The Bootham Tavern - York

Hotels
8.1 (617 reviews)
29 Bootham , York , gb

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Heating
Bar
Karaoke
Non-smoking throughout
Private check-in/check-out
Daily housekeeping
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Good location
Tasty breakfast
Friendly staff
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Noise from live music
Room size for the price

Categories

Cleanliness
7.06
Issues with black mould in the room mentioned, impacting cleanliness.
Service
8.83
Friendly staff noted in several reviews, offsets a negative experience with one barman.
Location
9.07
Excellent location mentioned across multiple reviews.
Room Quality
7.52
Room size was criticized but overall room quality mentioned positively.
Amenities
8.55
Good amenities mentioned but some areas like the pool might not be available.
Value for Money
7.01
Concerns raised over additional charges for luggage storage and pricing.
Food and Beverage
8.56
Breakfast was positively reviewed, specifically the full English breakfast.
Overall Experience
8.23
Mixed feelings but overall positive experience shared among several guests.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 14:42

Property Description

Central Location

Located in the heart of York, The Bootham Tavern is a vibrant hotel offering a convenient stay near popular attractions such as York Minster and Bettys Cafe Tea Rooms. Guests can easily explore the city with Priory Church of the Holy Trinity, Cliffords Tower, and York Barbican just a short distance away.

Entertainment and Connectivity

Enjoy live bands every weekend and stay connected with free WiFi throughout the property. The evening entertainment and sports screenings provide a lively atmosphere for guests to unwind after a day of sightseeing.

Comfortable Accommodation

Relax in well-equipped rooms featuring modern amenities like a flat-screen TV, private bathroom, and a cozy seating area. With friendly staff and a welcoming ambiance, The Bootham Tavern ensures a comfortable and enjoyable stay in York.

Book now for an unforgettable experience at The Bootham Tavern - York!

Important information:

This property might host on-site functions, so noise may be audible in some rooms.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.1
Based on 617 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.06
Service: 8.83
Location: 9.07
Room Quality: 7.52
Amenities: 8.55
Value for Money: 7.01
Food and Beverage: 8.56
Overall Experience: 8.23
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Chris solo_traveller gb
8
Very friendly staff, breakfast superb good bands
Pros:

Close to town centre and showed all the sports

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-22 via Nuitee
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Stevie solo_traveller gb
9
2026-08-21 via Nuitee
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Terence solo_traveller gb
8
2026-08-19 via Nuitee
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Anna solo_traveller gb
8
Great stay. Brilliant location.
Pros:

Perfect location base. Two minutes walk into York centre. 15 mins walk from Train station. Comfy double bed although room we stopped in was quite small. Shower was powerful. Fan was a great welcome relief. Lovely staff and great pub, but no beer garden. Although they do not serve any food apart from breakfast from 8am - 9.30am for residents only.

Cons:

Stairs were steep. Breakfast was mediocre. Had to ask for loo roll twice as one roll was not enough for a three night stay. Rooms were very warm due to weather, still had winter bedding on.and had to prop the sash window open with a hairspray can.

2026-08-09 via Nuitee
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david solo_traveller gb
9
2026-08-03 via Nuitee
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robertmR9092VY Couples
10
Enjoyable! Stay great location!
Pros:

We really enjoyed our stay there staff where very welcome. The room was comfortable and clean would stay again. Thank you so much.

2026-08-01 via Tripadvisor
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Timothy solo_traveller us
9
Pros:

Closeness to the city center, friendliness of the staff

2026-07-24 via Nuitee
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Taisa family_with_children br
6
Se tivesse chuveiro no banheiro e não só a banheira, seria bem melhor
Pros:

Ótima localização , café da manhã básico

Cons:

Se tivesse chuveiro no banheiro

2026-07-18 via Nuitee
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KeithM560 Solo travel London, England
10
Great Pub Rooms
Pros:

Had a very comfortable room (St Mary's Abbey) top of two flights of stairs - not good if you have mobility issues. Room very clean.The bed was comfortable and well furnished. Tea Coffee and BIscuits provided. Good shower and lots of towels. Excellent breakfast. Very friendly staff.

2026-07-17 via Tripadvisor
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Keith Andrew solo_traveller gb
9
Pub Rooms as they should be.
Pros:

Room, breakfast, staff and location all first class.

Cons:

If you have mobility issues avoid top floor room, two flights of steep stairs.

2026-07-17 via Nuitee
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Christine solo_traveller gb
9
Value for money hotel, with friendly, helpful staff and in a good location for the theatre.
Pros:

I was only staying for one night, as I was going to the theatre, so the hotel was in a great location. All the staff I spoke to were really friendly and helpful, the room/bathroom were clean and the bed was really comfy. There was a good choice of menu at breakfast. I loved the themed rooms and would stay here again.

Cons:

N/A

2026-07-16 via Nuitee
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Robin couple gb
6
Nice pub nice atmosphere but room/ bathroom needs fo be worked on
Pros:

Close to town centre nice atmosphere

Cons:

No shower facilities also Fan not working properly heavy curtains no net curtains for privacy

2026-07-14 via Nuitee
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Malvina Judith solo_traveller ar
6
Pros:

La ubicación.

Cons:

Habitación pequeña, daba a un patio interno sucio. El desayuno se sirve de 9 a 9.30 así que uno de los dos días no lo pude tomar porque mí tren salía a las 8.30.
Personal indiferente.

2026-07-11 via Nuitee
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Parkinson solo_traveller gb
10
2026-06-19 via Nuitee
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Katrina solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Central location. Great atmosphere

Cons:

Nothing really

2026-05-31 via Nuitee
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Kelly couple us
10
Great stay, Great Staff, Live Music and Loads of Close by Fun!
Pros:

Located close to so many sights and bars and restaurants! We were not wanting for things to do and see! The room was clean, the staff was kind and welcoming and the tavern was a fun place to wind down in the evening as well as start the day!

Cons:

Nothing! Everything was exactly as described!

2026-05-25 via Nuitee
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Topman123 Friends getaway Doncaster, South Yorkshire, England
10
Best Pub in YORK
Pros:

If I’m honest, in my opinion the The Bootham Tavern is the best pub in York by a country mile.

I recently asked Nicola, the landlady, if a bunch of my pals from Doncaster could use the pub as a base for a big weekend, and both Nicola and every single member of staff could not do enough for us — even though we are a lively and rowdy bunch at times!

If you like a proper pub atmosphere, this place has everything: racing, football, rugby, poker, live music and a brilliant crowd. But the best thing about the Bootham Tavern by far is the people who work there. Nicola and the team genuinely go above and beyond for customers, and I honestly don’t know how they manage to keep such a high standard all the time. Even the door staff are friendly, welcoming and a pleasure to deal with.

I genuinely can’t speak highly enough of this place or the business they’ve built. The Bootham Tavern is top class from top to bottom.

Kick on.

2026-05-22 via Tripadvisor
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Paul solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Location and friendly staff

Cons:

Everything was fine

2026-05-19 via Nuitee
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Leonie solo_traveller nl
9
Pros:

Goed ontbijt, uitstekende locatie, vriendelijk personeel

Cons:

Er was een licht irritante piep in de kamer af en toe.

2026-05-13 via Nuitee
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Robinson couple gb
10
Pros:

Everything but the pillows

Cons:

The pillows it needs new ones. Even if you could rent some better pillows when you were stopping there would help

2026-04-16 via Nuitee