Best Spa Hotels in York

York is a great choice for a city-break if you want to combine sight-seeing with a spot of indulgence. Several of York’s hotels have spas which usually include steam rooms and saunas, and often a pool, as well as treatment rooms. What better way to round off a day of walking York’s walls, visiting the Minster or exploring the city’s many museums, than with total relaxation in a spa? Indeed, you might find you want to book an extra day just to enjoy the spa…

For city centre luxury

Conveniently close to York station – in fact, it was the original Victorian station hotel - the vast Principal hotel has a small spa on the lower ground floor. Before your treatment, you can relax in the sauna and steam-room, plus there’s also a whirlpool-bath and swimming pool. All bedrooms are sleek and relaxing, but for the ultimate indulgence, go for one of the suites.
A little closer to the city centre is The Grand, York’s only five-star hotel and in a splendid Edwardian building that dominates the skyline. Its subterranean vaults have been cleverly converted into a spa area offering a range of luxurious treatments plus a sauna, steam room, spa whirlpool and 14-metre pool. Bedrooms are equally calming and relaxing, and generously proportioned.

For a Country House Hotel

If you want a spa in a more country-house setting, take a look at Middlethorpe Hall. Although only 10 minutes from York city centre, it feels a world away. The handsome historic house, surrounded by formal gardens and parkland, is furnished with antiques while the spa is contained within two charming Edwardian cottages. A conservatory extension encloses the pool as well as a sauna and steam room. It’s totally indulgent, just like their splendid afternoon teas and dinners.

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- The Principal York York 155 rooms from $293
  
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  Hideaway  -  Set amidst its own beautifully landscaped gardens, giving the feel of remoteness, yet in the heart of the city.
  Local exploring  -  Ideally placed within easy access of York's main attractions.
  Sights nearby  -  Marvel at the intricate gothic design of the York Minster.
  Great walks  -  Take a scenic stroll along the city's ancient walls.
  
  A classic Victorian station hotel set in pretty gardens in the heart of the historic city. Elegant rooms are contemporary and spacious with the best boasting Minster views. Sumptuous afternoon teas and contemporary-style dining are a highlight. A luxurious retreat ideal for exploring York from. See More
  
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- The Grand Hotel York 207 rooms from $268
  
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  Cooking classes  -  Half day, full day and evening courses for all levels of home cook at the award-winning cookery school
  Families  -  The hotel takes particular care of families with family suites and especially crafted experiences
  Foodies  -  With an excellent 3 AA Rosette restaurant, this is a great York destination for food lovers
  5* Luxury  -  With indulgent suites, spectacular service, and standout cuisine - this is a luxurious stay
  
  A well-named hotel in a historic, former railway-company HQ. Expect five-star levels of service, a spa and a fine AA Rosette restaurant offering modern British cuisine. Bedrooms and suites are vast, comfortable and designed for the modern traveller. A spoiling stay to discover York from. See More
  
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- Middlethorpe Hall & Spa York 29 rooms from $260
  
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  Local exploring  -  Well positioned to enjoy the best of the both worlds. Set in beautiful countryside but just 10 minutes from York's city centre
  Total relaxation  -  An elegant country house hotel with pretty gardens, grand interiors, standout service, and a spa - ideal for a relaxing break
  Foodies  -  The restaurant is a smart occassion with exemplary British cuisine served in elegant surrounds
  Historic  -  An 18th century National Trust property that's part of the Historic Houses Hotel
  Recommended by  -  Frommers, Good Hotel Guide, Michelin Travel
  
  The perfect choice if you want to explore York but from the comfort of a country-house hotel. Classic looks combine with handsomely furnished rooms and a well-regarded restaurant, all wrapped up in acres of parkland - and the city just 10 minutes away. See More
  
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