Double Room
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Heating
Hotel · York · North Yorkshire
The Gillygate Pub Bed & Breakfast - York
A classic pub B&B steps from York's city centre, with free parking, generous breakfasts, and a warm, sociable atmosphere.
- 5-minute walk to York city centre
- Free on-site parking
- Hearty, freshly cooked breakfasts
8.5
Great
1025 reviews
Booking.com 8.5 · 1025 reviews
About
The Gillygate Pub Bed & Breakfast - York
The Gillygate Pub Bed & Breakfast sits on Gillygate, a 5-minute walk from York's city centre and a short stroll to York Minster. The National Railway Museum is 17 minutes on foot, making it easy to explore the city's top sights without a car. The property features free Wi-Fi throughout and on-site parking for guests travelling by car.
Rooms are bright and cosy, with carpeted floors, flat-screen TVs, and electric kettles. You'll find free toiletries and ironing facilities in each room. Breakfast is a standout, with freshly cooked, filling options that guests rave about. The pub itself is warm and bustling, and quiz nights add to the lively, sociable vibe.
- Wi-Fi
- Ironing facilities
- Free toiletries
- Electric kettle
- Flat-screen TV
- Carpeted floor
In brief
What works, what to weigh
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Strengths
5 reasons to book- Central location, 5-minute walk to York's centre — Guests consistently praise the proximity to the city centre, York Minster, and the National Railway Museum (17 minutes on foot).
- Free on-site parking — A rare convenience in York's centre, with parking available behind the house and on-site.
- Hearty, freshly cooked breakfasts — Guests describe breakfasts as 'works of art', 'amazing', and 'really filling' – a highlight that sets up the day.
- Friendly and attentive staff — Multiple reviews highlight the accommodating and friendly service, with one guest even receiving free champagne.
- Lively pub atmosphere with quiz nights — The on-site pub adds a sociable, cosy vibe, with entertaining quiz nights that guests mention enjoying.
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Worth weighing
4 to weigh- Check-in only between 14:30 and 18:00 — If you arrive outside this window, you'll need to plan ahead – the pub doesn't offer 24-hour reception.
- No pets allowed — Guests travelling with pets will need to look elsewhere, as the property does not accommodate them.
- Rooms are on the basic side — While cosy, rooms offer only essential amenities like a TV and kettle – no mini-fridge or air conditioning.
- Single room has an external bathroom — The single room offers a private bathroom not en-suite, which may be less convenient for some guests.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
Twin Room
- 2 Single beds
- Garden view
- Shower
- Heating
- Bathtub
Single Room Private External Bathroom
- 1 Single bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Bathtub
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
In-room
- Wi-Fi
- Flat-screen TV
- Electric kettle
- Ironing facilities
- Free toiletries
- Carpeted floor
Bathroom
- Shower
- Bathtub (some rooms)
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 8.5/10 from 1,025 reviews
Booking.com · 8.5 · 1025 reviews
8.5Verified guest“The location was great, very central and convenient for the city centre, and entering the pub was a nice touch.”
8.5Verified guest“The beds were really comfortable. The best part was the location, right next to the centre, the pub, and the beer garden. The service was attentive and parking was free. The staff were accommodating and the rooms were bright and cosy.”
8.5Verified guest“I really enjoyed the food – it was excellent.”
8.5Verified guest“The location was magnificent, very close to a warm and lively pub, and also near the centre. I booked a room with great views, and the staff were very attentive and generous, even offering free champagne.”
8.5Verified guest“The room had everything I needed.”
8.5Verified guest“Central location, parking behind the house, comfortable bed, and very nice staff.”
04 — Location
Getting around York
The property sits in York.
York Minster: A short walk from the B&B, York Minster is a must-see – one guest called the location 'perfect, just a short walk to the minster'.
National Railway Museum: Located 17 minutes on foot from the property, this family-friendly museum is an easy stroll away.
York City Centre: Just a 5-minute walk puts you in the heart of the city, with its shops, restaurants, and historic streets.
48 Gillygate, York, North Yorkshire, YO31 7EQ, United Kingdom
05 — Good to know
Policies & conditions
Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.
- Check-in
- From 14:30-18:00
- Check-out
- By 09:00-10:00
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
- Payment
- Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
- Pets
- Not allowed
- Property
- 8 rooms
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
What time is check-in and check-out?
Check-in is between 14:30 and 18:00, and check-out is from 09:00 to 10:00.
Is parking available?
Yes, there is free on-site parking, and guests have mentioned parking behind the house.
Are pets allowed?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What are the breakfast options?
Guests consistently praise the breakfast – with 'so many choices' and 'freshly cooked' items that are filling and set you up for the day.
Do rooms have a private bathroom?
Most rooms have en-suite showers, but the Single Room has a private external bathroom with a shower and bathtub.
The bottom line
If you want a lively, central base in York with free parking and a cracking breakfast, The Gillygate Pub B&B delivers. It's not a quiet boutique hotel – expect pub energy and quiz-night buzz – but the location and hospitality make it a solid, honest choice.
8.5Best for travellers who value location, parking, and a sociable pub vibe over quiet luxury.
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