Barbican House
20 Barbican Road, York, YO10 5AA, United Kingdom – Excellent location - show map
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 9.5 for a two-person trip.
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- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
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Guests who stayed here loved
- CChris
United Kingdom“Lovely place to stay and close to the centre of York. Very nice owners very chatty and funny couldn't do enough for us” 
Sarah United Kingdom“The owner was superb. So helpful, we needed to arrive and park early which was no problem, owner met us, showed us where to park, we got our key and off we went to our event. Fabulous service. We didn’t book breakfast, but the room was lovely....”
Tracey United Kingdom“Ideal location for us, spotless clean, spacious room, very welcoming host, breakfast was amazing!”
Nicholas United Kingdom“Very very close to the Barbican. Also close to other places too. Great host cracking breakfast recommended some gems to eat out at. Nothing was no trouble for them (parking ironing board) we will be back”- JJanice United Kingdom“Durga was very attentive, polite and very welcoming. Couldn't do enough for you. Breakfast was really goo s too. Would recommend it to family and friends.”
Gill United Kingdom“Comfortable clean beautifully furnished excellent host nothing to much trouble we had the optional breakfast which was very nice and plentiful lovely added extras in the room nice toiletries etc virtually next door to the barbican theatre but...”
Patrick United Kingdom“The room was very comfortable and the team were very welcoming. The property does provide parking however my car is large, so found on street parking better, we didn't have a problem finding a free parking space near the property.”- Sharp United Kingdom“Loved how close it was to York centre, the hosts where very welcoming and lovely”
- Maureen United Kingdom“very comfortable beds. nice and clean room. we didnt have breakfast.”
- Jeffrey United Kingdom“Position, friendly owner Durga was great. We liked everything. Closeness to Barbican”
Property questions and answersBrowse questions from guests for anything extra you want to know about the propertyThe property usually replies within a few days
How much is breakfast please for 3 nites?
Thank you for contacting us, Full English breakfast including fresh fruits, juice, cereals, Yogurt, pot of Tea & Coffee is £10.00 per person. Please g..Answered on 9 August 2020is there free parking
Yes, We have 6 parking spaces for total 7 rooms. Also street next to our car park is free parking.Answered on 8 May 2021Do you have car parking facilities
Yes, please do not hesitate to contact us Tel: 01904 627 617 if you need further details. Thank you. Best regards, DurgaAnswered on 25 May 2021Hi, how far are you from the Christmas markets walking distance? Regards Gill
Hi Gill, Thank you for your query, we are just 10 mins walk from Christmas markets (Parliament street). Look forward to welcoming you to Barbican Hou..Answered on 13 October 2022Do I need to prebook a car park space?
No need.Answered on 13 November 2019hi , looking forward to our visit . Are towels provided in the rooms please ?
Dear Guest, Thank you for contacting us. Yes towels are provided. Look forward to welcoming you to Barbican House.Answered on 18 February 2022- Still looking?
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Facilities of Barbican HouseGreat facilities! Review score, 9.1
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
- Alarm clock
- City view
- Outdoor furniture
- Electric kettle
- Flat-screen TV
- CD player
- DVD player
- Radio
- TV
- Tea/Coffee maker
- Street parking
- Accessible parking
- Invoice provided
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- Smoke alarms
- Hypoallergenic
- Designated smoking area
- Non-smoking throughout
- Heating
- Carpeted
- Fan
- Non-smoking rooms
- 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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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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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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Room options at Barbican House include:
- Twin
- Suite
- Double
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Barbican House offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
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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
