Barbican House
Barbican House
Barbican House is a 4-stars guest house set in a late Victorian building, just 10 minutes’ walk from York city centre and university and overlooking the medieval city walls. It offers en suite accommodation, free WiFi and a self-catering apartment. All the rooms at Barbican House are individually decorated, and feature a TV, a hairdryer and free toiletries. All rooms benefit from tea/coffee making facilities with Yorkshire tea and a selection of fruit/herbal teas, coffee, hot chocolate, biscuits and a complimentary sherry. A hearty English breakfast is served every morning in the dining room, between 08:00 and 09:30. A selection of fresh fruit, yoghurt and muffins are also available, together with a vegetarian option. Breakfast is available at an extra cost. This property is 100 yards from York Barbican Theatre and 20 minutes’ walk from York Minster, the largest Gothic cathedral city in northern Europe. JORVIK Viking Centre and York Dungeon are both within 12 minutes’ walk.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
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Guests who stayed here loved
Marie
United Kingdom“Very nice guesthouse and owners were very friendly. Lovely breakfast.”
Alan United Kingdom“The hosts are very friendly and welcoming. Very clean and comfortable room good breakfast”- Shelley United Kingdom“Super clean bed so comfy free parking very attentive owners”
Phillip United Kingdom“So, in order of excellence, Staff, Property & Location. Everything is great but it wouldn’t work without the family who host. A genuine lovely group of people who clearly enjoy running an excellent guest house. Right from the initial welcome to...”
Julie United Kingdom“Beautiful room in great location. Immaculately clean, friendly host and delicious breakfast.”- John United Kingdom“Barbican Snooker Location, car parking, friendliness all excellent”
- Jenny United Kingdom“Lovely room free parking and good area close to the town”
- Jane United Kingdom“Barbican House is super clean and comfortable - high quality throughout. The owner is charming and it’s a short walk to all York’s attractions.”
- Camille United Kingdom“If the properties charm and decor isn’t enough to make you fall in the love, the host will. He was probably one of the best guesthouse hosts I’ve ever met and with such an honouring background. The rooms - possibly the cleanest rooms I’ve ever...”
Irene United Kingdom“Very clean. Spacious room and comfortable bed. Only 3 minutes walk from York Barbican and short walk into city centre”
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Company information
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Neighbourhood information
Language spoken
EnglishProperty surroundings
Facilities of Barbican HouseGreat facilities! Review score, 9.1
Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
- Alarm clock
View
- City view
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
Kitchen
- Electric kettle
Media & Technology
- Flat-screen TV
- CD player
- DVD player
- Radio
- TV
Food & Drink
- Tea/Coffee maker
InternetWiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
ParkingFree private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).
- Street parking
- Accessible parking
Reception services
- Invoice provided
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- Smoke alarms
General
- Hypoallergenic
- Designated smoking area
- Non-smoking throughout
- Heating
- Carpeted
- Fan
- Non-smoking rooms
Languages spoken
- English
House rulesBarbican House takes special requests - add in the next step!
Child policies
Children older than 10 years are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine printNeed-to-know information for guests at this property
Please note that there is car space for 6 cars only, and parking operates on a first-come first-served basis.
Property reserves the right to charge guest's debit/credit card for breakages or damage to Barbican House and its contents. Property does not usually charge for small breakages. Barbican House is a totally non smoking establishment, smoking in any room in Barbican House will incur a minimum 175 GBP charge to guest's debit/credit card.
This property cannot accommodate bookings by stag, hen or same-sex parties.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Barbican House in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.
FAQs about Barbican House
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Barbican House is 950 yards from the centre of York. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Check-in at Barbican House is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:30.
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Barbican House offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
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The prices at Barbican House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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Room options at Barbican House include:
- Twin
- Suite
- Double
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Guests staying at Barbican House can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.4).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Full English/Irish
- Vegetarian
