23 St Mary's

3.5 star property
Bed & breakfast in York, a short walk to York Minster

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Interior
Deluxe Four Poster Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished
Courtyard
Reception
Courtyard

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

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23 St. Mary's, St. Mary's, Bootham, York, England, YO30 7DD
  • Place, York Minster
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Shambles
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, York Christmas Market
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 2 Large Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bed

Deluxe Four Poster Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Super King or Twin Room with City View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Large Twin Beds

Family Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 2 Twin Beds and 2 Large Twin Beds

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

York

23 St Mary's places you in Bootham, within a leisurely stroll of popular sights such as York Minster and Shambles. This 9-room, 3.5-star bed & breakfast welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, a library, and express check-in.

What's nearby

  • York Minster - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Shambles - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • York Christmas Market - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Jorvik Viking Centre - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • York City Walls - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • York Station - 8 min walk
  • Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bootham Tavern - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Brew & Brownie - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Eagle & Child - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Bean & Gone Coffee - ‬6 min walk

About this property

23 St Mary's

Bed & breakfast in York, a short walk to York Minster
A local mainstay since 1890, 23 St Mary's offers free WiFi in public areas, a library, and express check-in. Self parking is offered for GBP 10 per day. Helpful staff can provide tour or ticket assistance and luggage storage. Additional amenities include express check-out, a terrace, and a picnic area.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with digital channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Coffee makers and wardrobes or closets are other standard amenities.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 10 per day); reservations required
  • Street parking available
  • Self parking on site (GBP 10 per day)

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 15 for adults and GBP 10 for children
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in room
  • No elevator

More

  • Built in 1890
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Room service

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Access code, host will greet you

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 10.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 15 for adults and GBP 10 for children
  • Self parking fee: GBP 10 per day
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 10 per day (20 ft away)
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 10.0 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

23 St Mary's
23 St Mary's B&B
23 St Mary's B&B York
23 St Mary's York
23 St Mary's House York
23 St Mary's House
23 St Mary's Guesthouse York
23 St Mary's Guesthouse
23 St Mary's York
23 St Mary's Bed & breakfast
23 St Mary's Bed & breakfast York

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at 23 St Mary's?

23 St Mary's provides free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What is there to do close to 23 St Mary's?

This bed & breakfast is situated in Bootham within a short 9-minute walk of York Minster and also 11 minutes on foot from Shambles. You'll also find Yorkshire Museum Gardens and York Theatre Royal less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at 23 St Mary's?

Yes, parking is offered for GBP 10 per day.

Does 23 St Mary's have a casino?

No, 23 St Mary's doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at 23 St Mary's?

No, there is no indoor pool at this bed & breakfast.

What amenities will couples enjoy at 23 St Mary's?

Couples staying at this bed u0026 breakfast will appreciate amenities like a terrace and a library plus some guestrooms include city views.

Does 23 St Mary's have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this bed & breakfast.

Does 23 St Mary's have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, 23 St Mary's serves a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its snack bar.

Does 23 St Mary's allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at 23 St Mary's.

Does 23 St Mary's have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this bed & breakfast.

How far is the airport from 23 St Mary's?

The closest major airport to 23 St Mary's is Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford), which is about 24.1 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at 23 St Mary's?

No, at 23 St Mary's, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Reviews

23 St Mary's Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 366 out of 534 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 134 out of 534 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 534 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 534 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 534 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Delightful, welcoming, perfect :D

Delightful place to stay, welcoming staff, beautiful rooms, perfect location!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very nice guesthouse!

Our room was very comfortable for a family of 4. We had one king and two twin beds, and the room was spacious enough to enjoy our short excursion to York. The location was fantastic. We could walk to the train station and to the city center. The street is quiet and beautiful. The bathroom was a highlight. It was spotless and looked recently renovated. The only thing was that we never saw any adult staff on the premises. The teen girls that worked there were very nice but couldn’t answer some of our questions. It would have been nice to have had face to face interaction with the owners or adult staff. Overall, we would stay there again and give it bonus points for cleanliness.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Jiawei

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hesham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, close to the center yet not too close to the noise. Quite rooms, taking care of every detail with warm and cozy style.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Min

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It located in very convenient area, easy acce s from station and city center Room was clean and cozy
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Nancy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and had all the advertised amenities. Unfortunately when we stayed it was very warm and the windows only vented a little so there was no cross ventilation. The fan helped, but it was uncomfortable. The stairs were also very narrow up to the third floor and hard to navigate with large suitcases.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Convenient to city center and parking near by.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
St Mary’s was clean, comfortable with an excellent breakfast and great location
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

lynn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful place to stay! Very convenient to the train station and close to York minster and the wall. We loved it!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place as a base to explore York. Clean, quiet and comfy. Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place. Wonderful location. Quiet. The only thing I could say would be a few dirty spots on the carpet need cleaning.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great option, perfect location, kind service, affordable
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Alejandro

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Relaxing stay

Delightful and quiet location and yet easy to get to all the main attractions of York city centre without the need for a car or taxi. The room and the bed were very comfortable and breakfast was really excellent. The staff were all very friendly and helpful and the property is well appointed just like on the photos.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
close to visit points
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Helen

Disappointing

Good location for what we wanted to do. Short walk into the city. Disappointed by the size of the room, very small not like those in the pictures on the hotels.com profile. Not enough hot water for a shower this morning, poor tv reception.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved my stay! Very clean and cozy. The staff were very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Weekend trip

Room was lovely and very clean. Although bedroom was relatively small, had a nice sized bathroom with a big shower. Only suggestion would to check the radiator in bathroom works as we couldn't get it to turn on despite other radiators working, making the bathroom quite cold!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

We will be back

A super relaxing two night stay at 23 St Mary’s. The staff were helpful and friendly. We were pleased to have a comfy cosy room to come back to after exploring the city. A short walk along the riverside or thru the museum gardens brings you to the heart of the action. So many independent shops, interesting alleyways, good pubs, lovely cafes to investigate. Also check out the busy shambles market. Highlights were Guy Fawkes inn, (nice cosy outdoor space) Valhalla Viking themed pub, Sandwitches cafe (gorgeous food & fab decor) Bennett’s cafe for people watching, and the ‘shop that must not be named’ if you’re willing to queue… or visit later in the day when it’s quieter. We will definitely visit York again, and when we do, we will be booking 23 St Mary’s for a warm welcome & convenient location. Parking is chargeable, but worth it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfectly situated hotel within walking distance of the train station and the city centre. Very quiet street and the hotel itself is beautifully decorated. Breakfast was top notch too and the staff were super friendly. 10/10
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025