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The Sycamore Guest House

Property class: 4

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A breakfast table with eggs, bacon, toast, and juice, set in front of a fireplace with a decorative mirror and a vase of flowers.
A hallway with a patterned carpet leading to a door with a glass panel.
A bedroom with a skylight, a bed with multiple pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a view of buildings through the window.
A brick building with ivy-covered windows and a black metal fence.
A hallway with a wooden door, a clock, a chandelier, a radiator, and a table with a lamp and flowers.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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19 Sycamore Place, Bootham, York, England, YO30 7DW
  • Place, York St. John University
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, York Minster
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Shambles
    ‪12 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room

A neatly made bed with a headboard, a bedside lamp, and a painting on the wall.

Standard Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, a radiator, a window with curtains, and framed pictures on the wall.

Small Double Room with Private External Bathroom

  • City view
  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly made bed with a quilted bedspread, a bedside lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

King or Twin Room

  • Garden view
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden wardrobe, a window with curtains, and a bedside table with a lamp and a book.

Classic Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a radiator, and a window with curtains.

Double Room (Second Floor)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly made bed with a quilted white duvet and red headboard pillows, a wooden nightstand with a lamp, and a framed landscape painting on the wall.

King Double or Twin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

York

The Sycamore Guest House places you in Clifton, within a leisurely stroll of popular sights such as York Minster and Shambles. Each of the 6 rooms at this 4-star guesthouse includes a private yard, a coffee maker, and a flat-screen TV.
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What's nearby

  • York St. John University - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • York Minster - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Shambles - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • York Christmas Market - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • York City Walls - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • York (QQY-York Train Station) - 9 min walk
  • Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪York Tap - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪House Of The Trembling Madness - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Bootham Tavern - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Dubliner - ‬10 min walk

About this property

The Sycamore Guest House

A local mainstay since 1904, The Sycamore Guest House offers free WiFi in public areas, express check-in, and express check-out. Self parking is offered for GBP 2 per night. Front-desk staff can assist with tours/tickets and luggage storage.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and 24-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels and DVD players. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and down comforters, and bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Private yards and coffee makers are also standard.

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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 2 per night)
  • Self parking on site (GBP 2 per night)

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1904
  • Edwardian architecture
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 24-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 9 AM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
An early check-in fee will be charged
Late check-in fee
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 11 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children 8 and younger (only guests older than 8 are allowed)

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Self parking fee: GBP 2 per night
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 2.00 per night
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 9 AM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours, and 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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The guesthouse can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property class

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is also known as

Sycamore Guest House
Sycamore Guest House York
Sycamore York
Sycamore Guest House Hotel York
Sycamore Guest House Guesthouse York
Sycamore Guest House Guesthouse
The Sycamore Guest House York
The Sycamore Guest House Guesthouse
The Sycamore Guest House Guesthouse York

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at The Sycamore Guest House?

The Sycamore Guest House offers free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at The Sycamore Guest House?

As of Aug 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Sycamore Guest House on Aug 16, 2026 start from $158, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to do around The Sycamore Guest House?

This guesthouse is situated in Clifton within a short 11-minute walk of York Minster and also 13 minutes on foot from Shambles. You'll also find York City Walls and York Racecourse within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at The Sycamore Guest House?

Yes, parking is offered for GBP 2 per night.

Does The Sycamore Guest House include a casino?

No, The Sycamore Guest House doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Sycamore Guest House?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at The Sycamore Guest House?

Couples staying at this guesthouse will appreciate amenities like a down comforter and a rainfall showerhead as well as a free daily breakfast.

Does The Sycamore Guest House have a hot tub?

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

Does The Sycamore Guest House have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

The Sycamore Guest House offers free English breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will The Sycamore Guest House allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Sycamore Guest House.

Does The Sycamore Guest House have connecting rooms available?

Yes, this guesthouse has connecting rooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

What is the closest airport to The Sycamore Guest House?

The closest major airport to The Sycamore Guest House is Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford), which is about 24 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Sycamore Guest House?

No, there aren't any accommodations at The Sycamore Guest House that offer a balcony.

The Sycamore Guest House Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 90 out of 167 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 60 out of 167 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 167 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 167 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 167 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sharlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is really well located to the railway station by using the bridge crossing available directly from inside the station. Room 5 was on the small side, but warm and comfortable. Shower was small but good hot water pressure. The included breakfast was the star of the show. Delicious. Spies was accommodating and a great personality. Lovely quiet area.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jodie-Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very welcoming property within walking distance to the old town. Excellent breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The hotel is a little dated tiny bathroom but the hosts were lovely and the breakfast was great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely host and wonderful experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent in everything
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gabriele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the train station, the beautiful gardens around the abbey ruins and the historic centre of York. Enjoyed the owners friendliness and warmth. Felt very much at home. Excellent breakfast too.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff were friendly and very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maxine

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

Would very much recommend!!

A lovely little B&B with a warm welcome from the owner, so friendly and helpful. Lovely, comfortable room and very clean and tidy, nicely decorated. Breakfast was delicious and the overall experience was excellent I would very much recommend this place!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

G

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

Sycamore Guest house

Very welcoming hosts, lovely comfortable room and warm, quiet area but only short walk to the city centre and York minster. Amazing breakfast. Would definitely recommend and we will definitely rebook on our next visit to York.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would highly recommend this traditional family run guest house. A lovely welcome from Spyros. He explained everything in terms of the amenities of the property with the sence of pride on his face. After settling into our room we set off for the day, before leaving Spyros took us through the highlights of York and gave us brochures and Maps to assist with our itinerary. In the morning we were given a choice of a Continental or a lovely all you can eat English breakfast. The service from Natalie and Kaldydira was exceptional… all of the family couldn’t do enough us to ensure a comfortable stay. The personal touch makes a real difference! All this in a very short distance from the train station and a 10 minute walk to the city centre.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Close to city centre
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christine

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

Great spot for all York's attractions

Very well placed but quiet spot close to all of York's sights and only 10 minutes from train station. Fabulous breakfast and both Spiros and his son were great hosts. If you like antique furniture and quirkiness whilst retaining the essential mod cons you'll love this b&b.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Owner very attentive and courteous. Thouroughly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alison

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

Sycamore guest house

Lovely B&B. Spirios was very welcoming and accommodating and always had a smile on his face. Room was clean and tidy and mirrored the rest of the guest house. Close to York city centre and 10 minutes from the train station. Would highly recommend a stay at this little gem
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Catharine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable.Natalie was so gracious very helpful kind. Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

NIGEL

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

Sycamore Guest House

Went to York to see Christmas market,so looked for somewhere that was a a short walk from the centre. This is a quaint period property that is privately run. The host was very helpful and nothing was too much bother. Would certainly stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Cosy weekend away

Our host Stavros was an excellent host from start to finish. He made us feel so welcome. room very small but very clean, external bathroom small but fine for us. guest house in general very dated , however this gave us the comfortable cosy feel.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Not pleasant

The room was at the top of the house the en-suite was terrible too small 🙈🙈
If you sat on the toilet you’re knees hit the wall
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Decent stay with some disappointments

Host was nice enough, and location was good. Can’t speak for other rooms. But my room in particular was on the top floor, was really small and had a detached private bathroom that was also small and inconvenient. Although the bathroom situation was disclosed, the tight spaces and inconvenient access were not. I also needed to leave very early and made the room available for most of my stay and wasn’t offered even part of the payment back. I realize that’s policy. But some flexibility considering the very early departure would have been nice.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wolfgang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sehr gut geführtes Gäste Haus mit Parkmöglichkeit direkt vor dem Haus in einer Sackgasse. 15 min ins Zentrum. Gutes Frühstück.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Åse

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

Her kommer vi gjerne tilbake

The Sycamore Guest House er et koselig lite hotell med kort vei til og fra jernbane og bysentrum i York. Alt var rent og pent, og atmosfæren trivelig. Rommet vi bodde på var hjemmekoselig innredet, og sengene over gjennomsnittet komfortable. God og variert frokost i hyggelige omgivelser. Topp service fra vertskapet!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen

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

Oour stay in York

Very nice place to stay.Amazing breakfast and friendly hosts oh and the kingsize bed was a bonus too. Would recommend the Sycamore for a stay to explore York
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

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

Very good

A lovely stay made very welcome
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I cannot praise the hosts and property enough. They are both so welcoming & did everything to ensure we had a fabulous stay. Easy walk to town , permit parking £2 , breakfasts amazing. I will be back for sure. Definitely recommended
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
On hotel.com it’s advertising you can check in at 9am but when we got there they said it was 2:30pm😒 so was impressed. I was not the fault of the guest house they said they hotel.com would let them change it! Also after a 2-1/2hour drive we asked if we could use a toilet and where told we had to use the one in town! Other then that room was comfort and clean. Breakfast was amazing and where very attentive!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

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