Vacation packages
Stays
Cars
Flights
Support
AARP Member Savings
My Trips
AARP.org
Join
Renew

Ascot House

4.0 star property
Guesthouse with free breakfast, near Shambles

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Ascot House

Double Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom
Interior
Lounge
Exterior
Restaurant
Ascot House in Layerthorpe offers breakfast and free WiFi to all guests. Enjoy the outdoor tennis court on site, with York St. John University and the historic Shambles nearby. Guests praise the helpful staff, morning meals, and convenient location.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Sep 11 - Sep 12
Check availability for tonight Sep 11 - Sep 12

Tomorrow

Sep 12 - Sep 13
Check availability for tomorrow Sep 12 - Sep 13
Available filters for rooms
Showing 5 of 5 rooms

View all photos for Twin Room, Ensuite

Twin Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom

Twin Room, Ensuite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Desk
Wardrobe or closet
Pet friendly
  • 13 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Triple Room, Ensuite

Triple Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom

Triple Room, Ensuite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Heating
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Desk
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Ensuite

Superior Double Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom

Superior Double Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Heating
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Double Room, Ensuite

Double Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom

Double Room, Ensuite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Heating
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Desk
  • 13 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Suite, Ensuite

1 bedroom

Suite, Ensuite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Heating
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Wardrobe or closet
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

You may also like

Ad
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Holiday Inn Express York by IHG

York
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, 1,001 reviews
Holiday Inn Express York by IHG

About the neighborhood

Map
80 East Parade, York, England, YO31 7YH

What's nearby

  • York St. John University - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Shambles - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • York Minster - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • York Christmas Market - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Jorvik Viking Centre - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • York Station - 9 min drive
  • Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Black Swan Inn - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪St Anthony's Hall Garden - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Black Horse - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Ascot House

Upscale guesthouse near Shambles
Close to York Minster, Ascot House provides amenities like free breakfast. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • An outdoor tennis court and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast, helpful staff, and location

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available

Things to do

  • Outdoor tennis court

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
This property is professionally cleaned

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Ascot House
Ascot House York
Ascot York
Ascot House Hotel York
Ascot House Guesthouse York
Ascot House Guesthouse York
Ascot House Guesthouse
Ascot House York
Guesthouse Ascot House York
York Ascot House Guesthouse
Guesthouse Ascot House
Ascot House York
Ascot House Guesthouse
Ascot House Guesthouse York

Frequently asked questions

Is Ascot House pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Ascot House?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Ascot House?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ascot House?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Ascot House located?

Located in Layerthorpe, this guesthouse is within 1 mi (2 km) of New School House Gallery, Shambles, and York Minster. Richard III Museum and York St. John University are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Reviews

Ascot House Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.2

Eco-friendliness

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 316 out of 373 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 49 out of 373 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 373 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 373 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 373 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, good breakfast and short walk to city centre.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A very pretty hotel, majestic!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

FERNANDO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excelente room
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia McKallip

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place & easy walking distance to everything!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay and great service breakfast was excellent lovely propery
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Delores

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful house. Comfy and the breakfast was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Amenities
Beautiful building and decor. Great breakfast and service.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ernest

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We LOVED our stay in this BEAUTIFUL family-run hotel. Breakfasts were hearty and tasty. EXCELLENT ALL AROUND
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well located, very clean and well kept. Excellent breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel was in a good location. The staff were all very friendly and welcoming. Room was comfortable and clean and breakfast was excelent. Already planning next stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antony

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

2 night stay

Lovely clean place,amazing breakfast and only a 15min walk to the town centre. Perfect for our little break.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was amazing! We traveled England for 10 days and no place could touch the hospitality and breakfast that we had. Anybody who comes to York would love staying at this amazing home!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s an amazing place , b d super comfy and greeting was so welcoming . Lots of readily available local information
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful old house in a quiet area 15 minutes' walk from York city centre. Breakfasts are particularly good.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

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

little gem of a hotel

A wonderful hotel, spotlessly clean, a warm welcome and a delicious breakfast served by the cheeriest waitress we've ever encountered!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

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

Great stay

Fantastic, clean, good food, lovely family feel hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant stay in a convenient location and the staff were lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

A great location and friendly staff fab breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

keith

Liked: Amenities
Lovely old building with some lovely features 4 poster bed very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful building and lovely staff. Made to feel very welcome. Comfortable bed a great nights sleep. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dr

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely amazing experience❤️ friendly staff ❤️ yummy homey food and very generous . The owner came to say hello to all us and make sure everything is to our likings ❤️ will definitely coming back ❤️highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leighton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet area, beautiful room and the breakfast was superb.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very traditional Victorian B&B. Decorated in period style. Lovely comfy bed and excellent breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice, traditional guest house, loved everything about it, except for the fact that dogs are allowed in the dining room. I cannot understand why people can’t be without their “little darling” for 15 minutes and why they think it’s ok to subject other guests to their dog in an area where food is consumed.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darrell

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

Perfect place to stay

A really lovely place to stay. Comfortable, very friendly - and dog friendly- traditional, but well looked after. Great breakfast, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

  • † More information about the $50 gift card with flight package benefit may be found at: https://www.expedia-aarp.com/lp/b/vacationpackages50prepaid

  • English Copyright 1995 – 2025. All rights reserved. Use of this Web site constitutes acceptance of the Expedia User Agreement and Privacy Policy. Expedia pays a royalty fee to AARP for the use of AARP’s intellectual property. These fees are used for the general purpose of AARP. All goods or services and discounts offered via the AARP® Travel Center powered by Expedia ®, are provided by third-party suppliers. AARP and its affiliates do not endorse and are not responsible for the goods or services and discounts made available on this site. Offers are subject to change and may have restrictions. Please contact the AARP® Travel Center powered by Expedia® directly for full details. AARP and its affiliates are not insurers.