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Reviews of The Townhouse Central York

96 Union Terrace, York, YO31 7ES, United Kingdom

#16 of 84 B&Bs and Inns in York

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 128 hotel reviews

9.3

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.6

  • Comfort

    9.5

  • Location

    9.4

  • Facilities

    9.3

  • Staff

    9.6

  • Value for money

    9.2

  • Free WiFi

    9.4

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  • Reviewed: 6 May 2024

    10
    Comfy room for a busy tourist!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The stairs are steep and after a long day of walking, the last trek to my bed was tough! A small table would be ideal!

    The location was ideal with a bus stop out in front! Peter was there to greet us and was like a genie answering our questions!

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 April 2024

    10
    Comfortable and spacious room for a relaxing stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Excellent location, less than 10 minute stroll, past a lovely little fairtrade shop, to Bootham Bar (and access inside the Walls) and a recommended Nepalese restaurant. There was sufficient on-street parking, with permit arranged by the host. Comfortable room and bed, with a handy fridge and coffee-making facilities. We appreciated the plastic plates, bowls, cutlery and glasses available from the Snug and could pop to Co-op round the corner for fresh croissants etc for breakfast or for a snack dinner. The host was attentive to maintain the shared bathroom and washed dishes left in the Snug (thank you!) but left our room undisturbed. Highly recommended.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 April 2024

    9.0
    Great find and pleased we booked
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Shower
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Low ceiling in ensuite but aware in the details.

    Great location, friendly host

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 April 2024

    10
    Beautifully clean townhouse in a quiet road within easy walking distance of York's main sights
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I found it challenging sharing a bathroom with visitors in another room, as it wasn't always available when I wanted to use it, but as we were out a lot of the time it didn't impact our enjoyment of the stay. Also, there were a few creaky floorboards that made it difficult to creep around the room and not disturb my friend when I woke up much earlier than she did, but again this wasn't an issue that affected how much we enjoyed our stay!

    Beautifully clean and warm room in a lovely townhouse. The twin beds were really comfortable and it was great to have a kettle and fridge in the room. The host, Peter, was very friendly and welcoming and clearly takes great care of the property. We stayed over Easter and it was a nice touch leaving a little chocolate egg for each of us alongside the biscuits on the tea/coffee tray. There was a Co-op conveniently located right near the property for any supplies, and it was an easy walk to get into the heart of the city and see the sights of York. Peter arranged an electronic permit for us to park in the street right near the house and there were plenty of spaces available when we arrived. The shared bathroom was kept clean throughout our stay and had a fantastic shower (also a bath, but we didn't use this). I would definitely recommend the property and I'd stay here if I visited York again.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 February 2024

    9.0
    Very relaxing
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Shower
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not a lot

    Fantastic stay in York great city full of history and great night life. Our hotel was right in the middle of the city. I would highly recommend anyone to stay at the townhouse great place

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 February 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Shower
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I didn't mind, but it might be good to know that it is two flights of narrow stair up so elderly people with a lot of luggage will struggle. The shower was a bit tricky at times though 😅

    Everything was great! The location is close to town but in a calm part of town! 😊

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 December 2023

    10
    Liverpool ladies
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double Room with Shower
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No dislikes at all.

    It's a beautiful house. Warm + comfortable , well maintained.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 December 2023

    10
    Peter was a great host - milk in fridge and Christmas chocolates waiting for us on arrival in our room. Wouldn’t hesita
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We were more than happy with everything.

    Room comfortable and clean. Location was just right for an enjoyable weekend away.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 December 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bathroom got a bit congested at times and the plug disappeared the second day but never asked the owner as it was very late at night and didnt want to disturb. WiFi signal was low. Expensive but what do you expect for York.

    Brilliant Location and the Owner was in constant communication to ensure our stay was nice. Parking was easy and free. House was stunning, nicely decorated and very characterfull.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 November 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Very clean great location

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 September 2023

    10
    Really clean and up to date.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Liked it all

    Lovely and welcoming. Bright and airy. Very clean and comfortable. Great location. Host really thoughtful. Bathroom excellent, didn’t really notice you were sharing

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 August 2023

    9.0
    Perfect location and nice room for a perfect holiday!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Shower
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing bad if I am honest. I would like if the check out was a little bit later than 10.00am but we knew from the beginning so not a big issue at all.

    The location was perfect, just 13 minutes walking from all the touristic atractions. The room was very nice and cossy and we have doughnuts as welcoming gift from Peter. He is very helpful and send us message to know if we were doing ok. Perfect for a weekend in York. All perfect.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 15 August 2023

    10
    Well received with a nice touch of doughnuts. Very nice property for a short stay and heat location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Shower
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Very well maintained and excellent host

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 June 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great location, walking distance to all attractions and restaurants. Nice clean room and bathroom (was shared) . Access to the garden.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 May 2023

    10
    Friendly host Peter, very clean guest house, walk into city, easy parking, highly recommend.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Nothing to dislike.

    Peter greeted me on arrival & took my luggage up one floor to my room. He showed me around & made me a cappucino while I settled in. :) The room was spotlessly clean, mini fridge w/a bottle of milk which was a first for me (better than those little milk capsules). Tea, coffee,hot chocolate on supply plus a delicious biscuit.The shared bathroom was modern w/a large bath & separate shower. I never had to wait to use the bathroom even though the room next door was occupied. Short walk into the city of York. Supermarket 100m away, cafes & restaurants one street over. Quiet street w/easy parking outside (permit lodged by Peter). View over backyards, saw Peter's dog Yoda playing - I never heard Yoda barking (just in case this may worry you). I loved the cherry toilet brush and stand, never seen one before :)

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 April 2023

    10
    would visit again
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Shower
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    toilet is a bit small but good

    good value for money

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 15 March 2023

    9.0
    Clean, Comfortable, Convenient
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The only slight problem was the noise from the mini fridge. A light sleeper may find it hard to get to sleep in that room.

    The accommodation was very clean, and I felt comfortable and safe during my entire stay. Peter, the host, was very communicative and made sure that all our needs were met. The room was well-equipped, with fantastic options on the TV (Netflix, Prime, Samsung Plus, and more). I was also impressed by the fresh milk kept in a glass bottle in the room's mini-fridge, which was a nice touch. The complimentary parking was very conveniently located and I didn't need to worry about my car. Finally, it is only a 10-15 minute walk from the centre of town and many of York's main attractions.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 March 2023

    9.0
    Great
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Great room everything you would need, very clean and great location

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 February 2023

    8.0
    This was a well priced solution to our accommodation needs within easy reach of City centre.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights

    It's diificult to think of anything that might have improved our experience given that we were more than satisfied with the accommodation. There was not anything that we didn't like.

    We booked this accommodation as a base for a couple of nights in York. As such it suited us that catering was not available and the provision of coffee etc was all we needed. We were advised about location of local stores. For what we required this accommodation ticked all the boxes.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 February 2023

    10
    Ideal place to visit york
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Shower
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Having to go home again.

    The cleanliness, the location, Peter the owner could not do enough to make our stay really nice. A simple hassle free way to visit york

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 February 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Generally was good, just that I had a bit of trouble adjusting the shower tempurature. Think it was was me not knowing how it operates the switch or something. But the bathroom was really clean and neat at all times whenever I used it..Amazing. Tks.

    Very good location, easy access to the old town in a quiet neoghbouthood. The host is friendly and ready to help. The place usvery clean and comfy.

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 29 January 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Lovely decoration in room and really clean house

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 January 2023

    9.0
    Homely!
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I was made to feel welcome before I even arrived, then upon arrival encountered a very accommodating proprietor and a warm, homely guest house. Although the check-in time was stated as later than my arrival, I was able to check-in and unpack a bit without delay. I am accustomed to en-suites but there was no issue whatsoever with the shared bathroom as it was always available when we required it and was spotless.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 January 2023

    9.0
    Great central place for a long weekend.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Shower
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing.

    Central location, very welcoming and lovely host. It was my partners birthday and Peter put up a birthday banner and some balloons for me before our arrival.

    Stayed in December 2022

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