Elmbank York, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotels
Tapestry Collection
8.6 (3350 reviews)
The Mount , York , gb

Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Helpful staff
Cons:
Inconsistent food quality
Room temperature issues

Categories

Cleanliness
8.24
Some reviewers mentioned cleanliness positively, but lack of towel change and room odors affected the sentiment.
Service
9.21
Staff were consistently described as friendly and helpful, with great service at breakfast.
Location
9.25
The hotel is conveniently located near the old town, making it easy to explore.
Room Quality
8.7
Rooms were often described as lovely, spacious, and well-decorated.
Amenities
8.23
Limited amenities were mentioned, particularly regarding the restaurant and parking.
Value for Money
8.69
Reviewers found the value for the location and accommodations to be fair despite some additional costs.
Food and Beverage
7.74
Food service quality was often criticized with poor breakfast and bar options.
Overall Experience
8.71
Most guests had a generally positive experience despite some issues, with several indicating they would return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 23:27

Property Description

Art Nouveau Elegance
Experience the charm of a 19th-century mansion transformed into a stunning Art Nouveau masterpiece by renowned designer George Walton. Admire the exquisite stained-glass windows, captivating murals, and intricate stencils throughout the Elmbank Hotel, showcasing one of the UK's finest collections.

Prime Location
Situated minutes away from York's vibrant city center and overlooking the picturesque Knavesmire Strays, guests enjoy easy access to the historic city walls, York Minster, and the railway station. Whether strolling through ancient streets or hopping on a quick bus ride, exploring the city's attractions is effortless.

Modern Comforts with Historic Flair
Combining historic elegance with contemporary amenities, the Elmbank Hotel offers a seamless blend of style, comfort, and sophistication. With limited parking, convenient bus stops, and proximity to York Racecourse, every aspect of your stay is designed for a memorable experience.

Book your stay at the Elmbank Hotel and immerse yourself in the beauty of York's rich history and modern convenience.

Important information:

Please note that the hotel will pre-authorize payment of the first night's stay. Guests are advised the same card that was used to make the booking will be required to take the payment. If the reservation is to be charged to a company or business card, the company or business must send an email to the hotel direct as confirmation of payment. Please note that there is no elevator available to access the Deluxe Double Room, House Classic and House Superior Deluxe.

When booking 7 rooms or more for your party, different policies will apply to your booking and you will be required if booking on a Flexible rate to make Full Prepayment 14 days prior to arrival if booking one of our Pre Paid rates Payment will be taken at the time of Booking.Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: LBA

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible) and costs GBP 10 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 3350 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.24
Service: 9.21
Location: 9.25
Room Quality: 8.7
Amenities: 8.23
Value for Money: 8.69
Food and Beverage: 7.74
Overall Experience: 8.71
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Teja solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Lovely hotel. Very welcoming and helpful staff.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-04-18 via Nuitee
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Wizz solo_traveller gb
7
Pros:

Friendly staff, very traditional and attractive decor in rooms and dining room. Car park opposite (paid but this is usual close to York) and easy to access from the centre. Very clean and comfortable bed.

Cons:

Food was the main let down. Dinner took 1 hour 20 min to arrive which is less than ideal particularly with a child. Calamari was limp and wet rather than crisp. Breakfast was also disappointing. The avocado did not appear to be fresh- perhaps a pre-made dip - and the poached eggs were hard. The pancakes were drowned in piles of jam and fairly inedible as a result.

2026-04-18 via Nuitee
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Susan solo_traveller gb
2
What happened to this hotel
Pros:

We have stayed here twice,the first was a few years ago and it was amazing.The second time wasn't good.

Cons:

Very slow staff in restaurant, , waited for a bout an hour for food to arrive.The Food when it arrived was amazing.
On check out, the bill was wrong by nearly 50 pounds, however it was refunded straight away I showed them my email receipt.

2026-04-17 via Nuitee
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Debbie solo_traveller gb
9
Very good
Pros:

Great overall.

Cons:

Filtered coffee and tea service . Fresher orange juice not cartons.

2026-04-15 via Nuitee
couple gb
8
2026-04-13 via Nuitee
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Julia couple gb
6
Good for an overnight stay
Pros:

Room was good for the price

Cons:

Staff were lovely but seriously understaffed, waited nearly 45 mins for our food and had to keep trying to get attention for any service, again not the staff but the management

2026-04-13 via Nuitee
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ADAM couple gb
6
overpriced ,service poorWARNING check if room in the main building if not maybe not what u think
Pros:

Main Hotel Lobby

Cons:

poor service in the bar

2026-04-12 via Nuitee
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Diana couple gb
8
Pros:

The staff were very friendly and helpful. Reception staff were very informative and restaurant staff friendly and pleasant. Breakfast food provided was good value for money.

Cons:

The room was clean, however, the small shower head in the bathroom was covered in mould and very dirty which makes it a health hazard as this harbours bacteria and me not want to use it during our 3 night stay.

2026-04-11 via Nuitee
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Robert couple gb
10
2026-04-11 via Nuitee
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Kenny solo_traveller gb
10
2026-04-10 via Nuitee
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John couple gb
8
Great stay for access to the York city centre.
Pros:

Location and cleanliness were excellent. Staff were very good in dealing with queries.

Cons:

If you have mobility issues, not the best place. There are no access ramps to enter the hotel. We were on the top floor, there is no lift, we had to carry our luggage up 3 flights of stairs.

2026-04-09 via Nuitee
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Rebecca family_with_children gb
9
2026-04-09 via Nuitee
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Tracey family_with_children fr
8
2026-04-08 via Nuitee
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Lisa couple gb
10
2026-04-07 via Nuitee
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Robbie couple gb
5
2026-04-06 via Nuitee
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Agustina family_with_children gb
9
Lovely
Pros:

Great value for money. 10 mins walk into york

2026-04-06 via Nuitee
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Sophie couple gb
8
Pros:

Great hotel, about 15 minutes walk into York. Nice and quiet

Cons:

The heating did come on in the middle of the night then the air-conditioning! Was quiet noisy. Didn't take us long to work out how to turn it all off tho so no problem.

2026-04-05 via Nuitee
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Wilaf solo_traveller gb
8
2026-04-05 via Nuitee
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Catherine couple gb
9
Clean, very comfortable and a great location for us.
Pros:

Location, cleanliness and facilities.

Cons:

Slightly noisy air con.

2026-04-05 via Nuitee
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Naomi solo_traveller gb
8
Comfortable Stay
Pros:

Room was and hotel interior beautifully decorated. Lady on reception was lovely very professional and helpful on all counts and engaging.

Cons:

Food poor a lot not available on menu.

2026-04-05 via Nuitee