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Grays Court

3.5 star property
Travelers relax in a tranquil garden or catch up on work at the business center while experiencing the historic charm of this ancient city

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Located steps from York Minster, Grays Court offers freshly cooked-to-order breakfasts and a peaceful garden. Guests enjoy the inviting bar, in-room WiFi, and business center before exploring York St John University and the medieval Shambles.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Parking available
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is AED 1,026
AED 1,232 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan

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Cumberland, Deluxe double | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, individually decorated

Cumberland, Deluxe double

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Garden view

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Willoughby, Deluxe double | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, individually decorated

Willoughby, Deluxe double

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Garden view

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Aislabie, Deluxe Double | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, individually decorated

Aislabie, Deluxe Double

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Aske, Classic Twin | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, individually decorated

Aske, Classic Twin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Garden view

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De Montfort, classic double | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, individually decorated

De Montfort, classic double

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Garden view

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Clyff, Standard Double | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, individually decorated

Clyff, Standard Double

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Garden view

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Edwards, Deluxe double | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, individually decorated

Edwards, Deluxe double

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Garden view

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Elizabeth Gray, deluxe double | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, individually decorated

Elizabeth Gray, deluxe double

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Garden view

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Fairfax, Classic Double | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, individually decorated

Fairfax, Classic Double

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Mortimer, Deluxe double | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, individually decorated

Mortimer, Deluxe double

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Garden view

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Somerset, Deluxe Double | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, individually decorated

Somerset, Deluxe Double

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Garden view

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Williams, Standard Double | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, individually decorated

Williams, Standard Double

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in York, Grays Court is in the city center. Jorvik Viking Centre and York Barbican are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include York Minster and Shambles. York St. John University and York City Walls are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our York travel guide
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Grays Court Hotel, Chapter House Street, York, England, YO1 7JH

What's nearby

  • York St. John University.
    York St. John University
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • York Minster featuring religious aspects, a church or cathedral and a square or plaza
    York Minster
    4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Shambles showing heritage architecture, street scenes and a small town or village
    Shambles
    4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Jorvik Viking Centre which includes interior views
    Jorvik Viking Centre
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • York featuring heritage architecture
    York City Walls
    9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • York Station
    13 min walk
  • Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford)
    67 min drive

Restaurants

  • 200 Degrees Coffee
    5 min walk
  • Ambiente
    2 min walk
  • Royal Oak
    2 min walk
  • The Cross Keys
    2 min walk
  • The Old White Swan
    4 min walk

About this property

Grays Court

Hotel near York Minster
Located close to York St. John University and Shambles, Grays Court provides free cooked-to-order breakfast, a garden, and a bar. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a business center and a restaurant.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Self parking (surcharge), outdoor furniture, and meeting rooms
  • Luggage storage and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as premium bedding and bathrobes, as well as perks like free WiFi and safes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and down comforters
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and hair dryers
  • Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (GBP 25 per day)

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Hosted evening meal available on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday for a fee of GBP 130; reservation required

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: GBP 25.00 per day
  • Hosted evening meal: GBP 130.00

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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 debit cards and cash

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Grays Court York
Grays Court Hotel
Grays Court Hotel York

Frequently asked questions

Is Grays Court pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for GBP 25.00 per day.

What time is check-in at Grays Court?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Grays Court?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Grays Court located?

Located in City Centre, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of York Minster, York St. John University, and Shambles. Jorvik Viking Centre and York City Walls are also within 10 minutes. York Station is 13 minutes by foot and York (QQY-York Train Station) is 13 minutes.

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Reviews

Grays Court Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Amenities

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 104 out of 110 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 110 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 110 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 110 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 110 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Clare

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous hotel with beautiful rooms. The staff were fantastic, friendly and professional. We loved every minute of it and definitely want to return soon.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous accommodations, delicious food, wonderful staff, and perfectly situated in town
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

c

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

Fantastic

Exceptional hotel, beautiful rooms, library, bar and gardens. Staff were all wonderful and very attentive. Breakfast was nice and filling, excellent selection of wines.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is beautiful, historic, and close to attractions/shopping. The staff are wonderful and willing to help in any way possible
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

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

Wonderful personal staff and attention to detail!

We had a lovely stay! Susanna made sure that we were well taken care of. All the staff has such pride in the grounds and history. The location is close to everything. Very nice breakfasts and even a bag with water and a snack for our travels when we checked out!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The setting was unique. Staff were exceptional.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Fabulous hotel

The best hotel in York. Always a delight to come and stay at this historic and beautifully restored place. The staff are always kind and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yolanda

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

Delightful!

Loved everything about our stay at Grays Court. Amazing location, service and gardens. The hotel itself is well appointed and the service is top-notch. We will return.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I cannot recommend the hotel high enough, everything was fabulous. I was most impressed with the attentiveness and care all the staff provided, thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

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

Brilliant hotel made better by staff

Absolutely fantastic stay. Beautiful property and grounds right next to York Minster. The staff are so friendly and helpful. Breakfast was delicious. Will definitely be returning.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Tranquil convenient city centre location, just inside city walls. A comfortable and beautiful listed heritage building with emclosed relaxing gardens to view or explore. Attentive staff providing friendly and excellent service throughout with unexpected personal touches. Well-stocked bar and delicious freshly prepared foods, served in the impressive long gallery or dining room, both with great views. Clean, warm and very comfortable rooms with opening sash windows, period furnishings and decor, also well-serviced and with good facilities. Quiet at night despite being only moments away from York Minster, shops and restaurants. Pre-bookable on-site parking (at extra charge) a great option. Would not hesitate to recommend or return.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing place! Lots of charming character, but modern and luxurious amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

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

Great location

Beautiful hotel Great location Wonderful food And such lovely caring and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful experience, the staff could not have been any nicer. We would definitely stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen

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

One night stay in York.

Great hotel fantastic location with very friendly staff highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a very enjoyable stay in this beautiful old hotel its like a little hidden gem. The breakfast was perfect and so were the staff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bridget

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay! Everything perfect, would definitely recommend Small hotel so lovely and quiet, next door to the Minster and Theatre within 5 min walk!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Faye

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Couldn’t fault anything about this lovely hotel, great staff, fabulous location, breakfast was really good, the little going home gift was a thoughtful touch. Perfect stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keri

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

Fairfax Room

This hotel had so much charm, with its unique and quaint rooms. The outdoor garden is absolutely beautiful and you can even get up onto the old wall from the back of the property. The staff were all extremely friendly and helpful. It was a little stuffy in our room when we got there, but that was nothing an open window and fan couldn't fix. I would 100% stay here if I were ever to visit York again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was arguably in the best location in York and an absolute delight. I won’t be staying anywhere else in future.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a remarkable property, a meticulously maintained historic building backing onto an extensive garden, with a friendly and responsive staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Liked: Amenities
We had a fantastic stay at your lovely hotel. We so loved sitting in the garden enjoying our lunch. The food was fantastic and the view better.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Fab stay

The staff were amazing, friendly, professional and so welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Fabulous hotel

Beautiful property right in the heart of York. Staff were fabulous and very welcoming. I will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dimitrios

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gray’s Court is absolutely exceptional. From the moment we arrived, the staff made us feel genuinely welcomed, warm, attentive, and incredibly hospitable. You can tell they love what they do, and it shows in every detail. The atmosphere is something special, elegant without being stuffy, and steeped in history while still feeling comfortable and inviting. It’s the kind of place that makes you want to linger just a little longer. Location-wise, it’s perfect. Tucked right next to York Minster, you’re within walking distance of everything. Whether it’s a stroll along the city walls, a bite at a local pub, or exploring the Shambles, it’s all just steps away. Highly recommend Gray’s Court, it’s the kind of stay that makes a trip memorable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025