Dean Court Hotel

6/10

Pleasant

16 Jul 2026

Ricardo

Mattresses are worn out, need immediate change. We had booked rooms with AC, none were available. They arranged one with a portable unit.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

12 Jul 2026

Jill

Lovely hotel with excellent staff. Had parking.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

29 Jun 2026

Andre

Emplacement merveilleux. Chambres correctes, salle de bains un peu petite. Petit déjeuner correct. Parking avec valet très bien considérant l’emplacement.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

23 Jun 2026

Jennifer

Great location with clean rooms and comfortable beds. Friendly staff. Would definitely stay here again.

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

16 Jun 2026

Rebecca

Amazing stay from start to finish. My mother has mobility issues and uses a mobility scooter. The staff were brilliant with this - carrying it in and out, and charging it up for her.
The room was spotless, large and well appointed and the breakfast was amazing.
Big thank you to Beata on reception and the others who were so friendly and helpful during our stay. Would not hesitate to recommend Dean Court to anyone visiting York.

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

15 Jun 2026

Michelle

Conveniently located, well maintained property with extremely helpful staff.
Breakfast was good without being over the top.

Partner

4/10

Poor

14 Jun 2026

Andrew

Bored uninterested staff. Out of date rooms. Lack of amenities. Terrible breakfast

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

12 Jun 2026

Christopher

From the moment you enter Dean Court Hotel you are greeted with a warm welcome with very attentive staff. Throughout my stay I couldn’t fault them, they really looked after their guests. I wholeheartedly recommend anyone thinking of staying in York to stay at Dean Court Hotel. The food is excellent and very reasonably priced for what you get. I had some lovely food and they don’t skimp on the portion's.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

03 Jun 2026

Randall

The Dean Court is a charming boutique hotel that was completed in 1865 as Clergy residences for York Minster which the hotel is in the shadow of. Because you are staying in a heritage building there can be some charming challenges such as creaky floors and low clearance doorways. Despite that the positives far outweigh any challenges you may encounter. Everything is walkable from the Dean Court and there are several great pubs feet from your front door many of which offer a Sunday Roast menu. The staff are very friendly and accommodating and you will see them doing several different jobs around the hotel: valeting your rental car one day, tending bar the next. If you are spending a few days in York and want to be close to everything while staying in a historical building, this is the place.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

02 Jun 2026

Gary

Good location 10 minute walk from train station, friendly staff and good restaurant.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

28 May 2026

Patrick

Dean Courtney is conveniently located directly opposite the Minster. It is a short 15 minute walk from the train station. I was concerned that the area would be noisy given the location but it wasn’t.
We stayed in the Wolsey Room which was tucked away in a connected building accessed via a back stairway behind the restaurant reception. One flight up and no elevator.
The room was spacious but stark, a bit worn and lacked much furniture. There was no luggage rack or chest of drawers to store anything. We had to perch our luggage on the window seat. Not sure why but there were two large chandeliers in the room which looked very much out of place. I suspect it might have been used as a meeting room at some point. There is no air conditioning so I would not want to stay in the summer. We visited in late May staying 3 nights. The last day got quite warm around 85 degrees. The room got quite stuffy. Thankfully there was a decent enough fan to move the air around. Only one window would open and only about 6 inches.
The bed was ok.
The bathroom was fine, surprisingly great water pressure for a UK hotel. There is only passive venting so condensation builds up during bathing, hence some black mold on the caulk around the tub.
The included breakfast was decent enough. You could order anything from the menu. It took awhile for someone to take your order but once that was done the food came along pretty.
Overall ok for the price but probably would not stay here again

Partner

8/10

Excellent

25 May 2026

Mark

50 steps from the Minster and near Bootham Bar and 22 Yards restaurant. Great location.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

22 May 2026

Deborah

Dean’s Court was lovely. The staff were friendly, professional and helpful. The rooms were spacious and the beds very comfortable. The sites of York were within easy reach of city sites. Would highly recommend a stay here!

10/10

Exceptional

18 May 2026

John

Being right next to the Minster this would have to be the best hotel location in York.
The staff are super friendly, the rooms are quiet and comfortable and there’s a nice restaurant on site.
We’ll definitely be back next time we visit York.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

16 May 2026

Toni

Good location. Helpful staff. Our room door was between the lift and the stairs. Banging till late at night from people walking up stairs. Room was very small. Thought it was funny that when I asked for more towels after 3rd day and was told okay but no free drink now.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

14 May 2026

john

Parking was very convenient

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

06 May 2026

Niki

Had a wonderful experience here. Everything was spotless and the people were so friendly and welcoming.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

05 May 2026

Peter

Staff super friendly and helpful
Room was lovely and clean
Location was spot on and valet parking was good
Breakfast was ok (porridge) was hoping it would be less like a holiday inn and more homemade and artisan

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

05 May 2026

Louise

Upgrade was great

6/10

Pleasant

03 May 2026

Anthony

The hotel is looking very ‘tired’ for four stars. The staff were excellent though, very friendly and helpful.

10/10

Exceptional

02 May 2026

Anna

Breakfast was delicious
Great location
Loved my room

10/10

Exceptional

26 Apr 2026

Lisa

The Dean Court can boast about location, ( only a few blocks from the train station and across the street from Abbey Minster), but also exceptionally helpful, courteous staff, delicious meal options, and overall comfort.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

26 Apr 2026

Allan

A comfy, homely hotel with superb staff. Location for the Minster is unbeatable and lots of excellent restaurants are in easy walking distance.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

24 Apr 2026

Lynda

Scored a free upgraded room. Friendly staff. Great location

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

23 Apr 2026

Lynette

Right next to York Minister with York Royal Theatre and main attractions close by. The staff are welcoming, friendly and helpful. Rooms are spacious, clean and comfortable.
There is no parking on site though they will park your car in a secure car park close by (additional charges apply) which takes the hassle away from this very walkable city.
Had a lovely stay and would definitely recommend.

10/10

Exceptional

21 Apr 2026

Robin

Not applicable

6/10

Pleasant

20 Apr 2026

Peter

They say to never judge a book by its cover and this also holds true for some hotels. Dean Court looked nothing if not stately in the pics and our expectations were high as we arrived in York. The good news, the location is great - close to the most wonderful shopping. Valet parking was also a treat. That said, the hotel itself feels like a lower-end motel masking inside a wonderful exterior. The first room we were shown had no windows and there are, apparantly, four of those rooms. We were moved to a room with great windows, although the only rooms with AC are the interior no-window rooms. Most of the staff were pleasant except for the lady at the front desk who never lifted her head on a few occassions we passed by. The breakfast is so, so, but with attentive servers. Great location. Great exterior. Not a great choice for us.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

18 Apr 2026

Helen

Breakfast was lovely, very fresh and service was very good, all the staff at the hotel were friendly and welcoming, parking was easy as the car was taken and parked for us

8/10

Excellent

17 Apr 2026

Mitchell

Old rooms, good staff

10/10

Exceptional

13 Apr 2026

DAVID

This is the perfect location in York. The hotel is beside Yorkminster and an easy walk to the Shambles and pubs. The hotel is clean and lovely and the staff were great. Highly recommended.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

13 Apr 2026

Gloria

Fabulous location!!! Very friendly and helpful staff, comfortable rooms and excellent dining. Need some hooks in the bathroom and a phone to call the front desk!

Friends_and_family Friends

8/10

Excellent

08 Apr 2026

Lucy

Very friendly staff and efficient check in. Excellent location. We had a room with an amazing view of York Minster. It was up 38 steps ( no lift to this part of the hotel) but the view made the climb worth it. Quiet despite its central location. Lovely breakfast, again with views of the Minster. Would stay again.

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

06 Apr 2026

Samantha

Very clean , staff very helpful , lovely stay

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

05 Apr 2026

John

Great location if you want to be in the center of York.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

04 Apr 2026

Markus

Great location, friendly staff, comfortable and clean room.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

01 Apr 2026

ANDREW W

Wonderful location
Car valet service excellent
Room very small for price

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

29 Mar 2026

robert

Not great

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

28 Mar 2026

Rosemary

We had a lovely stay at Dean Court. The staff were very friendly and our single rooms were clean and nicely furnished. Breakfast was included in our rate and it was really good, with the hot food cooked to order. We would definitely stay here again.

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

21 Mar 2026

Shavonne

The place was great. It's really close and convenient to the center of town. The staff was lovely. The room was large and great street views. I would highly recommend this place again

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

13 Mar 2026

Laura

Perfect location and great accommodation

Family

10/10

Exceptional

25 Feb 2026

Alistair

V friendly staff, room was lovely, very easy check in, would stay again

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

21 Feb 2026

Beverley

Very convenient hotel for the Shambles and Minster. Food and bar areas very good. 95% of staff were fabulous.
Bed very firm. Double room smaller than average, but suppose that should be expected for the location.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

21 Feb 2026

Caroline

Lovely stay in this central,Georgian hotel. All the staff we encountered were polite, friendly and efficient. Our room overlooked the Minster.


r and was large, clean and comfortable.

10/10

Exceptional

17 Feb 2026

Emeline

Staff were very nice .Very accommodating .I had a bad head ache .The receptionist let us keep the rolm for longer .Great breakfast Excellent location
The staff made it for us .Lovely

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

11 Feb 2026

Christopher

Exactly as excellent and convenient as expected. Unbeatable location for the old town / town centre. Spacious and well appointed room and bathroom. And the valet parking was the clincher.

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

11 Feb 2026

Hannah

Comfortable room and bed, great shower, lovely staff and nice area to work in. Solid WiFi too and the location was brilliant.

8/10

Excellent

09 Feb 2026

Elaine

Staff very helpful and friendly

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

08 Feb 2026

Dean

Awesome staff, rooms and carpets a bit dated and could be due an upgrade. Valet service was second to non. Parking is usually £25 for the night anywhere in York. £25 and you get Valet, no brainer

10/10

Exceptional

07 Feb 2026

moira

Staff were excellent

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

20 Jan 2026

Susan

Room very clean, staff very friendly and helpful. Will come again.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

18 Jan 2026

Mr Mark Neil

The location of the hotel and view from the room were outstanding, the room facing the York Minister in the heart of the city. The room itself was clean and decently equipped, if a little tired in places (along with the rest of the hotel). Staff were mostly very friendly. The only real let down was the valet parking which due to cars being parked in front of the hotel was unavailable to us, or if it was available we had no ideas how to access it.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

16 Jan 2026

Shaun

Excellent service provide by a helpful and professional staff. Outstanding attention to detail and customer service.

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

25 Dec 2025

Christopher

CcfdC

8/10

Excellent

22 Dec 2025

GARY

Room was clean and adequate size

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

21 Dec 2025

Belinda

Reception service and sorting out luggage and car.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

16 Dec 2025

Maria

Second time staying in this hotel over the Christmas period. Fabulous in every way

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

16 Dec 2025

Donna

Clean, spacious rooms and excellent location. Staff was warm and welcoming.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

05 Dec 2025

BARBARA

Very welcoming as always.Can leave luggage until room ready.Excellent warm room.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

25 Nov 2025

James

Beautiful room, wonderful staff.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

23 Nov 2025

Julie

The staff were amazing. Very welcoming and helpful.
The location of the hotel was excellent and close to all of the sights of York! Our room was spacious, clean and had a lovely cosy feel to it. We will definitely be returning!

10/10

Exceptional

22 Nov 2025

Lynda

Fab room
Very clean
Fantastic view of The Minster
Brilliant staff
Really helpful
Very friendly

10/10

Exceptional

21 Nov 2025

William

Staff, location, breakfast … all wonderful

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

12 Nov 2025

michelle

Wonderful stay at a hotel right next to York Minster. Loved the spacious room, comfy bed and hot breakfast in the morning. This is our 2nd stay here and when we return to York we will stay again.

Friends_and_family Family

2/10

Poor

22 Oct 2025

Mark

For a hotel that gets so many 10/10 reviews I am at a loss to understand why it gets perfect scores unless they are fake reviews.

We stayed in room 63, a worn out room with an old bed, dirty carpet, doors patched with the wrong colour paint, fan that never switched off in the bathroom etc. It's up a narrow staircase at the back of the hotel with no lift access.

I can only conclude that the main part of the hotel has been modernized and therefore warrant full marks OR the reviews are fake. Either way, avoid.

Location is great. Hotel has no A/C so you have to use a fan and open the window - prepare to be woken by the bin collection very early morning.

10/10

Exceptional

19 Oct 2025

James

Best Place to Stay in York

Room was wonderful. Location was great. Staff was super.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

18 Oct 2025

David

Excellent location across the street from Minster and short walk to Shambles, good breakfast, large room, good service.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

16 Oct 2025

Martha

The only issues: loud people passing by the front of the hotel/our room all night so mostly had to keep the window closed and misleading free drinks coupons.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

05 Oct 2025

Julia

Perfect location for central York

Perfect location. Super friendly staff. Nice breakfast. Nice size comfortable room and modern bathroom.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

03 Oct 2025

Michael

Rm64 was 33 steep & narrow stairs up & down. I’m 78 & it was wearying. The internet connection was not secure & my service provider would not let me receive or send email. Felt like I was staying in the servants quarters. Ideal location just next to the Minster.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

02 Oct 2025

Sandra

Wonderful stay and great location! Wonderful breakfast!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

30 Sep 2025

Joanne

The hotel is in an excellent location with all the amenities and attractions within walking distance. The staff are friendly and efficient and we’re all willing to do that extra bit to make our stay worthwhile The hotel’s parking arrangements are excellent, especially for a hotel right in the city centre.The room itself was clean and spacious with everything you would expect. The food was excellent- nothing extraordinary - but very well cooked.

Leisure Family

6/10

Pleasant

28 Sep 2025

Susan

Great location across the street from York Minster. Lots of dining options nearby. Unless you book a suite, this is a typical European- style hotel with very small rooms. Bed was not comfortable and the carpeting was dirty. Someone used a key card to open our room door while we were inside and left when we acknowledged our presence. Reported incident to front desk. Upon check out, front desk said no one from housekeeping said it was them. That is concerning. Hotel could definitely use a facelift. But then again, it’s all about location, location, location.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

25 Sep 2025

Judy B.

My husband and I stayed one night. Our room was clean, comfortable and beautifully decorated. We had a beautiful view of Yorkminster out our window. It was walkable to all the sites, shopping, and restaurants. The breakfast was very good. I would definitely recommend.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

18 Sep 2025

Laura

Very enjoyable stay, excellent location, personable, fun and helpful service from the staff on Friday and Saturday (less so on Sunday shift) and excellent breakfast. Would recommend .

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

15 Sep 2025

Peter

Dependable and central

Good value. Very central and convenient. Great service from reception.

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

13 Sep 2025

Elizabeth

I was with a young friend and her 3-year-old boy. The waiters were really sweet with him bringing him a folder with colouring games to play and a fox mask. One waiter brought him extra strawberries. They all made a fuss of him which was much appreciated.

We had very good service too! And enjoyed our breakfasts and dinner. We just had one night with you.

I chose you for your brilliant site opposite the Minster and was not disappointed!

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

13 Sep 2025

Stephen

Old building well renovated. Food terrific and staff helpful and efficient.

10/10

Exceptional

09 Sep 2025

Margaret

Great central location in York. Wonderful staff

8/10

Excellent

08 Sep 2025

BRIAN

Races

Day at the races

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

07 Sep 2025

Curt

From beginning to end the service was first rate and friendly.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

05 Sep 2025

jennifer

Don’t hesitate to stay here

10/10

Exceptional

31 Aug 2025

Noah

Amazing location, great room, great breakfast, and incredibly convenient parking. One of my favourite hotels I’ve stayed in, it made my visit to York so much better.

Business_and_leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

31 Aug 2025

Lynda

Short break

Absolutely lovely stay
Staff so very friendly and helpful
We were in room 36 amd loved the views, the room and facilities
The rotting wooden window frame was a bit unpleasant to see though

Partner

8/10

Excellent

27 Aug 2025

Verified traveler

Hotel is in a fantastic location for the Minster and other city attractions. Our room was lovely, comfy, clean and lots of character. The only issue was the temperature and lack of air con. The hotel have kindly put one unit and a cool air blower in the room which was great during the day but too loud for sleeping so turned off at night. Slept with the windows open so sleep was disrupted due to city noise. Other than that great stay. Staff very helpful and polite.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

27 Aug 2025

Stephen

Great location, fabulous room, friendly and welcoming staff. Bed was a little soft/saggy for our liking, but otherwise the accommodation was excellent.

Leisure Partner

2/10

Poor

26 Aug 2025

Laura

The hotel feels very run-down, it needs a full renovation, particularly the rooms on the upper floors. The only real highlight is its location.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

25 Aug 2025

Flora

Very good location in center of York. Great view of York Minster. The family room is spacious for family of 5. Remodeled bathrooms with good shower facility.

The only downside is uneven hardwood floor makes noises. And less sound isolation. Mattress is too bouncy.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

18 Aug 2025

Heather

Right across the square from York Minster, close to local attractions and great staff.

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

11 Aug 2025

Ray

Not a bad hotel, party revellers spoiled the trip

Aircon vent pipe stuck outside through open single glazed window, not a good start, party revellers still having a blast in the street below at 3am also didnt help matters, whilst staff where working flat out reception isnt permanently staffed at certain times. Bathroom is a little small sink crammed in a corner, overall for the price just ok

Partner

8/10

Excellent

10 Aug 2025

Holly

Great location!

We enjoyed our stay at the Dean Court hotel. The location can't be beat! Walkable to everywhere and right next to the minster. A delicious breakfast was included as well. The room was comfortable and spacious for our family of 3. The staff were friendly and helpful. They even stores our bags for part of the day. The only negative was the moisture in the bathroom. There was black mold on the ceiling in a few places.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

06 Aug 2025

steven

Would highly recommend this hotel. Very close to old town and right across from the Minster. The room we had was very spacious (an upgrade). Very good value.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

06 Aug 2025

Jason

The valet parking was a great and convenient option

10/10

Exceptional

04 Aug 2025

Amanda

Absolutely beautiful. Wonderful views of York Minster from the hotel restaurant.

Leisure Family_with_children

6/10

Pleasant

03 Aug 2025

Andrew

Very convenient location.. however rooms small and basic.. breakfast adequate. No hotel laundry service.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

31 Jul 2025

Donald

Staff is very helpful and friendly. Dining menu is simple but food is excellent and not overly expensive

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

30 Jul 2025

Wendy

Near to everything.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

28 Jul 2025

Janet

Excellent Hotel good facilities friendly and helpful staff.

10/10

Exceptional

28 Jul 2025

Alistair

A Yorkshire treat.

Room very clean / bed comfortable / Food excellent though the breakfast menu was a little reduced from what I had read online e.g. lack of fish items (smoked haddock,etc.).
The staff were very friendly and helpful. A most enjoyable stay.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

22 Jul 2025

Tracey

Great stay

The hotel is in a great central location for walking. I woman at the front desk was just absolutely amazing. Friendly and helpful and a great sense of humor. Her name was Bee for short. The room was nice. The interesting part was the hotel is older and is not equipped with AC. They put portable AC units in the room and vent them thru the window. They also put an oscillating fan in the room as well. I was curious as to how this was going to play out. It went great. The room stayed cold. I mean cold not cool. We stayed in the summer months. The room was spacious, and bed was comfortable. So even with the window open slightly to allow venting from the AC we didn't get any street sounds up into the room. The area is quiet at night. No issues at all and they had black out curtains as well. Side note. The elevator is super small. 1 person and maybe 2 pieces of small luggage can fit in it. I had no issue with it buy my wife didn't care for it so used the stairs. No big deal it all. I personally thought it was somewhat interesting on a good note.

Friends_and_family Friends

8/10

Excellent

22 Jul 2025

Alexandra

The location can't be beat--right by the cathedral but not unduly noisy--and our room was on the street side.

The staff was pleasant but a bit inattentive, which perhaps cost them a few drinks we didn't order. The food was mediocre.

I like older hotels, so it doesn't bother me when the upgrades are a bit wonky. Our room had a slightly odd air-conditioning solution with a tube through the open window leaving a bit of a gap , but it worked just fine with no bugs coming in. Unfortunately it was right about the place where the staff would go to smoke, so several times a day we'd have 10 minutes of nicotine smell.

I'd previously stayed at Grays Court around the corner which is luxurious in service and fabulously quirky in rooms. Deans Court is not in their league, but it's a good lower cost alternative if location and some charm matter to you.