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The Farthings Guest House

4.0 star property
Guesthouse within easy reach of Shambles

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Free daily full breakfast
Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets
Hallway
When you stay at The Farthings Guest House, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from York Minster and Shambles. Free perks include WiFi, self parking, and full breakfast daily between 8 AM and 9:30 AM. Also, this guest house is within a short drive of University of York. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and breakfast.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (2)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Flat-panel TV
  • Bathrobes
  • Offsite parking available
  • Free toiletries

Room options

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Twin Room, Ensuite | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Double Room, Ensuite | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, Ensuite

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, Shared Bathroom | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Wardrobe or closet
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Twin Room, Ensuite | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Twin Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Wardrobe or closet
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Single Room, Shared Bathroom | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room, Shared Bathroom

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 120 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
5 Nunthorpe Avenue, York, England, YO23 1PF

What's nearby

  • York Christmas Market - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Jorvik Viking Centre - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • York Racecourse - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Shambles - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • York Minster - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford) - 41 min drive
  • York (QQY-York Train Station) - 12 min walk
  • York Station - 13 min walk
  • Hammerton Station - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Punch Bowl - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Golden Ball - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Windmill Inn - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪BrewDog York - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Hotel du Vin York - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Farthings Guest House

When you stay at The Farthings Guest House, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from York Minster and Shambles. Free perks include WiFi, self parking, and full breakfast daily between 8 AM and 9:30 AM. Also, this guest house is within a short drive of University of York. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and breakfast.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 9 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (noon - 1:00 PM) and Monday - Sunday (5:00 PM - 9:00 PM)
    • Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Onsite parking available only on request
    • Free onsite self parking
    • Free offsite parking within 10 ft; reservations required
    • Street parking available
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast each morning 8 AM–9:30 AM

What to do

  • Bicycle rentals nearby

Services

  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Bicycle parking

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

More

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Restaurant dining guide

Fees & policies

Parking

  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Diners Club, JCB International
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does The Farthings Guest House offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Farthings Guest House does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Farthings Guest House?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Farthings Guest House?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Farthings Guest House?

Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at The Farthings Guest House and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as cycling.

What's the area around The Farthings Guest House like?

The Farthings Guest House is a short 16-minute walk from Shambles and 9 minutes' walk from Micklegate Bar.

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Reviews

The Farthings Guest House Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.4

Eco-friendliness

9.4

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as outstanding, excellent, superb, and out of this world with a wide range of quality options. (39 reviews)
  • Ample parking spaces available, including free parking for guests, with easy access and a convenient location. (4 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Brilliant stay,clean room parking fine Staff lovely and attentive
Louise, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

The room was lovely and clean and tidy. The staff were very friendly and welcoming and the breakfasts were beautiful.
Pam, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Helpful and cheerful staff. Allowed us to leave luggage for free after checking out
Len, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Happy with our stay. Room was comfortable and the food options at breakfast were plentiful
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic!

Absolutely fantastic place to stay. The host and team were really friendly and helpful, breakfast was delicious, the place was easy to get to. It was an all round fabulous experience, and I felt incredibly safe
Cordy, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We had a lovely weekend stay at The Farthings. A warm, friendly abode just a 20 min walk from the centre of York in a lovely suburb of the city.
CATRIONA, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely food Very nice people Great Lovation
kathleen, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely guest house, with wonderful host. Breakfasts really gorgeous. Easy walk to the centre of York, with plenty of routes to choose from.
Alison, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very pleasant stay, friendly hosts and great breakfast.
Jackie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent stay

Room was spotless and the breakfast was out of this world. The staff were extremely helpful from arrival until departure.
Nigel, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good for parking. close to center, nice room with xcellant staff and a great breakfast
Gerald, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect place to stay

A lovely place, perfect location, clean, comfortable and very friendly. Breakfast was fabulous. Will definitely be making a return visit!
Mary, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hosts lovely comfortable room and food was excellent.
Brian, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice and helpful hosts; fine breakfasts; decor both interesting and comfortable; location in York great for my venue and nearness to the station.
Sally, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Short walk from train station and back into town centre. Great Full english breakfast included-although not mentioned in expedia booking so reconfirm with GH . Clean and tidy property
David, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely staff and Lovely breakfast
John, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Gem of a B&B in York nice place Couple who run it are 1st Cass and the breakfast is great
George, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

We had a lovely stay and the ladies were very nice.
Carol, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely little stay for me and my daughter and owner was easy to get hold of and very helpful would definitely stay again
Lisa, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Convenient
Aaron, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The property was close to the centre of York only a short walk Property was ideal staff were so friendly and helpful breakfast was amazing It was an ideal place to staff will definitely be returning
Jeanette, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

great stay

Lovely guest house with lovely host & staff, very clean, great en-suite room, great breakfasts, 15 minutes from York center so very close to all the attractions, will definetly book again for another break
phillip, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent place to stay

Very clean, well run guest house. Excellent breakfast. Convenient location, just a short walk to the city centre.
Anthony, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A nice stroll to the centre of the city. Friendly, clean decent value. Enjoyed my stay.
Robert, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect!

Excellent location and wonderful accommodation! Helen was very helpful and she has created a little oasis of comfort in York. Highly recommend!!
Elaine, 4-night trip