23 St Mary's
US$145
/ night
Avg. for October
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US$145
/ night
Avg. for October
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at 23 St Mary's average US$145 in the cheapest month (October) and US$292 in the most expensive month (August), based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
|---|---|
| January | US$158 |
| February | US$184 |
| March | US$211 |
| April | US$230 |
| May | US$256 |
| June | US$234 |
| July | US$251 |
| August | US$292 |
| October | US$145 |
| November | US$156 |
| December | US$170 |
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Most expensive: August (~US$292)
Cheapest: October (~US$145)
About this property
Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and tour/ticket assistance.
Amenities
Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and tour/ticket assistance.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and luggage storage. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Dining
Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli, or stay in and take advantage of the bed & breakfast's room service. Full breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee.
Rooms
Stay in one of 9 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers, housekeeping is provided daily, and irons/ironing boards can be requested.
Location
A stay at 23 St Mary's places you in the heart of York, within a 15-minute walk of York Minster and York Christmas Market. This bed & breakfast is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Shambles and 0.6 mi (1 km) from York City Walls.
What's nearby
St Mary's Lodge(0.1 Miles)
Yorkshire Museum Gardens(0.1 Miles)
St. Olave's Church(0.1 Miles)
St. Mary's Abbey(0.2 Miles)
Hospitium(0.2 Miles)
Yorkshire Museum(0.2 Miles)
Multangular Tower(0.3 Miles)
Bootham Bar(0.3 Miles)
York Art Gallery(0.3 Miles)
York Central Library(0.3 Miles)
York Theatre Royal(0.4 Miles)
King's Manor(0.4 Miles)
York Guildhall(0.4 Miles)
York Mansion House(0.4 Miles)
St. Helen's Square(0.4 Miles)
The nearest major airport is Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford)(31.1 Miles)
Parking
Free wi-fi
Picnic area/Tables
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Breakfast Available (surcharge)
Location
23 St. Mary's, St. Mary's, Bootham, Bootham, Bootham, York, England, United Kingdom
St Mary's Lodge (0.1 Miles)
Yorkshire Museum Gardens (0.1 Miles)
St. Olave's Church (0.1 Miles)
St. Mary's Abbey (0.2 Miles)
Hospitium (0.2 Miles)
Yorkshire Museum (0.2 Miles)
Room options
4
Super King Or Twin Room with City View
Room details
2 Single Beds
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)TV
6
Family Quadruple Room
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
and 2 Single Beds
2 Single Beds
and 2 Single Beds
Sleeps 4
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Crib(s) (Free)
16
Standard Double Room
Room details
1 Double Bed
Sleeps 2
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)TV
10
Deluxe Double Room
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)TV
7
Deluxe Family Room
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
and 1 Single Bed
2 Single Beds
and 1 Single Bed
Sleeps 2
183 ft²
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Rollaway or Extra Beds (Extra Fee)
6
Deluxe Four Poster Room
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)TV
Guest reviews of 23 St Mary's
9
Superb
Based on 541 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Couple
100%
What guests think
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Travellers depict 23 St Mary's as a charming, well-kept B&B on a quiet street within easy walking distance of York Minster, the museum gardens, and the train station, with cozy decor and rooms that feel welcoming after sightseeing.
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What guests think
Travellers depict 23 St Mary's as a charming, well-kept B&B on a quiet street within easy walking distance of York Minster, the museum gardens, and the train station, with cozy decor and rooms that feel welcoming after sightseeing.
Staff are widely praised as friendly and helpful, with smooth arrivals, though self check in is common after mid afternoon and on site presence is limited later. Rooms are generally comfortable and very clean, but several note small layouts, weak or awkward showers, occasional heat in warm weather, and some creaks or plumbing noises in this older house. Breakfast earns frequent compliments for quality, typically offered at an additional charge. Best for travelers who prefer character and a homely B&B experience over extensive hotel amenities.
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Facilities
Facilities are limited: no elevator and several narrow stairs. Parking is limited and paid, and on site staff are not present later in the day, with self check in used.
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Margaret
24 Mar 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Delightful house and room. Check in information was a two step process as there is no front desk, but were able to call for needed information. Great location close to city center.
Delightful house and room. Check in information was a two step process as there is no front desk, but were able to call for needed information. Great location close to city center.
10
Sarah
26 Jan 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
A super relaxing two night stay at 23 St Mary’s. The staff were helpful and friendly. We were pleased to have a comfy cosy room to come back to after exploring the city. A short walk along the riverside or thru the museum gardens brings you to the heart of the action. So many independent shops, interesting alleyways, good pubs, lovely cafes to investigate. Also check out the busy shambles market. Highlights were Guy Fawkes inn, (nice cosy outdoor space) Valhalla Viking themed pub, Sandwitches cafe (gorgeous food & fab decor) Bennett’s cafe for people watching, and the ‘shop that must not be named’ if you’re willing to queue… or visit later in the day when it’s quieter. We will definitely visit York again, and when we do, we will be booking 23 St Mary’s for a warm welcome & convenient location. Parking is chargeable, but worth it.
A super relaxing two night stay at 23 St Mary’s. The staff were helpful and friendly. We were pleased to have a comfy cosy room to come back to after exploring the city. A short walk along the riverside or thru the museum gardens brings you to the heart of the action. So many independent shops, interesting alleyways, good pubs, lovely cafes to investigate. Also check out the busy shambles market. Highlights were Guy Fawkes inn, (nice cosy outdoor space) Valhalla Viking themed pub, Sandwitches cafe (gorgeous food & fab decor) Bennett’s cafe for people watching, and the ‘shop that must not be named’ if you’re willing to queue… or visit later in the day when it’s quieter. We will definitely visit York again, and when we do, we will be booking 23 St Mary’s for a warm welcome & convenient location. Parking is chargeable, but worth it.
8
John
16 Dec 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
An old property with some of the period features still intact. A quirky property in a quiet area, convenient for the city centre. We chose to travel by train because we were uncertain about the parking arrangements. We discovered that parking is very limited and comes at a cost. Overall the accommodation was good, clean and the staff were extremely helpful and friendly.
An old property with some of the period features still intact. A quirky property in a quiet area, convenient for the city centre. We chose to travel by train because we were uncertain about the parking arrangements. We discovered that parking is very limited and comes at a cost. Overall the accommodation was good, clean and the staff were extremely helpful and friendly.
8
Carl
3 Dec 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Very well presented property, beautiful lounge and dining room. My room was very well presented, but slightly let down since to access I had to leave the rear door of the property and travel down quite steep external steps. Once inside pretty good, just getting there less appealing.
Very well presented property, beautiful lounge and dining room. My room was very well presented, but slightly let down since to access I had to leave the rear door of the property and travel down quite steep external steps. Once inside pretty good, just getting there less appealing.
4
Donna
31 Jul 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The bedroom and bathroom were clean , plenty of tea, coffee , towels and toilet rolls , the bedroom was at the top of the house , a lot of stairs to go up , room was too Hot , fan was useless has seen better days , a lot of noise from bathroom fan and fan outside and noisy plumbing , came home a day early , lack of sleep from the heat and noise
The bedroom and bathroom were clean , plenty of tea, coffee , towels and toilet rolls , the bedroom was at the top of the house , a lot of stairs to go up , room was too Hot , fan was useless has seen better days , a lot of noise from bathroom fan and fan outside and noisy plumbing , came home a day early , lack of sleep from the heat and noise
10
F
24 Sept 2024
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Stayed 1 night
lovely stay - my only complaints would be that the shower was a dribble really, and we weren't the only room that said it! Lovely house, lots of stairs - didn't stay for breakfast - the only other thing was the children in the house opposite though - children only the parents could be proud of - they were shouting not nice things out the window - not very nice language either!
lovely stay - my only complaints would be that the shower was a dribble really, and we weren't the only room that said it! Lovely house, lots of stairs - didn't stay for breakfast - the only other thing was the children in the house opposite though - children only the parents could be proud of - they were shouting not nice things out the window - not very nice language either!
8
Elena
14 Dec 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Quiet neighborhood within walking distance of York sights. Breakfast was delicious, but it cost £15 per person. The cook staff was wonderful. Two small problems… be sure to tell them in advance if you need a parking spot. We almost didn’t get one. It was £10 per night for parking with the hotel. It would have cost more in the nearby lot. Also, no one went in our room to freshen the dishes or towels. All that said, it was clean and comfortable and in a great location.
Quiet neighborhood within walking distance of York sights. Breakfast was delicious, but it cost £15 per person. The cook staff was wonderful. Two small problems… be sure to tell them in advance if you need a parking spot. We almost didn’t get one. It was £10 per night for parking with the hotel. It would have cost more in the nearby lot. Also, no one went in our room to freshen the dishes or towels. All that said, it was clean and comfortable and in a great location.
8
Helen
28 Feb 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely house, beautifully decorated with nice period and artistic touches. Comfortable en-suite room, plumbing a bit Victorian so needed a lot of effort to flush! No on-site presence at night, breakfast order to be made the night before, cash payment preferred. Quite pricey for B&B.
Lovely house, beautifully decorated with nice period and artistic touches. Comfortable en-suite room, plumbing a bit Victorian so needed a lot of effort to flush! No on-site presence at night, breakfast order to be made the night before, cash payment preferred. Quite pricey for B&B.
8
Stephanie
17 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nice and quaint little B&B! Be prepared that there is no elevator - I was on the top floor myself. But lovely for a one-night stay. Staff was responsive and friendly, and check-in was smooth. Though a note: if you check in after 2, staff will not be onsite to let you in (they leave you with easy instructions, however). Would come back again!
Nice and quaint little B&B! Be prepared that there is no elevator - I was on the top floor myself. But lovely for a one-night stay. Staff was responsive and friendly, and check-in was smooth. Though a note: if you check in after 2, staff will not be onsite to let you in (they leave you with easy instructions, however). Would come back again!
8
Nancy
17 Jun 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The room was clean and had all the advertised amenities. Unfortunately when we stayed it was very warm and the windows only vented a little so there was no cross ventilation. The fan helped, but it was uncomfortable. The stairs were also very narrow up to the third floor and hard to navigate with large suitcases.
The room was clean and had all the advertised amenities. Unfortunately when we stayed it was very warm and the windows only vented a little so there was no cross ventilation. The fan helped, but it was uncomfortable. The stairs were also very narrow up to the third floor and hard to navigate with large suitcases.
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Cleanliness
Reviews consistently note very clean rooms and common areas. A few mention minor lapses such as a dirty kettle, carpet spots, or limited in stay refresh.
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10
Jill
18 Oct 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
A very clean quaint B&B in an excellent location. Check in was a snap. Staff was cheery, helpful and respectful.
A very clean quaint B&B in an excellent location. Check in was a snap. Staff was cheery, helpful and respectful.
10
Robert
28 Apr 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The property was clean and staff very helpful.
The property was clean and staff very helpful.
8
Sandra
28 Apr 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Lovely place. Wonderful location. Quiet. The only thing I could say would be a few dirty spots on the carpet need cleaning.
Lovely place. Wonderful location. Quiet. The only thing I could say would be a few dirty spots on the carpet need cleaning.
10
Pamela
26 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Absolute gem of a B&B near the Minster. I traveled with a friend from the US so she could see York. The B&B is ideally situated a short walk from the city walls and York Minster. It never felt too far to walk back from the city attractions, but it was far enough out of the centre to be quiet and feel safe. The room was spacious, immaculately clean, and comfortable. The staff are lovely. Nothing was too much to ask. Very accommodating; great communication. Don't be put off by the self-check in after 4 pm. It's very easy.
Absolute gem of a B&B near the Minster. I traveled with a friend from the US so she could see York. The B&B is ideally situated a short walk from the city walls and York Minster. It never felt too far to walk back from the city attractions, but it was far enough out of the centre to be quiet and feel safe. The room was spacious, immaculately clean, and comfortable. The staff are lovely. Nothing was too much to ask. Very accommodating; great communication. Don't be put off by the self-check in after 4 pm. It's very easy.
10
Maria
9 Feb 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely stay! Perfect location near York Station and city centre. Cute and clean room.
Lovely stay! Perfect location near York Station and city centre. Cute and clean room.
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Elena
14 Dec 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Quiet neighborhood within walking distance of York sights. Breakfast was delicious, but it cost £15 per person. The cook staff was wonderful. Two small problems… be sure to tell them in advance if you need a parking spot. We almost didn’t get one. It was £10 per night for parking with the hotel. It would have cost more in the nearby lot. Also, no one went in our room to freshen the dishes or towels. All that said, it was clean and comfortable and in a great location.
Quiet neighborhood within walking distance of York sights. Breakfast was delicious, but it cost £15 per person. The cook staff was wonderful. Two small problems… be sure to tell them in advance if you need a parking spot. We almost didn’t get one. It was £10 per night for parking with the hotel. It would have cost more in the nearby lot. Also, no one went in our room to freshen the dishes or towels. All that said, it was clean and comfortable and in a great location.
10
Kaitlyn
3 Feb 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Loved my stay! Very clean and cozy. The staff were very helpful.
Loved my stay! Very clean and cozy. The staff were very helpful.
6
Ingunn
10 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Cosy hotel. The fire alarm went off in the evening and it took half an hour before the owner came to the hotel and had no explenation why it went off. The water heater for tea was very dirty and not recomended to use.
Cosy hotel. The fire alarm went off in the evening and it took half an hour before the owner came to the hotel and had no explenation why it went off. The water heater for tea was very dirty and not recomended to use.
10
Mandy
2 Sept 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Very friendly. Spotlessly clean. Bedding was super soft and felt lovely. If I'm ever in York again I wouldn't hesitate in staying there again.
Very friendly. Spotlessly clean. Bedding was super soft and felt lovely. If I'm ever in York again I wouldn't hesitate in staying there again.
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Gloria
4 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
It was a greally lovely stay. the place was really sweet and beautifully decorated. The staff were really lovely and attentive. Arriving early was no problem for us and we could drop our bags off etc etc so they were great. The location was excellent and you could walk into the centre of town within 5-10 mins! The cleanliness of the place was impressive. I loved how clean it was. We were on the top floor. The only issue was the quietness. I say quietness because it was not really noisy. The house was old, so you could hear the floors creaks and the pipes a little bit We are light sleepers so we struggled a little bit.
It was a greally lovely stay. the place was really sweet and beautifully decorated. The staff were really lovely and attentive. Arriving early was no problem for us and we could drop our bags off etc etc so they were great. The location was excellent and you could walk into the centre of town within 5-10 mins! The cleanliness of the place was impressive. I loved how clean it was. We were on the top floor. The only issue was the quietness. I say quietness because it was not really noisy. The house was old, so you could hear the floors creaks and the pipes a little bit We are light sleepers so we struggled a little bit.
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Rooms
Rooms are comfortable and attractively decorated, with some larger options. Several guests report small layouts, weak or awkward showers, occasional heat in warm weather, and some creaks or plumbing noise.
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Shiro
28 May 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Very nice, large room. Friendly staffs.
Very nice, large room. Friendly staffs.
6
Helen
22 Mar 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Good location for what we wanted to do. Short walk into the city. Disappointed by the size of the room, very small not like those in the pictures on the hotels.com profile. Not enough hot water for a shower this morning, poor tv reception.
Good location for what we wanted to do. Short walk into the city. Disappointed by the size of the room, very small not like those in the pictures on the hotels.com profile. Not enough hot water for a shower this morning, poor tv reception.
10
Pamela
26 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Absolute gem of a B&B near the Minster. I traveled with a friend from the US so she could see York. The B&B is ideally situated a short walk from the city walls and York Minster. It never felt too far to walk back from the city attractions, but it was far enough out of the centre to be quiet and feel safe. The room was spacious, immaculately clean, and comfortable. The staff are lovely. Nothing was too much to ask. Very accommodating; great communication. Don't be put off by the self-check in after 4 pm. It's very easy.
Absolute gem of a B&B near the Minster. I traveled with a friend from the US so she could see York. The B&B is ideally situated a short walk from the city walls and York Minster. It never felt too far to walk back from the city attractions, but it was far enough out of the centre to be quiet and feel safe. The room was spacious, immaculately clean, and comfortable. The staff are lovely. Nothing was too much to ask. Very accommodating; great communication. Don't be put off by the self-check in after 4 pm. It's very easy.
4
Donna
31 Jul 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The bedroom and bathroom were clean , plenty of tea, coffee , towels and toilet rolls , the bedroom was at the top of the house , a lot of stairs to go up , room was too Hot , fan was useless has seen better days , a lot of noise from bathroom fan and fan outside and noisy plumbing , came home a day early , lack of sleep from the heat and noise
The bedroom and bathroom were clean , plenty of tea, coffee , towels and toilet rolls , the bedroom was at the top of the house , a lot of stairs to go up , room was too Hot , fan was useless has seen better days , a lot of noise from bathroom fan and fan outside and noisy plumbing , came home a day early , lack of sleep from the heat and noise
10
F
24 Sept 2024
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Stayed 1 night
lovely stay - my only complaints would be that the shower was a dribble really, and we weren't the only room that said it! Lovely house, lots of stairs - didn't stay for breakfast - the only other thing was the children in the house opposite though - children only the parents could be proud of - they were shouting not nice things out the window - not very nice language either!
lovely stay - my only complaints would be that the shower was a dribble really, and we weren't the only room that said it! Lovely house, lots of stairs - didn't stay for breakfast - the only other thing was the children in the house opposite though - children only the parents could be proud of - they were shouting not nice things out the window - not very nice language either!
6
Carmel
15 May 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location, nice towels, nice cookies. Small room, small bathroom, parking off site and charged, brekky also extra. Worst part? No water pressure in the shower.
Great location, nice towels, nice cookies. Small room, small bathroom, parking off site and charged, brekky also extra. Worst part? No water pressure in the shower.
8
Gloria
4 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
It was a greally lovely stay. the place was really sweet and beautifully decorated. The staff were really lovely and attentive. Arriving early was no problem for us and we could drop our bags off etc etc so they were great. The location was excellent and you could walk into the centre of town within 5-10 mins! The cleanliness of the place was impressive. I loved how clean it was. We were on the top floor. The only issue was the quietness. I say quietness because it was not really noisy. The house was old, so you could hear the floors creaks and the pipes a little bit We are light sleepers so we struggled a little bit.
It was a greally lovely stay. the place was really sweet and beautifully decorated. The staff were really lovely and attentive. Arriving early was no problem for us and we could drop our bags off etc etc so they were great. The location was excellent and you could walk into the centre of town within 5-10 mins! The cleanliness of the place was impressive. I loved how clean it was. We were on the top floor. The only issue was the quietness. I say quietness because it was not really noisy. The house was old, so you could hear the floors creaks and the pipes a little bit We are light sleepers so we struggled a little bit.
10
Kirsten
21 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful rooms, super comfortable bed and great location
Beautiful rooms, super comfortable bed and great location
8
Andrew
24 Oct 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The property is ideally located for central York. The young lady who gave me the room key was very helpful and informative and very pleasant. I had room 7 on the top floor which was very clean, great bed and bedding. Well stocked coffee facilities. My only criticism would be the shower which is located in the bath tub under the eves and difficult for a tall person and not powerful. Would definitely recommend and return there.
The property is ideally located for central York. The young lady who gave me the room key was very helpful and informative and very pleasant. I had room 7 on the top floor which was very clean, great bed and bedding. Well stocked coffee facilities. My only criticism would be the shower which is located in the bath tub under the eves and difficult for a tall person and not powerful. Would definitely recommend and return there.
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Nancy
17 Jun 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The room was clean and had all the advertised amenities. Unfortunately when we stayed it was very warm and the windows only vented a little so there was no cross ventilation. The fan helped, but it was uncomfortable. The stairs were also very narrow up to the third floor and hard to navigate with large suitcases.
The room was clean and had all the advertised amenities. Unfortunately when we stayed it was very warm and the windows only vented a little so there was no cross ventilation. The fan helped, but it was uncomfortable. The stairs were also very narrow up to the third floor and hard to navigate with large suitcases.
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Service
Service is widely described as friendly and helpful, with smooth arrivals. Expect self check in after mid afternoon and limited on site presence later.
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Janice
19 Jul 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Excellent location and great service and staff
Excellent location and great service and staff
8
Margaret
24 Mar 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Delightful house and room. Check in information was a two step process as there is no front desk, but were able to call for needed information. Great location close to city center.
Delightful house and room. Check in information was a two step process as there is no front desk, but were able to call for needed information. Great location close to city center.
10
Pamela
26 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Absolute gem of a B&B near the Minster. I traveled with a friend from the US so she could see York. The B&B is ideally situated a short walk from the city walls and York Minster. It never felt too far to walk back from the city attractions, but it was far enough out of the centre to be quiet and feel safe. The room was spacious, immaculately clean, and comfortable. The staff are lovely. Nothing was too much to ask. Very accommodating; great communication. Don't be put off by the self-check in after 4 pm. It's very easy.
Absolute gem of a B&B near the Minster. I traveled with a friend from the US so she could see York. The B&B is ideally situated a short walk from the city walls and York Minster. It never felt too far to walk back from the city attractions, but it was far enough out of the centre to be quiet and feel safe. The room was spacious, immaculately clean, and comfortable. The staff are lovely. Nothing was too much to ask. Very accommodating; great communication. Don't be put off by the self-check in after 4 pm. It's very easy.
10
Holly
13 Oct 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
Great location. Near the train station and City. Very walkable. Friendly staff.
Great location. Near the train station and City. Very walkable. Friendly staff.
10
Kaitlyn
3 Feb 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Loved my stay! Very clean and cozy. The staff were very helpful.
Loved my stay! Very clean and cozy. The staff were very helpful.
8
Stephanie
17 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nice and quaint little B&B! Be prepared that there is no elevator - I was on the top floor myself. But lovely for a one-night stay. Staff was responsive and friendly, and check-in was smooth. Though a note: if you check in after 2, staff will not be onsite to let you in (they leave you with easy instructions, however). Would come back again!
Nice and quaint little B&B! Be prepared that there is no elevator - I was on the top floor myself. But lovely for a one-night stay. Staff was responsive and friendly, and check-in was smooth. Though a note: if you check in after 2, staff will not be onsite to let you in (they leave you with easy instructions, however). Would come back again!
8
Gloria
4 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
It was a greally lovely stay. the place was really sweet and beautifully decorated. The staff were really lovely and attentive. Arriving early was no problem for us and we could drop our bags off etc etc so they were great. The location was excellent and you could walk into the centre of town within 5-10 mins! The cleanliness of the place was impressive. I loved how clean it was. We were on the top floor. The only issue was the quietness. I say quietness because it was not really noisy. The house was old, so you could hear the floors creaks and the pipes a little bit We are light sleepers so we struggled a little bit.
It was a greally lovely stay. the place was really sweet and beautifully decorated. The staff were really lovely and attentive. Arriving early was no problem for us and we could drop our bags off etc etc so they were great. The location was excellent and you could walk into the centre of town within 5-10 mins! The cleanliness of the place was impressive. I loved how clean it was. We were on the top floor. The only issue was the quietness. I say quietness because it was not really noisy. The house was old, so you could hear the floors creaks and the pipes a little bit We are light sleepers so we struggled a little bit.
8
Kathia
12 Feb 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The b&b is nice, little off the main area of downtown but not that far. Good breakfast. The room also good not that small with windows! The only complaint is the lady that runs the place I think, she checks you in and does breakfast and all, when we arrived she was gentle, she leaves at 4 and there’s no one after that, but on our check out she wouldn’t let us do it later than 10:30 majority of places do it at 12 or at least 11 am, the couple next to us in breakfast ask the same and she said no problem leave at 1 pm but not us. We left our luggage and went back later to pick it up and she was very rude, almost like making us a favor to use the bathroom wich was in the basement. Anyway no customer service at all. We will prefer to stay somewhere else next time, closer to everything and with more caring service.
The b&b is nice, little off the main area of downtown but not that far. Good breakfast. The room also good not that small with windows! The only complaint is the lady that runs the place I think, she checks you in and does breakfast and all, when we arrived she was gentle, she leaves at 4 and there’s no one after that, but on our check out she wouldn’t let us do it later than 10:30 majority of places do it at 12 or at least 11 am, the couple next to us in breakfast ask the same and she said no problem leave at 1 pm but not us. We left our luggage and went back later to pick it up and she was very rude, almost like making us a favor to use the bathroom wich was in the basement. Anyway no customer service at all. We will prefer to stay somewhere else next time, closer to everything and with more caring service.
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Richard
5 Jan 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Perfectly situated hotel within walking distance of the train station and the city centre. Very quiet street and the hotel itself is beautifully decorated. Breakfast was top notch too and the staff were super friendly. 10/10
Perfectly situated hotel within walking distance of the train station and the city centre. Very quiet street and the hotel itself is beautifully decorated. Breakfast was top notch too and the staff were super friendly. 10/10
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Elizabeth
27 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Helpful staff, good breakfast, quiet very clean room. Manager came to help with a problem in a timely fashion. Would recommend to family and friends
Helpful staff, good breakfast, quiet very clean room. Manager came to help with a problem in a timely fashion. Would recommend to family and friends
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Location
Quiet, walkable setting near York Minster, the museum gardens, and the train station. Easy access to the city centre without being in the busiest area.
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Judith
4 Jul 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Very close to main attractions and lovely room.
Very close to main attractions and lovely room.
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Sarah
26 Jan 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
A super relaxing two night stay at 23 St Mary’s. The staff were helpful and friendly. We were pleased to have a comfy cosy room to come back to after exploring the city. A short walk along the riverside or thru the museum gardens brings you to the heart of the action. So many independent shops, interesting alleyways, good pubs, lovely cafes to investigate. Also check out the busy shambles market. Highlights were Guy Fawkes inn, (nice cosy outdoor space) Valhalla Viking themed pub, Sandwitches cafe (gorgeous food & fab decor) Bennett’s cafe for people watching, and the ‘shop that must not be named’ if you’re willing to queue… or visit later in the day when it’s quieter. We will definitely visit York again, and when we do, we will be booking 23 St Mary’s for a warm welcome & convenient location. Parking is chargeable, but worth it.
A super relaxing two night stay at 23 St Mary’s. The staff were helpful and friendly. We were pleased to have a comfy cosy room to come back to after exploring the city. A short walk along the riverside or thru the museum gardens brings you to the heart of the action. So many independent shops, interesting alleyways, good pubs, lovely cafes to investigate. Also check out the busy shambles market. Highlights were Guy Fawkes inn, (nice cosy outdoor space) Valhalla Viking themed pub, Sandwitches cafe (gorgeous food & fab decor) Bennett’s cafe for people watching, and the ‘shop that must not be named’ if you’re willing to queue… or visit later in the day when it’s quieter. We will definitely visit York again, and when we do, we will be booking 23 St Mary’s for a warm welcome & convenient location. Parking is chargeable, but worth it.
10
Carol
6 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Quaint Georgian boutique lodging located a couple of blocks from the old town of York
Quaint Georgian boutique lodging located a couple of blocks from the old town of York
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Pamela
26 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Absolute gem of a B&B near the Minster. I traveled with a friend from the US so she could see York. The B&B is ideally situated a short walk from the city walls and York Minster. It never felt too far to walk back from the city attractions, but it was far enough out of the centre to be quiet and feel safe. The room was spacious, immaculately clean, and comfortable. The staff are lovely. Nothing was too much to ask. Very accommodating; great communication. Don't be put off by the self-check in after 4 pm. It's very easy.
Absolute gem of a B&B near the Minster. I traveled with a friend from the US so she could see York. The B&B is ideally situated a short walk from the city walls and York Minster. It never felt too far to walk back from the city attractions, but it was far enough out of the centre to be quiet and feel safe. The room was spacious, immaculately clean, and comfortable. The staff are lovely. Nothing was too much to ask. Very accommodating; great communication. Don't be put off by the self-check in after 4 pm. It's very easy.
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Ross
10 Nov 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Central location, clean and warm - will definitely be back!
Central location, clean and warm - will definitely be back!
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Elena
14 Dec 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Quiet neighborhood within walking distance of York sights. Breakfast was delicious, but it cost £15 per person. The cook staff was wonderful. Two small problems… be sure to tell them in advance if you need a parking spot. We almost didn’t get one. It was £10 per night for parking with the hotel. It would have cost more in the nearby lot. Also, no one went in our room to freshen the dishes or towels. All that said, it was clean and comfortable and in a great location.
Quiet neighborhood within walking distance of York sights. Breakfast was delicious, but it cost £15 per person. The cook staff was wonderful. Two small problems… be sure to tell them in advance if you need a parking spot. We almost didn’t get one. It was £10 per night for parking with the hotel. It would have cost more in the nearby lot. Also, no one went in our room to freshen the dishes or towels. All that said, it was clean and comfortable and in a great location.
10
John
13 May 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Very friendly and helpful staff, Nice quiet and convenient location. Excellent all round
Very friendly and helpful staff, Nice quiet and convenient location. Excellent all round
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Ian
3 Jul 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Had a lovely time and was well looked after. In a good spot near the train station, as well as walking distance from the centre of town.
Had a lovely time and was well looked after. In a good spot near the train station, as well as walking distance from the centre of town.
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lynn
31 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
A beautiful place to stay! Very convenient to the train station and close to York minster and the wall. We loved it!
A beautiful place to stay! Very convenient to the train station and close to York minster and the wall. We loved it!
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Richard
5 Jan 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Perfectly situated hotel within walking distance of the train station and the city centre. Very quiet street and the hotel itself is beautifully decorated. Breakfast was top notch too and the staff were super friendly. 10/10
Perfectly situated hotel within walking distance of the train station and the city centre. Very quiet street and the hotel itself is beautifully decorated. Breakfast was top notch too and the staff were super friendly. 10/10
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Dining
Breakfast is frequently praised for quality and taste. It is optional and charged separately.
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David
4 Aug 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely clean establishment, the staff are lovely and friendly. The breakfasts are very nice too.
Lovely clean establishment, the staff are lovely and friendly. The breakfasts are very nice too.
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Martin
24 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely place. Great location, staff are excellent, breakfast definitely worth the extra.
Lovely place. Great location, staff are excellent, breakfast definitely worth the extra.
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Diane
3 Jun 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Property was excellent. Food was good and plentiful. Staff very friendly and helpful. Location was outstanding.
Property was excellent. Food was good and plentiful. Staff very friendly and helpful. Location was outstanding.
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Sean
27 May 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great staff,excellent location.great accommodation and fantastic breakfast
Great staff,excellent location.great accommodation and fantastic breakfast
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Elena
14 Dec 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Quiet neighborhood within walking distance of York sights. Breakfast was delicious, but it cost £15 per person. The cook staff was wonderful. Two small problems… be sure to tell them in advance if you need a parking spot. We almost didn’t get one. It was £10 per night for parking with the hotel. It would have cost more in the nearby lot. Also, no one went in our room to freshen the dishes or towels. All that said, it was clean and comfortable and in a great location.
Quiet neighborhood within walking distance of York sights. Breakfast was delicious, but it cost £15 per person. The cook staff was wonderful. Two small problems… be sure to tell them in advance if you need a parking spot. We almost didn’t get one. It was £10 per night for parking with the hotel. It would have cost more in the nearby lot. Also, no one went in our room to freshen the dishes or towels. All that said, it was clean and comfortable and in a great location.
8
Janet
6 Dec 2022
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Stayed 3 nights
My friend and I choose this bed and breakfast because it was surprisingly difficult to find a non chain hotel with twin beds. The room was comfortable, although not spectacular but it did have character and was very clean. The beds and pillows were good. We had the optional breakfast one morning and it was excellent, really well cooked. This isn’t a hotel, there isn’t a reception or bar but extra tea and coffee items were freely available and there were some basic snacks and an honesty box. There is a lovely residents lounge. The location was very good being close to the station and Minster.
My friend and I choose this bed and breakfast because it was surprisingly difficult to find a non chain hotel with twin beds. The room was comfortable, although not spectacular but it did have character and was very clean. The beds and pillows were good. We had the optional breakfast one morning and it was excellent, really well cooked. This isn’t a hotel, there isn’t a reception or bar but extra tea and coffee items were freely available and there were some basic snacks and an honesty box. There is a lovely residents lounge. The location was very good being close to the station and Minster.
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Richard
5 Jan 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Perfectly situated hotel within walking distance of the train station and the city centre. Very quiet street and the hotel itself is beautifully decorated. Breakfast was top notch too and the staff were super friendly. 10/10
Perfectly situated hotel within walking distance of the train station and the city centre. Very quiet street and the hotel itself is beautifully decorated. Breakfast was top notch too and the staff were super friendly. 10/10
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Dawn
1 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
St Mary’s was clean, comfortable with an excellent breakfast and great location
St Mary’s was clean, comfortable with an excellent breakfast and great location
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Elizabeth
27 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Helpful staff, good breakfast, quiet very clean room. Manager came to help with a problem in a timely fashion. Would recommend to family and friends
Helpful staff, good breakfast, quiet very clean room. Manager came to help with a problem in a timely fashion. Would recommend to family and friends
10
J
24 Jul 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful three storey bed and breakfast accommodation within easy walking distance of York's attractions; there is also a car park nearby. We were attending a concert in the Museum Gardens and it was the most perfect location within a few minutes walk. Our room was extremely comfortable and we loved the little honesty tuck shop to purchase nibbles. Breakfast was delicious and all the staff were very welcoming and super friendly. A fabulous find and we will definitely book again.
Beautiful three storey bed and breakfast accommodation within easy walking distance of York's attractions; there is also a car park nearby. We were attending a concert in the Museum Gardens and it was the most perfect location within a few minutes walk. Our room was extremely comfortable and we loved the little honesty tuck shop to purchase nibbles. Breakfast was delicious and all the staff were very welcoming and super friendly. A fabulous find and we will definitely book again.
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FAQs about 23 St Mary's
Is parking available at the property?
Self-parking is available on-site for a fee of GBP 10 per day. Offsite parking is also available, requiring a reservation, at a nearby location for the same fee. Reservations are necessary for offsite parking.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
Full breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee of approximately GBP 15 for adults and GBP 10 for children.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 2:00 PM until 8:00 PM, and check-out is at 10:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but guests should contact the property in advance for arrangements.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property is not wheelchair accessible, and there are no specific features mentioned for guests with disabilities.
Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?
The property is centrally located in York, within a 15-minute walk of York Minster and Shambles. It is approximately 2.1 miles from York Racecourse and 0.3 miles from Bootham Bar. Several attractions, such as St Mary's Lodge and Yorkshire Museum Gardens, are within a 0.2-mile radius.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are welcome at the property. There is no specified minimum age for children to stay for free.
What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?
The property offers rollaway beds for a fee of GBP 10 per night. Advance request or confirmation is required for rollaway bed availability.
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There is no front desk at this property. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code. The host will greet guests on arrival. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
- Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 15 for adults and GBP 10 for children
- Self parking fee: GBP 10 per day
- Nearby parking fee: GBP 10 per day (20 ft away)
- Rollaway bed fee: GBP 10.0 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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Picnic area/Tables
Breakfast Available (surcharge)
Smoke-Free Property
Snack Bar/Deli
Not Wheelchair Accessible
Activities
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Offsite Parking Reservations Required
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Free wi-fi