45 Main Street, Fulford, United Kingdom | (888) 962-8097
Quiet location in Fulford, a 10-minute drive from York city center
Convenient park-and-ride bus service right outside the hotel
Historic hotel with English country decor and tranquil gardens
Cozy, classically decorated rooms; some with lovely garden views
All rooms include flat-screen TVs and electric kettles
Apartments with kitchenettes are also available
Traditional brasserie and bar; limited room service hours
Excellent English breakfast and continental buffet for a fee
Spacious function rooms for wedding and corporate events
Cozy lounge with free daily newspapers and a fireplace
Free on-site parking and Wi-Fi
Electric car charging point
Full-board rates available
A 10-minute drive from the city center (pro for some)
No leisure or fitness facilities
No air-conditioning in rooms
Free parking spaces are limited
This three-pearl, 62-room country house hotel is located in Fulford, a quiet area just outside of York's ancient city walls. Once home to composer John Barry, the hotel has some interesting history and a typically English feel, with period features and tranquil gardens. Rooms are decorated in a simple country style, and all include flat-screen TVs and electric kettles, but no air-conditioning. Some ground floor rooms open out onto picturesque courtyards, and four-poster beds add more charm in certain units. Facilities are simple, including a traditional brasserie, cozy lounge, and bar serving local specialities. There are several function and meeting rooms, but no leisure and fitness facilities. Wi-Fi is free throughout the property. Travelers preferring a central location should consider Middletons Hotel instead, which adds fitness facilities and a pool.
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Scene
Traditionally restored country house in picturesque gardens
This historic hotel is a peaceful retreat away from York's bustling city center. It's small, quiet, and decorated in a classic country style that feels quintessentially English. The property dates back to 1785 and has plenty of interesting history. It was once home to Bond-film composer John Barry, who lived there as a child. There are numerous references to Barry throughout the hotel, as framed photographs deck the hallways.Otherwise, decor includes checked carpets, floral curtains, classic oil portraits, and smooth leather Chesterfield armchairs. A cozy lounge is quiet and a great place to sip a morning coffee, and there's an open log fire for cold winter evenings. The hotel's tranquil gardens and courtyards are lovely in the summer months, providing plenty of shady places to sit and relax. Overall, the hotel has a romantic atmosphere that attracts couples and wedding parties, though business travelers also stay here during the week.
Location
In Fulford, a 10-minute drive from the city center
The Best Western York Pavilion Hotel is located in Fulford, a historic village on the outskirts of York. The site of an 11th-century battle, it's a quiet area that's ideal for anyone preferring to be away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Central shops, restaurants, and attractions can all be reached in around 10 minutes by car, or 35 minutes by foot for those who don't mind a long stroll. For anyone walking, there's a lovely tree-lined path that runs alongside the banks of the River Ouse. The hotel has convenient access to public transport with park-and-ride bus service located right outside the hotel. Popular attractions inside the city walls include Minster Cathedral, Clifford's Tower, York Castle Museum, and The Shambles, a famous 14th-century street popular with fans of Harry Potter. Other attractions include the JORVIK Viking Center, Museum Gardens, and the York Maze. The 18-hole Fulford Golf Course is a five-minute drive away, while York Racecourse is a 10-minute drive. York's main railway station is a 10-minute drive from the hotel, while Leeds Bradford International Airport is around a 15-minute drive.
Rooms
Simple, classically decorated rooms; some with garden views, but all lack air-conditioning
The hotel has a total of 62 rooms, all of which are individually decorated in a classic country style that keeps with the character of the hotel. Think: creamy tones, carpeted floors, floral curtains, patterned fabrics, and simple pale wood furniture. Some rooms offer lovely views of the surrounding gardens, and a few ground-floor rooms open out onto a pretty courtyard. Although most rooms are fairly basic, they're all cozy and clean, with modern amenities. Standard features include flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, electric kettles, phones, safes, hairdryers, and ironing facilities, but there are no mini-fridges. Rooms also lack air-conditioning and can feel stuffy in the summer months. Standing fans are provided. The hotel offers a variety of room types, ranging from smaller Standard Rooms to larger units with extra living space and grand four-poster beds. King-size beds are also available, and there are two spacious apartments with kitchenettes designed for long-stay guests. Bathrooms are basic and some are on the small side, but all are clean and include shower/tub combos and free toiletries. Due to the hotel's peaceful location, most rooms are quiet, though back-facing rooms get less road noise.
Features
Excellent brasserie and bar, cozy lounge, multiple event spaces, free parking, and free Wi-Fi
The Best Western York Pavilion Hotel offers guests some attractive facilities, but like most three-pearl properties there's no fitness or leisure facilities. The hotel has an excellent brasserie that's popular with locals as well as hotel guests, serving traditional fare in a bright atrium-style setting. Guests can dine in a traditional dining room, or alfresco in the courtyard. Breakfast is available for an additional fee, but this isn't expensive. It receives good reviews, consisting of a generous continental buffet as well as traditional cooked-to-order English breakfasts with eggs, bacon, and sausages. Full-board rates are available. There's a traditional bar serving local specialities, plus a cozy lounge with free daily newspapers, comfy armchairs, and an open log fire for the winter months. Lovely function rooms have classic interiors and period features, and there are several oak-paneled meeting rooms for corporate events. Many weddings are hosted at the property, and there's an outdoor courtyard that's great in the summer. Other services include a 24-hour front desk, concierge, room service (limited hours), electric car charging point, and free Wi-Fi. Free parking is available, but spaces are limited.
