16 Pavement, York, YO1 9UP, United Kingdom
#42 of 104 hotels in York
Guests' ChoiceBased on 902 hotel reviews
8.8Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.9
Location
9.8
Facilities
8.8
Staff
9.4
Value for money
8.4
Free WiFi
8.3
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 30 January 2024
Becky
United KingdomNothing
Very friendly staff very clean and spacious room really enjoyed our stay thanks guys
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 24 January 2024
Shaun
United KingdomHad to move tables and bedside tables to turn the lamps off. (If there was a switch on the lamp, i couldn't find it)
Rooms were very clean and the staff were friendly. Bed was comfortable and the room was a really good size.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 18 January 2024
Sandra
United KingdomAll was good Our only recommendation is that we would of liked a little light/lamp in the corner so we could see a bit better when making a cuppa- and we would recommend a bigger cup to have the cuppa in. Facilities were amazing though with everything you need
What a fabulous place to stay, the pub is buzzing all day long even on a cold day in January which was when we stayed. Loved the quirky gothic style room we stayed in. Staff are so friendly and nothing is a problem We will most definitely be back!
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 16 January 2024
Alison
United KingdomNothing to dislike
The character of the building and the bedrooms. Perfect location for the Shambles
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 5 January 2024
Louisa
United KingdomThat we were unable to stay longer. It was like leaving a fairytale to go back to reality.
Everything. Super friendly staff. Wonderfully relaxed atmosphere. Comfy beds. Great bathroom. Brilliant facilities, over and above. Iron, ironing board, coffees, cookies, hairdryer, heaters, fans...you name it. Additional company in our room too who were also incredibly chatty and convivial, even though we couldn't see them 😉
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 2 January 2024
Sheila
United KingdomNothing liked everything
Loved everything about the golden fleece from start to finish will deffo stop again
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 29 December 2023
Julie
United KingdomI think a little sprucing up in the bars would make a real difference, it’s a bit grubby (sorry)
The place is so old, it’s lovely to stay in because of the history of the building. The staff were really lovely! The Minster suite was beautiful
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 18 December 2023
Markusy
FinlandNothing that comes to mind
Location
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 16 December 2023
Daniel
United KingdomGreat location.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 13 December 2023
Lisa
United KingdomThere was nothing not to like. Everything was great and I’ll definitely be coming again.
The location, staff and accommodation.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 13 December 2023
Catherine
AustraliaLocation was great. Room was warm, clean and comfortable, breakfast was awesome but the staff actually made the stay perfect.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 11 December 2023
Silkiesandselkies
United KingdomWith being a very busy pub with live music every night it can be a bit noisy until quite late but that's to be expected, if you book a pub stay and complain about something like that you're just silly.
A beautiful, historic place to stay. The bed was very comfy and the rooms were lovely and warm and beautifully decorated. The staff were super friendly and the breakfast was great. The location is ideal for pretty much everything in York.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 9 December 2023
Karl
United KingdomNothing really,can be a little noisy but is above a pub.
Great old building,in a good location in the heart of york, car park around the corner, and the bar is open late so you can enjoy your day out and have a little drink before bed.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 9 December 2023
Emma
United KingdomIt was a quirky/unique fantastic location room that was spotless. Staff were very friendly and able to get in and out anytime of the day and night as they gave you key food, and breakfast was very pleasant to would definitely stay again
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 29 November 2023
Ruth
United KingdomEverything nice breakfast
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 29 November 2023
Diana
United KingdomI really can’t say anything bad about it
It’s so unique and amazing … the pub its self is so busy because it’s so different. I took my friend for a nights stay for her 50th birthday…. Should have stayed 2 days…. We had McDonalds in bed at 1am … how cool is that …. The food was amazing at the pub recomend a lunch meal …. The pub history is amazing… love it
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 26 November 2023
Joanne
United KingdomNothing it was perfect
Lovely welcoming was in the shambles room are stay was lovely we will be back 😊
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 25 November 2023
Danibearcanada
United KingdomNothing not to dislike. As it is a very old and historic hotel, you stay here for the ambience.
The Golden Fleece has the best location for the Christmas market and Shambles. A 5 min walk to York Minister and 15-20 min walk to the train station. Stonebow and Monk’s Cross bus stops are a 4 min stroll near the pub. The food is great and pub is always busy with people waiting to see a ghost or two. The staff are friendly and hospitable. The bathroom is very spacious in the deluxe room with the separate bedroom even bigger. A great place to stay in the summer to take in all that York has to offer.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 23 November 2023
Judith
United KingdomThe staining on the wall from a previous leak above our beds. The front door being difficult to open . No staff on the premises during the night .
The age and it’s history .
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 23 November 2023
Wendy
United KingdomNothing tbh enjoyed our stay 😌
Great location 👌 pub was buzzing great atmosphere, live music every night which was fab! Room very spacious and creepy as expected 😳 also encountered a strange experience first night 🙈 very weird!
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 19 November 2023
Steve
United KingdomThe bar prices were expensive but I suppose it was in a city centre location so you expect to pay a bit more
Everything, a lovely old building.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 18 November 2023
Baldwin
United KingdomJust the heating made very loud noise and went off had to use electric heater , other then that all good
Lovely oldie pub ,lots off history,
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 17 November 2023
Donna
United KingdomThat we couldn’t afford to stay longer.
We liked the atmosphere, friendly staff, character and charm of the building and features. We like that the pub has kept many of its original features and that its decor is in keeping with its age.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 13 November 2023
Karen
United KingdomBedroom could have done with redecoration as plaster coming of walls,having said that extremely old building and maybe it's an on going problem, unfortunately fire alarm went off and we were stood outside for about 25 mins but this wasn't hotel staff fault and they were great
Fantastic location ,amazing staff and good food,really old building
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 10 November 2023
Ruth
United KingdomBreakfast slow
Brilliant room Brilliant service 👏
Stayed in November 2023
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