Travelers start their day with a hearty breakfast before exploring York Minster, then return to a genuine home-away-from-home feeling at this welcoming guesthouse.
St Raphael Guest House in Clifton is a short walk from York Minster. Guests praise the full breakfasts, practical amenities like laundry facilities, and free in-room WiFi. The helpful staff adds to the warm, inviting atmosphere.
Clifton, a neighbourhood in York, is home to St Raphael Guest House. Notable landmarks in the area include York Minster and Shambles. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at York Barbican or LNER Community Stadium. Visit our York travel guide
Close to Shambles, St Raphael Guest House provides amenities, such as free full breakfast and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this guest house include:
Free self-parking
Luggage storage, tour/ticket information and smoke-free property
Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at St Raphael Guest House offer comforts such as free WiFi and free bottled water.
Free full breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM
Family friendly
Laundry facilities
Conveniences
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance
Accessibility
No lift
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Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV with digital channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
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Desk
Heating
Iron/ironing board
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
Property is also known as
St Raphael Guest House Guesthouse York
St Raphael Guest House York
St Raphael Guest House York
St Raphael Guest House Guesthouse
St Raphael Guest House Guesthouse York
Frequently asked questions
Is St Raphael Guest House pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at St Raphael Guest House?
As of 17 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at St Raphael Guest House on 18 Mar 2026 start from €115, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at St Raphael Guest House?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at St Raphael Guest House?
Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; check-in end time: midnight.
What time is check-out at St Raphael Guest House?
Checkout is at 10:30 AM.
Where is St Raphael Guest House located?
Located in Clifton, this guesthouse is within a 10-minute walk of St Mary's Lodge and York Minster. Yorkshire Museum Gardens and St. Olave's Church are also within 10 minutes. York Station is 10 minutes by foot and York (QQY-York Train Station) is 11 minutes.
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Reviews
St Raphael Guest House Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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9.8
Cleanliness
9.6
Location
9.8
Staff & service
9.4
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 198 out of 263 reviews
10 - Excellent
198
Rating 8 - Good. 57 out of 263 reviews
8 - Good
57
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 263 reviews
6 - Okay
7
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 263 reviews
4 - Poor
1
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 263 reviews
2 - Terrible
0
Reviews
Verified
8/10 Good
Peter
17 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean, staff were lovely and breakfast was good too.
Recommended. Free parking. Great breakfast. Nice room. Only short 10 min walk from York centre.
Susan
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Susannah Jane
18 Jan 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The property was in a quiet location & only 10 minute walk to the old city walls & shopping areas. Car parking isnt on site but there is allocated on-road parking nearby.
Breakfast was nice but you have to choose your breakfast selection the evening before.
Probably best to book a first floor bedroom rather than second as our room was small & sounded like it was close to a heating boiler or something running all night. The room was clean but had a sliding bathroom door for space which didnt shut properly & only 1 spare socket not near any mirror or table.
Walkable in to town, clean and roomy, good options for breakfast. Would have benefited from a message in advance of arrival with instructions for arrival but otherwise a good property.
Great place to stay within easy walking distance of the town walls. We booked the Ebor suite. It was comfortable and spacious. Staff were friendly and accomodating- especially when we needed to leave early.
Such a great location with delicious, expansive breakfast spread and comfortable, cozy rooms. Staff and ownership was utterly delightful, helpful, and gracious.
Great place to stay in york, staff were lovely and amazing. Breakfast was amazing. My place to stay in york from now on. Manager was a lovely man, and his staff were perfect. Room was amazing and more than we needed. Great location for york city centre.
A fantastic location with very friendly, helpful staff. The price was beyond competitive considering the parking and breakfast were included. The only negative would be that the towels were a little fusty but overall a great stay and i would definitely book again if i was visiting york.