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About the Hotel

17 Blossom Street, York, United Kingdom, YO24 1AQ

Historic Accommodation

The Bar Convent Guest House offers en-suite rooms with flat-screen TVs, tea/coffee facilities, and complimentary toiletries. Some rooms feature original Georgian architecture and views of York's historic walls. Guests can use a shared kitchen and sitting area. Note: Third-floor rooms require stair access.

On-Site Dining

Breakfast includes a continental buffet with fresh fruit, pastries, and cooked-to-order hot dishes like bacon sandwiches. The on-site café serves homemade soups, sandwiches, and scones. The Victorian Atrium and garden provide seating for meals.

Heritage & Exploration

The guest house is part of England's oldest living convent, featuring an 18th-century Hidden Chapel, a priest's hole, and rare medieval artifacts. Interactive exhibits detail the convent's history. The garden offers a quiet retreat.

Central York Location

The Bar Convent is next to an entrance to York's city walls, a 10-minute walk from York Train Station. Nearby landmarks include York Museum Gardens (0.5 km), The Shambles (1 km), and York Castle Museum (1 km).

Guest Services

Meeting rooms accommodate up to 50 people, with presentation facilities and in-house catering. Group tours of the convent's exhibition and chapel are available. Free Wi-Fi and laundry facilities are provided for guests.

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Choose from a variety of room types

Choose from a wide variety of rooms designed for families, including double rooms, family suites, and rooms with breakfast included
Single Room
2 persons
9 m² 
1 Single bed
Shower
Heating
Double Room
2 persons
14 m² 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
Family Room
2 persons
20 m² 
1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed
Shower
Heating
Twin Room
2 persons
22 m² 
2 Single beds
Shower
Heating
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Tips on navigating the city

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City Centre
York700 m
Airports
Leeds Bradford (LBA) 48.8 km
Doncaster Sheffield (DSA) 62.6 km
Train
York Railway station400 m
Bus
Bus stop300 m

Facilities

Each family-friendly hotel provides top-notch amenities for an unforgettable stay with your loved ones

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Guest Parking

  • Shared kitchen
  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

  • Board games

Spa & Leisure

  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Garden furniture
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Shared kitchen
  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location

17 Blossom Street, York, United Kingdom, YO24 1AQ
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17 Blossom Street, York, United Kingdom, YO24 1AQ
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170 m
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