The Gillygate

2.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, 5-minute walk to York Minster

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Terrace/patio
Bar (on property)
Point of interest
Superior Double Room | Living area
Family Quadruple Room, Ensuite, City View | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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48 Gillygate, York, England, YO31 7EQ
  • Place, York St. John University
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, York Minster
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Shambles
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Double Room, Non Smoking, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 129 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Single Room, Private Bathroom

  • 108 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite, City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 129 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Family Quadruple Room, Ensuite, City View

  • 172 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Superior Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 215 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

York

Located in Bootham, The Gillygate is within a 5-minute walk of York Minster and within 15 minutes of other popular attractions like Shambles. This hotel has 6 rooms and welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • York St. John University - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • York Minster - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Shambles - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • York Christmas Market - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Jorvik Viking Centre - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • York Station - 12 min walk
  • Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bootham Tavern - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Eagle & Child - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bean & Gone Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Hole in the Wall - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Ye Olde Starre Inne - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Gillygate

Hotel with free breakfast, 5-minute walk to York Minster
Guests of The Gillygate enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas. If you drive, put free parking to good use. Helpful staff is there to provide luggage storage, as well as offer insight about the area.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include hair dryers, ironing boards, and desks. Change of towels is available on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-11:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free parking.

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:

  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

What can I see near The Gillygate ?

This hotel is situated in Bootham within a 10-minute walk of York Minster and Shambles. You'll also find York Theatre Royal and Yorkshire Museum Gardens less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at The Gillygate ?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does The Gillygate feature a casino on the premises?

No, The Gillygate doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Gillygate ?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Does The Gillygate have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does The Gillygate have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

The Gillygate offers free full breakfasts each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will The Gillygate allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Gillygate .

Are there connecting rooms at The Gillygate ?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from The Gillygate ?

The closest major airport to The Gillygate is Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford), which is about 24.3 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Gillygate ?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at The Gillygate .

The Gillygate Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 24 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We were in one of the rooms in a converted building at the back of the pub. And it was lovely. Beautifully decorated, comfy bed, lovely shower room. It was delightful. Staff were really helpful, and breakfast was fabulous. We will certainly return.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Lynda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

gary

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great time staff were great
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice pub nice location, helpful and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Maddison

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

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Delicious breakfast, cooked exceptionally. Parking very safe. Very pleasant staff,eager to help. Very clean room.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An excellent location and quiet due to the rooms being behind the pub. Excellent full breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

I R

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
|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.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The £10
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very central location. Close to shops & has parking. Staff friendly & helpful. Breakfast delicious. Room was clean & spacious. Would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful place to stay close to everything lovely breakfast would definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

FADZILLAH

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

One night stay at The Gillygate

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.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Close to city centre with parking and a good breakfast.single room was basic with separate private toilet and bathroom across the hall.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Alasdair

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Free, private off-road parking. Clean with helpful, friendly staff. Plenty of space in the suite.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, property is right in the centre of town so a great location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karl

Very friendly staff very helpful comfy bed good breakfast. And enjoyable stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Lovely friendly place to stay at in York
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Nancy

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Carol

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.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Highly recommend

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.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Melanie

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Israel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very Good place!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

yukiko

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025