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The Sycamore Guest House

4.0 star property
Edwardian guesthouse in York with free breakfast

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The Sycamore Guest House welcomes visitors to the charming Clifton neighborhood with practical comforts including in-room WiFi and a smoke-free environment. Staff readily assist with tour tickets and luggage storage, making exploration of the area hassle-free.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Standard Double Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Small Double Room with Private External Bathroom | Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Small Double Room with Private External Bathroom

Highlights

Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • 10 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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King or Twin Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

King or Twin Room

Highlights

Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Classic Double Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Classic Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • 17 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room (Second Floor) | Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Double Room (Second Floor)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • 16 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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King Double or Twin | Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

King Double or Twin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
19 Sycamore Place, Bootham, York, England, YO30 7DW

What's nearby

  • York Minster - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Shambles - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • York Christmas Market - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Jorvik Viking Centre - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • York City Walls - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • York (QQY-York Train Station) - 9 min walk
  • Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bootham Tavern - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Brew & Brownie - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Eagle & Child - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Star Inn the City - ‬8 min walk

About this property

The Sycamore Guest House

Upscale guesthouse near York Minster
Close to Shambles, The Sycamore Guest House provides amenities like free English breakfast. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Self parking (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in
  • Smoke-free premises, luggage storage, and tour/ticket assistance
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as premium bedding, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and down comforters
  • Rainfall showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • 24-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels and DVD players
  • Private yards, coffee/tea makers, and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 2 per night)
  • Self parking on site (GBP 2 per night)

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1904
  • Edwardian architecture
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 24-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 9 AM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
An early check-in fee will be charged
Late check-in fee
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 11 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 8 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 8 are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: GBP 2 per night
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 2.00 per night
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Children 8 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is also known as

Sycamore Guest House
Sycamore Guest House York
Sycamore York
Sycamore Guest House Hotel York
Sycamore Guest House Guesthouse York
Sycamore Guest House Guesthouse
The Sycamore Guest House York
The Sycamore Guest House Guesthouse
The Sycamore Guest House Guesthouse York

Frequently asked questions

Is The Sycamore Guest House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Sycamore Guest House?

Self parking is available for GBP 2 per night.

What time is check-in at The Sycamore Guest House?

Check-in start time: 9 AM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at The Sycamore Guest House?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Sycamore Guest House located?

Located in Clifton, this guesthouse is within a 15-minute walk of St Mary's Lodge, York Minster, and Shambles. St. Olave's Church and Yorkshire Museum Gardens are also within 5 minutes. York (QQY-York Train Station) is 9 minutes by foot and York Station is 10 minutes.

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The Sycamore Guest House Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 85 out of 162 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 60 out of 162 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 162 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 162 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 162 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alison

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

Sycamore guest house

Lovely B&B. Spirios was very welcoming and accommodating and always had a smile on his face. Room was clean and tidy and mirrored the rest of the guest house. Close to York city centre and 10 minutes from the train station. Would highly recommend a stay at this little gem
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catharine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable.Natalie was so gracious very helpful kind. Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wolfgang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sehr gut geführtes Gäste Haus mit Parkmöglichkeit direkt vor dem Haus in einer Sackgasse. 15 min ins Zentrum. Gutes Frühstück.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jodie-Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very welcoming property within walking distance to the old town. Excellent breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maxine

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

Would very much recommend!!

A lovely little B&B with a warm welcome from the owner, so friendly and helpful. Lovely, comfortable room and very clean and tidy, nicely decorated. Breakfast was delicious and the overall experience was excellent I would very much recommend this place!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabriele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the train station, the beautiful gardens around the abbey ruins and the historic centre of York. Enjoyed the owners friendliness and warmth. Felt very much at home. Excellent breakfast too.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

G

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

Sycamore Guest house

Very welcoming hosts, lovely comfortable room and warm, quiet area but only short walk to the city centre and York minster. Amazing breakfast. Would definitely recommend and we will definitely rebook on our next visit to York.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Owner very attentive and courteous. Thouroughly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Close to city centre
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff were friendly and very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

NIGEL

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

Sycamore Guest House

Went to York to see Christmas market,so looked for somewhere that was a a short walk from the centre. This is a quaint period property that is privately run. The host was very helpful and nothing was too much bother. Would certainly stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine

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

Great spot for all York's attractions

Very well placed but quiet spot close to all of York's sights and only 10 minutes from train station. Fabulous breakfast and both Spiros and his son were great hosts. If you like antique furniture and quirkiness whilst retaining the essential mod cons you'll love this b&b.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Cosy weekend away

Our host Stavros was an excellent host from start to finish. He made us feel so welcome. room very small but very clean, external bathroom small but fine for us. guest house in general very dated , however this gave us the comfortable cosy feel.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely host and wonderful experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Åse

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

Her kommer vi gjerne tilbake

The Sycamore Guest House er et koselig lite hotell med kort vei til og fra jernbane og bysentrum i York. Alt var rent og pent, og atmosfæren trivelig. Rommet vi bodde på var hjemmekoselig innredet, og sengene over gjennomsnittet komfortable. God og variert frokost i hyggelige omgivelser. Topp service fra vertskapet!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Decent stay with some disappointments

Host was nice enough, and location was good. Can’t speak for other rooms. But my room in particular was on the top floor, was really small and had a detached private bathroom that was also small and inconvenient. Although the bathroom situation was disclosed, the tight spaces and inconvenient access were not. I also needed to leave very early and made the room available for most of my stay and wasn’t offered even part of the payment back. I realize that’s policy. But some flexibility considering the very early departure would have been nice.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

2/10 Terrible

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Not pleasant

The room was at the top of the house the en-suite was terrible too small 🙈🙈
If you sat on the toilet you’re knees hit the wall
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The hotel is a little dated tiny bathroom but the hosts were lovely and the breakfast was great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen

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

Oour stay in York

Very nice place to stay.Amazing breakfast and friendly hosts oh and the kingsize bed was a bonus too. Would recommend the Sycamore for a stay to explore York
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

John

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

Very good

A lovely stay made very welcome
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I cannot praise the hosts and property enough. They are both so welcoming & did everything to ensure we had a fabulous stay. Easy walk to town , permit parking £2 , breakfasts amazing. I will be back for sure. Definitely recommended
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Kay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
On hotel.com it’s advertising you can check in at 9am but when we got there they said it was 2:30pm😒 so was impressed. I was not the fault of the guest house they said they hotel.com would let them change it! Also after a 2-1/2hour drive we asked if we could use a toilet and where told we had to use the one in town! Other then that room was comfort and clean. Breakfast was amazing and where very attentive!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

George

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

The sycamore guesthouse

If you want a good place to stay in York this is the place .hosts very helpful and friendly they cannot do enough for you the rooms are spotless and the breakfast is great it will set you up for the day.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

DarrellandMary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This little hidden gem is just outside the walls of the old city of York, yet is walking distance to all the historic sites and to the train station. The building is a quaint old house. Our room was clean, comfortable, and exquisitely decorated. The full English breakfast was delicious. The hostess and host were helpful with advice, accommodating and kind!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a wonderful B&B in one of the prettiest cities in the UK. Very central in terms of location. The owners make everyone feel at home and the breakfasts are amazing! Definitely would recommend this guest house to those wishing to explore York and the surrounding area.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

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