“A smart boutique B&B in leafy Clifton, just 15 minutes from the centre of York. Eight individually designed rooms reflect the owners love of Victoriana and Americana! Think statement William Morris style wallpapers, luxury bed linens and toiletries. Stylish stay that's perfect for a York city break.”
“A smart boutique B&B in leafy Clifton, just 15 minutes from the centre of York. Eight individually designed rooms reflect the owners love of Victoriana and Americana! Think statement William Morris style wallpapers, luxury bed linens and toiletries. Stylish stay that's perfect for a York city break.”
Hotel Review
A relaxed, light and uncluttered guest house in an elegant Victorian terrace in York’s smart Clifton area that skilfully mixes a period feel with a bright, modern touch. Run with charm and thoughtfulness by owners Jonathan and Anthony, this gem has interiors that reflect their love of both the US and York with a selection of spectacular art by start-up artists from Yorkshire and rural townships in the United States. Bedrooms have bright shower-only bathrooms with Noble and Isle products. Founded on the principles of Yorkshire hospitality and British warmth The Bishop & The Bison offers great value and an award-winning breakfast.
Bedrooms, spread over three floors, follow a similar style and are lightly furnished - open-rail wardrobes, neat stools - to make the most of their (mostly) modest size. Thoughtful details include individual reading lights, and kettles as well as coffee machines. Shower-only bathrooms are quite small but bright and modern, and with generous toiletries.
Breakfast in the airy dining room overlooking the courtyard is prepared to order either by Jonathan or Anthony with hot dishes including bacon butties, omelettes, smoked salmon, and a full grill with vegetarian option. Afternoon tea and cheeseboards can be ordered, and there's a tempting selection of gins for pre-dinner drinks. For evenings, be advised to follow Jonathan and Anthony’s suggestions. We recommend colourful Los Moros (losmorosyork.co.uk), a North African restaurant near York Minster, for punchy flavours, friendliness and good value.
Written by Helen Pickles
Recommended For
- Local exploring
- Well located right in the centre of York, ideal for getting to know the city highlights
- City Style
- With its smart accommodation and luxury touches this is a chic city base
- Sights nearby
- 15 minute walk to the very centre of town
- Short break
- Artworks
- Carefully curated pieces champion young artists both in Yorkshire and the rural townships of the US
- No restaurant
- Breakfast is served daily and focusses on local, organic produce
- Townhouse
- Owner managed
- Chic
- Boutique
- B&B
Facilities
- Garden
- Courtyard where you can enjoy breakfast or a drink in the summer months
- No restaurant
- Breakfast is served daily and focusses on local, organic produce
- Parking
- There is onsite parking for five cars
- Bar
- Honest bar
- Walking distance restaurants
- Wifi
- Satellite / Cable TV
- Sitting Room
Activities
- Sights nearby
- 15 minute walk to the very centre of town
Map & Location
