Nestling beneath the citys ancient walls, the Royal York stands proud in beautifully kept gardens and has spectacular views overlooking the historic city and York Minster. This magnificent Victorian building has recently undergone a major £7 million refurbishment and investment programme to enable us to offer the ultimate in luxury hotel accommodation, facilities and standards. The hotel is within walking distance of the city centre and many places of interest including the Shambles, National Railway Museum, York Race Course and provides an ideal base from which to visit the stunning scenery of the Yorkshire Dales. All 167 of the hotels en-suite bedrooms have been furnished to an upper four star standard to ensure your comfort is guaranteed. Whether you choose a standard or contemporary room either in the hotel or the mews, you can be assured that you will experience one of the most comfortable and memorable bedroom experiences in the country.The Royal York offers unrivalled facilities for meetings, conferences, banqueting and special events with function rooms, equipped to the highest of standards accommodating between 2 and 410 people including the purpose built world class events centre which can seat 410 delegates theatre style or 200 people for dinner. The hotel boasts a fully equipped leisure centre complete with swimming pool, sauna, whirlpool spa and gymnasium. The brand new Tempus Bar is the ideal venue to meet new friends or relax whilst having a pre-dinner drink. Easily accessible by road, rail and air, the Royal York Hotel and Events Centre is conveniently located adjacent to York Station and has ample on-site car parking with a charge of £10.00 per car for 24hrs.