The Bar Convent Guest House

About the hotel

Historic Building with Modern Amenities

The Bar Convent Guest House, located in the heart of York, offers a unique stay in a Grade I listed building. Guests can enjoy the history of the site through the on-site exhibition, while also benefiting from modern amenities such as free WiFi and a garden.

Comfortable Accommodation Options

Choose from en suite rooms or rooms with shared bathrooms, all equipped with tea/coffee making facilities, hand basins, and complimentary toiletries. The cozy rooms at The Bar Convent Guest House ensure a comfortable and relaxing stay for all guests.

Delicious Breakfast Options

Start your day right with a delicious breakfast served in the on-site café. Guests can indulge in a well-stocked continental buffet or upgrade to the award-winning full English breakfast. With a variety of options available, breakfast at The Bar Convent Guest House is a delightful experience.

Experience the charm of The Bar Convent Guest House and book your stay for a memorable visit to York.

Facilities

• Free WiFi
• Non-smoking rooms
• Air conditioning
• 24-hour front desk
• Heating
• Family rooms
• Garden
• Lift / Elevator
• Laundry
• Luggage storage
• Meeting/banquet facilities
• Packed lunches
• Chapel/shrine
• Non-smoking throughout
• Daily housekeeping
• Shared lounge/TV area
• Board games/puzzles
• Kid meals
• Shared kitchen
• Outdoor furniture
• Wine/champagne
• Guest rooms disinfected between stays
• Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
• Physical distancing rules followed
• Cashless payment available
• Fire extinguishers
• First aid kit available
• Sanitized tableware & silverware
• Invoice provided
• Smoke alarms

Check-in and check-out

Check-out

until 10:00

Guest reviews

• R

  RachelAustralia · Couple

  7

  Liked: Fabulous to be able to stay in a convent and the history and so close to old medieval walls and old town, and walking distance to train station

  Posted in October 2026

• V

  VictoriaUnited Kingdom

  10

  Amazing find

  Liked: Such a unique place to stay and so much history wrapped up in this beautiful building. How many bed and breakfast places do you know that has a full working chapel. Room was lovely and spacious

  Disliked: Bed was a bit hard but not enough to spoil my stay.

  Posted in October 2026

• L

  LesleySouth Africa

  10

  I loved the history and unusualness of the Bar Convent and thoroughly enjoyed my stay

  Liked: The location is excellent, a 5 minute walk from the station, and close to the city centre. My room was spacious and comfortable. The breakfast room is beautiful. The staff are very friendly and helpful.

  Disliked: Nothing

  Posted in October 2026

• A

  AnneUnited Kingdom

  10

  Lovely weekend getaway

  Liked: Lovely place, great location, clean comfortable room, nice breakfast and friendly staff.

  Disliked: Nothing we didn't like, it was all good.

  Posted in October 2026

• V

  VickiAustralia · Couple

  8

  Convenient.. great for one night only

  Liked: Convenience to train and city

  Disliked: Smell.

  Posted in October 2026

• M

  McKayUnited Kingdom · Couple

  8

  Lovely atmosphere and super helpful staff

  Liked: Location, quiet, spotlessly clean

  Disliked: Room a little dated

  Posted in October 2026

Reviews in English from guests who stayed at the hotel, provided by our booking partner.

Good to know

Check-in is from 14:00 until 00:00 unless by prior arrangement.

Please note, this property is unable to accommodate stag and hen parties or similar groups. Please note that our Superior Single Rooms are on a floor accessed by a narrow staircase and there is no lift service.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

A deposit may be required at the property.