You're in just the right place to discover the luxury rooms at No. 1 York. We have a selection of room types to choose from - from snug and cosy to spacious and grand. Many come with leafy views, some with fireplaces, and the two Bootham Suites still echo their past lives as a drawing room and a library.
Every room is full of character, with locally sourced antiques, art and curios that tell York’s story in playful, charming ways. You'll also find our signature touches - a turntable for playing vinyls (with more to borrow downstairs), and a tea-and-coffee kit hidden inside a whimsical Doll’s House.
And of course, it wouldn't be a GuestHouse without a Pantry full of complimentary treats for the taking, whenever takes your fancy. Our pantry in York is centrally located on the first floor.
That no two bedrooms are the same is a fact we really like. But there are a few good things in common they all share.
Sealy mattress dressed in a savoy luxury hotel topper and 300-thread-count Egyptian cotton linen / The right to raid our Pantry packed full of treats / WiFi / Nespresso kit, kettle, tea & coffee / Wildsmith shampoo, conditioner & body wash / Hairdryer / Turntable (choose your records from the selection in the vinyl library) / Flat screen TV with freeview and chromecast.
Sleeps two | 13 sq m approx | King
These are our smallest rooms - cosy and charming. Each features a comfortable queen-size bed. These are not for you if you are more than two, as there isn’t space for cots or dogs.
Maximum occupancy is 2
Sleeps two | 17 sq m approx | Super King
A step up in size, these are our standard rooms. But each one is different in its design and view as they are found all around the hotel. So, there’s nothing standard about them.
Maximum occupancy is 2
Sleeps two | 20 sq m approx | Twin-Bed or Super King
These rooms are a little bigger than our guest rooms, with a little more space. They have a spot for the dog, too.
Maximum occupancy up to 2 adults | 1 infant
27 sq m approx | Super King | Family-Friendly
For those who like a roomier situation, these lovely rooms leave plenty of space for kids’ and dogs’ bedding after the super-king-size bed or two decent-sized single beds.
Maximum occupancy up to 2 adults | 1 child | 1 infant
If you want to super-size your experience, check out our suite-offering.
On-site parking is available at the rear of the hotel for £25 per night. As spaces are limited, we recommend reserving your parking in advance when making your booking. Simply email our reservations team at no1.reservations@guesthousehotels.co.uk, and they’ll be happy to assist.
If on-site parking is unavailable, there are several car parks just a short stroll from the hotel, including Marygate Car Park (YO30 7DT) and Bootham Row Car Park (YO30 7DU).
We've collected our most frequently asked questions from our wonderful guests, including questions about check in times, bringing your pet or children, answered them for you and gathered them together on one page. If you can't find the answer you're looking for please do give us a call or drop us an email and our team will be delighted to help.
Moments reserved for you, and a day to remember
Scroll for some wedding and reception inspiration from some brides and grooms at No. 124 Brighton and No. 42 Margate. If you`d like to see it for yourself, we`re hosting a wedding showcase this weekend at both hotels. Whatever stage you might be at, No. 124 or No. 42 might be able to bring that little magic for your very special day
Walk-in or book an appointment, 12-4pm
Photographers:
1-2 - @lucydracottphoto for Amie and Jon
3 - @hexa.photo for Katie and James
4 - @devlinphotos for Rachael and Rob
5- @charlotterebeccaphoto for Dan and Pam
6 - @tomcawdronphotography for Allie and Chewie
7 - @mearakallista and @zac.gates_) for Ede and Tanz
8-9 @joannabongardphoto for Naomi and Sammy, David and Pedro
🎉 THE ULTIMATE SLEEPOVER 🎉
Win a cosy staycation at @guesthousehotels and reset your bedroom with @wearetbco! We’ve come together to uplift January spirits so you can look forward to getting away, or shopping some stylish new pieces for you and your home 🏨🧣🛋️
WIN:
🐾 £250 voucher to spend at TBCo
🐾 A one-night stay for two, including breakfast the next morning, and a cocktail each
HOW TO ENTER:
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Competition ends 2nd February, 11:59pm. Good luck 🍀✨
T&Cs: UK entries only. GuestHouse Hotels stay: for two people sharing a guest room, valid Sunday–Friday. Excludes 13th - 14th Feb and 3rd - 6th April. Must be taken by 30th April 2026. TBCo voucher must be redeemed/claimed within 12 months of winning. Prizes are non-transferable and cannot be exchanged for money or alternative items.
For every kind of love - self, friends, partners or whoever comes to mind 💌
🌙 Late nights and lie-ins
🫧 Copper Cove treatment for two* at @fieldtripspa
♟️ Games night
🍴 Dinner at @pearlycowbrighton, @pearlycowyork and @pearlycowmargate
🍷 A nightcap
*£206.50 Monday-Friday in February, usually £295
Where will this half-term take you?
From exploring the Railway Museum to York’s Chocolate history, there’s plenty in York to entertain young visitors. Mini historians will be busy at the @JorvikViking Centre and @YorkCastleMuseum and there’s fun for the whole family with @wizardwalkofyork tours, particularly for Harry Potter fans! 🪄
And when all that running around has caught up with the little ones, return to ours for a quiet night in. Parents, we’ll have @yotoplay players on hand for bedtime story duty 😉
Lean a little extra into self-care to keep the blues at bay
Transform that "blue" feeling into a serene, spa-inspired state of mind
Practise mindfulness
Take a walk
Connect with loved ones
Find small joys
And for those in Bath, we have two exclusive offers if you`re looking for a moment of stillness or to glow through winter
25% off a weekday treatment - 11am - 2.45pm, Tuesday - Thursday. Add 25OFFTREATMENTS when booking online. Available until February 28th
£120 (usually £!55) 90 minute bespoke facial with added Dermalux LED light therapy, known for boosting collagen production, reducing inflammation and re-energising tired skin - Sunday and Monday during January and February
Update your itinerary of things to see and do in York in the next couple of weeks. And if you`re looking for a laugh, or to learn, there are tickets for all sorts of shows too! Bookmark for if you`re coming to stay with us
We understand when no or low is more than just a month 🍹
Here`s just some of the sips you can find around our hotels and a few recipes too to recreate at home
A morning, an afternoon and a night to remember 💍🍾
Emily and Hayden’s special day captured spectacularly by @rachaelfriendphotography
Dog-parents, steak enthusiasts and cultural curators, you`re in the right place 🐾📸
- Brisk beach walks with your pup on the golden sands - dogs stay free with us in Margate (and Brighton) until 30th Jan
- Steak night is back at @pearlycowmargate, every Thursday you can tuck into steak and fries for £18. And we`re taking part in @margaterestaurantweek! Feb 2nd-Feb 8th head to Pearly Cow for a menu of steak and fries for £20.26 and 50% off selected cocktails
- Save on one night, two night and three night stays until Feb 12th. Curate your own mini getaway or stay and see more
One more weekend before the back-to-work and back-to-school routines pick up again
But if your mind is still on holiday mode, our Winter Breaks offer might get that next staycation booked
20% off 1 night, 25% off 2 nights, or 35% off 3 night stays - we`ll leave you to decide between a quick getaway, or a slow escape 🧳
GuestHouse 2025 WRAPPED 🎇
A 2025 filled with memories at Bath, York, Margate and Brighton, created and shared by our teams and our guests. 2026 - we hope to welcome more of you - returning guests and new! 💛
1-2 No. 124 celebrated its 1st birthday and won ‘Best New Tourism Business’ in The Beautiful South awards too 🎂
3 Our beautiful @fieldtripspa opened its doors to serenity and heavenly treatments 🫧
4 We welcomed our wonderful new General Manager at No. 1, Cara and were awarded a Best of the Best Hotel accolade by the @tripadvisor 2025 Travellers’ Choice Awards, which celebrates the highest level of excellence in travel and is only awarded to the top 1% of hotels worldwide 🥇
5 Launched our partnership with wealth expert, facialist and health coach @donna.bartoli 🧖🏻♀️
6 Hosted some very cool events, held many weddings and celebrated @indiaamoon’s 30th birthday 🎈
7 Turned The Coach House at No. 15 Bath even cosier 💤
8 Relaunched The Rooftop at No. 42 for summer and enjoyed plenty of cocktails up here. Brought polaroids to all of our hotels to capture more of the good times 🍹
9 Just some shots we love from some of our exciting photoshoots captured by @lateef.photography 📸
Festive edition! GUESTS WHO...
bring the dogs
enjoy a nightcap
raid the pantry
tie the knot
Which guest are you?
Save on stays - two ways! 😴
One night - 20% off
Two nights - 25% off
Three nights - 35% off
Hibernate & Hideaway for the perfect room-only winter escape or unwind with our Seasonal Sanctuary for a stay with breakfast plus £200 credit to indulge in treatments at The Spa
Book a stay by 12th February
We wish you a very Merry Christmas and a holiday with unforgettable moments ✨🎄
Santa stop here 🎅🏻
Merry Christmas Eve! We`re all set for the festivities. And, we`ll also be here for post-shopping, pre-going out tipples and games for a quiet (or not!) twixmas too 🪩
Well-fed and glasses topped up for the festive period at @pearlycowbrighton @pearlycowyork or @pearlycowmargate!
For any last minute tables, head to the website to check our availability
A touch of sparkle by the sea at No. 42 Margate 🎄✨
A very merry coastal Christmas at No. 124 🪩🥃♠️
Just a handful of Guest Rooms and two Bigger Guest Rooms if you fancy a Christmas like this.
GUESTS WHO...
host parties
get together for one-off events
help make the magical days happen
come together for a Sunday roast
Which guest are you?
