The Milner York formerly the Principal York

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Dates

April 2025

May 2025

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Excellent

Popular amenities

Air conditioning

Explore the area

Station Road, York, England, YO24 1AA

York Minster
‪10 min walk‬
Shambles
‪12 min walk‬
Jorvik Viking Centre
‪12 min walk‬
Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford)
‪54 min drive‬

Room options

Single Room

10 sq m
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed

Comfort Double Room

15 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

Standard Double Room, Annex Building

20 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

Standard Double Room

20 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

Standard Double Room, Garden View

20 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

Signature Studio Suite, City View

35 sq m
City view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Junior Studio Suite

35 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Superior Twin Room

20 sq m
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed

20 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

30 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard Double Room, Accessible

20 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

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Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Air conditioning

for 1 room

includes taxes & fees

27 Apr - 28 Apr

About this property

Victorian hotel with bars and a fitness center

This smoke-free hotel features an indoor pool, a restaurant, and 2 bars/lounges. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a fitness center, a snack bar/deli, and a sauna are onsite.

The Milner York formerly the Principal York offers 155 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottled water. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided daily.

An indoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of The Milner York formerly the Principal York's great location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from York Minster. You'll find features like free WiFi in public areas, plus 2 bars and an indoor pool. This property offers pet-friendly amenities like food and water bowls.

Free WiFi (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
Enjoy British cuisine while dining at Peachey's Bar & Grill
English breakfast served daily for a fee
Self parking available for a fee
Take a swim in the indoor pool or soak in the hot tub
Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge, and luggage storage
Onsite recreation includes a gym, a steam room, and a sauna
Guests really like the accommodations for the cleanliness and spaciousness
Within a 15-minute walk of York Minster and York Dungeon
Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls

As a guest of The Milner York formerly the Principal York, you'll find an indoor pool, a hot tub, a sauna, and a fitness center. Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A business center and meeting rooms are available. A terrace, barbecue grills, and a garden are also featured at the eco-certified The Milner York formerly the Principal York. Parking is available for a fee.

This Victorian York hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy English breakfast daily from 7 AM to 10 AM.

Peachey's Bar & Grill - This restaurant specializes in British cuisine and serves dinner only. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Reservations are required.

The Swollen Gambler - This pub serves lunch, dinner, and light fare. Open daily.

The Garden Room - This lobby lounge serves breakfast, lunch, and light fare. Open daily.

24-hour room service is available.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property

This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education), a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

Uncovered parking on site (GBP 20 per day)
Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

Daily English breakfast available 7 AM to 10 AM for a fee: GBP 19.95 per person
2 bars/lounges
A restaurant
Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

Peachey's Bar & Grill
The Garden Room
The Swollen Gambler

Things to do

Gym
Hot tub
Indoor pool
Sauna
Steam room

Family friendly

Indoor pool
Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk

Guest services

Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Wedding services

Business services

Business centre
Conference space
Meeting rooms

Outdoors

Barbecue grill
Garden
Terrace

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Assistive listening devices
Braille/raised signage
Lift
Stair-free path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible business centre
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shower
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Towels provided

Entertainment

Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

24-hour room service
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water

Air conditioning
Desk
Heating (climate-controlled)
Iron/ironing board
Laptop-compatible safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Late check-out subject to availability

A late check-out fee will be charged

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Suites are located in various parts of the hotel including the 4th and 5th floors which are only accessible by stairs.

The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in.

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from December 23 to December 26:

Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets: GBP 30 per pet, per night
Only dogs are allowed
Maximum 1 pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Food and water bowls are available
Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 19.95 per person
Uncovered self parking fee: GBP 20 per day
Pet fee: GBP 30 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

We should mention

Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Hotel Royal York

Hotel York Royal

Royal Hotel York

Royal York

York Hotel Royal

York Royal

York Royal Hotel

Royal York Hotel Grand Victorian

Royal York Hotel York

Principal Hotel

Principal York

The Royal York Hotel

The Principal York

Principal York Hotel

Hotel Principal York York

York Principal York Hotel

Hotel Principal York

Principal York York

The Principal York

The Royal York Hotel

Principal Hotel

Principal

The Milner York formerly the Principal York Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Darin

Travelled with partner

13 Jan 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Lovely hotel very period decor looked great

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

13 Jan 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Luxury

Amazing property for the good price.

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

12 Jan 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel.

Excellent stay. Very nice staff. Very friendly.

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

graham

12 Jan 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Good location.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mel

Travelled with family

12 Jan 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Lovely hotel, ideal location & friendly staff

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Connie

12 Jan 2025

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

12 Jan 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Lovely hotel and great facilities.

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Dan

12 Jan 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe

12 Jan 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with partner

10 Jan 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Very nice and friendly

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

7 Jan 2025

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Kathy

6 Jan 2025

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leanne

6 Jan 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely hotel

Had a lovely stay the hotel was spotless the housekeepers knocked on your door every morning asking if you wanted your room cleaning. Lovely helpful staff, the hotel was lovely we would definitely go back. The only thing i wouldnt get again is the breakfast we paid £36 for 2 of us which for what we got was expensive, theres plenty of cheaper nice places to eat in york so would go out next time. We will definitely come again though.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with partner

5 Jan 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Pleasant one night stay.

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Travelled with group

5 Jan 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Beautiful stay and beautiful hotel. We were upgraded on arrival which was a perfect and unexpected gift, staff were so friendly and accommodating. We loved it here. So convenient and the history that remains including the original door at the rail station end was divine!

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jospeh

5 Jan 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful hotel

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Louis

4 Jan 2025

Liked: Staff & service

Lacking.

It was okay. The staff were very nice, but the room lacked in cleanliness and some facilities were faulty. There was also a great deal of noise coming from the lift which was directly behind the head board. Blinds didn’t open, carpets and curtains were stained. Bedding was unclean.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025