Dairy Guest House | City stay in York | Book Now

Reserve directly with us

Up to 10% cheaper

than with Booking.com

Key details

About the Hotel

3 Scarcroft Road, York, United Kingdom, YO23 1ND

Victorian Charm

The Dairy Guest House is a converted Victorian townhouse with original features like stained glass windows, pitch pine doors, and cast iron fire grates. Rooms include high-speed Wi-Fi, smart TVs, tea/coffee facilities, and en-suite bathrooms with rainfall showers. Some rooms overlook a flower-filled courtyard.

Hearty Breakfasts

Breakfast is cooked to order with options like full English, vegetarian, and vegan dishes. Guests can enjoy unlimited toast, tea, and coffee. The menu uses locally sourced ingredients, including sausages from a nearby butcher.

Explore York

The guesthouse is a 15-minute walk from York Minster and the city walls. Nearby attractions include Rowntree Park (5-minute walk), York Racecourse, and The York Dungeon. The Bishy Road area offers independent shops, cafes, and restaurants like The Angel on the Green.

Central Location

Situated 300 yards south of York's medieval walls, the guesthouse is a 10-minute walk to the city center. Bus #7 stops nearby for connections to York Station (20-minute walk or short bus ride). Free on-street parking is available with advance registration.

Personalized Service

Owner Mike provides maps, restaurant recommendations, and local tips. Rooms include extras like bottled water, biscuits, and Diptyque toiletries. Early check-in is available, and the courtyard garden offers a quiet space to relax.

View all

Choose the Room

From cosy doubles to spacious family suites – all with flexible options, breakfast, and exclusive deals.

Superior Single En Suite

Max:

1 person

155 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 Single bed

Shower

Heating

room details

Check Prices

First Floor Double En Suite

Max:

2 persons

175 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Shower

Heating

room details

Check Prices

King-Size Four-Poster Room

Max:

2 persons

205 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

room details

Check Prices

Show all roomsLess

Check Dates & Room Rates

See what's available for your travel dates

Getting around

All Transportation Options at a Glance

City Centre

York2700 ft

Airports

Leeds Bradford (LBA) 30.6 mi

Doncaster Sheffield (DSA) 38.8 mi

Train

York Railway station3300 ft

Bus

Bus stop3000 ft

Amenities

Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay

Wi-Fi

Parking

GBP 15 per day

Luggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour security

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Adults only
Luggage storage
Allergy-free rooms
Smoke detectors
Electric vehicle charging station
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Golf course

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Housekeeping
Shops/Commercial services

Dining

Outdoor dining area
Picnic area/ Tables
Special diet menus

Spa & Leisure

Sun terrace
Garden area
Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Heating
Patio
Terrace
Garden furniture
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
CD player

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

3 Scarcroft Road, York, United Kingdom, YO23 1ND

Map view

3 Scarcroft Road, York, United Kingdom, YO23 1ND

City landmarks

Museum

National Railway Museum

1.0 mi

Church

York Minster

5200 ft

Landmark

York City Walls

2800 ft

Museum

Jorvik Viking Centre

3400 ft

Museum

York Castle Museum

4200 ft

Landmark

Clifford's Tower

2700 ft

Museum

York's Chocolate Story

4300 ft

Park

Rowntree Park

2100 ft

Church

St Wilfrid's Catholic Church

5000 ft

Landmark

The York Dungeon

2900 ft

Church

Priory Church of the Holy Trinity

3000 ft

Event hall

Jacobs Well

3000 ft

Museum

Yorkshire Museum

5100 ft

Landmark

Quilt Museum and Gallery

5200 ft

Public Building

York Guildhall

4300 ft

Landmark

York Museum Gardens

5100 ft

Church

Church of St Mary Bishophill Junior

2600 ft

Event hall

Merchant Taylors Hall

1.0 mi

Square

Saint Helen's Square

4300 ft

Landmark

St. Crux Parish Hall

4300 ft

Landmark

Fairfax House

2900 ft

Church

St Denys's Church

4500 ft

Shopping Area

Stonegate

4800 ft

Landmark

The Hospitium

4800 ft

Landmark

De Grey Rooms And Attached Gates

4900 ft

Landmark

Goodramgate

4900 ft

Event hall

Saint William's College

1.0 mi

Square

Kings Square

1.1 mi

Gallery

York Art Gallery

1.2 mi

Nearby

YorkEngland

Yorkshire Wheel

1300 ft

Restaurants

Trinacria Sicilian Cafe Bar

300 ft

27 Bishopthorpe Road

Rice Style

400 ft

21 Bishopthorpe Rd

Lal Quila

500 ft

17 Bishopthorpe Road

The Angel On The Green

600 ft

2-4 Bishopthorpe Rd

Rowntree Park Reading Cafe

1400 ft

Rowntree Park Lodge Richardson Street Rowntree Park Lodge

The Slip Inn

1300 ft

20 Clementhorpe

The Wild Swan

1300 ft

Main Street Minskip

Wolds Inn

1300 ft

Driffield Road

Guest Ratings & Reviews

Real Guest Experiences & Ratings

William

United Kingdom, August 2023

8.8/10

The hotel is in a vibrant and well-located area, offering clean and spacious rooms with a nice wet room. The service was friendly, but dining options took a while. The location is excellent, near a High Street packed with shops and eateries. Overall, a very good value for money stay.

Rooms

8.0

The room was clean and nice, with a big wet room for added convenience.

Service

9.0

The service, including housekeeping, was friendly and attentive.

Location

10.0

The hotel is brilliantly located, just a short walk from the old town and surrounded by shops and eateries.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was excellent, with perfectly cooked and delicious meals that set us up for the day.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities provided everything we needed for a comfortable stay.

great location

dining took a while

Michael

United Kingdom, July 2023

8.6/10

I had a wonderful stay at the guesthouse. The rooms were very nice, comfortable, and spotlessly clean. The staff were superb, always ready to help. The breakfast options were good, and I really enjoyed the big shower in the bathroom. However, it took a while for my laundry to dry on the small radiator rack.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were very nice, comfortable, and very clean. I loved the big shower in the bathroom.

Service

9.0

The staff at the guesthouse were superb, always ready to assist with anything.

Location

9.0

The location was perfect for a short walk into York. It's very close to the city centre with plenty of eating and drinking options nearby.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was lovely, with a variety of choices for breakfast. However, it took a while despite ordering the night before.

Facilities

8.0

The guesthouse had convenient facilities, and the housekeeping was excellent.

clean

laundry delay

Spencer

United Kingdom, May 2023

8.6/10

The hotel is located in a great area of York, immaculate condition with everything we needed, clean, and well-decorated rooms. The hosts are very welcoming and provide a comfortable stay with a lovely breakfast. However, it is far enough from the center to escape the noise yet within easy walking distance to the main attractions.

Rooms

9.0

The room was in immaculate condition, in a great area of York, and had everything we needed. It was clean and well decorated.

Service

8.0

The hosts were very welcoming and ensured a comfortable stay.

Location

9.0

The hotel is located in an ideal area of York, far enough from the center to escape noise but within easy walking distance to the main attractions. It is also adjacent to a little community of restaurants, food shops, and gift shops on Bishopgate Street.

Dining

9.0

The breakfast felt like a family home experience with many choices and excellent taste.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offers self-service food options and caters well for dietary restrictions.