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Reviews of Principal York 4 stars

Station Road, York, YO24 1AA, United Kingdom

#86 of 104 hotels in York

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Review score

Based on 6044 hotel reviews

7.9

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.5

  • Comfort

    8.5

  • Location

    9.4

  • Facilities

    8.2

  • Staff

    8.7

  • Value for money

    7.3

  • Free WiFi

    8.1

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  • Reviewed: 28 April 2024

    9.0
    We were here for a family wedding and the was amazing. The stagg
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room wasnt 100% clean

    The staff are exceptionally helpful and friendly.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 April 2024

    8.0
    Overall stay was good, just a bit let down with the service at breakfast.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Superior Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I didn’t like that the person who checks you in at breakfast ‘ shows you to your table with only one jug of coffee for 3 of us, also our 4th person asked for decaf coffee to be told you don’t supply that, so she had to purchase a latte . Once show to our table we were never approached again to see if we needed a top up coffee or even clear any empty plates .

    The selection at breakfast was good but had to wait for eggs .

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 April 2024

    8.0
    Great hotel amazing staff, and the best hotel in York!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Sidings, Annex Room 5 Min walk from Reception
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I didn’t like how in room 5202 we were out of the way in a completely different building, it was confusing and frustrating as it is a long walk and 2 lifts just to get to reception.

    Loved the location and how amazing the facilities were, it was beautiful. Had amazing breakfast. Staff were amazing!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The only downside I found to my stay was that the room was hotter than the sun, even at night.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 April 2024

    8.0
    Fantastic, would visit again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Sidings, Annex Room 5 Min walk from Reception
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Parking charges @ £19 per night for residents felt a little expensive and will be added at check in. However most places we visited in Yorkshire had parking charges that were expensive and the hotel proved to be value for money but it would be nice to have parking adjusted in the price at the booking stage rather than the surprise at check- in. Some areas of the hotel need some TLC but it seems that there is an ongoing process and areas of the hotel are being updated. The beds were a little uncomfortable in our room and we didn’t get the best nights sleep, hopefully they’ll look at updating these in the future. We found that the hotel WIFI was on an unsecured network which is a concern. They really need to provide secure password protected networks for each room.

    Fantastic location in the city centre. Within walking distance of all Yorks major historical sites. Also close to the National railway museum which is a must visit. York Train station platform has an entrance direct into the hotel lobby, brilliant for those travelling by train. Breakfast buffet was fantastic, recommend adding to your booking as there will be significant saving than paying per day. The spa facilities were small but very nice & clean. The staff were amazing and made us feel welcome. The hotel bar had a relaxing atmosphere and a decent bar snack/food menu. The hotel is a very impressive building that has a historic connection to the city of York.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 April 2024

    8.0
    It was a good opportunity to visit York
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Urban Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Breakfast was very poor . Cold plates and luke warm food

    Location was excellent

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing to dislike. An oldy world hotel, but nothing wrong with that.

    Absolutely huge rooms. Great location. Great breakfast, ensure you book that too. Good value.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    breakfast limited and not replenished often enough.

    beautiful decor and very comfortable.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Room with View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Lots of corridor noise in the morning

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 April 2024

    9.0
    A gorgeous break
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Room with View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The breakfast needs attention.

    Absolutely stunning and a perfect location

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 April 2024

    8.0
    Good base for exploring the town and helpful staff to make things easy in the hotel
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room - Mobility Access with Roll-in Shower
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Access to and from the hotel very congested due to extensive road closures and road works - accept not under hotel control

    Size of the room, bathroom, places to eat. Location for town centre very good.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 April 2024

    9.0
    Grand old hotel with fantastic carictore
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Room with View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Great breakfast

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 April 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Facilities need some upgrading for the cost of rooms

    Location was amazing.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 April 2024

    9.0
    Excellent location, beautiful building, friendly staff, great weekend getaway for a special occasion. Thank you
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Room with View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Room was a bit too warm - air conditioning not set up yet.

    Beautiful building

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 April 2024

    7.0
    pleasant would stay again york is beautiful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    there was some works going on at the time of our visit and parts of the hallway ceiling were missing wasn't took away some of the class of the hotel breakfast was average. the view wasn't the best.

    enjoyed our stay would definitely stay again but the price was a little steep for one nights stay. the room was clean and the temperature was adequate.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 April 2024

    7.0
    Nice
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Average breakfast. Disappointed that we had to pay for a coffee with breakfast. £4 for a latte when what would normally be standard in another hotel.

    Location Hotel decor

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 April 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 April 2024

    8.0
    Comfortable room, great location. Breakfast buffet had limited choice, food at dinner was excellent
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Breakfast buffet was very poor. Little choice with no fruit yoghurt only plain yoghurt. Bread for toaster was damp from the freezer was hard and difficult to cut. Marmalade via dispenser and no marmite.

    Location was excellent. Dinner menu was limited but food was excellent.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 April 2024

    7.0
    Over all decent but needs attention on some aspects
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Junior Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Breakfast should be better,bar area needs attention should have had more beers on draught not much choice

    Breakfast was 6 out 10 very spacious hotel

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 April 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Room with View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Be aware if you have food allergies despite advising staff on ordering my food still contained allergen then only part meal replaced causing allergic reaction. Hotel slow to respond

    Great location good facilities

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Sidings, Annex Room 5 Min walk from Reception
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Paying for parking

    Great

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 April 2024

    7.0
    Beautiful communal areas, avoid room 308
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Room with View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bedroom was very small and cramped. No chair, just a stool which made for discomfort for me as an early riser. Room temperature was unbearable because of hot pipes running through the room. Air conditioning not yet working. Room was quite drab

    Amazing decor, the hotel was beautiful and well situated for a break with friends

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Veey good ,all you need to set you up for the day

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 April 2024

    8.0
    Overall a success
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Room was looking out over the railway next to the station, which for a superior twin was a bit disappointing as could here the announcements from the station in the room, there was no choice given on room view.

    Lovely hotel with grand surroundings

    Stayed in April 2024

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