The Gillygate

Hotels
Independent
4 (19 reviews)
48 Gillygate, York, England, YO31 7EQ , York , GB

Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Free breakfast
Free WiFi
Luggage storage
Designated smoking area
Wheelchair accessible
Free breakfast
Free self parking
Free full breakfast
Change of towels (on request)
Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Review Highlights

Pros:
Great staff
Lovely breakfast
Good location
Cons:
Noise from nearby areas
Early breakfast hours

Categories

Cleanliness
3.96
Rooms reported clean but some critiques on service quality during breakfast.
Service
4.93
Consistently mentioned as friendly and helpful staff characterized by excellent service.
Location
4.97
Great location close to city center and tourist attractions; easily accessible.
Room Quality
3.42
Rooms were generally described as comfortable but some noise issues noted.
Amenities
3.95
Basic amenities with parking available; breakfast timing noted as insufficient.
Value for Money
3.41
Some value concerns based on breakfast and complaints about service quality.
Food and Beverage
3.46
Mixed reviews with delicious breakfast highlighted but criticized for vegetarian options.
Overall Experience
3.93
A generally positive experience with willingness to return, subject to room choice.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 01:10

Property Description

Experience the charm of York at The Gillygate, your perfect retreat in the heart of the city.

Prime Location
Just a 5-minute stroll from the iconic York Minster and the historic Shambles, our hotel positions you perfectly to explore York's rich heritage.

Comfortable & Unique Rooms
Each of our 6 individually decorated guestrooms provides a cozy atmosphere with complimentary Wi-Fi, writing desks, and daily housekeeping to ensure you feel right at home during your stay.

Delicious Breakfast & Parking
Indulge in a complimentary full breakfast served daily from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM. Enjoy the convenience of free self-parking, allowing you to explore the vibrant surroundings without the hassle.

Book your stay at The Gillygate now and immerse yourself in the beauty of York!

Important information:

This hotel offers designated smoking areas.

Check-in and check-out hours:

Location

Guest Reviews

4
Based on 19 reviews
Cleanliness: 3.96
Service: 4.93
Location: 4.97
Room Quality: 3.42
Amenities: 3.95
Value for Money: 3.41
Food and Beverage: 3.46
Overall Experience: 3.93
L
Lynda partner
8
Pros:

Great staff lovely breakfast. Nice room, very warm and cosy but noisey because we were next to the beer cellar with a constant hum. Would love to stay again but in a different room.

2025-11-22 via Nuitee
G
gary family
10
Pros:

Had a great time staff were great

2025-11-06 via Nuitee
M
Mark
10
Pros:

Nice pub nice location, helpful and friendly staff

2025-10-31 via Nuitee
J
John
6
Pros:

Room OK, room 8, quiet in annex at rear of building. Comfortable bed and good night's sleep. Reception friendly, but bar closed when I returned, despite being told it would be open.

Mediocre breakfast, unfriendly service. Only rubbish instant coffee and no vegetarian option for full breakfast. Walk-ins have between 09:00 and 12:00, whilst hotel guests only have between 09:00 and 09:30. I presume this is to facilitate the unreasonably early checkout time of 10:00.

Poor value for what I paid, but not worth a formal complaint. I wouldn't stay here again.

2025-10-30 via Nuitee
J
Jane
10
Pros:

Delicious breakfast, cooked exceptionally.
Parking very safe.
Very pleasant staff,eager to help.
Very clean room.

2025-10-20 via Nuitee
I
I R
8
Pros:

|Staff great, parking safe. Hotel being refurbished soon I was told. Only just been taken over and they working hard to improve the overall experience.

2025-10-16 via Nuitee
M
Michael
10
Pros:

An excellent location and quiet due to the rooms being behind the pub. Excellent full breakfast.

2025-10-16 via Nuitee
J
James
10
Pros:

The £10

2025-10-14 via Nuitee
A
Alison
10
Pros:

Very central location. Close to shops & has parking. Staff friendly & helpful. Breakfast delicious. Room was clean & spacious. Would recommend.

2025-10-08 via Nuitee
J
Jacqueline
10
Pros:

Wonderful place to stay close to everything lovely breakfast would definitely stay again

2025-10-05 via Nuitee
F
FADZILLAH
10
One night stay at The Gillygate
Pros:

Stayed for one night. The room we got facec the road but it was not noisy. The location was superb because it was walking distance to many tourist places. Many restaurants & shops nearby. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Parking was very limited but no extra charges.

2025-09-27 via Nuitee
D
David
6
Pros:

Close to city centre with parking and a good breakfast.single room was basic with separate private toilet and bathroom across the hall.

2025-09-25 via Nuitee
A
Alasdair
8
Pros:

Free, private off-road parking. Clean with helpful, friendly staff. Plenty of space in the suite.

2025-09-24 via Nuitee
N
Nigel
10
Pros:

Very friendly staff, property is right in the centre of town so a great location

2025-09-23 via Nuitee
K
Karl
10
Pros:

Very friendly staff very helpful comfy bed good breakfast. And enjoyable stay

2025-09-21 via Nuitee
R
Robert family
10
Pros:

Lovely friendly place to stay at in York

2025-09-17 via Nuitee
C
Carol
8
Pros:

Central location. Free parking on site. Security conscious. Good breakfast. 9.00am -9.30 for breakfast was a short amount of time. Would have preferred 8.30-9.30.

2025-09-04 via Nuitee
V
Verified traveler
8
Highly recommend
Pros:

The staff were superb, really lovely ladies.
Our room was spacious and the bathroom well equipped.
Breakfast was great and they are really close to the main tourist area.
Excellent value for money.

2025-08-28 via Nuitee
I
Israel
10
Pros:

Very Good place!

2025-07-27 via Nuitee