Located in The Groves, a neighborhood in York, The Vanguard - York Residence is near a train station. Notable landmarks in the area include Shambles and York Minster. Yorkshire Museum Gardens and Yorkshire Museum are also worth visiting. Be sure not to miss outdoor adventures like horse riding and hiking/biking trails. Visit our York travel guide
Close to York Minster and York City Walls, The Vanguard - York Residence has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this guesthouse include:
Self parking (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in
Luggage storage and smoke-free premises
Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at The Vanguard - York Residence offer amenities such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls, in addition to minibars and free bottled water. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
Showers, hair dryers, and shampoo
40-inch Smart TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and digital channels
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 transportation
Self parking on site (GBP 8.40 per night)
Family friendly
Soundproofed rooms
Conveniences
Luggage storage
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Handrails in stairways
No elevator
Well-lit path to entrance
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Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
40-inch smart TV with digital channels
Netflix
Streaming services
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Minibar
Tea bags/instant coffee
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Heating
Soundproofed rooms
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Lockbox, private entrance
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 20.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are available for GBP 24 per night
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A damage deposit of GBP 200 will be collected before check-in.
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Self parking fee: GBP 8.40 per night
Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 24 per night
Rollaway bed fee: GBP 20.0 per night
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 debit card 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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Frequently asked questions
Is The Vanguard - York Residence pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at The Vanguard - York Residence?
As of 19 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Vanguard - York Residence on 26 August 2026 start from AED 467, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Self parking is available for GBP 8.40 per night.
What time is check-in at The Vanguard - York Residence?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at The Vanguard - York Residence?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is The Vanguard - York Residence located?
Located in The Groves, this guesthouse is within a 15-minute walk of York St. John University and Shambles. York Minster and York City Walls are also within 1 mi (2 km). York Station is 22 minutes by foot and York (QQY-York Train Station) is 23 minutes.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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