Barbican House is a 4-stars guest house set in a late Victorian building, just 10 minutes’ walk from York city centre and university and overlooking the medieval city walls. It offers en suite accommodation, free WiFi and a self-catering apartment. All the rooms at Barbican House are individually decorated, and feature a TV, a hairdryer and free toiletries. All rooms benefit from tea/coffee making facilities with Yorkshire tea and a selection of fruit/herbal teas, coffee, hot chocolate, biscuits and a complimentary sherry. A hearty English breakfast is served every morning in the dining room, between 08:00 and 09:30. A selection of fresh fruit, yoghurt and muffins are also available, together with a vegetarian option. Breakfast is available at an extra cost. This property is 100 yards from York Barbican Theatre and 20 minutes’ walk from York Minster, the largest Gothic cathedral city in northern Europe. JORVIK Viking Centre and York Dungeon are both within 12 minutes’ walk.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the real heart of York, this property has an excellent location score of 9.5

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

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.5
Value for money
8.9
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
8.7
High score for York
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  • Melinda
    Australia Australia
    Barbican House is a quaint house very fitting with the town of York. The property is exceptionally clean and the room very cosy and comfortable with everything you need. Durga and his wife are very welcoming and accommodating hosts and the...
  • Susan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Really good location in such a quiet area- even though on a main road, it was so peaceful. On site parking available. Good sized rooms (we had 2) in a beautiful old style house. We were greeted on our arrival and left to it. Host was available by...
  • Nicola
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    East walking distance of city centre and amenities, friendly welcome, comfortable, clean and great breakfast

Host Information

Company review score: 9.7Based on 578 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

We love welcoming guest's from all over the world to there home, we try to make guest's feel more like a friend than a customer, we are available to try to answer any questions about York and the surrounding area.

Property information

Barbican House has striven retain the character and feel of a Victorian house but with added modern facilities, retaining the period features where possible.

Neighbourhood information

Barbican House is on the south east side of the City facing the Medieval City Walls, walking into York you will pass through the only Barbican entrance in York, this has just gone through a 12 month restoration, it has a small coffee shop. We have some of the best restaurants and pubs as you walk into York.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Barbican House
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • 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
  • Alarm clock
View
  • City view
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • CD player
  • DVD player
  • Radio
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • 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
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • Smoke alarms
General
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • 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

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

Check-in

From 03:00 to 19:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

From 07:00 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 older than 10 years are welcome.

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

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Groups

When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Maestro Mastercard Visa Solo Cash Barbican House accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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

Please note that there is car space for 6 cars only, and parking operates on a first-come first-served basis.

Property reserves the right to charge guest's debit/credit card for breakages or damage to Barbican House and its contents. Property does not usually charge for small breakages. Barbican House is a totally non smoking establishment, smoking in any room in Barbican House will incur a minimum 175 GBP charge to guest's debit/credit card.

This property cannot accommodate bookings by stag, hen or same-sex parties.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Barbican 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.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.

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.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

FAQs about Barbican House

  • Check-in at Barbican House is from 03:00, and check-out is until 10:30.

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

  • Room options at Barbican House include:

    • Twin
    • Suite
    • Double

  • Barbican House is 950 yards from the centre of York. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

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