Reviews of The Bar Convent Guest House 3 stars

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

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.

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!

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

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

Pleasant stay , friendly staff

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

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

Location great just outside city walls near railway station room a bit on the small side breakfast was good could sit outside in garden

small room buzzing noise during the night

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

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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.

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All round Every thing was. Ok

Nothing

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

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

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

Early checkout at 10am but not an issue

Location, building, concept

Room could have been cleaner. A lot of dust in skirting boards and ensuite surfaces. Breakfast poor choice and quality.