I recently organised a works dance at the Monkbar Hotel for the third time in the last ten years. As before the assistance from the hotel in organising the dance and the level of friendliness of the staff was first class.
The location is excellent only a few minutes from the city walls and everyone who attended the dance was very complimentary about not only the hotel and its location but also the friendliness of the staff.
Overall I would recommend this hotel to anyone looking for a quality hotel in York be it for a short stay or longer.

The hotel is in a great location and close to the centre of York. The hotel reception is comfortable and staff very welcoming. However the rooms require updating, the one that we stayed in for two nights was dated, needed decorating and required a new bathroom.

Have stayed at this hotel on a regular basis over the past 10 years and it is an excellent base for exploring the city. The rooms are a bit of a mix in terms of standard and I note that a refurbishment programme is on hold at the moment. But we had a nice one (116) and although one that is 'on hold' for updating, was spacious with a comfy sofa. Pleased to say we have booked to return and hope that the hotel continues to look after loyal guests with their warm welcome and the desire that you have an enjoyable stay.

Return visit after three years ; this time to see the sights I was unable to previously since I caught a thousand spots and fever diagnosed as measles; at my age ! My wife and I travelled up by train and our friends drove. Arriving late with a crowded car park, reception were very helpful and allowed them temporarily to park in a disabled bay and then they were moved when space became available. We'd booked before Christmas and Magdalena on reservations was able to give us (both couples) upgrades to well ordered kingsized rooms overlooking the quiet inner courtyard of the main hotel; an added extra was a welcome back box of truffles.
Overall cheery and helpful staff both at breakfast from the friendly Julia who brought me two plates of delicious whole kippers (when I had envisaged two fillets), and at Saturday night dinner when despite there being a large party they were able to accomodate us for the good value early bird meal. Even better was the voucher in the room for a complimentary glass of wine /soft drink.Overall a very comfortable hotel and enjoyable stay in a excellent location opposite,as the name suggests, the Monkbar.