York is one of our favourite northern getaways. And our home in this noble city is just a 10-minute walk from York Minster (the most uttered word on sight of which is ‘wow’).
No. 1 York by GuestHouse is a Grade II Listed Regency townhouse of stately proportions and head-turningly good looks. It has huge, dreamy sash windows, higher-than-high ceilings, a sweeping central staircase, and ivy around the door. Its grand-but-friendly face is full of charm, and inside you’ll find pantries stocked full of treats for the taking, great restaurant food throughout the day, delicious drinks from the bar, a spa centred on bespoke therapies, and a straight-from-the-heart welcome.
No. 1 York has received the coveted Tripadvisor 2025 golden badge, awarding us 'Best of the Best' status. This puts us in the top 1% of all properties globally on TripAdvisor, plus we're the number one rated hotel in York too.
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Our 38 lovable bedrooms, including three standout suites, are dotted around the building’s three floors. Each one has its quirks courtesy of the building’s heritage detailing and our interior designer’s wonder-inspiring style.
Explore our neighbour Pearly Cow and try the best produce from land and sea cooked over fire or served over ice. Enjoy our decadent take on the English institution that is the afternoon tea. And don't forget to head to The Bar at No.1 to find the most drinkable deliciousness served all day to regulars and guests.
Our spa sits down in the arches of our cellar in our York hotel. It’s a cocooning world of bespoke wellbeing experiences. There are five treatment rooms, including a room for two. And a seriously soothing space for post-treatment relaxation.
Tie the knot in the beyond charming walled city of York. Weddings at our York hotel are truly a sight to behold...Our regency townhouse has been lovingly transformed into a palatial city pad, ready to host up to 50 guests for a wonder-filled wedding day (or longer!).
We've all heard of blue-sky thinking, and sometimes getting the team out of the office into the fresh air is just the ticket. Take things up a notch with a meeting in York at No.1.
York’s abundance of incredible parks makes it a perfect dog-holiday destination. And if you’d like a luxurious lie-in when your loyal pal needs a stroll, we have trusted local walkers on hand.
There's a Crosley Record player in every one of our rooms along with a selection of records too, so you can listen to your favourite tunes whilst relaxing in the bath or getting ready for a night on the town. You'll also have access to a larger selection of records to browse during your stay in our vinyl library situated in the lobby.
Let us meet you from your train and whisk your bags back to the hotel, in our cargo bike, so you can explore the beauty of York unhindered from the off. We’ll swap your luggage for a map of the city and an umbrella (if it’s one of those days). Get in touch to request your luggage pick up.
@iampoppythesausage`s staycation through the lens of @urfavasian__
A stay in our Hideout Suite and Large Guest Room with Sea View at No. 124 Brighton
Curated pause. Bespoke treatments. Essential reset
All welcome at @fieldtripspa, not just for hotel guests. Find out more about our treatments and rituals (with 25% off) on our website...
Autumn - a season of golden light, warm moments and soulful escapes
Bootham Suite at No. 1, York
Charlotte and Llew - a modern romance against the timeless charm of Bath 🕊️
Captured beautifully by @hannahmaymiles
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Sunsets from The Terrace by @pearlycowmargate and from your room 🌅
📸 1 : @rebecca.munroe
We welcomed the solo travellers, the anniversary getaway-ers, the family escapers...
We hosted weddings and parties and launched new collaborations...
Swipe for some summer highlights from us in Bath, York, Margate and Brighton ☀️🌊
Unlock access to 120 exclusive festival cocktails across 10 days with your ticket to @brightoncocktailfestival.
We’re one of 40 bars in Brighton and Hove taking part in the city-wide celebration of mixology from 19th September. Get a ticket for £20 and enjoy sips for £6 (£4 for non-alcoholic)
Creations crafted exclusively for the festival:
Raichi Saku - Japanese gin, citric-adjusted clarified lychee, dry vermouth, jasmine
Boozy Cow - Sussex Wagyu beef fat washed bourbon, homemade amaro, triple sec
Berry Brew (non-alc) - Everleaf Mountain, rhubarb iced tea, raspberry mint
See you at No. 124 🍹
🌿 Escape. Recharge. Renew. 🌿
The Copper Room at No. 15 Bath
An intimate and tranquil ritual for two that begins with a soak in our opulent Copper Bath.
Then head back through the arch to continue your treatment side-by-side
Discover your sanctuary. And for an extra peace of mind, book a treatment Monday-Thursday, 11am-3pm for an indulgent 25% off*
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- Up to 10% off our best available rate
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Our 2025 Summer on The Rooftop at Margate 🌊
Rooftop season will come to a close this weekend…
Help-yourself-pantry unlocked with a GuestHouse stay 🗝️
Curated mornings - soft blankets, hot coffee and nowhere else to be...
A GuestHouse morning at No. 1 York
@rosie__levine at No. 124 Brighton
@werkasfilm at No. 124 Brighton
hollydepaor at No. 15 Bath
Shaken, stirred and sipped
1 @sarahwitpeerd
2 @allmumstalk @alldadstalk
Sun-dappled mornings and breakfast bliss at No. 1 York
We’ve got rooms for another long weekend if you’ve gotten used to the three day weekend lifestyle... Or a quieter midweek getaway?
To our loyal, joyful and endlessly loving canine companions - Happy National Dog Day 🐾
We love to spoil our furry friends at GuestHouse 💛
@lennychowchow at No. 15, Bath
Maple by @emilylouiseyt at No. 15, Bath
@moosethecockapoo_ at No. 124, Brighton
Bobby by @lilybw at No. 1, York
@bigkevbarker at No. 42, Margate
Beds, blankets and pillows exclusively made by @ivyandduke
The Summer holidays are drawing to a close but there`s still time for one more trip...
📸 @howtobritain`s family getaway with us at No. 1 York, staying in The Clifton Suite
Ideas for things to see and do with the young ones!
- @jorvikviking
- @nationalrailwaymuseum
- @yorkschocstory
- @yorkminsterofficial
- @yorkcastlemuseum
- @theyorkshiremuseum
And of course there`s the York City Walls, Museum Gardens and Rowntree Park 🌿
Trade pixels for prints 📷
Capture your visits to No. 42 Margate and No. 124 Brighton with @polaroid
Swap daily life for Georgian grandeur at No. 15 Bath ✨
Bask in Bath whether it`s to discover the UNESCO World Heritage site, be a part of celebrating the 250th anniversary of Jane Austen or simply enjoying summer elsewhere this long weekend
📸: @sarahwitpeerd
