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Barbican House

4.0 star property
4-star guest house near Shambles

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed | Bathroom
Fireplace
Terrace/patio
Interior entrance
Double Room, 1 King Bed

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

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20 Barbican Road, York, England, YO10 5AA
  • Place, York Barbican
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, York City Walls
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Shambles
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford)
    ‪66 min drive‬

Room options

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Traditional Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Traditional Double Room, 1 Double Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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City Double Room, 1 Double Bed

City Double Room, 1 Double Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Traditional Double Room, 1 King Bed | Room amenity

Traditional Double Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, City View

Superior Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, City View

  • City view
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, City View

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Double Room, 1 King Bed

Double Room, 1 King Bed

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

York

City center stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Fishergate guesthouse, you'll find York City Walls and Shambles. York Minster and York Racecourse are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • York Barbican - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • York City Walls - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Jorvik Viking Centre - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Shambles - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • York Christmas Market - 11 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • York (QQY-York Train Station) - 10 min drive
  • Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Postern Gate - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Khao San Rd - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Rook & Gaskill - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Masons Arms - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Gatehouse Coffee - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Barbican House

4-star guest house near Shambles
Public spaces have free WiFi. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4-star York guesthouse is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1888
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • No smoking on site
Barbican House offers 9 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 17.50 per person

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children 9 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 9 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 17.50 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Discover, Diners Club, cash, and mobile payments.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

This property charges a fee for violations of their non-smoking policy.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Children 9 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Barbican House.

Property is also known as

Barbican House York
Barbican House Hotel York
Barbican House Guesthouse York
Barbican House Guesthouse
Barbican House York
Barbican House Guesthouse
Barbican House Guesthouse York

Frequently asked questions

How close is Barbican House to the airport?

Barbican House is 33.7 mi (67-min drive) away from the Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Barbican House?

As of Jun 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Barbican House on Jun 9, 2026 start from CA $189, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Barbican House have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Barbican House.

Does Barbican House offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Barbican House, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 17.50 per person. It's available every day from 8 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Barbican House?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at Barbican House?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Barbican House?

This guesthouse offers free self parking.

Does Barbican House have a pool?

Barbican House does not have a pool.

Does Barbican House have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is Barbican House to downtown York?

Barbican House is 0.6 mi away from York.

Barbican House Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 142 out of 176 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 30 out of 176 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 176 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 176 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 176 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room, great location, kind and friendly host.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

john melvyn

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
room ok staff good but no food in hotel
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location , very friendly , welcoming and great breakfast thank you
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our host was extremely helpful, courteous and an absolute pleasure. The room was clean, comfortable with everything we needed and breakfast was plentiful and tasty. The location was great - close to the city centre and the Barbican, which is why we chose it. We would definitely stay there again if we were overnighting in York.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katreena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property in a great location.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clive

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Higly recommended, excellent service, very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

D

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best hotel in York

Brilliant host, comfortable room and excellent breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A really nice place to stay very close to the Centre of York. The owners are really friendly, we will definitely return.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amelia Jane Delarosbel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The host was very kind and helpful. The Barbican is located just outside the wall, which is brilliant, as inside the walls is quite noisy until very late. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast was very good . Room was spotless.10 mins walk to city centre . Very close to Barbican centre . Great choice of recommended restaurants we went to thai tapas khaosan road again very good .The owners were very nice and went out of their way to help. Will be booking next trip to york
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Grant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful property and terrific owners.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff helped us get the car parked early in the day before check-in, so we could explore York. The location was fantastic, and the room was clean and adequate.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

York stay

Lovely hosts, super clean and comfy rooms. Excellent breakfasts, and conveniently situated. Couldn't have asked for anything more
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The people were very welcoming & helpful. Breakfast was beautifully cooked and served. Very clean and comfortable. A thoroughly enjoyable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing place

Barbican House was amazing, the owners were very friendly and very helpful. The breakfast was beautiful so much that we ordered it for our second morning as well. The room was a lovely size and beds were very comfy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cosy and clean rooms; kind and very helpful host; Lovely breakfast in a nicely decorated dining room. In general, we were happy with everything.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Muhammad Sabeel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely accommodation in a charming house

Lovely family-run B&B, walking distance from the city center. They were kind, helpful & accommodating to our early bag drop-off too. The room is spotless, comfortable & I would return for sure!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location

The guest house is perfect location for York centre and the host was very friendly and helpful room was spacious and had very good choice of facilities compared to hotels where limited choice if tea and coffee in room and also bathroom even had ear buds for example we would definitely stay here again if visiting York
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The host was genial, interesting, helpful and welcoming. The excellent service ethos was impressive. The room and breakfast were excellent and restaurant recommendations were most helpful. We would happily return to this lovely B&B.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly host, very close to the Barbican Centre. We will be back next time we go to a concert.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

York Visit!

Visiting York for the weekend. Fantastic room with great views. Very comfortable!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mrs Lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful hosts, breakfast and room

A wonderful old home ... family hosts...all attention to details met. Durga and his wife served a delicious breakfast in English style.Room was relatively small as most are but very comfortable with an opening window.. recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamillah

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a wonderful guest house. Our beautiful room overlooked the city walls and gate. We had great beds and were within a short walk to the city center. Durga, the owner, ensured we had all that we needed, including a place to park. We would happily stay here again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Randy and Joyce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
we found the property spotlessly clean and the father and daughter team we interacted with to be very friendly and accommodating. Only criticism is that the bed was very soft and hammock-like.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024