About this property
Situated in the heart of York, The Bar Convent Guest House is only a 15-minute minute walk from the city centre and just over 300 metres from York Railway Station. The Grade I listed building offers an exhibition on the history of the site, a garden and free WiFi. All of our rooms have en-suite facilities and also enjoy the use of our newly renovated guest kitchen and sitting area. Breakfast is served in the on-site café, where guests may enjoy a well-stocked continental buffet breakfast including fresh fruit, pastries, toast and cereals or upgrade to our award-winning full English breakfast. Breakfast is served until 10:00 on a weekend, and until 9.30 from Monday to Friday. Many historic sites can be visited within York’s city centre, such as York Minister - one of the largest Gothic cathedrals in Europe. Clifford’s Tower, York Dungeon and the National Railway Museum are also on offer.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Lift
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Tracy
United Kingdom
“Friendly & welcoming, with a good selection in the continental breakfast. Would definitely stay again” - Vincent
United Kingdom
“Great location. Lovely room and facilities, really friendly and helpful” - Wendy
United Kingdom
“The building was amazing and extremely interesting. Perfect location, from the railway station in a few minutes to crossing through the gate into York city centre. Perfect for a stroll along the river too. All staff were all very helpful. Room...” - Jenny
United Kingdom
“A beautiful building with so much character Lovely staff -exceptional breakfast” - Robert
United Kingdom
“Location History of building Most staff friendly Clean” - Bernadette
United Kingdom
“The location was excellent, the building was amazing. Reception was like a stunning sunroom. Our room was quiet, peaceful and spotlessly clean.” - Gabriel
Italy
“Great hotel, next to the train station, 10 min walking from York city center. Amazing and friendly staff, good breakfast.” - Ye
Singapore
“The staffs are very friendly. The room is clean and tidy. Very near to the York station” - Jane
United Kingdom
“Great location. Very welcoming. Rooms are spacious, clean & comfortable. Ample choice on the continental breakfast & from the kitchen. Good choice on the lunch menu also with quality food.” - Peta
Australia
“Staff were super friendly and helpful. The room, albeit tiny with a really small door (I mean, it is a convent), was really clean and comfortable and the bathroom was amazing. I had the continental breakfast which was extremely satisfying. I would...”

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Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.




The fine print
Check-in is from 15:00 until 00:00 unless by prior arrangement.
Please note, this property is unable to accommodate stag and hen parties or similar groups. Please note that our Superior Single Rooms are on a floor accessed by a narrow staircase and there is no lift service.
Please inform The Bar Convent Guest House in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).
In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property can only accept bookings from essential workers/permitted travellers, during dates where such guidelines exist. Reasonable evidence must be provided on arrival. If it isn't provided, your booking will be cancelled on arrival.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.