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The rooms at Principal York are thoughtfully designed, offering a blend of classic style and contemporary luxury. They are equipped with plush bedding, high-speed internet, flat-screen TVs, and stunning views of the hotel gardens, York Minster, or the historic city. The hotel features several dining options, including the Refectory Kitchen & Terrace, serving modern Yorkshire fare, and the Chapter House Bar, offering a range of cocktails and craft beers.
The hotel's prime location means it's close to some of York's most famous attractions. Beyond the city's ancient walls, guests can explore York Minster, the largest Gothic cathedral in Northern Europe. The JORVIK Viking Centre, National Railway Museum, and the charming, narrow streets of The Shambles are all within easy reach. For those looking to venture further afield, the beautiful landscapes of the Yorkshire Dales and North York Moors are just a short drive away. The Principal York, with its unique blend of tradition and modernity, makes an excellent base for exploring everything this historic city has to offer.
This property is at an elevation of approximately 48 feet / 14.6 metres above sea level
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Children Welcome
Open All Year
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24-Hour Front Desk
Room Service
Luggage Storage
Ensuite or Private Bathroom
Shower or Bath
Family Rooms
Tea / Coffee making facilities
Restaurant / Meal Options
Breakfast available
Special Diet Options
Bar
Car Parking onsite / close by
TV in Room
Digital TV Channels
Children Welcome
Open All Year
Wedding Venue / Facilities
Free Wifi Internet
Disabled Facilities
Lift / Elevator
Spa services or Sauna
Indoor Pool
Gym / Fitness Centre
Concierge Services
Meeting Rooms
Conference Space
Garden
Air Conditioning
24-Hour Front Desk
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Luggage Storage
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International Airports
Local Airports
Elvington Airfield York North Yorkshire
YO41 4AU
5.4 miles Full Sutton Airfield
York North Yorkshire
YO41 1HS
9.4 miles
Motorways
A1(M) Junction 46 Wetherby
11.5 miles A1(M) Junction 47
Knaresborough
12.1 miles A1(M) Junction 45
Tadcaster, Boston Spa
12.2 miles
Railway Stations
York station code = YRK
Y024 1AB
0.0 miles Poppleton
station code = POP
YO26 6QA
2.6 miles
Ferry Ports
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National Railway Museum -
Y026 4XJ
SE 59375 52009
= palace.indeed.lands Hotels nearby. 4 minutes walk
Y026 4XJ
SE 59375 52009
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An unrivalled collection of historic locomotives plus some close to the present day, Exhibitions and a chance to ride on a steam pulled train. The museum is a great day out for all the family young and old.
0.2m / 0.3km -
Barley Hall -
YO1 8AR
SE 60282 52041
= menu.teach.nobody Hotels nearby. 6 minutes walk
YO1 8AR
SE 60282 52041
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Barley Hall is a reconstructed medieval townhouse in the city of York with events and exhibitions related to Yorks history
0.4m / 0.6km -
York Boat River Cruises -
YO1 7DP
SE 60013 51947
= ideas.merit.signal Hotels nearby. 4 minutes walk
YO1 7DP
SE 60013 51947
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Various cruises available for all types of occasions including evening cruises
0.2m / 0.3km -
York Dungeon -
YO1 9RD
SE 60325 51580
= exam.flips.fake Hotels nearby. 6 minutes walk
YO1 9RD
SE 60325 51580
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An interactive journey though the history of York with live shows by real actors in costume , special effects, an immersive tourist attraction for all
0.4m / 0.6km -
Yorkshire Museum -
YO1 7FR
SE 59971 52131
= melon.sings.forget Hotels nearby. 5 minutes walk
YO1 7FR
SE 59971 52131
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Housing archaeological and geological finds and artifacts from roman and Viking times
0.3m / 0.5km -
York Minster -
YO1 7HH
SE 60308 52122
= lows.cool.margin Hotels nearby. 7 minutes walk
YO1 7HH
SE 60308 52122
= lows.cool.margin Hotels nearby.
York Minster is a working cathedral that is pleased to see visitors , described by some as one of the greatest cathedrals of the world and one of the largest of its kind in Northern Europe
0.5m / 0.8km -
York City Sightseeing Bus Tour -
YO1 7EW
SE 60046 52252
= crops.crown.bumpy Hotels nearby. 6 minutes walk
YO1 7EW
SE 60046 52252
= crops.crown.bumpy Hotels nearby.
See the citys architecture and sights on a tour bus - a hop on but though Exhibition Square is recommended as a starting point
0.4m / 0.6km -
Jorvik Viking Centre -
YO1 9WT
SE 60444 51645
= expert.busy.plank Hotels nearby. 7 minutes walk
YO1 9WT
SE 60444 51645
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JORVIK Viking Centre will Reopen 8th April 2017 charting the history and Impact the Vikings had on the local area
0.5m / 0.8km -
The Ghost Trail Of York -
YO1 7EH
SE 60172 52205
= rooms.mull.retail Hotels nearby. 6 minutes walk
YO1 7EH
SE 60172 52205
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An evening tour around the ancient heart of York.
0.4m / 0.6km -
The Shambles -
YO1 7LZ
SE 60461 51867
= skin.tones.bikes Hotels nearby. 7 minutes walk
YO1 7LZ
SE 60461 51867
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A street in York and popular tourist destination, the street is narrow with old oak timber buildings, shops and eateries which overhang the road, many of the buildings are 600 plus years old
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