We were aware of the adverse reviews but decided to suspend our disbelief.WARNING! The owner Ian Barnard bites; he insulted us and Americans within minutes of arrival and proceeded to be rude and offensive for the duration. We went home a day early after an argument over the bill. Room was clean but dark. The shower was poor. Someone has... more

I have stayed here alone and with family, on business and pleasure trips, and would recommend it to anyone who likes a spotlessly clean, very comfortable room followed by a gourmet breakfast. This place is head and shoulders above the rest and sets a new standard for the others to aim for. Book well ahead as there are only 6... more

We booked at this inn based on three things we were looking for: free parking, free breakfast, and free internet. But we got SO much more! I won't try to repeat all the other positive things that have been written about how friendly and helpful Ian and Ann were--suffice it to say that we totally agree! And we were so... more

I've stayed with Ian and Anne a couple of times and would never choose to stay anywhere else in York (book early though, they are deservedly popular!!!!) The rooms are spotlessly clean ... I stayed in a kingsize room with my hubbie and in a single room on a solo trip (the single room was surprisingly large and the bed... more

My friend and I stayed here in May 2009 and I will definately return when next back in York. The room and bathroom were spotlessly clean, the owners extremely helpful and the breakfasts very good. There is a computer in the breakfast room which is free for guests to use. The guesthouse is well positioned, approximately a 10 minute walk... more

Booked this B&B on the strength of their website for the Easter break, what a fantastic B&B, Ian and Anne made you feel welcome from the moment you arrive - free car park what a bonus that is in York. Bedroom was spotless and so was the shower room - yes room not a cupboard in the corner. Ian's breakfast,... more

Just stayed here for the last 3 nights. Had a fantastic time been to York 3 times now and this is the best boarding house I have stayed in. Anne and Ian go out their way to make you feel at home. The selection of breakfast is amazing and cooked to perfection no matter what you ordered. Nothing was too... more

We stayed at 47 Bootham Gardens Guesthouse for the night of Nov. 22 at a rate of 60 GBP for a room with a king bed which also included breakfast. We loved our visit and here are the highlights: 1. The main reason why 47 Bootham Gardens is so amazing is due to the fun and hospitable nature of its... more

Thank you Anne and Ian for making my first trip to York a memorable experience. I thoroughly enjoyed my stay - 3 nights - and can't find fault in anything. The rooms are clean, comfortable and have all the basic luxuries. Might be a bit on the small side but who would be in York and stay cooped up in... more