my wife and i stayed the nights of 8/3 and 8/4 2009. we have been to york on 3 other occasions but this was our first stay at the st. raphael. i can honestly say with complete sincerity that this was one of the best b&b expereinces we have ever had[have stayed in over 200 in the US and europe].... more

This is certainly top-of-the-range in all respects, and , understandably, the tariff reflects that. Rooms are immaculately maintained, as is the whole establishment. Breakfast is delicious, with the home-baked bread being a highlight. Queen Anne's Road is remarkably quiet and peaceful given its proximity to the city centre. I can't comment on parking, but for rail travellers there is a... more

Zoe and Dom run a top-class establishment, and they're the epitome of gracious hosts. Short lovely walk to town, FABULOUS breakfast, clean cozy room, internet access, parking . . . absolutely nothing lacking. We had a great stay. more

We stayed for a few days during half term week and found it to be everything the other reviews suggested. So conveniently placed for York, lovely bedrooms and the breakfasts were just the best. Highly recommended. more

This is an excellent B&B centrally located only 5 minutes away from the centre of York. Breakfast was super, a lovely cooked breakfast with home-baked bread from which the smell of the bread wafted up the stairs in the morning. Lovely.Plenty selection of other breakfast cereals and fresh fruit for those not wanting a cooked breakfast. The room was great,... more

This B&B is in a fantastic location only a 5min walk from the minster. We were made very welcome. The room was spotless, we stayed in The Shambles room and it was beautiful. The breakfast was excellent with freshly made bread. It is excellent value for money and parking and breakfast is included in room price. We had a wonderful... more

We spent 3 nights at St. Raphael Guest House. Our hosts, Zoe and Dom, went out of their way to accommodate us. From Zoe offering me her own hairdryer (before I discovered one in our room) to Dom printing off our flight boarding passes for us. They were always very helpful with suggested activities, and our breakfast was always cooked... more

We enjoyed 6 nights accomodation at St.Raphel's which was close to all the major attractions. The room was excellent, clean tidy and well presented. Breakfast was excellent. Congratulations to Zoe and Dom. BBH Adelaide more

Just returned from another 3 day stay with Zoe and Dom, lovely couple, friendly and full of local information. BREAKFASTS ARE GREAT, lots of variety never had a problem in making toast in the morning, fresh breads fantastic. Rooms clean and spacous comfy beds.Short walk into town, Would highly recommend this B&B. See you both next spring. more