in a pedestrianised area making transporting luggage to the hotel difficult.
Excellant stay. Staff really friendly and helpful. The breakfast was excellant.The location of the hotel is excellant, just one problem the whole of the centre is in a pedestrianised area making transporting luggage to the hotel difficult.
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Peter
May 21, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
DO NOT stay at this property if you want to sleep past 4.50 am. Road noise/bucket carts/deliveries commenced at 4.50 am, single glazed windows (I understand it’s a conservation area) do not keep out a conversation far less lorry engines and sounds of loading or unloading.
DO NOT stay at this property if you want to sleep past 4.50 am. Road noise/bucket carts/deliveries commenced at 4.50 am, single glazed windows (I understand it’s a conservation area) do not keep out a conversation far less lorry engines and sounds of loading or unloading.
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Dining
Breakfast is widely praised for quality, choice and generous portions, and many enjoyed dinners at the Forest restaurant. Some note limited cold options or isolated issues like juice quality or temperature.
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Henrik Storm
Jul 26, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Cozy little hotel in an old building, but with hospitality and charm. Friendly staff always willing to help you. Traditional english breakfast served in the restaurant, always with a smile. Fine for a stay in York and close to York minster.
Cozy little hotel in an old building, but with hospitality and charm. Friendly staff always willing to help you. Traditional english breakfast served in the restaurant, always with a smile. Fine for a stay in York and close to York minster.
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IVAN
Aug 18, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Located in a very beautiful location within walking distance of several points of interest, such as The Shambles, York Minster, the City Walls, bars, and restaurants. The breakfast served in the morning is truly exquisite. The room and the hotel in general seemed very clean, in excellent condition despite being an old building, and safe. The attention and friendliness of the front desk and breakfast staff were exceptional!
Located in a very beautiful location within walking distance of several points of interest, such as The Shambles, York Minster, the City Walls, bars, and restaurants. The breakfast served in the morning is truly exquisite. The room and the hotel in general seemed very clean, in excellent condition despite being an old building, and safe. The attention and friendliness of the front desk and breakfast staff were exceptional!
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Lorraine
Sep 26, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Great find, perfect location great price. Forest restaurant dinner was superb, breakfast was mediocre ; apart from soft boiled eggs which were perfectly runny( a rare treat) Awful OJ. The Forest was a very strange decor . I get that it was supposed to be in the forest but it was brimming with dusty plastic Ivy !?! Very comedic decor. The rest of the set up was very nice and service superb. Room was compact and super cute.
Great find, perfect location great price. Forest restaurant dinner was superb, breakfast was mediocre ; apart from soft boiled eggs which were perfectly runny( a rare treat) Awful OJ. The Forest was a very strange decor . I get that it was supposed to be in the forest but it was brimming with dusty plastic Ivy !?! Very comedic decor. The rest of the set up was very nice and service superb. Room was compact and super cute.
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Sue
Oct 10, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
No fresh fruit, cereal or pastries option for breakfast, just a cooked breakfast which was okay but not if you are watching your calories. Room too rustic for my liking and in great need of a shower upgrade. However, the location couldn't be better.
No fresh fruit, cereal or pastries option for breakfast, just a cooked breakfast which was okay but not if you are watching your calories. Room too rustic for my liking and in great need of a shower upgrade. However, the location couldn't be better.
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Christopher
Dec 2, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The receptionist was very welcoming on arrival and we were checked in speedily. Our bedroom although small was well designed and very cosy. We ate an excellent dinner in the Forest Restaurant and breakfast was equally as good.
The receptionist was very welcoming on arrival and we were checked in speedily. Our bedroom although small was well designed and very cosy. We ate an excellent dinner in the Forest Restaurant and breakfast was equally as good.
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M
Dec 12, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Perfect location Comfy attractive room with great view from the skylights. Let down by the bathroom, servicable but could do with some tlc. Delicious dinner in restaurant and good breakfast. Menus need sorting out as the food cost significsntly more on the menu in the restaurant than the menu in the room.
Perfect location Comfy attractive room with great view from the skylights. Let down by the bathroom, servicable but could do with some tlc. Delicious dinner in restaurant and good breakfast. Menus need sorting out as the food cost significsntly more on the menu in the restaurant than the menu in the room.
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Kerry
Sep 24, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The location is superb. Easy walk from the train and then you’re right in the heart of the city. Staff are friendly and nothing too much trouble. The bedroom and en-suite were lovely but the only issue I had was the bed in Room 2 was really uncomfortable. I don’t usually notice these things but it did detract. The duvet was also wafer thin on a cool night. Breakfast was freshly cooked and very generous. I had dinner there too and the salmon was exceptional.
The location is superb. Easy walk from the train and then you’re right in the heart of the city. Staff are friendly and nothing too much trouble. The bedroom and en-suite were lovely but the only issue I had was the bed in Room 2 was really uncomfortable. I don’t usually notice these things but it did detract. The duvet was also wafer thin on a cool night. Breakfast was freshly cooked and very generous. I had dinner there too and the salmon was exceptional.
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Stuart
Dec 10, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Breakfast was fantastic.
Breakfast was fantastic.
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Richard
Mar 21, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great place, fabulous location. Great room & fabulous breakfast. Really friendly helpful staff.
Great place, fabulous location. Great room & fabulous breakfast. Really friendly helpful staff.
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John
Nov 30, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The whole experience was top drawer. The service was friendly, efficient and easy going, the bed was the best I’ve slept in in a hotel and the room lovely with a great shower. Breakfast was included with a variety of choice based around local produce and generous portions. The hotel is in a beautiful listed building that the owners have preserved and modernised in perfect harmony. Location - two minutes from the Minster in the heart of old world York - perfect. We will definitely be back.
The whole experience was top drawer. The service was friendly, efficient and easy going, the bed was the best I’ve slept in in a hotel and the room lovely with a great shower. Breakfast was included with a variety of choice based around local produce and generous portions. The hotel is in a beautiful listed building that the owners have preserved and modernised in perfect harmony. Location - two minutes from the Minster in the heart of old world York - perfect. We will definitely be back.
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Mina
Jul 24, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Excellent breakfast and super helpful staff, really nice location by the Minster and a cozy room!
Excellent breakfast and super helpful staff, really nice location by the Minster and a cozy room!
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Andy
Jul 23, 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Great pet friendly hotel, great location & great restaurant *****
Great pet friendly hotel, great location & great restaurant *****
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KENDRA
Jul 20, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful quirky hotel, right in the centre of York. Staff were all so nice and friendly, the room we had was small but had everything we needed. Perfect location and the breakfast was perfect. Definitely will be going back.
Beautiful quirky hotel, right in the centre of York. Staff were all so nice and friendly, the room we had was small but had everything we needed. Perfect location and the breakfast was perfect. Definitely will be going back.
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Alfredo
Jul 20, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
This is a quaint, cute property at a perfect location. The staff was nice and helpful. Not many amenities, but a clean and pretty room.
This is a quaint, cute property at a perfect location. The staff was nice and helpful. Not many amenities, but a clean and pretty room.
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Paul
Jul 19, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Perfect location -one minute from the Minster (what more do you want?). Lovely staff and comfortable room. Ideal base for visiting York. Excellent breakfast, too!
Perfect location -one minute from the Minster (what more do you want?). Lovely staff and comfortable room. Ideal base for visiting York. Excellent breakfast, too!
FAQs about Galtres Lodge Hotel & Forest Restaurant
Is parking available at the hotel?
Discounted parking is available nearby, with a fee of GBP 24.00 per day for offsite parking located approximately 1640 ft away. Reservations are not required.
What type of breakfast is offered?
A complimentary English breakfast is served daily from 8 AM to 10 AM.
Does the hotel allow pets?
Pets are allowed in specific rooms only, with a fee of GBP 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM, and check-out is by 10:30 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.
What accessibility features does the hotel offer?
The hotel features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities. Specific details about accessible rooms and bathrooms are not provided.
Where is the hotel located in relation to local attractions?
The hotel is located in the City Centre, just steps from York Minster and a 4-minute walk from Shambles. It is approximately 1.9 mi (3 km) from the University of York and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from York Racecourse.
What are the hotel's policies regarding children?
Children are welcome at the hotel, and there is no minimum age for children to stay for free.
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Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 15 years old.
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
- Cashless transactions are available
- Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
- This property allows pets in specific rooms only (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can request one of these rooms by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
- Nearby parking fee: GBP 24.00 per day (1640 ft away)
- Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per night
- Service animals are exempt from fees
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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