No 1 by GuestHouse, York

Rated 9.3 in 914 reviews. 38 rooms.

★★★★

This classic Regency townhouse, formerly known as Bootham Grange, was built and occupied in 1829 by two members of a wealthy ecclesiastical family, the Richardsons. Two of the brothers were incumbents at local churches and one, in fact was a well known evangelical Minister at St. Michael le Belfrey which stands in the shadow of York Minister.

The joint occupancy of the property continued until 1924 when it was converted into flats for family members of the owner at the time. During the 2nd World War, these flats were occupied by women service personnel and the brick vaulted cellar, now The Ivy Brasserie, was an air raid shelter.

The building remained in multiple occupancy before being purchased in 1989 by Jeremy and Vivien Cassel who converted it into the luxury four star hotel in York that it is today. Celebrated Swiss designer, Christophe Gollut, who previously designed the dining room at the House of Lords, helped restore the building to its former glory.

The Grange Hotel was opened on 12 March 1990 and is owned by Mr Jeremy Cassel, along with many small investors.

Famous and rare racing memorabilia adorns the walls of The Grange. On the main stair case you will find

A boutique hotel in the heart of York just a 10-minute walk from York Minster.

The building is a Grade II Listed Regency townhouse with sash windows, high ceilings, a sweeping central staircase, and ivy around the door. Inside you’ll find pantries stocked full of treats, great restaurant food throughout the day, drinks from the bar and a spa centred on bespoke therapies.

There’s 38 bedrooms, including three suites that are dotted around the building’s three floors. Each one has its quirks courtesy of the building’s heritage detailing. The rooms feature a flat-screen Smart TV, tea/coffee making facilities, an iron and hairdryer in the wardrobe.

The spa sits down in the arches of the cellar. It’s a cocooning world of bespoke wellbeing experiences. There are five treatment rooms, including a room for two. And a soothing space for post-treatment relaxation.

The Marmalade Lounge at No.1 is where the perfect afternoon tea is served. It combines savoury and sweet treats that honour the noble tradition but brings playful flavours together to give it a twist for today.

Pearly Cow is there for when something more substantial is needed. Pearly Cow is a new restaurant at 1, Clifton that is devoted to respecting what thrives nearby – the herds, breeds, crops, and catches that sum up the area’s flavour. The produce of land and sea we source is strictly the best – the wildest. Breakfast is light, hearty, or kick-starting with oysters and spiced-as-you-like bloody Marys. Lunch and dinner feature star ingredients in classics, interpretations, sharing dishes, and divine desserts. And kids have their own Pearly Calves menu. Afternoon tea is afternoon sea – a very fresh take on this timeless treat. And on Sundays, traditional roasts bring a beautiful close to the week

A paid private car park is located on site. York Railway Station can be reached in 15 minutes on foot.

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A guide to great places near No 1 by GuestHouse, York

  1. The Minster Hotel

    Like...very staff...great accommodation. Great!!!

    247 m from hotel
    58-60 Bootham

  2. The Minster Inn

    Nice room, friendly accommodating staff

    356 m from hotel
    20 Marygate

  3. Bootham Crescent

    Go York!!!!!

    424 m from hotel
    Bootham Crescent

  4. Bay Horse

    Just the other side of the museum gardens - has a nice outdoor terrace if it's a sunny day. Good selection of well kept real ales.

    462 m from hotel
    68 Marygate

  5. St Marys Abbey

    Drammatic ruins. Take time to sit & relax.

    470 m from hotel

  6. Café No.8

    Superb food, just flawless and amazing. Would totally recommend this place for a nice evening dinner.

    483 m from hotel
    8 Gillygate

  7. Museum Gardens

    Look out for locals drinking cider and shouting at tourists.

    0.5 km from hotel
    Museum St

  8. Cafe Concerto

    When you've finished reading the lyrics on the wall, we recommend the blue cheese lasagne and any of the homemade cakes on display.

    0.6 km from hotel
    21 High Petergate

  9. York Cocoa House

    New kid on the block with the best brownies in town.

    0.7 km from hotel
    3 Blake St

  10. York Minster

    For the best views over York, climb the Minster Tower. Costs a few pounds - and you need to be in shape for the climb - but well worth it.

    0.7 km from hotel
    Minster Yard

  11. The House of the Trembling Madness

    An ancient small room full of beams, old benches, stuffed animal heads, a quirky little place with a superb range of import beers, real continental style shot through with good old Yorkshire charm.

    0.7 km from hotel
    48 Stonegate

  12. Spring Espresso

    Best coffee shop in York by a mile. The hot chocolate is to die for. Superb staff and service too.

    1.2 km from hotel
    45 Fossgate