Excellent hotel. Very clean and well maintained, lovely rooms and friendly staff. Location is near to city centre. Great spread for a continental breakfast.

Stayed in August 2025

The window in the shower room compromised my privacy. Next to the sink, my shower room - which looked out over the glass atrium of an internal courtyard, with windows opposite - had a multi-paned sash window opening only at the bottom, with frosted glass in each of the panes. However, one pane had a clear glass panel at crutch level and was situated right next to the basin and in direct line with the toilet! Somebody had previously attempted to obscure this clear pane with several strips of masking tape, but these strips were obviously old, and were falling off! I attempted to stick them back on to obscure any sight line into my shower room, but was unsuccessful, and one strip fell off completely. This made me feel extremely vulnerable given the windows opposite, even though they appeared to have internal wooden slatted blinds that were shut, and I felt obliged to make a point of not using the bathroom with the light on, and ensuring that I was wearing something at all times while in line with this clear pane of glass. I have suggested to the Manager of the Bar Convent Guest House, James, that one can obtain frosted sticky back plastic from the internet which can be cut to size and applied easily to obscure glass. It is really unacceptable that guests staying in this particular room have reason to fear that their privacy is compromised by this clear pane of glass, and low-opening sash window, while using its en-suite shower room. The hanging space of the wardrobe was rather too short for women’s dresses. I also found the lift, which rattled and juddered as it ascended and descended, and had an arm chair in it (to try to stabilise it, perhaps?) was rather alarming!

I liked almost everything EXCEPT the en-suite shower room window and lift. The single room I had (St Aelred?) was blissfully quiet, despite my having the windows open given the summer temperatures and the guest house being on a busy main road (although my room did face the other way). The included continental breakfast was superb, with choices not only of home-made granola, but also cheese, yoghurt, gluten-free cereals, crumpets, toast, croissants, grapefruit segments and - best of all - summer fruit salad of strawberries, blackcurrants, raspberries, blackberries, etc, plus two good cups of coffee or tea, and the option of dairy-free milk. Near the very comfortable room, there was a well-equipped small self-catering kitchen for simple ad hoc meals, with a microwave, crockery, cutlery, as well as a washing machine, dryer, iron and ironing board. But the fridge was rather on the tiny side if more than a very few people wish to take advantage of its storage. The dining facilities and tranquil garden were also wonderful. The cotton bedlinen and two pillows provided were most welcome, and the shower was a comfortable size.

Stayed in August 2025

wasn't clear that the cooked breakfast needed to be paid for if you went through bookings,com and free if you went direct but good breakfast

room well sound proofed with good thick curtains, a variety of pillows available as well as air con when hot. room spacious water hot and even a non slip mat available for the shower. great all round

Stayed in August 2025

Slightly uncomfortable room due to being too warm , to be expected during summer! , but this is a minor criticism.

Pleasant stay , friendly staff

Stayed in August 2025

I love the chapel and being to spend time there praying just before bedtime. It was so special to me.

Stayed in August 2025

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The location is fab. Great if you’re coming by train. Close to all amenities and lots to do around York

Stayed in August 2025

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Having stayed here 3 times now, I know the value. Pleasant staff, quiet and comfortable surroundings and excellent location. Nothing not to to appreciate.

Stayed in August 2025

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All round Every thing was. Ok

Stayed in August 2025

Single bed was small but given the room size expected. Lack of parking given the astronomical parking charges in local sites.

Location excellent, access good via room card. Continental breakfast very good and the staff very friendly and helpful.

Stayed in August 2025

Early checkout at 10am but not an issue

Everything Staff very friendly and go out of their way to make your stay amazing

Stayed in August 2025

I had a pleasant stay at the Bar Convent. The room was clean and tastefully decorated. Staff were kind and friendly. It’s close to both the station and the city center but it’s quiet at night. I highly recommend visiting its exhibition too. Learning about the history of the building made my trip to York more special. I hope to come back here on another occasion.

Stayed in August 2025

Only issue I had was I was on the top floor and the lift didnt go past the second floor but the room was lovely and the stairs were fine it was only an issue lugging my suitcase up and down

Amazing place to stay right in city centre and easy walk into the heart if the city or scenic walk along the city walls towards the minster! I loved that there was a self catering space as ive never seen this before in a hotel and it meant i saved a lot of money not eating out every night!

Stayed in August 2025

Always too expensive in this country... I did not expect to pay as much as I did. Also, the booking said breakfast is included and had mentioned English breakfast somewhere. But of course in the morning the lady told me she has us down for Continental breakfast. It wasn't too bad for Continental, but we were looking forward to the English breakfast. We paid another £8 each to get that.

Lovely staff The room was very clean The heritage building was lovely to walk around, the history that had happened there could be felt in every corner It has a beautiful garden, very serene I also loved that we had control of the AC in our room The shower water was warm and lovely For the old building the facilities were very clean, comfortable and well-renovated

Stayed in August 2025

Our room was on 2 floors, with the shower room and separate toilet down a flight of stairs, a potential hazard in the night. The road into the city was rather run down. I wouldn't feel very safe walking along this road alone on a dark night.

Only a few minutes walk from the station. Air conditioning in the bedroom. Lift to all floors. Beautiful secluded peaceful garden. Good choice for continental breakfast. Secure luggage store. Easy 15 min walk into the city centre. Hop on hop off bus stop is nearby.

Stayed in August 2025

No children's menu. Although the lovely waitress said 'we'll do fish fingers and chips for them.Their meals we're lovely, but we were charged adult price! Continental breakfast was excellent , served in the beautiful dining room. However, cooked breakfast extra charge. This was not made clear on booking.I was satisfied with my Continental, but think greater clarification needed .

As already stated it was an excellent stay and highly recommend.

Stayed in August 2025

There was a device below the window that was very noisy so it was difficult to sleep at night. On the other hand, the Wi-Fi signal was very weak.

The location of the guest house was excellent, just a stone throw from the train station. The room was big and comfortable and the breakfast was very good.

Stayed in August 2025

Continental breakfast is provided but choices of food are quite limited - no meat (ham)and cheese provided..

Location is good. Room is spacious and clean. There is a kitchen area for self catering and laundry.

Stayed in August 2025

Nicely renovated but bedroom was very small but with a lovely bathroom.

Loved the history of the convent, the secret chapel and the covered restaurant.

Stayed in August 2025

Nothing!

Spotlessly clean, modern facilities Quiet and comfortable at night Great breakfast Good location close to train station Friendly staff Excellent value for money

Stayed in June 2025

my room was close to a noisy elevator

good value for money

Stayed in August 2025

Breakfast was fine

Stayed in August 2025

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I had a vey friendly and helpful welcome. The hotel has charm in abundance and is well located to explore York. Great room. Nice and quiet. And breakfast great. Super value for money.

Stayed in August 2025

Can’t think of anything!

Very comfortable with super friendly staff. Great location close to station and one of the main routes into the centre of York

Stayed in August 2025

Nothing I can think of.

Loverly property with a ln interesting history.

Stayed in June 2025