Just 10 minutes' travel by bus from York Railway Station, Ascot House is a 15-minute walk from York Minster. It offers award-winning breakfasts, elegant bedrooms, free WiFi, and free parking. Bedrooms at Ascot House hotel feature TVs and tea/coffee making facilities. Some rooms have a four-poster or canopy bed, and all benefit from an en suite bathroom. The dining room offers a range of delicious breakfast options including traditional English, vegetarian and continental. The lounge has a comfortable seating area and a TV. There is a bus stop outside of Ascot House, which has regular services to the city centre. York boasts many historical sites including Cliffords Tower, York Minster and the Medieval Walls.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Buffet

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
2 single beds
and
1 extra-large double bed
1 large double bed
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.5
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.6
Value for money
9.3
Location
9.2
Free WiFi
9.1
High score for York
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Frances
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    From the moment we arrived, we were made to feel welcome. Hospitality is a real strength of everyone who works here. Breakfast was delicious, the room was very comfortable and clean.
  • Andrew
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Excellent breakfast with a good variety of choices. The location was good, just a 10/15 minute walk to the Ciy centre.
  • Neslihan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The room was spotless and bright. It was wider than I expected. Also, the bathrooms were renovated and clean. The staff were very kind and friendly. If I return to York, I would stay here without hesitation.

Host Information

9.8
9.8
Host review score
Host review score

Ascot House, a Victorian Villa, was built in 1869 by Sir Joseph Sykes Rymer to be ‘Not too far from the City Centre’. He was a successful merchant and became Governor of the Guild of Merchant Adventurers and the Rt. Hon. Lord Mayor of York.
June has a lifetimes knowledge and involvement with the city in charities, groups and local government her late husband having been Lord Mayor of the City of York. Lisa, who has worked here for many years, speaks Mandarin and we welcome visitors from all over the world.
York is a beautiful walled city within which is the largest gothic cathedral in northern Europe. There are many places of interest to visit, an interesting shopping centre and a multitude of eating places of high quality,
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Ascot House
Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Activities
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kid meals
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
Services
  • Pet bowls
  • Shared lounge/TV area
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
General
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages spoken
  • English

Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

Ascot House takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 13:00 to 23:00

Check-out

From 07:30 to 10:30

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 17 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

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Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Free! Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Ascot House in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

FAQs about Ascot House

  • Room options at Ascot House include:

    • Double
    • Family
    • Triple
    • Twin

  • Check-in at Ascot House is from 13:00, and check-out is until 10:30.

  • Ascot House offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Golf course (within 3 km)

  • Guests staying at Ascot House can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.8).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Gluten-free
    • Buffet
    • À la carte

  • The prices at Ascot House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Ascot House is 0.9 miles from the centre of York. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.