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York is one of the World's most famous cities

York is Capital of the North and Second City of the Realm and steeped in history.

York is a compact city surrounded by medieval walls, but because if its importance and popularity attracting thousands of visitors there are a number of hotels in York centre to choose from. Visitors come each year to view its magnificent cathedral as well as the myriad of museums and its splendid architecture.

York is renowned for its history, which is preserved in its architecture. Every year, thousands of tourists flock to see the surviving medieval buildings, interspersed with Roman and Viking remains. York is best-known as a tourist destination and, as well, is home to numerous Ghost Walks and a favourite venue for tourists. However tourists should not be put off by its popularity, as the city is well served by hotels in York centre. But modern York is also a centre of communications, education and manufacturing. It is a major railway junction, situated on the East Coast, Cross Country and Trans-Pennine mainlines.

Recommended Hotels in York

The Minster | High Quality Guest Accommodation
60 Bootham, York, YO30 7BZ

Tel: +44 (0)1904 621267
Fax: +44 (0)1904 654719
Web: www.yorkminsterhotel.co.uk
Email: enquiries@yorkminsterhotel.co.uk

The Blue Bridge | High Quality Guest Accommodation
Fishergate, York, YO10 4AP

Tel: +44 (0)1904 621193
Fax: +44 (0)1904 671571
Web: www.bluebridgehotel.co.uk
Email: enquiries@bluebridgehotel.co.uk

The St Denys | 3 Star Guest Accommodation
St Deny's Road, York, YO1 9QD

Tel: +44 (0)1904 622207
Fax: +44 (0)1904 624800
Web: www.stdenyshotel.co.uk
Email: enquiries@stdenyshotel.co.uk

The Flaxby Country Club (Grand opening in 2011)
Flaxby, Knaresborough, HG5 0RR

Web: www.theflaxby.com
Email: theflaxby@skelwithgroup.com