The Bootham Tavern - York
$87
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Avg. for September
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$87
/ night
Avg. for September
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at The Bootham Tavern - York average $63 in January, the cheapest month, and $115 in May, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | $63 |
| February | $78 |
| March | $76 |
| April | $85 |
| May | $115 |
| June | $113 |
| July | $114 |
| August | $112 |
| September | $87 |
| October | $80 |
| November | $82 |
| December | $89 |
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About this property
This bed & breakfast offers designated smoking areas.
Amenities
This bed & breakfast offers designated smoking areas.
Business amenities
The front desk is staffed during limited hours.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 6 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms with bathtubs or showers are provided. Conveniences include desks and electric kettles, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Location
With a stay at The Bootham Tavern - York , you'll be centrally located in York, just a 3-minute walk from York Minster and 7 minutes by foot from Shambles. This bed & breakfast is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from York City Walls and 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Bootham Bar.
What's nearby
Bootham Bar(0.1 miles)
York Art Gallery(0.1 miles)
York Theatre Royal(0.1 miles)
King's Manor(0.1 miles)
Yorkshire Museum Gardens(0.1 miles)
York Minster(0.2 miles)
St. Olave's Church(0.2 miles)
York Central Library(0.2 miles)
Yorkshire Museum(0.2 miles)
St Mary's Lodge(0.2 miles)
Choir, Chapter House & Nave(0.2 miles)
Undercroft, Treasury & Crypt(0.2 miles)
York Observatory(0.2 miles)
Dean's Residence(0.2 miles)
York St. John University(0.2 miles)
The nearest major airport is Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford)(31.1 miles)
Free Wi-Fi
Non-Smoking Rooms
Housekeeping
Karaoke
Live Music
Designated Smoking Area
Location
29 Bootham, Bootham, Bootham, York, England, United Kingdom
Bootham Bar (0.1 miles)
York Art Gallery (0.1 miles)
York Theatre Royal (0.1 miles)
King's Manor (0.1 miles)
Yorkshire Museum Gardens (0.1 miles)
York Minster (0.2 miles)
Guest reviews
8.2
Very good
Based on 639 verified reviews
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Travellers describe The Bootham Tavern - York as a centrally located pub with rooms near York Minster and the city centre, walkable to major sights and the station, making it a convenient base with straightforward, good value accommodation.
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What guests think
Travellers describe The Bootham Tavern - York as a centrally located pub with rooms near York Minster and the city centre, walkable to major sights and the station, making it a convenient base with straightforward, good value accommodation.
A recurring theme is noise from the bar's live music and street traffic, especially on weekends, although some back or higher rooms are reported quiet once performances end around midnight. Rooms are generally comfortable but basic, with steep stairs and no lift, and several reports of maintenance quirks such as weak or not working showers and some rooms having only a bath; cleanliness feedback ranges from very clean to missed spots and mould. Staff are often friendly and helpful, while breakfasts are frequently praised for taste and value, though service can be patchy and breakfast starts later with occasional mix-ups or limited choice. Expect a lively stay above a busy pub rather than a quiet, full-service hotel.
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Facilities
Facilities center on the downstairs pub with regular live music, especially at weekends; several guests note noise as a result. There is a pay-and-display car park behind, and access is via steep, narrow stairs with no lift.
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Colin
Feb 3, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The single room was comfortable, clean and pleasant. It had tea making facilities, a hair drier and iron. The en suite was of a good size and private. The only draw back was the shower - it had little water pressure and the shower hose was a poor fit. I had a key to a separate entrance which gave me freedom to avoid the bar and flexibility to come and go.
The single room was comfortable, clean and pleasant. It had tea making facilities, a hair drier and iron. The en suite was of a good size and private. The only draw back was the shower - it had little water pressure and the shower hose was a poor fit. I had a key to a separate entrance which gave me freedom to avoid the bar and flexibility to come and go.
8
Philip
Sep 22, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Very close to all tourist Attractions parking just behind hotel but very expensive during the day. Free overnight from midnight until 8am. The bar has loud music at weekends which you will hear in your room so go to bed late or join in the fun at the bar.
Very close to all tourist Attractions parking just behind hotel but very expensive during the day. Free overnight from midnight until 8am. The bar has loud music at weekends which you will hear in your room so go to bed late or join in the fun at the bar.
10
Christopher
Jan 23, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely welcoming pub with excellent rooms. Even though you are above a pub and on the high street, it was silent at night. Pay and display carpark to the rear, shops and other pubs and restaurants next door. 1 min walk into the centre of York. I would stay again.
Lovely welcoming pub with excellent rooms. Even though you are above a pub and on the high street, it was silent at night. Pay and display carpark to the rear, shops and other pubs and restaurants next door. 1 min walk into the centre of York. I would stay again.
6
Heather
Jul 7, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
This property is very reasonably priced and is an excellent location. The staff is helpful and friendly.On the downside there are steep stairs up to the rooms and no lift. Window wouldnt stay open , it was very stuffy so we had to fashion our own prop stick to get air. No ceiling fan as advertised.Bathroom was clean but walls in the bedroom area were filthy. Friday night was a floor shaking 70"s tribute band until 11:30-12:00 which was fine but Saturday night was a poor ,loud band until midnight (like terrible karioke. ) Not sure I'd recommend this place without mentioning those things. Was surprised to see others giving a 10.
This property is very reasonably priced and is an excellent location. The staff is helpful and friendly.On the downside there are steep stairs up to the rooms and no lift. Window wouldnt stay open , it was very stuffy so we had to fashion our own prop stick to get air. No ceiling fan as advertised.Bathroom was clean but walls in the bedroom area were filthy. Friday night was a floor shaking 70"s tribute band until 11:30-12:00 which was fine but Saturday night was a poor ,loud band until midnight (like terrible karioke. ) Not sure I'd recommend this place without mentioning those things. Was surprised to see others giving a 10.
6
Rose
Nov 2, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The room was fine, but the live music was so loud that the floors were vibrating beneath my feet when two floors up. Thankfully it stopped by midnight, but it was still disruptive. It also would’ve been nice if they could hold luggage for a bit after checkout instead of having to pay extra to store it somewhere down the street.
The room was fine, but the live music was so loud that the floors were vibrating beneath my feet when two floors up. Thankfully it stopped by midnight, but it was still disruptive. It also would’ve been nice if they could hold luggage for a bit after checkout instead of having to pay extra to store it somewhere down the street.
8
Sue
Sep 6, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Brilliant location, near major attractions and transport options. The hotel room was lovely but a bit of a climb up the stairs! Friendly staff and great facilities
Brilliant location, near major attractions and transport options. The hotel room was lovely but a bit of a climb up the stairs! Friendly staff and great facilities
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Carla
May 18, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The room was clean. The reason I rated it average is because of the service. It was basically non-existent. We had to find someone at the bar to check us in. This person offered no welcome or friendly advice with parking or assistance in getting our luggage up the flights of stairs. No lifts. Check out was the same experience. No hospitality, not asked how our stay was or thank you for choosing them.
The room was clean. The reason I rated it average is because of the service. It was basically non-existent. We had to find someone at the bar to check us in. This person offered no welcome or friendly advice with parking or assistance in getting our luggage up the flights of stairs. No lifts. Check out was the same experience. No hospitality, not asked how our stay was or thank you for choosing them.
10
Chris
Jul 1, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
A lovely pub in the centre of York with rooms and a pay and display carpark behind it. I've stayed here before and will always stay here whenever I visit York.
A lovely pub in the centre of York with rooms and a pay and display carpark behind it. I've stayed here before and will always stay here whenever I visit York.
10
I
May 24, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Booked last minute due to limited availability and was pleasantly surprised. Easy access public Carpark around the corner, friendly staff and really nice clean room
Booked last minute due to limited availability and was pleasantly surprised. Easy access public Carpark around the corner, friendly staff and really nice clean room
10
carol
Apr 19, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
You can certainly hear the bar below if on the first floor. The Kararoke was fine the first night but the band was better the second. Watch the cab drivers first one took me on a 20£ taxi ride from the train station. Other cabs to and from were less then 10£
You can certainly hear the bar below if on the first floor. The Kararoke was fine the first night but the band was better the second. Watch the cab drivers first one took me on a 20£ taxi ride from the train station. Other cabs to and from were less then 10£
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Cleanliness
Cleanliness is inconsistent: many found rooms very clean, while others reported mould, dusty or dirty floors, stained crockery/glasses, and cobwebs.
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Elizabeth
Aug 10, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
The housekeeping was none existent, spider webs in the room very narrow stairs to rooms with a maze of doors. Very noisey hearing people leaving as well as noise form the pub and band.
The housekeeping was none existent, spider webs in the room very narrow stairs to rooms with a maze of doors. Very noisey hearing people leaving as well as noise form the pub and band.
10
Nicola
Jan 24, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Neat, clean, and comfortable room above a local pub. Thought it would be noisy, but surprisingly not. Very centrally located and short walk from the station and to the Minster/old city etc.
Neat, clean, and comfortable room above a local pub. Thought it would be noisy, but surprisingly not. Very centrally located and short walk from the station and to the Minster/old city etc.
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Carrie
Sep 12, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovey cosy room above the taven with nice cooked breakfast room clean bed comfy adequate shower road bit noisy but to be expected as its in the center of york we requested a particular room and we got the room
Lovey cosy room above the taven with nice cooked breakfast room clean bed comfy adequate shower road bit noisy but to be expected as its in the center of york we requested a particular room and we got the room
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linda
Apr 1, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Nice comfortable, located in the heart of York. Easy access to a nearby convenience store and city attractions. The room was very clean. I loved the oat biscuits, tea and water provided for hotel guests.
Nice comfortable, located in the heart of York. Easy access to a nearby convenience store and city attractions. The room was very clean. I loved the oat biscuits, tea and water provided for hotel guests.
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Paola
May 29, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The room was quite dirty, bread crumbs and other dirt were still visible on the floor, including what I think was a cut nail. Lipsticks marks on the glasses in the toilet and spoons and cups were stained. Water was still in the kettle. Also, the toilet only has a bath, there is no showerhead attached to it - which probably is shown in the picture, so my bad that I didn't check properly. And I won't be taking a bath in a hotel room that hasn't been cleaned properly. The only good thing about this place is the location. I don't think I will be back.
The room was quite dirty, bread crumbs and other dirt were still visible on the floor, including what I think was a cut nail. Lipsticks marks on the glasses in the toilet and spoons and cups were stained. Water was still in the kettle. Also, the toilet only has a bath, there is no showerhead attached to it - which probably is shown in the picture, so my bad that I didn't check properly. And I won't be taking a bath in a hotel room that hasn't been cleaned properly. The only good thing about this place is the location. I don't think I will be back.
10
Alan
Apr 22, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Good location close to the Minster. Room was on the main road side of the building, but we'll sound proofed. Some noise from the bar, but this is expected in a pub. Problem with loss of hot water pressure on the final morning was irritating, but these things happen. Clean and comfortable. We did not have breakfast so cannot comment on the food.
Good location close to the Minster. Room was on the main road side of the building, but we'll sound proofed. Some noise from the bar, but this is expected in a pub. Problem with loss of hot water pressure on the final morning was irritating, but these things happen. Clean and comfortable. We did not have breakfast so cannot comment on the food.
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Heather
Jul 7, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
This property is very reasonably priced and is an excellent location. The staff is helpful and friendly.On the downside there are steep stairs up to the rooms and no lift. Window wouldnt stay open , it was very stuffy so we had to fashion our own prop stick to get air. No ceiling fan as advertised.Bathroom was clean but walls in the bedroom area were filthy. Friday night was a floor shaking 70"s tribute band until 11:30-12:00 which was fine but Saturday night was a poor ,loud band until midnight (like terrible karioke. ) Not sure I'd recommend this place without mentioning those things. Was surprised to see others giving a 10.
This property is very reasonably priced and is an excellent location. The staff is helpful and friendly.On the downside there are steep stairs up to the rooms and no lift. Window wouldnt stay open , it was very stuffy so we had to fashion our own prop stick to get air. No ceiling fan as advertised.Bathroom was clean but walls in the bedroom area were filthy. Friday night was a floor shaking 70"s tribute band until 11:30-12:00 which was fine but Saturday night was a poor ,loud band until midnight (like terrible karioke. ) Not sure I'd recommend this place without mentioning those things. Was surprised to see others giving a 10.
8
Tejaswi
Nov 13, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
I loved how easy it was to find and close to where I had my meetings. Also the staff was super nice and the room, for a night’s stay was decent and well kept.
I loved how easy it was to find and close to where I had my meetings. Also the staff was super nice and the room, for a night’s stay was decent and well kept.
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Louise
Aug 27, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The room was tired, dirty and didn’t have a working shower. The hotel manager NEVER responded to any of our messages or emails. Non existent customer service. The bar staff was extremely defensive when I complained about a non working shower. I would not recommend this establishment.
The room was tired, dirty and didn’t have a working shower. The hotel manager NEVER responded to any of our messages or emails. Non existent customer service. The bar staff was extremely defensive when I complained about a non working shower. I would not recommend this establishment.
8
Mandy
Oct 1, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Situated in good spot near Minster, Shambles and not to far from train station (12 mins walk). Room was clean and comfortable. Staff very helpful and polite, good full english.
Situated in good spot near Minster, Shambles and not to far from train station (12 mins walk). Room was clean and comfortable. Staff very helpful and polite, good full english.
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Rooms
Rooms are generally cosy and comfortable with tea/coffee and some spacious, but several have only a bath and showers can be weak, inconsistent, or faulty. Noise varies by room; some are quiet while others hear music or traffic until about midnight.
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Colin
Feb 3, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The single room was comfortable, clean and pleasant. It had tea making facilities, a hair drier and iron. The en suite was of a good size and private. The only draw back was the shower - it had little water pressure and the shower hose was a poor fit. I had a key to a separate entrance which gave me freedom to avoid the bar and flexibility to come and go.
The single room was comfortable, clean and pleasant. It had tea making facilities, a hair drier and iron. The en suite was of a good size and private. The only draw back was the shower - it had little water pressure and the shower hose was a poor fit. I had a key to a separate entrance which gave me freedom to avoid the bar and flexibility to come and go.
8
Simon
Oct 17, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great and friendly service. I was able to check in early. Room was small but clean and well appointed. It is an old building so access is narrow and a bit tricky but was fine for me. Overall was fine for me for one night.
Great and friendly service. I was able to check in early. Room was small but clean and well appointed. It is an old building so access is narrow and a bit tricky but was fine for me. Overall was fine for me for one night.
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Alison
Feb 16, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
There is live music at weekends. Rooms were noisy until midnight
There is live music at weekends. Rooms were noisy until midnight
10
Stewart
Jul 28, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Handy overnight stay Great location as live music on Room comfy and large, only snag was no shower so washed hair in sink
Handy overnight stay Great location as live music on Room comfy and large, only snag was no shower so washed hair in sink
10
Alan
Apr 22, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Good location close to the Minster. Room was on the main road side of the building, but we'll sound proofed. Some noise from the bar, but this is expected in a pub. Problem with loss of hot water pressure on the final morning was irritating, but these things happen. Clean and comfortable. We did not have breakfast so cannot comment on the food.
Good location close to the Minster. Room was on the main road side of the building, but we'll sound proofed. Some noise from the bar, but this is expected in a pub. Problem with loss of hot water pressure on the final morning was irritating, but these things happen. Clean and comfortable. We did not have breakfast so cannot comment on the food.
10
Paul
May 26, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Really close to Bootham Bar and everything that is inside the walls. Very warm welcome from friendly and helpful staff and even though my room was over the main road, noise didn't bother me. The room "York Theatre" was very well appointed with everything you'd need. Good size with a large en-suite and a lovely comfy bed. I'd definitely recommend staying here.
Really close to Bootham Bar and everything that is inside the walls. Very warm welcome from friendly and helpful staff and even though my room was over the main road, noise didn't bother me. The room "York Theatre" was very well appointed with everything you'd need. Good size with a large en-suite and a lovely comfy bed. I'd definitely recommend staying here.
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Jere Reynolds
Oct 2, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This is a property with a few rooms above a busy tavern. Our room was equipped with a tub but no shower. The facilities were definitely not luxury by any means, but the location was a excellent and the staff warm and friendly.
This is a property with a few rooms above a busy tavern. Our room was equipped with a tub but no shower. The facilities were definitely not luxury by any means, but the location was a excellent and the staff warm and friendly.
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Sandra
Jul 11, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
I stayed here for two nights on the wsy back from Scotland to London. I always love York. The room above the pub was comfortable and had all that was needed for the two nights. The check in was quick and was shown to my room. There is no view from the room which didnt bother me as only needed the bed. The shower was good and refreshing. The normal tea and coffee was supplied. It was surprisingly quiet given that it was above a pub.
I stayed here for two nights on the wsy back from Scotland to London. I always love York. The room above the pub was comfortable and had all that was needed for the two nights. The check in was quick and was shown to my room. There is no view from the room which didnt bother me as only needed the bed. The shower was good and refreshing. The normal tea and coffee was supplied. It was surprisingly quiet given that it was above a pub.
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Jacquelyn
Jun 3, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
The pub had nosey live music both Friday and Saturday night so I booked out Saturday morning but Expedia would only refund me one nights accomodation instead of 2. The main road also had noisey traffic all night without double glazed windows over the front.
The pub had nosey live music both Friday and Saturday night so I booked out Saturday morning but Expedia would only refund me one nights accomodation instead of 2. The main road also had noisey traffic all night without double glazed windows over the front.
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Caroline
Jun 6, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely room all we needed. Only problem was shower kept stopping working but landlady planned to fix it
Lovely room all we needed. Only problem was shower kept stopping working but landlady planned to fix it
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Service
Service is frequently described as friendly and helpful, with quick or early check-ins and staff resolving issues. However, some guests experienced poor communication, unresponsiveness, or lack of assistance at check-in/checkout.
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Colin
Dec 6, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Great B&B. Cosy room, excellent breakfast and welcoming pub downstairs. Would stay again but I’d book independently as YOU, HOTELS.COM did not pass on my payment to the Bootham and YOU told the Bootham I was 2 persons and needed to be charged double for breakfasts! I had to prove I’d paid for my stay when I arrived which made me feel very uncomfortable and I hold YOU, HOTELS.COM entirely responsible and in no way am I annoyed with the Bootham B&B. They were brilliant at resolving the mix up which was 100% caused by YOU, HOTELS.COM. It’s put me off booking with YOU ever again.
Great B&B. Cosy room, excellent breakfast and welcoming pub downstairs. Would stay again but I’d book independently as YOU, HOTELS.COM did not pass on my payment to the Bootham and YOU told the Bootham I was 2 persons and needed to be charged double for breakfasts! I had to prove I’d paid for my stay when I arrived which made me feel very uncomfortable and I hold YOU, HOTELS.COM entirely responsible and in no way am I annoyed with the Bootham B&B. They were brilliant at resolving the mix up which was 100% caused by YOU, HOTELS.COM. It’s put me off booking with YOU ever again.
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Simon
Oct 17, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great and friendly service. I was able to check in early. Room was small but clean and well appointed. It is an old building so access is narrow and a bit tricky but was fine for me. Overall was fine for me for one night.
Great and friendly service. I was able to check in early. Room was small but clean and well appointed. It is an old building so access is narrow and a bit tricky but was fine for me. Overall was fine for me for one night.
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Karola
Jul 8, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Very central and very friendly and helpful staff.
Very central and very friendly and helpful staff.
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Kathy
Dec 3, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Again another lovely stay at the bootham tavern. The staff are very welcoming and pleasant. The rooms are lovely and warm and cosy. Ready to book again for next year.
Again another lovely stay at the bootham tavern. The staff are very welcoming and pleasant. The rooms are lovely and warm and cosy. Ready to book again for next year.
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Jade
Jul 15, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The property was excellently situated just around the corner from the Minster. The rooms are well presented with everything you need and staff are very helpful. The pub down stairs is well stocked and a nice environment to be in. Jane was amazing and very generous on our arrival to take our bags in early so we could make the most of our time in York. The breakfast offer is great and the food was lovely, well cooked and great products. The cost of the breakfast offer was well priced and so worth the money spent. I would highly recommend this place for your visit and would happily pay to stay here again.
The property was excellently situated just around the corner from the Minster. The rooms are well presented with everything you need and staff are very helpful. The pub down stairs is well stocked and a nice environment to be in. Jane was amazing and very generous on our arrival to take our bags in early so we could make the most of our time in York. The breakfast offer is great and the food was lovely, well cooked and great products. The cost of the breakfast offer was well priced and so worth the money spent. I would highly recommend this place for your visit and would happily pay to stay here again.
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Ian
Dec 3, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely pub with really nice rooms. Staff very friendly and helpful and only 5 minutes walk from York Minster
Lovely pub with really nice rooms. Staff very friendly and helpful and only 5 minutes walk from York Minster
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Carla
May 18, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The room was clean. The reason I rated it average is because of the service. It was basically non-existent. We had to find someone at the bar to check us in. This person offered no welcome or friendly advice with parking or assistance in getting our luggage up the flights of stairs. No lifts. Check out was the same experience. No hospitality, not asked how our stay was or thank you for choosing them.
The room was clean. The reason I rated it average is because of the service. It was basically non-existent. We had to find someone at the bar to check us in. This person offered no welcome or friendly advice with parking or assistance in getting our luggage up the flights of stairs. No lifts. Check out was the same experience. No hospitality, not asked how our stay was or thank you for choosing them.
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Caroline
Jun 6, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely room all we needed. Only problem was shower kept stopping working but landlady planned to fix it
Lovely room all we needed. Only problem was shower kept stopping working but landlady planned to fix it
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Louise
Aug 27, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The room was tired, dirty and didn’t have a working shower. The hotel manager NEVER responded to any of our messages or emails. Non existent customer service. The bar staff was extremely defensive when I complained about a non working shower. I would not recommend this establishment.
The room was tired, dirty and didn’t have a working shower. The hotel manager NEVER responded to any of our messages or emails. Non existent customer service. The bar staff was extremely defensive when I complained about a non working shower. I would not recommend this establishment.
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Huannian
Aug 19, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very bad experience, when I checked in I was told their breakfast would start at 9. I said I would be leaving by 8:30 and I was told I could take my breakfast away at 8. Very disappointed I didn't get anything and the staff said there was none.
Very bad experience, when I checked in I was told their breakfast would start at 9. I said I would be leaving by 8:30 and I was told I could take my breakfast away at 8. Very disappointed I didn't get anything and the staff said there was none.
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Location
Consistently praised central location near York Minster and the city centre, walkable to major sights and the station.
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Karola
Jul 8, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Very central and very friendly and helpful staff.
Very central and very friendly and helpful staff.
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Philip
Sep 22, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Very close to all tourist Attractions parking just behind hotel but very expensive during the day. Free overnight from midnight until 8am. The bar has loud music at weekends which you will hear in your room so go to bed late or join in the fun at the bar.
Very close to all tourist Attractions parking just behind hotel but very expensive during the day. Free overnight from midnight until 8am. The bar has loud music at weekends which you will hear in your room so go to bed late or join in the fun at the bar.
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Christopher
Jan 23, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely welcoming pub with excellent rooms. Even though you are above a pub and on the high street, it was silent at night. Pay and display carpark to the rear, shops and other pubs and restaurants next door. 1 min walk into the centre of York. I would stay again.
Lovely welcoming pub with excellent rooms. Even though you are above a pub and on the high street, it was silent at night. Pay and display carpark to the rear, shops and other pubs and restaurants next door. 1 min walk into the centre of York. I would stay again.
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David
Oct 8, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
A perfect location for the event I attended in York with great access to the Minister, Contemporary Art Gallery, De Grey Rooms, Bars and Restuarants. Didn't spend much time in the hotel, unfortunately (not even for breakfast). There was too much to do in the city!
A perfect location for the event I attended in York with great access to the Minister, Contemporary Art Gallery, De Grey Rooms, Bars and Restuarants. Didn't spend much time in the hotel, unfortunately (not even for breakfast). There was too much to do in the city!
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Alan
Apr 22, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Good location close to the Minster. Room was on the main road side of the building, but we'll sound proofed. Some noise from the bar, but this is expected in a pub. Problem with loss of hot water pressure on the final morning was irritating, but these things happen. Clean and comfortable. We did not have breakfast so cannot comment on the food.
Good location close to the Minster. Room was on the main road side of the building, but we'll sound proofed. Some noise from the bar, but this is expected in a pub. Problem with loss of hot water pressure on the final morning was irritating, but these things happen. Clean and comfortable. We did not have breakfast so cannot comment on the food.
10
Leslie
Mar 11, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
My stay was very good. Very friendly clean and great value for money. The central location is excellent.
My stay was very good. Very friendly clean and great value for money. The central location is excellent.
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Jade
Jul 15, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The property was excellently situated just around the corner from the Minster. The rooms are well presented with everything you need and staff are very helpful. The pub down stairs is well stocked and a nice environment to be in. Jane was amazing and very generous on our arrival to take our bags in early so we could make the most of our time in York. The breakfast offer is great and the food was lovely, well cooked and great products. The cost of the breakfast offer was well priced and so worth the money spent. I would highly recommend this place for your visit and would happily pay to stay here again.
The property was excellently situated just around the corner from the Minster. The rooms are well presented with everything you need and staff are very helpful. The pub down stairs is well stocked and a nice environment to be in. Jane was amazing and very generous on our arrival to take our bags in early so we could make the most of our time in York. The breakfast offer is great and the food was lovely, well cooked and great products. The cost of the breakfast offer was well priced and so worth the money spent. I would highly recommend this place for your visit and would happily pay to stay here again.
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Karen
Aug 11, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Central and convenient
Central and convenient
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Martin
Jan 13, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
perfect location for York City centre.
perfect location for York City centre.
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Mandy
Oct 1, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Situated in good spot near Minster, Shambles and not to far from train station (12 mins walk). Room was clean and comfortable. Staff very helpful and polite, good full english.
Situated in good spot near Minster, Shambles and not to far from train station (12 mins walk). Room was clean and comfortable. Staff very helpful and polite, good full english.
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Breakfast is often tasty and good value, but the selection can be limited and it typically starts at 9am; a few guests reported availability or timing issues.
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Dias
Jul 18, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Not much selection with breakfast- staff could have been more helpful.
Not much selection with breakfast- staff could have been more helpful.
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Colin
Dec 6, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Great B&B. Cosy room, excellent breakfast and welcoming pub downstairs. Would stay again but I’d book independently as YOU, HOTELS.COM did not pass on my payment to the Bootham and YOU told the Bootham I was 2 persons and needed to be charged double for breakfasts! I had to prove I’d paid for my stay when I arrived which made me feel very uncomfortable and I hold YOU, HOTELS.COM entirely responsible and in no way am I annoyed with the Bootham B&B. They were brilliant at resolving the mix up which was 100% caused by YOU, HOTELS.COM. It’s put me off booking with YOU ever again.
Great B&B. Cosy room, excellent breakfast and welcoming pub downstairs. Would stay again but I’d book independently as YOU, HOTELS.COM did not pass on my payment to the Bootham and YOU told the Bootham I was 2 persons and needed to be charged double for breakfasts! I had to prove I’d paid for my stay when I arrived which made me feel very uncomfortable and I hold YOU, HOTELS.COM entirely responsible and in no way am I annoyed with the Bootham B&B. They were brilliant at resolving the mix up which was 100% caused by YOU, HOTELS.COM. It’s put me off booking with YOU ever again.
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Kristian
Jul 10, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location and room. My only complaint is that no breakfast served until 9 am
Great location and room. My only complaint is that no breakfast served until 9 am
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Kevin
Oct 28, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location, not too far from the train station and central to the city centre. Excellent live band on the Friday night and to top it all, a superb breakfast!
Great location, not too far from the train station and central to the city centre. Excellent live band on the Friday night and to top it all, a superb breakfast!
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Jade
Jul 15, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The property was excellently situated just around the corner from the Minster. The rooms are well presented with everything you need and staff are very helpful. The pub down stairs is well stocked and a nice environment to be in. Jane was amazing and very generous on our arrival to take our bags in early so we could make the most of our time in York. The breakfast offer is great and the food was lovely, well cooked and great products. The cost of the breakfast offer was well priced and so worth the money spent. I would highly recommend this place for your visit and would happily pay to stay here again.
The property was excellently situated just around the corner from the Minster. The rooms are well presented with everything you need and staff are very helpful. The pub down stairs is well stocked and a nice environment to be in. Jane was amazing and very generous on our arrival to take our bags in early so we could make the most of our time in York. The breakfast offer is great and the food was lovely, well cooked and great products. The cost of the breakfast offer was well priced and so worth the money spent. I would highly recommend this place for your visit and would happily pay to stay here again.
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Robin
Sep 19, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
No breakfast because the woman was working by herself. Check in couldn’t happen til Dillon arrived because I don’t know why.
No breakfast because the woman was working by herself. Check in couldn’t happen til Dillon arrived because I don’t know why.
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Lyndsey
Nov 24, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
A lovely tavern with good music and a cheerful atmosphere. The room was a good size and nicely decorated. The staff were friendly and the breakfast delicious. We've been to York a few times to stay over and this is now our favorite. Will definitely be back!
A lovely tavern with good music and a cheerful atmosphere. The room was a good size and nicely decorated. The staff were friendly and the breakfast delicious. We've been to York a few times to stay over and this is now our favorite. Will definitely be back!
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Huannian
Aug 19, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very bad experience, when I checked in I was told their breakfast would start at 9. I said I would be leaving by 8:30 and I was told I could take my breakfast away at 8. Very disappointed I didn't get anything and the staff said there was none.
Very bad experience, when I checked in I was told their breakfast would start at 9. I said I would be leaving by 8:30 and I was told I could take my breakfast away at 8. Very disappointed I didn't get anything and the staff said there was none.
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Mandy
Oct 1, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Situated in good spot near Minster, Shambles and not to far from train station (12 mins walk). Room was clean and comfortable. Staff very helpful and polite, good full english.
Situated in good spot near Minster, Shambles and not to far from train station (12 mins walk). Room was clean and comfortable. Staff very helpful and polite, good full english.
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Cathryn
Nov 17, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Comfortable room. Great location. Breakfast okay. However, the live music on every night i was there, was so loud will likely put me off staying again.
Comfortable room. Great location. Breakfast okay. However, the live music on every night i was there, was so loud will likely put me off staying again.
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Kevin
Jul 5, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
the bootham is very well placed for walking to all the attractions in York. our room was called York Castle and was perfectly adequate for what we needed. you could have a breakfast there but we ate out. the pub was fantastic with really nice and friendly staff.
the bootham is very well placed for walking to all the attractions in York. our room was called York Castle and was perfectly adequate for what we needed. you could have a breakfast there but we ate out. the pub was fantastic with really nice and friendly staff.
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Claude
Jun 14, 2026
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Stayed 4 nights
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samantha
Jun 9, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Room has everything you need for a short break , good location , would recommend
Room has everything you need for a short break , good location , would recommend
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Tom
Mar 1, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
The room was of a good standard. Staff were warm and friendly.
The room was of a good standard. Staff were warm and friendly.
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David
Feb 15, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Room was great the bar and staff fantastic and the live music was brilliant
Room was great the bar and staff fantastic and the live music was brilliant
FAQs about The Bootham Tavern - York
Is parking available at the property?
Parking is available at the property, but it is limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM, and check-out is by 10:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request.
What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?
The property is centrally located in York, just a 3-minute walk from York Minster and 7 minutes by foot from Shambles. It is also 1.8 miles from York Racecourse and 0.1 miles from Bootham Bar.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property, but specific age policies for free stays are not mentioned.
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The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. 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
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