“A landmark building in York boasting a prime position opposite the Minster. A pretty traditional exterior opens onto chic modern interiors featuring soft hues, clean lines and chic black tiled bathrooms. The cuisine is unfussy, local and undeniably good and staff are friendly and attentive.”
“A landmark building in York boasting a prime position opposite the Minster. A pretty traditional exterior opens onto chic modern interiors featuring soft hues, clean lines and chic black tiled bathrooms. The cuisine is unfussy, local and undeniably good and staff are friendly and attentive.”
Hotel Review
Opposite the magnificent west door of the Minster, a 30-metre stroll away, it doesn’t get much better for a hotel location in York. Many of the bedrooms, plus the dining-room, also enjoy the view - bag the corner-window table for breakfast, and you’ll want to stay all day. One of the city’s best-known hotels, in what was originally three separate Victorian houses built as guest accommodation for the Minster’s clergy, it’s recently had a makeover to give it a light contemporary feel: dark-wood floors, shiny wallpapers and bold lighting. Bedrooms, too, have been given a soft, streamlined look with touches of silver and gold, pale-wood furniture and perhaps a feature wallpaper. A refreshing lack of clutter makes the most of space, so even small rooms don’t feel cramped while bathrooms are bright and spacious, some with glitzy tiling. Food is confidently traditional, with a splendid Yorkshire-style afternoon tea. All major sights are walkable - the Walls five minutes, National Railway Museum and the station 10 minutes, Castle Museum 15 minutes - so there’s no excuse for not seeing the city. Then come back to a glass of wine and listen to the Minster’s bells.
Written by Helen Pickles
Recommended For
- Families
- The five family rooms on offer and the childrens' menu make this an ideal choice for those travelling with children
- Short break
- Petite York is ideal for a quick weekend break - packed full of cultural sites all within a small area
- Local exploring
- Centrally located with many of the city's main attractions within walking distance
- Museums
- Make a trip to the interesting Jorvik museum, an interactive re-creation of Viking-age York
- Sights nearby
- Visit York Minster, the largest Gothic Cathedral in Northern Europe
- Other Activities
- Embark on one of the city's ghost walking tours
- Sailing
- Take a scenic boat trip up the River Ouse
- Pet friendly
- Dogs are welcomed with complimentary treats, bowls and even an a la carte doggy menu
- Restaurant
- A traditional British menu is served in the restaurant
- Child friendly
- Family rooms sleep up to four
- Quiet
- Conference facilities
- Views
- Romantic
- Intimate
- Luxury
- Charming
- Contemporary
- Disabled access
- Townhouse
Facilities
- Pet friendly
- Dogs are welcomed with complimentary treats, bowls and even an a la carte doggy menu
- Restaurant
- A traditional British menu is served in the restaurant
- Child friendly
- Family rooms sleep up to four
- Wifi
- Meeting Room
- Walking distance restaurants
- Car not required
- Bar
- Shops
- Conference facilities
- Views
- Satellite / Cable TV
- Concierge
- Disabled access
- 24 Hour room service
Activities
- Museums
- Make a trip to the interesting Jorvik museum, an interactive re-creation of Viking-age York
- Sights nearby
- Visit York Minster, the largest Gothic Cathedral in Northern Europe
- Other Activities
- Embark on one of the city's ghost walking tours
- Sailing
- Take a scenic boat trip up the River Ouse
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Why do people love staying in your hotel? Location and great customer service. What is there to do in the area? We are literally in the centre of York and all major attractions are within walking distance, with the Minster on our doorstep. What kind of breakfast do you offer? Continental breakfast served buffet style with cereals, fresh fruits, yoghurts, pastries etc. plus a hot breakfast cooked to order. A few examples are full English breakfast, eggs benedict and kedgeree and we also have vegetarian alternatives. Do you offer other meals? And can you recommend good places to eat out locally? Dean Court also serves a three course lunch and a-la-carte dinner menus in addition to a British Classics Menu. Which are your most popular room types, and why? Most popular rooms are overlooking York Minster, one of the largest gothic cathedrals in Northern Europe. What facilities do you have for children and can you fit extra beds in your rooms ? We have family rooms sleeping two adults and up to three children. Several rooms can accommodate an extra bed. DVD/CD hire for the rooms. Children’s menu available in both the restaurant and Café-Bar. What message would you like to give Hotel Guru readers? Location, location, location, the Dean Court Hotel has an unrivalled position overlooking York Minster. A warm welcome is guaranteed in our friendly boutique hotel delivering a unique guest experience.
