Galtres Lodge Hotel & Forest Restaurant

Hotels
8.7 (2171 reviews)
City Centre, 54 Low Petergate , York , gb

Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Electric bicycle charging station
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Luggage storage
Fax/photocopying
Packed lunches
Non-smoking throughout
Kid meals
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Central location
Friendly staff
Good breakfast quality
Quirky room designs
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Small room sizes

Categories

Cleanliness
8.16
Several reviews indicated some cleanliness issues, such as a poor shower enclosure state.
Service
9.13
Reviews consistently praised the staff as friendly and helpful.
Location
9.17
Many reviews highlighted the hotel's fantastic central location.
Room Quality
8.62
Guests appreciated the quirky room design, though some rooms were noted as small.
Amenities
8.65
Guests mentioned positive experiences with amenities like dog-friendly services.
Value for Money
8.61
Many guests felt the hotel provided good value for their stay.
Food and Beverage
8.66
Breakfast received positive mentions, highlighting variety and quality.
Overall Experience
8.63
Overall sentiment was very positive with guests expressing their intention to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 19:34

Property Description

Spectacular Views of York Minster
Experience breathtaking views of the iconic York Minster from our elegant Georgian residence. Immerse yourself in the historic city centre, surrounded by medieval streets and modern boutiques.

Ideal Location in York’s Café Quarter
Located in the vibrant café quarter of York, Galtres Lodge is the perfect base to explore the city's attractions. Enjoy Wi-Fi internet, comfortable rooms, and delicious brasserie-style meals just a short stroll away.

Personalized Service and Comfort
Our friendly staff is dedicated to providing you with the best personal service for a memorable stay. Relax in our comfortable, non-smoking rooms and let us ensure your visit to York is enjoyable and stress-free.

Book your stay at Galtres Lodge now for an unforgettable experience in the heart of historic York.

Important information:

The property offers a 25% discount at Q-Park Shambles, Garden Place, York YO1 7NT, 5 minutes' walk from the hotel. Please contact the property directly for the discount code. Parking must be booked online 24 hours prior to arrival.

Pets are only allowed by prior arrangement. Please note that an extra charge of GBP 15 per night applies.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:30 AM
Airport code: LBA

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public 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 15 years old stay for £15 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    People 16 years old and over stay for £25 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is needed) and costs GBP 18 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 2171 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.16
Service: 9.13
Location: 9.17
Room Quality: 8.62
Amenities: 8.65
Value for Money: 8.61
Food and Beverage: 8.66
Overall Experience: 8.63
J
Jamie couple gb
9
Comfortable and very easy
Pros:

Comfy beds, fantastic location, good food, kind staff

2026-02-14 via Nuitee
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Ben couple gb
9
Beautiful hotel in a great location.
Pros:

Beautiful room. We liked the beams. Bed was comfortable. Good breakfast. Great service.

Cons:

Shower was weak.

2026-02-14 via Nuitee
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Christine family_with_children gb
10
Great locations stay
Pros:

Ex large bed, good breakfast served quickly. Great location for centre of York.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-02-13 via Nuitee
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Gillian family_with_children gb
8
Highly recommend
Pros:

Ideal location, lovely friendly staff.

2026-02-13 via Nuitee
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Lainie solo_traveller gb
8
Comfortable, elegant and great value for money.
Pros:

Very central, charming, historic house furnished comfortably and tastefully. Friendly helpful staff.

Cons:

A shelf or rack in the shower would be great.

2026-02-12 via Nuitee
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O'Donovan family_with_children gb
10
Pros:

The location was excellent. The room was larger than I expected and had a lovely brewery of the front cobbled street. We had dinner and breakfast at the Gorest restaurant, which is connected to the hotel, and both dishes were delicious and plentiful. It's great that this hotel is dog friendly. The staff were professional and welcoming. Room eqs comfortable and warm. I would definitely stay here again when next back in York.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-02-11 via Nuitee
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Madaline family_with_children de
10
2026-02-10 via Nuitee
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Lynda couple gb
8
Lovely little quirky gem in the heart of York city with great hosts.
Pros:

The owners were welcoming thoughtful and helpful. The hotel is quirky and interesting and in a superb location for exploring York city centre. The food was delicious ( evening meals and breakfasts). The bed was very comfortable and the room very clean.

Cons:

As pensioners the stairs were a challenge though this should be expected in such an old quirky building. Next time we’ll ask for a room on a lower floor. The bathroom was quite small.

2026-02-09 via Nuitee
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Sophie solo_traveller gb
9
Would definitely go back - loved this hotel
Pros:

Wonderful central location with fabulous views of York Minster

Cons:

Hot water wasn't working when I needed a shower but it was fixed very promptly

2026-02-09 via Nuitee
K
Kathryn couple gb
10
2026-02-09 via Nuitee
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Povilas couple gb
10
2026-02-09 via Nuitee
P
Paul couple gb
9
2026-02-09 via Nuitee
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Michelle couple gb
10
Pros:

The stay was fantastic
The room was all I could of wanted
Food was fantastic
Staff lovely and friendly
Location spot on
Would definitely recommend
Will be coming back
Top place

2026-01-28 via Nuitee
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Irene couple gb
8
Lovely hotel , staff very nice , food good just didn’t find the beds in room 10 very comfortable
Pros:

Central position

Cons:

The beds were not very comfortable

2026-01-27 via Nuitee
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Stefania couple it
10
Adorabile
Pros:

Abbiamo soggiornato in quest'hotel per 3 notti. Siamo stati accolti dal sorriso di David, amichevole, molto disponibile e attento a qualunque richiesta. Ci è stata assegnata la camera numero 2, comoda con una bellissima finestra e una doccia abbastanza grande, molto pulita. Staff estremamente gentile, educatissimo e attento. Ristorante forest è accogliente, caldo e si mangia benissimo. Se torneremo a York sicuramente sceglieremo nuovamente questa struttura. Siamo stati veramente benissimo.

2026-01-27 via Nuitee
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Stephen couple gb
10
2026-01-26 via Nuitee
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Laura couple gb
10
Very unique, cosy and welcoming.
Pros:

Very unique, cosy and welcoming. Right in the centre of town.

Cons:

We liked everything for the nature of the trip we were on. Wouldn’t have been ideal with children though.

2026-01-26 via Nuitee
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Susan couple gb
10
Brilliant
Pros:

We ordered a small room, but it was enough for us
But all in all a great place, great location, great food and great hosts - 100% will be going back and we have already told our family and friends about this lovely place x

Cons:

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2026-01-26 via Nuitee
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Fielding couple gb
8
Fantastic and very central
Pros:

Location is perfect. Very central and looking down Grape Lane towards the minster. Step out and you're bang in the middle of everything.
The building itself is quirky and very well decorated.
The staff are ultra amenable and friendly and the breakfast was really nice.
We'll continue to book here when places like Guy Faulkes Inn aren't available. That's not a slight on Galtress Lodge in any way. Just preference.

Cons:

The room is a little cosy. Its not a complaint, we knew before we booked as we've been before so if you're looking for spacious, make sure you check before booking.

2026-01-26 via Nuitee
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Anne solo_traveller dk
8
Pros:

Beliggenheden, forplejningen.

Cons:

Lidt fugtigt på værelset.

2026-01-25 via Nuitee