York is one of our favourite northern getaways. And our home in this noble city is just a 10-minute walk from York Minster (the most uttered word on sight of which is ‘wow’).
No. 1 York by GuestHouse is a Grade II Listed Regency townhouse of stately proportions and head-turningly good looks. It has huge, dreamy sash windows, higher-than-high ceilings, a sweeping central staircase, and ivy around the door. Its grand-but-friendly face is full of charm, and inside you’ll find pantries stocked full of treats for the taking, great restaurant food throughout the day, delicious drinks from the bar, a spa centred on bespoke therapies, and a straight-from-the-heart welcome.
No. 1 York has received the coveted Tripadvisor 2025 golden badge, awarding us 'Best of the Best' status. This puts us in the top 1% of all properties globally on TripAdvisor, plus we're the number one rated hotel in York too.
Our 38 lovable bedrooms, including three standout suites, are dotted around the building’s three floors. Each one has its quirks courtesy of the building’s heritage detailing and our interior designer’s wonder-inspiring style.
Explore our neighbour Pearly Cow and try the best produce from land and sea cooked over fire or served over ice. Enjoy our decadent take on the English institution that is the afternoon tea. And don't forget to head to The Bar at No.1 to find the most drinkable deliciousness served all day to regulars and guests.
Our spa sits down in the arches of our cellar in our York hotel. It’s a cocooning world of bespoke wellbeing experiences. There are five treatment rooms, including a room for two. And a seriously soothing space for post-treatment relaxation.
Tie the knot in the beyond charming walled city of York. Weddings at our York hotel are truly a sight to behold...Our regency townhouse has been lovingly transformed into a palatial city pad, ready to host up to 50 guests for a wonder-filled wedding day (or longer!).
We've all heard of blue-sky thinking, and sometimes getting the team out of the office into the fresh air is just the ticket. Take things up a notch with a meeting in York at No.1.
York’s abundance of incredible parks makes it a perfect dog-holiday destination. And if you’d like a luxurious lie-in when your loyal pal needs a stroll, we have trusted local walkers on hand.
There's a Crosley Record player in every one of our rooms along with a selection of records too, so you can listen to your favourite tunes whilst relaxing in the bath or getting ready for a night on the town. You'll also have access to a larger selection of records to browse during your stay in our vinyl library situated in the lobby.
The contents of our Pantry is all yours whenever the fancy takes you. You’ll find it stocked daily with delicious savoury snacks and homemade sweet treats, soft drinks, filtered water and fresh fruit.
Let us meet you from your train and whisk your bags back to the hotel, in our cargo bike, so you can explore unhindered from the off. Get in touch to request your luggage pick up. Our service is available between 10.30am and 5.30pm and we require 24 hour's notice.
Parking is available at the rear of the hotel for £25 per night Monday to Thursday and £30 per night Friday to Sunday. Spaces are limited - please reserve your space as soon as you have booked by clicking below. If on-site parking is unavailable, there are several car parks just a short stroll from the hotel, including Marygate Car Park (YO30 7DT) and Bootham Row Car Park (YO30 7DU).
We've collected our most frequently asked questions from our wonderful guests, including questions about check-in times, bringing your pet or children, food and drink, spa and more and answered them for you and gathered them together on one page. If you can't find the answer you're looking for please do give us a call or drop us an email and our team will be delighted to help.
Details in Brighton...
Life buoys, postcards from the past and an old fairground sign along the bedroom corridors
Disco ball and giant fan at reception
Spinning Helter Skelter and a boat in The Bar
Art, everywhere
What`s on in Margate
🌈 Margate Pride (Aug 8): A vibrant LGBTQ+ celebration with a parade, performances, art, and parties across town. Celebrate with a drink up on The Rooftop Bar and food at @pearlycowmargate
🎤 Wicked: For Good ‘Sing-a-long’: An outdoor movie experience at Margate’s Oval Bandstand & Lawns with popcorn and a communal atmosphere
🎨TEARS Final Show: @Tracey_Emin_Artist_Residency culminates at @TKEstudios, showcasing diverse contemporary works from the current cohort of resident artists
🎶 Live Music at @Dreamlandmargate: Catch Nile Rodgers & Chic (Aug 21) and Bastille (Aug 22)
🖼️ See what`s on at @Turnercontemporary
🛍️ Plenty of great independent shops to browse and bring something home
🌊 Enjoy the warmth of the golden sand and a refreshing dip in the waters
Standout serve of the season at No. 15 Bath
The Biscotti Espresso Martini - Rich, velvety and made for slow sipping
An indulgent take on the classic, blending vodka, Kahlúa, amaretto and fresh espresso with notes of Biscoff, caramel and warming nutmeg. To finish, we top it with our homemade No. 15 biscotti
And Sunday-Thursday, between 8-9pm, it`s our House Hour which means all cocktails for £8
Reflexology, a gentle, holistic therapy that works on the principle that specific points on your feet, hands, and ears correspond to different organs and systems within the body.
We apply mindful pressure to these reflex points to soothe a busy mind, improve circulation, release the physical tension and bring you back into a state of equilibrium
Choose between 60 minutes or 90 minutes
GUESTS WHO...
sip cocktails on The Terrace and up on The Rooftop
celebrate very special occasions
find beauty in window views
try something or somewhere new
Which guest are you?
Brighton is made for spontaneous summer getaways! If you`re visiting the city, here`s what`s happening...
20th-26th July
🏖️ On The Beach: Seafront concert series featuring Big Beach Boutique 7 and world-class live music
27th July - 2nd August
🌈 Pride (Aug 1–2): This year`s headliners are Raye and Diana Ross. Head to The Terrace Bar for our Pride Party
24th-31st August
🛵 Brighton Mod Weekender: Sharp suits, music, and a classic scooter run celebrating 21 years
🎵 Day Fever, Brighton (Aug 30): Iconic 20th-century hits, from Madonna to Prince
And...
🎭 Live music and comedy nights throughout summer at iconic venues such as Komedia
🏊 Dive in for a swim at the beach
🎡 Enjoy the nostalgia of fairground rides at Brighton Palace Pier
📚 Wander The Lanes and North Laine for antique jewellery, vintage, records, art, books and independent cafés
🧺 Visit Royal Pavilion - Regency glamour meets dramatic Indo-Saracenic architecture meets Chinoiserie interiors. Pair it with a picnic in the Pavilion Gardens
- If there`s time for more, take a day trip to Seven Sisters or Devil’s Dyke
📸 Bedroom view at No. 124 @benjiryder
BRIGHTON`S BIGGEST PARTY DESERVES THE BEST TABLE 🌈✨🪩
Think ice cold cocktails, champagne, tacos, oysters and front-row views of the parade. @coops.png will kick off the party at 10am followed by a live performance by @michaelmarouli. Expect powerhouse vocals, quick wit and plenty of sparkle!
Just 11 tickets left - click the link in our bio to reserve yours.
An unforgettable day and evening with Freya and Dave 💍
Our first wedding ceremony at No. 42 Margate!
📸 @jacksonandco
Your guide to what`s on and what to see in York this summer by local @bykatieelena
💛 @Yorkminsterofficial - the magnificent architecture is particularly striking during golden hour
🚶♀️Walk the city walls - particularly beautiful between Bootham Bar and Monk Bar and then between Micklegate Bar and the river
⚓️ River cruises - very fun when it`s nice weather and they allow dogs too
🖼️ Clifford`s Tower - recommended for views of the city. Whilst you`re here, visit the Art Gallery too
👻 Ghost Bus Tour - York`s spooky history is rather well known - get to know it
🌳 Museum Gardens, Deans Park & Rowntree Park - the parks are great for everyone but particularly the little ones
☕️ Bishopthorpe Road - stop by the coffee shops, delis and independent shops
🪄 @TheShamblesYork & Shambles Market - step foot on the famous medieval street believed to have inspired Harry Potter`s Diagon Alley
Some of my favourites...
🚆 Day trips - Whitby, Knaresborough, Castle Howard
📚 Shops - Upside Down (Bootham), The Imaginarium (Blake St), Criminally Good Books (Colliergate)
🥐 Coffee shops & bakeries - @Flori.bakery, @stanandromana, @kiosk_cafe
Events and happenings to keep an eye out for
🎶 @YorkCastleMuseum - A Victorian Summer Spectacle involving gala-inspired décor, crafts, and immersive live music
🎤 York Georgian Festival: A citywide celebration of York’s Georgian era, featuring heritage events, talks, tours, and performances
🎼 York Minster Organ Recitals: Six musicians performing in this magnificent cathedral
🐎 Racing in York (Aug 19–22): The Ebor Festival returns with sporting excellence, fashion, and York’s most famous races
Check-in series #10
No. 1 York - Large Guest Room
Spread across the ground, first and second floors, there rooms are ideal for a longer stay, or if you just enjoy the comfort of more space. You can choose a super-king-size bed or two decent-sized single beds and definitely dog-friendly and children-friendly too. Most rooms can fit an extra cot or bed! All have seating areas to relax too. As always, you’ll find all the usual GuestHouse goodies too
Your guide to the different room types at No. 42 Margate 🐚🌊
Family friendly. Dog friendly. Find a room that suits you all. And if there`s more of you than can fit in one room, we have interconnecting rooms too
How to enjoy the sun... ☀️
- Late afternoon, post-work or after dinner drinks at The Terrace Bar. Borrow a hat for extra shade!
- Sips on The Rooftop Bar in Margate (now open 7 days a week!), on the terrace or back in your room, on the balcony
- Breakfast or dinner al fresco at @pearlycowyork
Places to escape the heat... 💨
- Cool off in The Bar at Bath with quintessential to unexpected cocktails and some bar snacks
- Work from ours at The Lounge in Margate and keep topped up with iced lattes
- Take a seat in one of many of our spaces at No. 124 for some desk time or to chill
- Not been able to sleep? We`ll help you reset in our soothing Spas
- Stay the night. All of our coastal properties have air-con and many of our rooms at Bath and York too
A new cocktail destination on Great Pulteney Street
Sip refined classics, signature serves and seasonal creations alongside small plates and bar snacks
Our standout serve of the season: The Biscotti Espresso Martini - an indulgent take on the classic with notes of Biscoff, caramel and warming nutmeg. Finished with our signature crunchy No. 15 biscotti
Open daily with The House Hour 8-9 PM, Sunday to Thursday, where all cocktails are just £8
COMPETITION IS NOW CLOSED
The ultimate summer package ☀️🏖️🌊
Check-in to a coastal or city glow up! We’ve teamed up to give you the chance to win a dreamy @guesthousehotels stay and beach-ready essentials from @dockandbay to match. Keep cool from the rooftop to the shoreline. Pack your bags, get set for summer.
WIN:
£300 voucher to spend on Dock and Bay
A one-night stay for two at any GuestHouse hotel, including breakfast the next morning, and a cocktail each
How to enter:
1. Like & save this post
2. Follow @dockandbay & @guesthousehotels
3. Tag a friend in the comments, each tag in a new comment counts as a new entry
4. Share this post
Competition ends: 22nd July, 11:59pm. Good luck.
T&Cs: UK entries only. GuestHouse Hotels stay: for two people sharing a guest room, valid Sunday–Thursday, subject to availability. Excludes July, August and 23rd December-3rd January. Must be taken by 25th March. Prizes are non-transferable and cannot be exchanged for money or alternative items.
Copper Cove Experience - our signature treatment at @fieldtripspa
Switch off, slow down and share a little time together
Our signature copper tub soak and magnesium salts set the scene, followed by side-by-side massages to melt away any lingering tension. Tailor your finish with a bespoke facial or foot ritual, both grounded in a restorative scalp massage
Unhurried, peaceful, and entirely yours
@margoinmargate’s Summer Residency at No. 42 Margate by @guesthousehotels
Very excited to announce our partnership which brings 12 beautiful artworks by Margo to the hotel. You’ll find them from the ground floor leading all the way up to The Rooftop Bar
To celebrate, we’ve created a Kiss Me in Margate cocktail too. Sip a glass and enjoy 10% off all prints by Margo
And, if you see a piece you particularly like from the collection, turn left out of the hotel and you’ll find Margo’s gallery just a few doors down and can arrange bringing one home!
The Margate Coast is full of coastal culture. Here’s why we think it’s a pretty special place...
@visitengland, @VisitEnglandbiz @visitthanet #AllOnTheCoast
Your front-row seat to Brighton Pride with the drag icon that is @michaelmarouli 🌈🎭🎤
On Saturday 1st August, we`re throwing open the doors to our Pride Party at The Terrace Bar, Brighton
Think front-row parade views, DJ sets from 10am with @coops.png, a live performance from Drag Race UK star Michael Marouli, exclusive Pride cocktails, oysters, tacos and all the sunshine (we`ve ordered it already)
Your £95 ticket includes £75 to spend on food and drinks, so you can celebrate your way
Come for the Pride. Stay for the atmosphere. Leave with a camera roll full of memories
Plus we have just a handful of rooms left for Saturday, so why not make the most of the celebrations and stay the night?
Last year`s party sold out, so don`t wait. Tickets available via the link in our bio 🌊✨
Details in York...
A sweeping central staircase to welcome you
Our model train that makes a journey around The Rhubarb Bar every 30 minutes
Do not disturb because we all have those moments
Games in the Marmalade Lounge for you to pass time
Record library - take any up to your room
Help-yourself pantry
Write down your thoughts from your stay in our GuestBook
Check-in series #9
No. 15 Bath - Pulteney Suite with @ettinger.london
The jewels of our townhouses. Most boast super-high ceilings and grand sash windows framed by shutters and drapes. Dog friendly and family friendly too. Plus, if you’re looking for somewhere to escape the heat, these rooms have air-con to keep you cool.
And if you stay before the 28th August, Sunday-Thursday, there’s £150 spa credit, per room, per night for you to spend as you wish
