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Guy Fawkes Inn

Guy Fawkes Inn
Guy Fawkes Inn – York
Guy Fawkes Inn – York
Check in 4:00 PM
Check out 11:00 AM

About Guy Fawkes Inn

Standing next to York Minster, Guy Fawkes Inn was the birthplace of the notorious plotter, Guido Fawkes. The Inn offers rooms with attached bathroom with free WiFi and flat-screen TV's. Each of the thirteen rooms have been decorated individually, feature antique feature, tea/coffee making facilities and complimentary toiletries. Many of the rooms also enjoy a landmark view. Guy Fawkes Inn retains many of its original features including gas lighting, real log fires and the timber staircase. You can also dine by candlelight in the restaurant, which serves classic pub-food from locally sourced ingredients and the bar stocks a range of real ales. The York Ghost Walk Experience leaves from York Minster each Saturday at 19:00 and both York Theater Royal and the National Railway Museum are just a 5-minute walk away.

Amenities

  • 24-hour front desk
  • On-site dining
  • Bar / lounge
  • Café / coffee shop
  • Breakfast available
  • Express check-in / check-out
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Family friendly
  • Smoke-free property

Reviews

4.2 / 5
Great 632 reviews
  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    For older people may be akward as buildimg so old floors are uneven . Window sash brolen in room 5 could not keep b wimdoe open

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Loved the history and it was very unique and quaint. It is truly in the middle of everything and the restaurant was very yummy.

  • Engine customer May 2026

    Shower flooded first night . Wasn't draining. Drain trap had a mountain of hair in it . Clearly hadn't been cleaned in months hence the water wasn't draining. OK once I cleaned it myself.. Very noisy atm at about 8am onwards. Renovations ongoing at the church opposite.

  • Engine customer May 2026

    The beds! Nothing

  • Engine customer Apr 2026

    Location Dark steep stairs

  • Engine customer Apr 2026

    Historical, great location!

  • Engine customer Mar 2026

    Great location. Very full of character and ambiance. Can see the Minster right out the windows. We had the suite on the top floor, room 14. There was a VERY musty smell to the place. They should seriously consider scented diffusers. The towel warmer didn't work. Unable to get the radiator heat to work. Portable, electric heater was broken. The shower leaked and soaked the floor. Very limited supply of hot water. The toilet ran. Many low ceiling areas; hit our heads a few times.

  • Engine customer Feb 2026

    Lacking housekeeping skills

  • Engine customer Feb 2026

    It was a bit cold (though the blankets were enough and it wasn't a problem for sleeping) and a bit noisy (which is logical for an inn), but it went quiet around midnight.

  • Engine customer Jan 2026

    Staying in a 500 year old inn that was the home of a famous revolutionary was a fascinating experience. It was by far the oldest room I've ever slept in and I wondered at length as to who had been born, and died in that space. It is next door to Yorkminster, the ancient cathedral of York and a great location all around. The food for both breakfast and dinner was delicious and staff were friendly and efficient. Be prepared for uneven floors and doorways that aren't square, but if to want that, stay in a newer hotel. We loved every minute. Great bar too! There was scaffolding outside of our window but that was temporary and scheduled to be removed right after we left. We were hoping to see a ghost or two, but no luck, despite the rumors that it is haunted.

  • Engine customer Jan 2026

    Very central, and happy to help Nothing

  • Engine customer Dec 2025

    The History , the character and convenience The age of the building doesn’t allow double glazing so a little noisy but that’s acceptable , they didn’t say that the bell ringers who are out of tune had a practice on Tuesday evenings

  • Engine customer Oct 2025

    It hit the mark for the experience we were seeking - English Pub with rooms. Location was perfect for our stay in York and for some nearby touring. Easy to pop back to room during the day, pop out for an evening walk. Lively pub and restaurant, fun to feel like it’s your “home” Unfortunately the restaurant had an issue with their refrigeration and that limited the menu for the evening we had dinner reservations - as well as the breakfast choices for one of our mornings.

  • Engine customer Oct 2025

    Location was fabulous. It was a quirky beautiful old building with great history. Lovely beer garden and amazing staff. Because it was a pub, it was VERY LOUD in my room. Impossible to go to sleep until pub closed at 11 pm. No on site parking. Long term parking was at least a 15 min walk which was difficult w luggage.

  • Engine customer Aug 2025

    I absolutely loved my stay! The hotel is very unique as it is several hundreds of years old. I loved the quirks of the unstable floors and stairs. The decorations are absolutely beautiful! The staff was very friendly. The breakfast was huge and very tasty. This is definitely the perfect spot for you if you want a unique stay that has a lot of character. I absolutely loved staying in room 14, the top floor suite! It’s in the perfect location! I loved everything!

  • Engine customer Aug 2025

    Loved the bar area and the enchanted garden at the back. The view was over the rooftops. Substantial breakfast, friendly staff, excellent location. Nothing.

  • Engine customer Jun 2025

    Lovely Nothing

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  • Engine customer May 2025

    The history of the Inn and the extensive facilities

  • Engine customer May 2025

    Great location. Quaint - picturesque Quaint - Room needed updating.

Frequently asked questions about Guy Fawkes Inn

Does Guy Fawkes Inn have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, Guy Fawkes Inn offers free Wi-Fi for all guests.
Does Guy Fawkes Inn offer parking?
On-site parking is not listed at Guy Fawkes Inn. Public parking may be available nearby.
Does Guy Fawkes Inn have meeting spaces, conference centers, or conference rooms?
Guy Fawkes Inn does not list dedicated meeting or conference facilities. For business event venues in York, see business hotels in York.
Does Guy Fawkes Inn have a fitness center?
Guy Fawkes Inn does not list an on-site fitness center. Some properties partner with nearby gyms — check directly with the hotel.
Where is Guy Fawkes Inn located, and how walkable is the area?
Guy Fawkes Inn is located at 25 High Petergate, York, YO1 7HP. With a Walk Score of 98, the area is rated Walker's Paradise. Most daily errands can be done on foot — ideal for travelers without a car.

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