I stayed at Bowen house with my mum for two nights in May 2012. The B and B is about 20 minutes walk from the train station, past the minster and under Monk Bar. We had the cute and cosy twin room (number 1) which had a seperate bathroom just a few steps down from the room. the room was... More

We stayed here at the beginning of may 2012 and thoroughly enjoyed it. Big thanks to Diane for a warm welcome, clean rooms and a great breakfast, she couldn't do enough for us (and she was full of the cold). I don't know why people leave negative comments - maybe some people just like to moan!. Would stay again if... More

Had a very enjoyable stay here, couldn't fault anything. Very friendly welcome, the room was of good size, cosy with a great shower! Diane was so helpfull and accommodating, we arranged for early breakfast which was no problem atall! Private parking was good and location excellent, only 5 min walk to the shambles! Thanks for a lovely stay More

We stayed here 3 nights and no issues at all, stayed in room 3 and it had a very nice ensuite bathroom. Breakfast was superb and the family very friendly More

Great location, minutes into the centre of York. Room was great but an attic room was just not for my 6ft 3 husband! Tea, coffee available in the room and a nice touch with the biscuits! Fab shower and nice bathroom. Diane is very friendly and helpful ( a bit like Victoria Wood in a sketch!). Breakfast room was lovely,... More

Bowen House was a lovely bed and breakfast just a short walk from York city centre. It is set back into a side street so is quiet and not disturbed by passing traffic. The owner Diane, was very accommodating, friendly and very helpful. The room was lovely and clean with a lot of personal touches which made it stand out... More

This is a 5min walk to york central. Rooms are small but your are only sleeping there. The food in the morning was great and so are the owners. They are very helpfull with what to see. Price is very reasonable. More

I have stayed here twice and had a wonderful time on both occasions. The location is very good - a short, easy walk from the town centre - and the welcome is lovely. I was so impressed by the attention to detail throughout, which touched everything from the furnishings to sweets and a fascinating book on the city. The breakfast... More

We came back from York yesterday after spending a lovely couple of days there. The bed and breakfast was excellent, The owner was very welcoming and the room was very comfortable , and well equipped. The full english breakfast was great and there was a large selection of cereals too. Peter was very helpul and would give you tips on... More