Jorvik House Hotel - York
53.962244, -1.089449Overview
Boutique hotel in a 1750s building overlooking St Olaf's Church
Historical Setting & Location
Jorvik House Marygate York occupies a building dating back to the 1750s, directly overlooking the 11th-century church of St Olafs and the remains of St Mary's Abbey. The hotel sits opposite the entrance to Museum Gardens, a 5-minute walk through the park leads to York Minster and the city's shopping district. York Rail Station is a 10-minute walk away, and the river walk is at the end of the street.
Rooms & Design
Each room at Jorvik House in York is individually designed to reflect York's Viking heritage, with Scandinavian-inspired décor and Egyptian cotton sheets. Rooms include en-suite facilities with either a bath and shower over or a walk-in shower, plus complimentary toiletries from luxury brands. The Loft Suite offers a view over Museum Gardens, and Room 20 features a stand-alone bath in front of the window.
Amenities & Services
The hotel provides a 24-hour front desk, express check-in/check-out, and a concierge service for recommendations on local dining and attractions. A bar on-site serves drinks, and a well-stocked minibar is available in every room with reasonably priced snacks and beverages. Jorvik House offers a designated smoking area, 24-hour security with CCTV, and key card access for guest safety.
Dining & Breakfast
Breakfast at Jorvik House is served as a continental basket delivered to the room, with options including bacon sandwiches, cereal, and compote ordered the night before. The hotel does not have a dining room, but a list of nearby vegetarian and gluten-free eateries is provided to guests. A pub serving food is a short walk away, and many cafes are within 5 minutes through Museum Gardens.
Nearby Attractions & Activities
Museum Gardens, York Minster, and the National Railway Museum are all within walking distance of Jorvik House York. The hotel is adjacent to Marygate car park, a 2-minute walk, and offers easy access to river cruises and walks along the Ouse. For business travelers, the 24-hour front desk and express services support short trips, and group events such as weddings or stag parties can be arranged.
- Location: Opposite Museum Gardens, 5 min walk to York Minster and shopping district
- Rooms: Individually designed rooms with Viking heritage décor and Egyptian cotton sheets
- Dining: Continental breakfast delivered to room; local pub and cafes within 5 min walk
- Historical: 1750s building overlooking St Olaf's Church and St Mary's Abbey remains
- Service: 24-hour front desk, express check-in/check-out, and concierge recommendations
Rooms and availability
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Max:2 persons
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 Queen Size Bed
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed
Facilities
Main facilities
24-hour reception
24-hour security
Bar/ Lounge area
Welcome drink
Flat-screen TV
Electric kettle
Express check-in/ -out
Services
- Housekeeping
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Bar/ Lounge area
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Room view
- Bay view
- With view
Room features
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Dressing area
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Essential information about Jorvik House Hotel
| 💵 Lowest room price | 104 US$ |
| 📏 Distance to center | 100 yd |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 31.4 mi |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Leeds Bradford, LBA |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants
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