Novotel York Centre

4-star family-friendly hotel with indoor pool and sauna near York Minster

Amenities

Novotel York Centre offers an indoor swimming pool available from 7am to 10pm, with 30-minute slots that must be pre-booked at reception for exclusive access. The hotel has a sauna and a spacious outdoor terrace for relaxation and dining. An on-site gourmet bar serves international dishes and light snacks, while 24-hour room service and private parking (at a competitive rate) add convenience, along with an electric vehicle charging station.

Rooms

Guest rooms at the York Novotel are spacious and include an en-suite bathroom with a separate toilet. Each room has a 55-inch LCD TV, tea and coffee making facilities, and a mini fridge. Superior rooms offer sofa beds, and accessible rooms include emergency cords, lower sinks, and grab rails in the toilet.

Location

The Novotel York Centre sits on the banks of the River Foss, a short river stroll to the city centre and less than 2 km from York Minster. York Railway Station is 2 km away, and York Racecourse is a 10-minute drive or a 20-minute walk. The Barbican is just a short walk from the hotel.

Dining

The hotel's Gourmet Bar serves a range of international dishes, light snacks, and afternoon tea. Breakfast offers a variety of options including cooked and continental choices, with kids' meals available. The on-site restaurant also serves evening meals, with a Sunday roast noted as a highlight, and a 12.5% service charge added to restaurant bills.

Family & Business

Novotel York Centre is family-friendly, offering family rooms, a children's games room in the reception area, and engagement with local community events. Business travellers have access to conference space and meeting/banquet facilities. The hotel is pet-friendly (with a charge for dogs) and provides luggage storage and express check-in/check-out.

• Location: On the banks of River Foss, 10 min walk to York Minster
• Rooms: Spacious rooms with en-suite bathroom and separate toilet
• Dining: Gourmet Bar with international dishes and afternoon tea
• Wellness: Indoor swimming pool and sauna (pre-book 30-min slots)
• Family: Family rooms and children's games room
• Business: Conference space and meeting facilities
• Parking: Private parking with electric vehicle charging station