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Minster Walk Guesthouse - A 300-Year-Old Coaching Inn with Themed Rooms and Breakfast Hampers in York
Amenities & Guest Lounge
The guesthouse offers complimentary sweet treats and refreshments around the clock in the shared lounge, alongside a well-stocked honesty bar with homemade snacks and drinks. Guests can borrow board games, access a tuck shop with £1 items, and use a communal fridge for their own perishables. CCTV operates in common areas and outside the property, with fire extinguishers and security alarms for safety.
Themed Rooms
Each of the 10 individually designed rooms features flat-screen TVs, Egyptian cotton bed linen, and luxury toiletries, with some offering views of York Minster. Rooms include themed decor such as a Harry Potter-inspired room (Room 83/4) and train-themed suites, with select bathrooms including Victorian roll-top baths and walk-in showers. Superior family rooms and deluxe king rooms provide extra space, and a large fan is available in every room.
Dining & Breakfast
The Minster Walk Breakfast Experience delivers freshly prepared breakfast hampers to guest rooms or the lounge, with options like bacon and sausage baps, pastries, yoghurt, and granola. A continental self-serve area provides toast, cereal, tea, and coffee, and special diet menus are available with advance notice. The lounge also offers cakes, sweets in hallways, and a vending machine for additional snacks.
Location & Nearby Attractions
The guesthouse sits 300 metres from York Minster, directly overlooking the city walls, and is a 5-minute walk to The Shambles and Museum Gardens. York Railway Station is a 10-minute stroll away, and Bootham Gate provides a direct route into the city centre. Private parking is available at a nearby public car park, with street parking also offered.
Family-Friendly Features
Family rooms can accommodate up to three people, with board games and a games room available for children. The guesthouse provides a kid-friendly buffet at breakfast, express check-in/check-out, and detailed pre-arrival information via email. Cots and extra bedding can be arranged upon request, and the honesty tuck shop allows children to purchase snacks independently.
Highlights
Breakfast: Hampers with bacon/sausage baps delivered to room or lounge
Rooms: Themed decor including Harry Potter and train suites
Lounge: 24/7 complimentary drinks, cakes, sweets & honesty bar
Location: 300 m from York Minster, 5 min to The Shambles
Parking: Private spaces at nearby public car park
Must-do experiences
Visit the Shambles for unique shops and medieval architecture.
Try the famous Yorkshire puddings at The Yorke Arms restaurant.
Explore the National Railway Museum for an engaging, interactive day.
Stroll through the picturesque Museum Gardens, perfect for a picnic.
Catch a ghost tour in the evening for a spooky history lesson.
Select your room type
Minster Walk Guesthouse features a range of room types across England, from double and family rooms to suites, with breakfast, free cancellation, and special offers included
Standard Double Room
2 persons
1 Double bed
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Superior Double Room
2 persons
1 King-size bed
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Deluxe Family Room
2 persons
1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed
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Check-in/ Check-out
Facilities
Minster Walk Guesthouse provides amenities to make your stay in England comfortable and memorable
Facilities: Perfect
9.5/10Review score
General
No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Security
Luggage storage
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation might be needed) at true.
Services
Housekeeping
Dining
In-room breakfast
Snack bar
Special diet menus
Children
Children's buffet
Board games
Game room
Spa & Leisure
Leisure/ TV room
Room features
Heating
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Minster Walk Guesthouse: Location in England
22 Marygate, Bootham, York,
Explore York
Explore York
Top Attractions
Activities
Dining
Entertainment
York Minster
8 minutes' walk
Imposing Gothic cathedral known for its stunning architecture and impressive stained glass windows.
York Museum Gardens
3 minutes' walk
Beautiful park offering scenic walks amid historic ruins and vibrant gardens, perfect for a relaxing stroll.
Jorvik Viking Centre
12 minutes' walk
Interactive museum featuring a ride through a recreated Viking city, showcasing York's rich Norse history.
York City Walls
15 minutes' walk
Historic medieval walls encircling the city, providing panoramic views of York and a glimpse into its past.
Rowntree Park
22 minutes' walk
Spacious park ideal for picnics, walking trails, and playgrounds, perfect for families looking to unwind.
York Ghost Walks
12 minutes' walk
Haunting nighttime tours offering a thrilling experience through York's historical haunted locales.
The Minster Inn
1 minute' walk
Cozy pub featuring classic British fare and a selection of ales, perfect for casual meals and local ambiance.
Bettys Cafe Tea Rooms
8 minutes' walk
Iconic cafe known for its afternoon tea, homemade cakes, and traditional decor, popular among locals and tourists.
York's Chocolate Story
9 minutes' walk
Interactive chocolate museum offering workshops and tastings, delightful for families and chocolate lovers.
Grand Opera House
20 minutes' walk
Historic theater hosting a variety of performances, including musicals, comedy shows, and live concerts.
Getting around England
City Centre
York 6 min · 500 m
Airports
Leeds Bradford (LBA) 76 min · 50.3 km
Doncaster Sheffield (DSA) 95 min · 63.3 km
Train
York Railway station 9 min · 700 m
Bus
Bus stop 9 min · 700 m
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 13:00-23:59
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation might be needed) at true.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs GBP 7.95 per person.
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Number of rooms:
10
Former name
Coach House Hotel
Guest Reviews and Ratings
What previous guests said about staying at Minster Walk Guesthouse.
Review score
Based on 714 verified reviews
9.4 /10
Perfect
98 %
Recommend
Breakfast
8.6/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Comfort
9.6/10
Facilities
9.5/10
Free WiFi
9.4/10
Location
9.8/10
Paid Wi-Fi
9.9/10
Staff
9.7/10
Value for money
9.3/10
Pros
Comfortable rooms
Friendly staff
Quality breakfast
Charming decor
Central location
Cons
Limited parking
Room temperature issues
Guest reviews
based on 1365 reviews
9.4/10
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