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The Grand York
York, United Kingdom
The Grand York
York, United Kingdom
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Edwardian Grandeur at York's Only Five-Star Hotel

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Once the headquarters of the North Eastern Railway Company, The Grand York has been updated to deliver an experience enhanced by the unique blend of modernity with suffused with the timeless qualities of the early 20th century. The enchanting Edwardian brick façade of this impressive heritage building fronts a sumptuous subterranean spa with a pool and sauna; smart, spacious guestrooms; and a bar that pays homage to Old World décor. As York’s only five-star hotel, also awarded a Catey for Hotel of the Year, a stay here is as exclusive as it is memorable.

  • Book one of 207 stylish guestrooms and suites, with marble tubs and Molton Brown toiletries
  • Unwind in style with a mindful massage or detox wrap at the Temple spa
  • Work out at the state-of-the-art gym and cool off in the indoor pool
  • Plan the perfect event in one of eight dedicated meeting spaces pairing modern technology with historic charm
  • Plan a gourmet getaway at the hotel’s fine-dining restaurant, Legacy, offering an eight-course tasting menu with a paired wine flight. Alternatively, dine at the more casual surroundings of The Rise Restaurant Terrace & Bar
  • Indulge in the hotel’s famous afternoon tea — served with Champagne, Prosecco, or gin and tonic

With its central location inside York’s medieval walls, the hotel places you at the heart of historic York, one of Britain’s most picturesque cities. Walk the cobbled streets to explore historical attractions, boutique shops, eclectic restaurants and bars, cozy cafes, and many hidden treasures.

Hotel Amenities

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Accommodations

The 207 spacious, sophisticated guestrooms and suites have contemporary elegant furniture in neutral tones enlivened by colorful accessories. In classic rooms, Egyptian cotton linen, sunken marble tubs, Molton Brown toiletries, bathrobes, and slippers create a cocoon of luxury, while in executive rooms, extra space and complimentary spa access deliver deluxe enhancements.

All guestrooms feature a turndown service, 24-hour room service, and an “Evening Out” pressing and shoe-shining service between 4 p.m. and 6 p.m.

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Dining

The Rise Restaurant Terrace & Bar, Legacy, The 1906 Bar and The Courtyard, The Grand York will tantalize your taste buds from morning breakfast until nightcap.

The Grand York Dining

The Rise Restaurant, Terrace & Bar – Head to this sociable spot with an open kitchen at breakfast for classic buffet choices and regional à la carte options including Whitby kippers. It’s an all-day venue, with light lunches and tempting three-course dinners, plus the heated garden terrace means eating alfresco is feasible year-round — a rarity in Yorkshire. There’s a junior menu for main meals, as well as a mini-version of the indulgent afternoon tea.

1906 Bar – Velvet, leather, and marble make a plush backdrop to generous measures from the extensive whiskey collection, classic cocktails, local ales, and wines by the glass. Enjoy!

Legacy - Legacy offers a modern British and Yorkshire-inspired menu alongside an exceptional wine list, served in an iconic setting. The restaurant boasts innovative cuisine and interiors with locality, sustainability, and great northern hospitality at its core. Head Chef, Ahmed Abdalla, has created a menu, which is dedicated to local provenance and showcases classic Yorkshire produce with a modern twist. Sommelier, Derek Scaife, has carefully chosen wine pairing options to perfectly complement each dish on the tasting menu, allowing guests to experience the maximum impact of both the food and the wine.

Activities at The Grand York

Activities at The Grand York

Live the “sweet life” at this pampering oasis in the heart of the city. Make time for a lavish version of afternoon tea — alongside the classic version, available with Champagne, there is a Hendrick’s Gin Tipsy G & Tea, a fantastical Mad Hatter’s version of the English pastime. The Temple spa, housed in the atmospheric former vaults, has a swimming pool, whirlpool, and steam room, plus a range of treatments from facials to options specifically for men or mothers-to-be. The gym, which has state-of-the-art Cybex equipment, can offer personal training sessions.

Just outside the hotel doors wait the delights of historic York, with its narrow streets surrounded by medieval walls. Gothic York Minster is a striking beauty, and to bring the city’s past — both ancient and more modern — to life, visit both the Jorvik Viking Centre and the National Railway Museum.

Location

The Grand York has one of the best locations in York, England, less than a five-minute walk from York Station, and just 10 minutes to the Minster and main shopping streets. The medieval walls and the River Ouse are also nearby.

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Address

Station Rise, York, United Kingdom

Transportation

  • Airport
    • Leeds Bradford Airport is 30 mi / 48 km away.
    • Manchester Airport is 84 mi / 135 km away.
  • Train
    • York Station is a four-minute walk from the hotel, with direct connections to London King's Cross Station. The concierge team can organize a meet and greet team at York Station.
  • Car
    • Offsite valet parking is available.


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Reviews

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Stunning hotel and fabulous location for a business meeting

Wed Aug 20 2025 06:48:17 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) by Wienette

24 hour stay for work. The hotel itself is beautiful and absolutely lives up to its name. Location is perfect for anyone commuting in by train, as well being well located for all the main attractions in York. Breakfast was great and plentiful. The front of house and restaurant staff group struck me as being a bit inexperienced, but friendly and welcoming. There were no issues during our stay. The only reason for knocking a rating off was the over powering Molton Brown fragrances everywhere. I love Molton Brown products, but the only thing I can describe it as, was a miasma of scent as you walk through everywhere. It was a relief to go outside after being cooped up in it for several long meetings.

TripAdvisor Rating 3

Lots of positives but a number of areas for improvement

Sun Aug 17 2025 11:01:18 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) by Rebecca L

There are a lot of positives about this hotel. The rooms are gorgeous - spacious, beautifully decorated and immaculately clean. The building itself is stunning and we enjoyed drinks and lunch in the bar a couple of times. The Legacy restaurant was the highlight of our weekend in York. The food is excellent and the staff outstanding. We also loved the location. However, we were disappointed with a number of aspects: - As a number of people have mentioned, some of the reception staff are quite difficult and a bit rude. - We arrived early and left our bags with concierge whilst we had lunch. We were assured our bags would be taken to our room but after checking in and waiting an hour, only two bags arrived. One went missing and was fortunately located but it meant we had to rush to get ready for dinner. - When we booked there was no information on the website about the spa closure. We were contacted a few weeks later and told but were informed the rate would still be the same. I’m not sure how any hotel can charge the same rate when it doesn’t have a spa? By this point all the other good hotels in York were fully booked so we had no choice but to keep the booking. - We had to queue for more than 20 mins to check out. Just not what you expect at a 5* hotel. I don’t think at any point any members of staff apologised. Overall, I probably wouldn’t recommend the hotel until the prices reflect the facilities and the areas for improvement are addressed.

TripAdvisor Rating 5

Rocky start but fantastic end.

Sun Aug 17 2025 09:04:44 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) by 906demelzag

Our experience didn't start off particularly well, we were double charged when booking, when we arrived check in was efficient but a personal comment was made about me that I believe was intended as joke but I didnt feel it was appropriate, then when we arrived in our room the champagne that should have been there wasn't, I was expecting more of a seating area and the tv was not working. I usually don't complain but as there had been a number of things that were not up to scratch, it was a special occasion and it wasn't cheap I did. Amelia was wonderful at addressing our concerns and went above and beyond to make our stay wonderful. The room we were moved to was stunning. I cannot fault it in any way. The bed was comfy and cosy. Staff were friendly and attentive and breakfast was tasty with a large selection of hot food and continental food. The decor was beautiful and the cleanliness was spot on, the turn down service was an unexpected touch.

TripAdvisor Rating 5

Anniversary weekend away

Sun Aug 17 2025 08:09:35 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) by 794garethh

Absolutely stunning hotel with wonderful staff! We were greeted at the door where our luggage was taken by the staff to deliver to the room. When we arrived at the room there was a bottle of prosecco in a bucket of ice waiting as it was our anniversary. The room was luxurious and spacious and the bed was perfect. We will definitely be staying here again.

TripAdvisor Rating 5

excellent stay

Fri Aug 15 2025 05:35:41 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) by C6460NLjonathanl

2nd time here excellent hotel and al staff very proffesional only downside being diabetic no sugar free jams at breakfast if we stay here again will have to brng my own.