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 private 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 center. York features many historical sites including Cliffords Tower, York Minster and the Medieval Walls.

Couples in particular 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 full bed
2 twin beds
and
1 king bed
1 twin bed
and
1 full 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:

  • Karen
    Canada Canada
    Lovely place, and the host was gracious. The breakfast was good (although the coffee was a bit weak for us stiff drinkers who generally prefer espresso). Beds were comfortable and we all slept well. Conveniently to a small convenience store.
  • Kirsty
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Large room, clean, thick carpets, everything that we wanted.
  • Lynne
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    .The hotel, staff guest house food was all brilliant

Host Info

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

Area info

Amenities of Ascot House
Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • 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 2 miles)
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruit
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kids' meals
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
Services
  • Pet bowls
  • Shared lounge/TV area
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
General
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
  • English

Property practices

This property told us they've 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 1:00 PM to 11:00 PM

Check-out

From 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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

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

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Crib upon request
Free

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's 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
Must-know information for guests at this property

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

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

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

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

FAQs about Ascot House

  • 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

  • Room options at Ascot House include:

    • Double
    • Family
    • Triple
    • Twin

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

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

    • Golf course (within 2 miles)

  • The prices at Ascot House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Check-in at Ascot House is from 1:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:30 AM.