The Milner York

4.0 star property
Victorian hotel with bars and a fitness center

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for The Milner York

Exterior
Meeting facility
Indoor pool
Lobby
Lobby

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

View in a map
Station Road, York, England, YO24 1AA
  • Place, Jorvik Viking Centre
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Shambles
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, York Minster
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Room options

Garden View Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Accessible Room

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Single Room

  • Sleeps 1

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Superior King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Superior Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

Suite with Minster View

  • Sleeps 2

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(44 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(38 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(24 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Single Room - May be in Annex Building

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Comfort Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(30 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Double Room, Annex Building

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(31 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Double Room, Accessible

7.4 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Double Room, City View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(32 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Junior Studio Suite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Signature Suite, City View

7.6 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Urban Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Cozy Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Double Room-Annex Building

  • Sleeps 2

Comfort Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

Sidings Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Superior Room

  • Sleeps 2

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe King Room

  • Sleeps 2

About the neighborhood

York

Located in South Bank, The Milner York is a leisurely stroll from popular sights such as York Minster and York Dungeon. This 155-room, 4-star hotel welcomes guests with a restaurant, an indoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • York Christmas Market - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Jorvik Viking Centre - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • York Dungeon - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Shambles - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • York Minster - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • York Station - 1 min walk
  • Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪York Tap - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Malmaison York - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Society Lounge & Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Duke of York - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Milner York

Victorian hotel with bars and a fitness center
Guests staying at The Milner York enjoy an indoor pool, a gym, and a sauna. Self parking is available for GBP 22 per day. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with dry cleaning/laundry, concierge services, and securing valuables. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include free WiFi in public areas, a hot tub, and meeting rooms.
Guests can enjoy flat-screen TVs and stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Coffee makers, laptop-compatible safes, and ironing boards are also standard.
An indoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education), a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Similar properties

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Uncovered self parking on site (GBP 22 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 19.95 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Peachey's Bar & Grill
  • The Garden Room
  • The Swollen Gambler

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1870
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Suites are located in various parts of the hotel including the 4th and 5th floors which are only accessible by stairs.
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in.

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from December 23 to December 26:
  • Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 30 per pet, per night
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total pets
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

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 English breakfast: approximately GBP 19.95 per person
  • Uncovered self parking fee: GBP 22 per day
  • Pet fee: GBP 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is 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. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Some facilities may be restricted. For more details, contact the property. Contact information can be found on your booking confirmation.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Hotel Royal York
Hotel York Royal
Royal Hotel York
Royal York
York Hotel Royal
York Royal
York Royal Hotel
Royal York Hotel Grand Victorian
Royal York Hotel York
Principal Hotel
Principal York
The Royal York Hotel
The Principal York
Principal York Hotel
Hotel Principal York York
York Principal York Hotel
Hotel Principal York
Principal York York
The Principal York
The Royal York Hotel
Principal Hotel
Principal

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Milner York?

The Milner York provides free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do within easy reach of The Milner York?

This hotel is situated in South Bank within a short 10-minute walk of York Minster and also 12 minutes on foot from Shambles. You'll also find Micklegate Bar and Yorkshire Museum Gardens less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at The Milner York?

Yes, uncovered parking is offered for GBP 22 per day. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does The Milner York feature a casino?

No, The Milner York doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Milner York?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool along with a hot tub.

Is The Milner York good for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including an indoor pool, 2 bars, and a restaurant with al fresco dining.

Does The Milner York have a hot tub?

Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this hotel.

Does The Milner York have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Milner York serves an English breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Peachey's Bar & Grill.

Does The Milner York allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at The Milner York for a fee of GBP 30 per pet, per night. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Does The Milner York have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How far is the airport from The Milner York?

The closest major airport to The Milner York is Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford), which is about 23.9 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at The Milner York?

No, at The Milner York, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Does The Milner York host weddings?

If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at The Milner York.

Reviews

The Milner York Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 905 out of 1653 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 413 out of 1653 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 189 out of 1653 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 91 out of 1653 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 55 out of 1653 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Clean, Close to Train. Close to everything. Staff super friendly
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The decor
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Top floor smelled of sewage, raised concerns
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Joe

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

James

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

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

Lovely stay

Our sray at the milner in york was one of our more memorable stays. The hotel itself is absolutely beautiful and not just the building but the staff themselves. Every single member of staff was extremely helpfull and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

peter

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Apart from our room on the first night being totally unacceptable after that we had a wonderful stay. Expedia should make sure the rooms are duitable before passing to the customer. We had a disabled single room. Very sparsely furnished. No bedside table no decent hanging space poor lighting no dressing table no drawers a very dim window which didn’t open. The bathroom was unusable due to the disgusting smell. Fortunately the hotel moved us to a lovely new room with all facilities. I cannot praise them enough. They were all brilliant and understanding.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mrs Rebecca

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

Lovely weekend

We had a lovely time and were well looked after. We were rhere for our anniversary and were given an upgrade
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Janice

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirsty

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always such a beautiful stay made so much better thanks to an early check in so i could get ready for the races!! Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Matthew

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Disappointed

Sent an email to tell the management of my disappointment. Room was shocking. Tiny box room compared to what is shown on the website. I spent a lot of money to stay for two nights. Service was dreadful. I shall not be staying there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lance

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

Ebor day

was excellent from start to finish. Ceser was a lovely host when i went for breakfast and very accommodating
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Lyndsey

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynnette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Guy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very convenient to the train station. Beautiful building.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johanna, Houston

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location is perfect for those arriving by train, and easily walkable to the city center. The staff was friendly and accommodating. Breakfast was very good. The hotel is lovely and has been renovated with an attention to detail. The elevator only goes to the 3rd floor, so walk up to floors 4 and 5, but staff was very clear about that. Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

mariana

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Imagine you've paid your surgeon to do an operation on your right leg and he will in fact perform surgery on your left one. I did not receive the room I have paid for and the hotel staff refused to offer the room I've paid for even if they've accepted full responsibility. It looks like common practice for this hotel to sell rooms located far away from main building (The infamous "sidings bedrooms") as rooms located in the main building. 1 in 2 guests will end up in a room located far away from the main building, a room full of mould, dirt, soiled furniture leaking pipes and smell of sewage. At a price of superior room located in the main building. Traumatising experience.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Lyndsey

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Mediocre, rooms could do with an update along with amenities. My husband checked out and was charged for the room (which is already paid for when booking) took me half an hour to sort out over the phones yesterday, still not refunded, no gesture of good will. Overall pretty poor service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Hotel and staff, Great, Rooms, not so much

The main areas of the Milner Hotel, namely the garden room and Peachy’s are beautiful, clean and well maintained.The staff are excellent; very attentive, welcoming and helpful. The only area of great disappointment was the rooms. Having been moved room due to the cleanliness and cramped nature of the first room, I was disappointed that the second room was not much better. Even though it was larger, faults were numerous. Beds that rolled away, pillows with no padding, window that wouldn’t stay shut, room safe that didn't work and shower that didn't drain properly to name some. Having paid for a superior room, i would have expected a far higher standard, especially for the price.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynsey

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

Wonderful

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025