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The Milner York

4.0 star property
Victorian hotel with 2 bars/lounges, near York Minster

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Located close to York Minster, Principal York offers a tranquil retreat with a sauna and steam room for relaxation. Explore the garden or enjoy the indoor pool, while savoring breakfast at Refectory. With free in-room WiFi and helpful staff praised by previous guests.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness centre
  • Self parking
  • 24-hour room service
  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden

Feel at home (6)

  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Lift
  • Flat-screen TV
The current price is S$122
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb

Why we love this property

Victorian city gem
Victorian architecture adorns this hotel's charming garden. Located in the historical district's heart, it offers a peaceful retreat from city bustle.
Culinary highlights
British cuisine and al fresco dining tempt taste buds at the hotel restaurant. A duo of bars and English breakfast round out the culinary highlights.

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Garden View Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Accessible Room

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Single Room

  • Sleeps 1

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Superior King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Superior Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

Suite with Minster View

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(50 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Iron/ironing board
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(42 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Iron/ironing board
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Iron/ironing board
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Iron/ironing board
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Single Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Iron/ironing board
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Cosy Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(30 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Iron/ironing board
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, Annex Building

7.8 out of 10
Good
(33 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Wardrobe
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, Accessible

7.2 out of 10
Good
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Iron/ironing board
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Garden view

Standard Double Room, City View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(36 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Iron/ironing board
  • City view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Junior Studio Suite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Iron/ironing board
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Signature Suite, City View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Wardrobe
  • City view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Bathroom

Urban Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Double Room-Annex Building

  • Sleeps 2

Sidings Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Superior Room

  • Sleeps 2

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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About the area

Map
Station Road, York, England, YO24 1AA

What's nearby

  • Jorvik Viking Centre - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • York Dungeon - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Shambles - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • York Minster - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Clifford's Tower - 12 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford) - 54 min drive
  • York Station - 1 min walk
  • York (QQY-York Train Station) - 1 min walk
  • Poppleton Station - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪York Tap - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Punch Bowl - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Malmaison York - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Duke of York - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Milner York

The Milner York puts you in a great location, within a 15-minute walk of York Minster and Shambles. Guests can visit the fitness centre for a workout or grab a bite to eat at Peachey's Bar & Grill, which serves British cuisine and is open for dinner. Other highlights at this Victorian hotel include 2 bars/lounges, a snack bar/deli and a terrace. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff and breakfast.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 155 rooms
    • Arranged over 5 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Express check-out available
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
    • Suites are located in various parts of the hotel including the 4th and 5th floors which are only accessible by stairs.
    • The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 1 total)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
    • Pets must be supervised
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Uncovered on-site self-parking (GBP 22 per day)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • English breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–10 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Restaurant
  • Barbecue grills
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli

What to do

  • Bike rentals nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Working away

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference space

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1870
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Fitness centre
  • Banquet hall
  • Victorian architecture

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Step-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television

Home comfort

  • Heating (climate-controlled) and air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Rainfall shower heads
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)

Special features

Dining

Peachey's Bar & Grill – This restaurant specialises in British cuisine and only serves dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). Reservations are required.
The Swollen Gambler – This pub serves lunch, dinner and light fare. Open daily.
The Garden Room – This lobby lounge serves breakfast, lunch and light fare. Open daily.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education) – a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • English breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 19.95 per person
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from January 16 2026 to March 31 2026 (dates subject to change):
  • Sauna
  • Hot tub
  • Swimming pool
The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 23 December to 26 December:
  • Dining venue

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 30 per pet, per night

Parking

  • Uncovered self-parking costs GBP 22 per day

Policies

Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Barclaycard
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Hotel Royal York
Hotel York Royal
Royal Hotel York
Royal York
York Hotel Royal
York Royal
York Royal Hotel
Royal York Hotel Grand Victorian
Royal York Hotel York
Principal Hotel
Principal York
The Royal York Hotel
The Principal York
Principal York Hotel
Hotel Principal York York
York Principal York Hotel
Hotel Principal York
Principal York York
The Principal York
The Royal York Hotel
Principal Hotel
Principal

Frequently asked questions

Does The Milner York offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Milner York does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Milner York?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total. There's a charge of GBP 30 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at The Milner York?

Yes. Self-parking costs GBP 22 per day.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Milner York?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

What is there to do at The Milner York and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities such as cycling and hiking, and practise your swing on the nearby golf course. Enjoy amenities such as 2 bars, a fitness centre and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Milner York?

Yes, Peachey's Bar & Grill offers al fresco dining and British cuisine.

What's the area around The Milner York like?

The Milner York is in South Bank, a short 1-minute walk from York Station and 10 minutes' walk from York Minster. Travellers say that the local area is very central perfect for sightseeing.

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Reviews

The Milner York Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as excellent, great, lovely, and fabulous with a good variety of options. (80 reviews)
  • The pool area was lovely, clean, and well-maintained with good facilities and a warm atmosphere. (23 reviews)
  • The hot tub facilities were a nice bonus and a great way to relax. (7 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

A firm favourite of ours great location lovely hotel and grounds and the friendliest staff cannot fault it
Marie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Room was amazing, clean, comfortable and large. Toiletries were nice too.
Georgina, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff excellent from check to departure. Arrived early so went to reception just expecting to register the car park but room was ready which was a bonus. Great meal in peacheys in the evening followed by a quality breakfast the following morning.
Russell, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean and comfortable room,ha everything we needed ,it was alsowarm despite the cold weather outside ..
Ann, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Stunning building with imposing staircases and plenty of space, never feeling crowded. Staff were professional and friendly. Rooms were well appointed and bathrooms stylish and spacious.
Christopher, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing hotel well worth the money.
Tom, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Really enjoyed this hotel
Josephine, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Room was lovely & big with character, check in staff were so kind, helpful & friendly. A great stay!
Alison, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Rooms nice and clean, hotel lounge and bar were absolutely spectacular, also a perfect location for exploring York city centre. What really makes this hotel though is the staff, they are very attentive and nothing is too much trouble, big thank you to Patrick who looked after us in Peacy’ bar and grill for dinner and also Laura on reception for being amazing and making us feel very special, thankyou Team Milner, hope to see you again soon.
Glyn, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff very friendly
Kathryn, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Lovely room Friendly and informative staff Unfortunately the leisure facilities were unavailable during our stay
Phil, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean room and staff were excellent
Brian, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect location. Next to the train station and a few minutes walk into the centre
PHIL, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Room was lovely and clean, staff were friendly, and the breakfast was great.
Lynda, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely stunning hotel Room was amazing Facilities were amazing and we were made to feel so welcome by the staff, especially laura who checked us in at recpetion. Thank you for a wonderful stay.
Laura, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We couldn’t fault our stay. Such an amazing well-run hotel. I’ve been staying at the Milner for 45 years and I have never been disappointed. Great rooms, clean, well maintained, lovely food and friendly/professional staff. I’ll be there again soon.
George, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful large rooms with all the amenities you could want. Lobby, reception, lounge and restaurant areas beautiful furnished.
Christine, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice room. Facilities good
David, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel especially at Christmas! The staff are lovely and attentive. We have the best couple of nights. Thank you
leigh, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great hotel - very central location.
Sarah, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice hotel
Paul, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect location, friendly staff and excellent facilities a charming hotel
Marie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Breakfast was really fresh. The only thing I would have preferred is coffee made fresh for me rather than from a jug... It was ok but not the best coffee. The room was beautiful and staff were great. We really enjoyed our stay and will definitely stay again. Also really enjoyed the pool
Amy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

As always from arrival to leaving all the staff were wonderful, friendly and helpful. If you needed anything they eould promptly helped.
Diane, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel and friendly staff
Andrea, 1-night trip