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Principal York

4.0 star property
Victorian York hotel in South Bank with health club

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Exterior
Meeting facility
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Exterior
Reviews
8.2

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Parking availableParking availableParking available
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

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Map
Station Road, York, England, YO24 1AA
  • Popular LocationYork Minster10 min walk
  • Popular LocationJorvik Viking Centre12 min walk
  • Popular LocationShambles13 min walk
  • AirportLeeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford)53 min drive
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Room options

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Single Room

Highlights

Heating
TV
Portable fan
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Comfort Double Room

Highlights

Heating
TV
Portable fan
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, Annex Building

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Portable fan
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Heating
TV
Portable fan
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, Garden View

Highlights

Heating
TV
Portable fan
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Signature Studio Suite, City View

Highlights

Heating
TV
Portable fan
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
  • 35 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Junior Studio Suite

Highlights

Heating
TV
Portable fan
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
TV
Portable fan
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Heating
TV
Portable fan
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Heating
TV
Portable fan
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, Accessible

Highlights

Heating
TV
Portable fan
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

York

Principal York is located in South Bank, a neighbourhood in York, and is near a train station. York National Railway Museum and Jorvik Viking Centre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include York Minster and Clifford's Tower. Enjoy an event or a match at York Racecourse, and consider making time for York Dungeon—a top attraction that's not to be missed. Practise your golf swing on a nearby course, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as hiking/biking trails in the area. Guests love the hotel's location for the sightseeing.
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What's nearby

  • York National Railway Museum - 8 min walk
  • York Minster - 10 min walk
  • Jorvik Viking Centre - 12 min walk
  • Shambles - 13 min walk
  • York Racecourse - 3 min drive

Getting around

  • York Station - 1 min walk
  • Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • York Tap - 1 min walk
  • The Maltings - 4 min walk
  • The Punch Bowl - 5 min walk
  • Duke of York - 1 min walk
  • BrewDog - 6 min walk

About this property

Principal York

Hotel near York National Railway Museum
Located close to York Dungeon and York Minster, Principal York provides a terrace, a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the steam room. The on-site restaurant, Refectory, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), is available to all guests, along with a bar and a health club.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An indoor pool
  • English breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and express check-out
  • A 24-hour front desk, meeting rooms and concierge services
  • A lift, a front desk safe and wedding services
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 155 rooms feature comforts such as 24-hour room service, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews give good marks for the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, coffee/tea makers and daily housekeeping

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Uncovered parking on site (GBP 19 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available for a fee: GBP 19.95 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Chapter House
  • Refectory

Things to do

  • Health club
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Spa tub
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Building
  • Built in 1870
  • Smoke-free property
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste on request
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Portable fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in.

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 23 December to 26 December:
  • Dining venue

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 30 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: from approximately GBP 19.95 per person
  • Uncovered self-parking fee: GBP 19.00 per day
  • Pet fee: GBP 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Principal York have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Principal York?

As of 24 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Principal York on 16 Jun 2024 start from ₹10,230.24, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Principal York pet-friendly?

Yes, Principal York allows dogs (limit 1 total). There's a fee of GBP 30 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Principal York?

Self-parking is available for GBP 19.00 per day.

What time is check-in at Principal York?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Principal York?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Principal York located?

Located in South Bank, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of York National Railway Museum and York Minster. York Dungeon and Jorvik Viking Centre are also within 15 minutes. York Station and York (QQY-York Train Station) are within a 2-minute walk.

Principal York Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 499 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 252 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 137 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 72 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 42 out of 1002 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gp

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location. Perfect stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

JENIFER

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ideal location next door to the station. Beautiful hotel that’s been fully restored to its glory
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

4/10 Poor

Martyn

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel has issues which need addressing. Check in - no mention of WiFi or other features or services provided in the hotel. No mention of the works going on in the hotel. Get to our room and find a sign next to the door saying ‘Please be aware of construction site.’ Into the room and it was like an oven. Go to turn the air con on, it’s not working. Go and speak to the same receptionist who said that there was no air con and to open a window! That didn’t help. Went out for dinner and drinks and came back to the room and it was still like an oven. Tried to sleep with the recommended windows opened and there was no air and the York night life coming through the window. I went to speak to reception and I asked whether any of the rooms had air con. None of the rooms have had any for months! They have had to turn it off whilst they upgrade the system. No offer of a fan or any resolution or apology. I ask for a fan and begrudgingly she agreed to arrange for one to be sent by the night shift. This moved warm air around a warm and nothing more. I would not recommend booking a summer stay in this hotel as if there is a warm period then you are not going to enjoy your stay. There are many other issues in the hotel from holes in the ceiling, staff who could not be any less interested in being in the job they are paid to do and poor food quality for breakfast with bone fragments in the sausages. I understand that you can have issues at a hotel but you took the biscuit!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve, belmont

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very modernized and updated, which makes the experience more enjoyable. Clean, relatively quiet for a center city hotel, spacious room, nice bathroom. They provide a fan in the room if you like having white noise when you sleep. No AC though they have windows that crack open. Only negative was the fire alarm went off for about a minute but went off as we were scrambling to leave the room. Asked front desk about it and his only answer was “we cannot disclose”. Ok well that sounds like a cover-up of something. Overall a great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stunning building with a peaceful atmosphere. 10 minuit walk into the center of York.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Charles

Travelled with group
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Very grand foyer and downstairs lounges. Fine breakfast. No air conditioning in bedrooms. Very warm throughout all of the hotel. Standard rooms were cramped compared to even budget hotel rooms. Small double beds.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Room extremely small & very limited wardrobe space
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Clayton

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eliza

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a beautiful building in a historic city. Just like other cities with long history, the wheelchair accessibility can do better. Our room was upgraded. There are 7 steps of stairs from the lift. Just a bit inconvenient for us to carry luggages. It is a beautiful room in a beautiful building at the best location.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024