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BEST WESTERN Monkbar Hotel

3.0 of 5
St. Maurices Road | Monk Bar, York YO31 7JA, England
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BEST WESTERN Monkbar Hotel
Ranked #21 of 47 hotels in York
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Rating summary
  • Location
    5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4 of 5 stars
Date Rating
Catterick, United Kingdom
2 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

This hotel was booked last minute but at a cost of £120, this i thought would get us a half decent room...WRONG!!!! the room was dingy, the furniture was all mismatched, the whole room was just grotty and nasty. I fully understand that at this price i was never going to get five star luxury but i would have at... More

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Mansfield, United Kingdom
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3 hotel reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

stayed 2nights 15th &16th May2013, very clean ,good breakfast ,very kind and pleasant staff.we went to york by train so we did not use the parking facilities this time but there is adequate parking.i am 73 years old and the staff were excellent,did not use the swimming pool or the fitness centre this time may be next time.

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Nottingham, United Kingdom
1 review
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

We booked Monksbar on a Bank holiday weekend for 2 nights- we thought we would try a hotel instead of a B&B as a treat- and what a disappointment !!! We felt the standards offered did not warrant the premium of £125/ night with no breakfast included in this price - old sanitary fittings - discolored old fashioned rubber bath... More

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uk
Senior Contributor
49 reviews 49 reviews
43 hotel reviews
Reviews in 35 cities Reviews in 35 cities
52 helpful votes 52 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013

Great location for visiting York city centre / visitor attractions etc.. Rooms are reasonable , equipped with essentials, free wifi, clean and reasonably priced. Breakfast was good value with a wide range of food to chose from. Limited parking is a down side.. Would stay here again

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Graham U, General Manager at BEST WESTERN Monkbar Hotel, responded to this review
15 May 2013

Dear sunnydays24 Thank you for your lovely review and comments following to your recent stay with us, I am delighted you enjoyed your visit and that you have shared your experiences with others in this way. I will ensure your lovely comments are shared with the rest of the team at the hotel. Thanks again and we really look forward... More

London, United Kingdom
Contributor
17 reviews 17 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

The hotel is perfectly placed for an introduction to this fab city, arriving by train. Everything within walking distance & a fab base! Comfortable rooms, but rather dated bathrooms, were eclipsed by the excellent "can-do" service & the high quality, good value food & drink. Would definitely return.

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Graham U, General Manager at BEST WESTERN Monkbar Hotel, responded to this review
15 May 2013

Dear helenmcsherry Thank you for your lovely review and comments following to your recent stay with us, I am delighted you enjoyed your visit and that you have shared your experiences with others in this way. Im delighted staff, service and food and beverage was greatly enjoyed during your stay, the team work very hard and its very pleasing to... More

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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

Myself & 5 friends went here for Bank holiday weekend. It was such a convenient hotel for visiting the beautiful city of York. Excellent service, and helpful staff. Rooms ok bathrooms a bit dated. Food very good value.

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Graham U, General Manager at BEST WESTERN Monkbar Hotel, responded to this review
15 May 2013

Dear Angie J Thank you for your lovely review and comments following to your recent stay with us, I am delighted you enjoyed your visit and that you have shared your experiences with others in this way. I will ensure your lovely comments are shared with the rest of the team at the hotel. Thanks again and we really look... More

sheffield
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9 reviews 9 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2013

Stayed here last Sunday night with the wife and our friends for her birthday the hotel is located just out side the wall about a two minuet walk from the minster. The hotel was clean and comfortable as you would expect from a best western We had a meal in the restaurant which was lovely although the the service wasn't... More

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Graham U, General Manager at BEST WESTERN Monkbar Hotel, responded to this review
15 May 2013

Dear Mark R Thank you for your lovely review and comments following to your recent stay with us, I am delighted you enjoyed your visit and that you have shared your experiences with others in this way. I’m very sorry about the service in the Restaurant, the team work very hard to ensure all our guests enjoy their dining experience... More

Senior Reviewer
7 reviews 7 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2013 via mobile

Very tight for car parking, very central location, out the front door and right in the centre 2 mins from the Minster. Facilities good, staff were very friendly and helpful. Breakfast very good and usual full range. Would go back next time I'mYork

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Graham U, General Manager at BEST WESTERN Monkbar Hotel, responded to this review
15 May 2013

Dear Mark J Thank you for your lovely review and comments following to your recent stay with us, I am delighted you enjoyed your visit and that you have shared your experiences with others in this way. I will ensure your lovely comments are shared with the rest of the team at the hotel. Thanks again and we really look... More

Manchester, United Kingdom
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2013

This is our first time staying in a Best Western. Was slightly disappointed with the room, on arrival was checked into room no: 40 which was in the loft I asked if we could be moved as there was no windows only the one over the bed. It was nicely decorated but small. We were upgraded to a king size... More

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Graham U, General Manager at BEST WESTERN Monkbar Hotel, responded to this review
15 May 2013

Dear 187069Collette Thank you for your review and comments following to your recent stay with us, I am delighted you enjoyed your visit and that you have shared your experiences with others in this way. Im sorry that room 40 wasn’t to your satisfaction, the age and lovely history of the hotel gives us a selection of rooms that fit... More

Cowes, United Kingdom
Senior Contributor
46 reviews 46 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2013

Car park was very busy on arrival and there was a wedding party just leaving, we were lucky to get a space right outside as someone was leaving. The room we had was very spacious and clean & tidy, really lovely and we were staying two nights, they had great tea/coffee facilities in the room and the breakfasts in the... More

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Graham U, General Manager at BEST WESTERN Monkbar Hotel, responded to this review
29 April 2013

Dear Katiecjunior Thank you for your lovely review and comments following to your recent stay with us, I am delighted you enjoyed your visit and that you have shared your experiences with others in this way. I was delighted to read you had enjoyed your stay with us and indeed breakfast! Ill get the floor boards looked at straight away!... More

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What travellers say

  • Very good(50)
  • Car park(39)
  • City wall(37)
  • FREE parking(26)
  • Friendly and helpful(13)
  • First nights(12)
  • Main road(10)
  • Great location(9)
  • Reception staff(8)
  • Excellent service(6)

Additional Information about BEST WESTERN Monkbar Hotel

Address: St. Maurices Road | Monk Bar, York YO31 7JA, England
Region: United Kingdom > England > Yorkshire > North Yorkshire > York
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Business Centre Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Pets Allowed Restaurant Room Service Suites Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#9 Family Hotels in York
Price Range: ££
Hotel Class:3 star (3*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
The Monkbar Hotel is at the very heart of the historic and vibrant city of York, offering free parking for residents. Ninety-nine double/twin rooms individually designed and decorated, some overlooking our Courtyard garden, others overlooking the City Walls. There are three training suites each with integral break-out rooms and with the facilities to meet the Best Western Executive Standard. The Courtyard Garden is ideal for summer barbecues and relaxing coffee breaks, together with plenty of elegant lounges. Our welcoming Liberty bar has a range of draught beers and the restaurant, offering chef's menu and a choice of a la carte options. We are one of the few hotels in York to have been awarded Investors in People, in recognition of the quality of service and care you will receive during your stay! ... more   less 
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