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The Milner York formerly the Principal York

4.0 star property
Eco-certified York hotel in South Bank with a health club

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Exterior
City view from property
Lobby
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Exterior

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Bar
The current price is AU$217
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar

Explore the area

Map
Station Road, York, England, YO24 1AA
  • Micklegate Bar
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • National Railway Museum
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • York Minster
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Single Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
In-room safe
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Comfort Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
In-room safe
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, Annex Building

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Located in an annex building
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
In-room safe
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Garden view

Standard Double Room, Garden View

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
In-room safe
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Signature Studio Suite, City View

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
In-room safe
  • 35 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Junior Studio Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
In-room safe
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
In-room safe
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
In-room safe
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
In-room safe
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
In-room safe
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

York

The Milner York formerly the Principal York places you in the centre of York, within just a 15-minute stroll of York Minster and York Dungeon. Highlights at this eco-friendly hotel include a restaurant, an indoor swimming pool and a gym. .The restaurant, Refectory, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Chapter House is the hotel's own bar. Enjoy the gym, Hot tub and sauna. Meeting rooms, conference space, and a business centre are among the business amenities offered. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. English breakfast is available daily between 7 AM and 10 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this South Bank hotel include Shambles and Jorvik Viking Centre.

What's nearby

  • York Minster - 10 min walk
  • York Dungeon - 11 min walk
  • Shambles - 12 min walk
  • Jorvik Viking Centre - 12 min walk
  • York Racecourse - 3 min drive

Getting around

  • York Station - 1 min walk
  • Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪York Tap - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Punch Bowl - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Society Lounge Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪BrewDog - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Red Chilli Authentic Chinese - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Milner York formerly the Principal York

Eco-certified York hotel in South Bank with a health club
As a guest of The Milner York formerly the Principal York, you'll find an indoor pool, a health club, Access to hot tub, and a sauna. Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A business centre and meeting rooms are available. A terrace, barbecue grills, and a garden are also featured at the eco-certified The Milner York formerly the Principal York. Parking is available for a fee.

This Victorian York hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 155 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1870
  • Deli
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Milner York formerly the Principal York offers 155 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. This York hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education) – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Uncovered parking on site (GBP 19 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 7 AM to 10 AM for a fee: GBP 19.95 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Chapter House
  • Refectory

Things to do

  • Health club
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Spa tub
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in.

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 23 December to 26 December:
  • Dining venue

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 30 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for English breakfast: from approximately GBP 19.95 per person
  • Uncovered self-parking fee: GBP 19.00 per day
  • Pet fee: GBP 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Barclaycard and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Hotel Royal York
Hotel York Royal
Royal Hotel York
Royal York
York Hotel Royal
York Royal
York Royal Hotel
Royal York Hotel Grand Victorian
Royal York Hotel York
Principal Hotel
Principal York
The Royal York Hotel
The Principal York
Principal York Hotel
Hotel Principal York York
York Principal York Hotel
Hotel Principal York
Principal York York
The Principal York
The Royal York Hotel
Principal Hotel
Principal

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Milner York formerly the Principal York?

The Milner York formerly the Principal York offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Milner York formerly the Principal York?

As of 22 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Milner York formerly the Principal York on 2 Mar 2025 start from AU$216.98, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Milner York formerly the Principal York?

Yep, The Milner York formerly the Principal York has an uncovered self car park for GBP 19.00 per day.

Does The Milner York formerly the Principal York have a pool?

The Milner York formerly the Principal York has an indoor pool.

What luxury perks are available at The Milner York formerly the Principal York?

The Milner York formerly the Principal York features a health club, an indoor pool and 1 hot tub.

What makes The Milner York formerly the Principal York a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and a lounge bar, as well as rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Milner York formerly the Principal York.

Does The Milner York formerly the Principal York serve breakfast?

Yep, our visitors are hooked on the English brekkie here! Available daily from 7 AM to 10 AM, this is the place to fuel up for a big day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Milner York formerly the Principal York?

No, The Milner York formerly the Principal York does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Milner York formerly the Principal York?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. The dining venue is closed seasonally each year from December 23 until December 26.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Milner York formerly the Principal York?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Milner York formerly the Principal York?

Dogs are welcome at The Milner York formerly the Principal York, with food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of one pet.

The Milner York formerly the Principal York Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 696 out of 1294 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 324 out of 1294 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 149 out of 1294 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 75 out of 1294 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 50 out of 1294 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely old hotel, glorious public areas and lovely bedrooms.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Marion

Good, relaxing overnight stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Andy

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Impressive building with a feeling of class and sophistication. Staff friendly and helpful. Gym is good for a hotel facility. We picked a garden view room which was worth it as the view was fantastic to wake up to. Nice bar and (depending on which time of year you go) ‘Thors tipi’ located in the grounds, gave a lovely Xmas vibe. Came a few years ago and the hotel has benefited massively from the refurb. Right next to the train station. Parking onsite
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was everything we required
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Shame about the hotel as ideal location
Cold rooms and had to be moved due to light switch being broken. Also room service took 1hr 15 mins and was very expensive
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

YAN YU

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

reginald

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was average/good on all counts.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

James

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Very disappointing
The hotel in it's self is lovely. We did not book in for dinner when we went to the restaurant we were turned away being told they were not talking walk ins. We returned to the bar and booked a table on line! Rather wished we had not bothered the person in charge was very off hand. We waited 20 mins for someone to take a food order only because we ask them to take the order. 30 mins later the food arrived, the two steaks were ordered medium rare, both were seriously over cooked. We refused the food, no apology was made by the manager he just asked if we wanted another meal, we replied no and he walked away. A young waiter called Ewan came over to apologise. It feels very much like staff don't really want to be there at all none of them seem to be happy. We would not return.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel, good breakfast, plenty of room
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Melissa

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very disappointing
For a 4*, hotel was grandly decorated but that was it as the service lacked in lots of areas. Staff were not very attentive and my husband and I had to clear our own table in the Garden Room then ordered a Cream Tea which in the menu was supposed to have been loose leaf but was t bags and tepid water and then had to wait a further 25mins for the scones which we did have 2 of but only enough cream and name for one. Our bed room had just enough room to walk around the bed which was a small double (husband is 6ft 8) and moved on it’s wheel every time someone rolled over and of course woke the other one didn’t sleep much over the 2 day stay, We had booked a table in the Peaches restaurant for the first night which was expensive for what was actually average food unfortunately and again the waiters just plonked the dishes down in front of us and walked off. Would not stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful hotel but small room
Beautiful hotel but room in the wing was a little small and not very well organised- like no side table, small bed and couldn’t easily open shower screen over bath!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

judith

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful stay
My daughter and i came for two nights, i dont know what we expected but it surpassed it, what a wonderfull hotel and right on the station. The staff were so helpfull, humerus and kind, the leisure facilitys were good. Thank you everyone for making our stay so special.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous building , public rooms great with an amazing staircase. Really convienient to walk into the city. Breakfast was expensive as was the parking but it was convienient
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Ruby

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Very Average
This hotel has recently been renamed The Milner and we have stayed here before but this last trip fell short on our expectations. Pillows were very uncomfortable and water pressure in taps were just a trickle. We paid extra for breakfast, waste of money! Help yourself to barely warm hot breakfast and empty hot plates. Honestly very disappointing.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location with a good atmosphere
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sinead

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Ok stay
Our room was a Sidings double and when we arrived our room was cold and the thermostat broken, we were offered a portable radiator rather than a change of room. We asked to move and this was arranged although we would have expected our bags to have been moved and this didn't happen. We asked to upgrade and were told this wasn't possible even though we would have paid for this. Our room was noisy with an alarm of some kind going off at 6am for an hour and the cistern was also running meaning we didn't have the hoped for sleep in we were looking forward to. Overall, staff were friendly and helpful and the breakfast was good with plenty of choice.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Conference Stay
Nice stay for a conference, rooms very well equipped, excellent shower and clean bathroom. Decent coffee facilities and good temperature controls
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah, Grange Over Sands

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very close to centre
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024