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Independent (SPHC) Principal York
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In the heart of the city with views of the Minster.
Principal York
The Principal York, steps from the train station, is the perfect base from which to discover the historic city of York. Blending the grandeur of late-Victorian architecture with the comforts of modern travel, Principal York offers its guests the warmest welcome this side of the Pennines. Award-winning interior architects Goddard Littlefair have refurbished and restored the hotel’s rooms and public spaces to create 155 elegant, comfortable bedrooms and suites in balanced, neutral tones that offer more than just a place to sleep. Free, superfast Wi-Fi with a maximum bandwidth of 100Mb is available throughout the hotel and if you decide to visit us by car, the hotel provides a car park for guests’ use at a charge of £15 for 24 hours.
local-time
CHECK IN: 3PM (Early check in available)
CHECK OUT: 11AM (Late check out available)
FRONT DESK : +44-1904-653681
Languages Spoken By Staff
Currency
GBP
ACCESSIBILITY
- Service Animals Allowed
- Wheelchair accessible guestrooms are furnished with grab bars in the shower and emergency pull cords at the bedside. The hotel is accessible via the Sidings entrance and entrance from the station, all areas throughout the hotel for wheelchair use including our meeting rooms. For further information, feel free to contact the hotel directly.Our Concierge team are available to assist.
- Guestroom Accessibility Details
- Furniture can be rearranged for added space
- Wheelchair Accessible Rooms & Routes
- Bathroom Cord/Button Emergency System
- Bedroom Cord/Button Emergency System
- Grab Bars/Adequate Maneuvering Space/Tall Toilets
- Adequate Turning Space
- Padded Plumbing/Clearance Beneath Vanity
- Elevator Accessibility Details
- All Level Elevator Access
- Wheelchair Accessible Elevator
- Elevator Near Accessible Rooms
- Public Area Accessibility Details
- Public Restroom: Padded Plumbing/Vanity Clearance
- Public Restroom: Wheelchair Accessible Stalls
- Wheelchair Accessible Public Restroom
- Restaurant Wheelchair Seating
- Public Facilities Accessible
- Parking Accessibility Details
- Flat Terrain Between Parking/Entrance
- Wheelchair Accessible Curb Cuts/Street Parking
- Accessible Parking Spaces with Posted Signs
- Disabled/Accessible Parking
- Wheelchair Accessible Parking/4 Spaces
PET POLICY
- Your four legged friend is welcome, in our hotel. On arrival a pet bed, and bowl will be in your room. There is an additional charge of 30 GBP per room per night. Please note, we MUST be made aware prior to your stay if you will be bringing a pet.
- 30 GBP
WIFI
- Standard Rooms, Suites, Business Center, Public Areas and Meeting Convention Space
TRANSPORTATION
- Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)
- Estimated taxi Cost : 45 GBP
- Estimated time by taxi : 23 Minutes
PARKING
- Car parking is available
- Parking Spaces/90 Spaces
- Daily self parking fee : 15 GBP
- The Hotel offers an onsite car park of nearly 90 spaces which are offered on a first come, first served basis. This is charged at £15 per 24 hours or £3 per hour up to a maximum of £15.
Dine
Dine in York
The Chapter House Bar
Dine
The Chapter House Bar
12:00 PM-12:00 AMChapter House is an award winning bar and was part of the multi- million-pound investment in The Principal York hotel. The main bar and next-door snug are warm, welcoming and comfortable- whether you are a local looking for something a bit different, travelling to and from York by train, or a guest staying in the hotel. Chapter House serves cocktails and local craft ales, wines and spirits and bar bites, all served by our friendly team of bartenders.
The Chapter House Bar
Rooms
Rooms
Classic Rooms
Our Standard rooms are cozy and full of character. Ideal for short stays and solo trips, the majority are located in the main house and a small number are located in our sidings annex which is a short walk from main reception. Each room includes a complimentary tuck box for you to enjoy.
Each classic bedroom overlooks York City or the Victorian Train station.
Each room is decorated in balanced, neutral tones that offer more than just a place to sleep.
Suites
Junior suites are open-plan and feature a lounge area, while Minster View suites have separate bedrooms and living rooms, with carefully considered finishing touches.
Suites at The Principal York have listed interior details with magnificent views of the Minster.
All have separate bedrooms to the living room and are en-suite with rainfall showers, luxury toiletries, free WiFi, flat screen TV, tea and coffee including tuck box, laptop safe and mini fridge.
Classic Rooms
Suites
Highlights
York is the place to meet
The jewel of the city in our view
Green space in the heart of the city
York is the place to meet
The Principal York boasts a large events centre accommodating up to 400 delegates, as well as 10 additional meeting and private dining rooms with capacities that range from six people to 100 people.
The jewel of the city in our view
Celebrating the history and pedigree of this grande-dame, railway station hotel, bedrooms and suites at Principal York comfortably mix tradition and modernity. The majority of the rooms are in the main house, and the grandest of them look out across the gardens to York Minster in the distance
Green space in the heart of the city
With the iconic York Minster and roman walls in the distance, our gardens provide the perfect setting for adding an outdoor element, or even holding the entire event outside. From marquees on the lawn for large-scale events, to team building activities and more intimate parties and BBQs,
Information and Inspiration
Parking and Breakfast
We've got it covered
Receive a comfortable to room to rest your head, parking for one vehicle and breakfast for up to 2 guests.
Ultimate Celebration
Celebrate in style
Enjoy a bottle of Champagne on arrival, 3-course evening meal, full English breakfast and relax with our complimentary late 2pm check out.
Pamper Pooch Package
We prioritise your pooch
Our doggy bundle includes all the essentials: dog treats, a bowl, cosy bed, poo bags and a garden area. For the human members, enjoy breakfast for two
Christmas and New Year
A season of celebration
Organise a Christmas party for colleagues, a festive night for friends or a celebratory feast with loved ones. We've got Christmas all wrapped up!
Gift Vouchers
Give the perfect gift
Give your loved one something to look forward to with our gift vouchers. With a range of vouchers to choose from there's something for everyone.
WFH - Work From Hotel!
Find your focus
Find your focus in a guest room with our work from hotel solution. Maximise your productivity with free Wi-Fi and in-room tea and coffee.
MEETINGS & EVENTS
Weddings & Events
Adjacent to the York Station, and only 2 hours from London or 2.5 hours from Edinburgh by train, Principal York hotel can accommodates up to 410 attendees and has 11 meeting rooms with flexible configurations with full in-house AV support.