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The Milner York formerly the Principal York

4.0 star property
Victorian hotel with 2 bars/lounges, near York Minster

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Located close to York Minster, Principal York offers a tranquil retreat with a sauna and steam room for relaxation. Explore the garden or enjoy the indoor pool, while savoring breakfast at Refectory. With free in-room WiFi and helpful staff praised by previous guests.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
  • Indoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness centre
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Self parking
  • Hot tub
  • 24-hour room service
  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Lift
The current price is HK$817
HK$981 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Single Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Iron/ironing board
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Comfort Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Iron/ironing board
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, Annex Building

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Wardrobe
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Iron/ironing board
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Garden view

Standard Double Room, Garden View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Iron/ironing board
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Signature Studio Suite, City View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Iron/ironing board
  • 35 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Junior Studio Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Iron/ironing board
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Iron/ironing board
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Iron/ironing board
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Iron/ironing board
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Iron/ironing board
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Map
Station Road, York, England, YO24 1AA

What's nearby

  • York Minster - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • York Dungeon - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Shambles - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Jorvik Viking Centre - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • York Racecourse - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford) - 54 min drive
  • York Station - 1 min walk
  • York (QQY-York Train Station) - 1 min walk
  • Poppleton Station - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪York Tap - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Punch Bowl - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Society Lounge Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪BrewDog - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Red Chilli Authentic Chinese - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Milner York formerly the Principal York

The Milner York formerly the Principal York puts you in a great location, within a 15-minute walk of York Minster and York City Walls. The indoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at Peachey's Bar & Grill, which serves British cuisine and is open for dinner. Other highlights at this eco-friendly hotel include 2 bars/lounges, a fitness centre and a hot tub. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff and breakfast.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 155 rooms
    • Arranged over 5 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Express check-out available
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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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
    • 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.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 1 total)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
    • Pets must be supervised
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
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Parking

    • Uncovered on-site self-parking (GBP 20 per day)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • English breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–10 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Restaurant
  • Barbecue grills
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli

What to do

  • Bike rentals nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Working away

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference space

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1870
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Fitness centre
  • An indoor pool
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Banquet hall
  • Victorian architecture

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Step-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television

Home comfort

  • Heating (climate-controlled) and air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall shower heads
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)

Special features

Dining

Peachey's Bar & Grill – This restaurant specialises in British cuisine and only serves dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). Reservations are required.
The Swollen Gambler – This pub serves lunch, dinner and light fare. Open daily.
The Garden Room – This lobby lounge serves breakfast, lunch and light fare. Open daily.

Awards and affiliations

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

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • English breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 19.95 per person
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Renovations and closures

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

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 30 per pet, per night

Parking

  • Uncovered self-parking costs GBP 20 per day

Policies

Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Barclaycard
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Royal York Hotel
Royal York
Royal York Hotel Grand Victorian
Royal York Hotel York
Principal York Hotel
Principal Hotel
Principal York
The Royal York Hotel
Royal York Hotel York
The Principal York
Principal York
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Frequently asked questions

Does The Milner York formerly the Principal York offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Milner York formerly the Principal York does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at The Milner York formerly the Principal York?

Yes, there's an indoor pool.

Are pets allowed at The Milner York formerly the Principal York?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total. There's a charge of GBP 30 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.

Is parking offered on site at The Milner York formerly the Principal York?

Yes. Self-parking costs GBP 20 per day.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Milner York formerly the Principal York?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

What is there to do at The Milner York formerly the Principal York and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities such as cycling and hiking, and practise your swing on the nearby golf course. Enjoy a relaxing soak in the hot tub and an invigorating swim in the indoor pool. The Milner York formerly the Principal York also has 2 bars and a sauna, as well as a steam room and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Milner York formerly the Principal York?

Yes, Peachey's Bar & Grill offers al fresco dining and British cuisine.

What's the area around The Milner York formerly the Principal York like?

The Milner York formerly the Principal York is in South Bank, a short 1-minute walk from York Station and 10 minutes' walk from York Minster. Travellers say that the local area is very central perfect for sightseeing.

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The Milner York formerly the Principal York Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Very good

Lovely stay
Had a lovely stay, beautiful hotel and great facilities. The wifi didn’t work in our room hence the 4*.
3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Overnight stay in York at Milner Hotel.
Overnight stay for a visit to York. Hotel was perfectly situated for access to City. Staff were very friendly.
Alan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely stay in York City
We stayed one night here and we loved this hotel, very central for all attractions in York, right next to the train station. Our room was a bit small but very nice. Hotel generally is beautiful. Breakfast was nice. Would stay again.
Jenny, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The lady that checked is in was lovely and gave us a complimentary drink as it was my partner's birthday. Room was great, bars were lovely and cozy. Great hotel
Samuel, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good location for York
The staff could not have been more helpful. My friend and I really enjoyed our stay
Gemma, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel
Our stay at the Milner was great. We had a couple of small minor issues that were fixed right away. Lovely, comfortable hotel and we had a very relaxing stay. We will be back later this year.
Barbara, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice stay
Steve, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Aa usual a really lovely stay. Staff always friendly and helpful, the room was clean and airy with lovely view of the gardens and the Minster. Meals have plenty of choice, be it breakfast or dinner. Many thanks to all for making our stay so relaxing. See you again soon
Gary, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Large beautiful hotel
Lovely hotel, staff friendly & helpful. Room was nicely decorated & clean. The train station was next to the hotel & only 5 minutes walk into the centre of York. The hotel also has parking which there is a charge for.
Paul Andrew, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful stay, stunning room, comfy huge bed.
Jeanette, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Beautiful hotel areas
The reception area and areas in the hotel were amazing. The rooms some of the lamps didn’t work and under the bed wasn’t as clean as should be but still a very nice stay. Breakfast seemed warm but not hot
Jacqueline, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great night's sleep
Very quiet even though I was station side. Bed was comfortable, one of best night's sleep in a hotel in ages and excellent shower. Excellent location. I would book again.
Olivia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

excellent
excellent stay, recently been took over but same high standard, still able to use spa facilities , great location next to train station , all staff were polite and helpful
Kerry, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel.
Excellent stay. Very nice staff. Very friendly.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very dog friendly
Staff were very friendly and helpful. Parking is a bit of a nightmare as its so busy and not just for hotel guests. Hotel has some beautiful features. Our room was very large and comfortable, a little tired in places but that is the usual when you book a dog room. The dog bed and bowl was a nice touch. Food was very nice. I would 100% stay again.
T, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful beautiful hotel
Graham, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good, relaxing overnight stay
Marion, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Hotel stay
Always stay here when in York. Normally visit once a year. Friendly staff rooms comfortable food good. We did eat dinner on the hotel which was very good. The only down side is the parking as very busy lucky we did always manage to find the last spot. Hotel handy to walk into York.
Mark, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent stay
The hotel was lovely, very cosy and Christmassy, the room was very spacious and the staff were friendly and helpful, would definitely go back.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonder ful stay
I loved it. I was a little early for check in and my room was ready and i was even up graded. I had a lovely stay. Quiet and comfy sleep. Shower was hot and had really nice shapoo and wash.
adel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent hotel close to the city but quiet area excellent breakfast choices
Laine, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice hotel, good breakfast, plenty of room
andrew, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Comfortable stay
Very nice staff helpful and friendly excellent central location
steve, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Two night stay.
Quite a nice stay. Breakfast adequate but not exciting and staff helpful. Rooms clean. Heating a little noisy though- the fan stopping and starting woke us up on more than one occasion.
James, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location with a good atmosphere
peter, 1-night trip