York mornings, Minster light, a terrace for quiet pauses.
At this property
Pet Friendly
Designated Smoking Area
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Wheelchair Accessible
Balcony/Terrace
Accessibility
Security/Safety
Business Services
Restaurant
Bar
Toiletries
Guest Services
Entertainment
Breakfast
Child Friendly
Heating
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry
Judge's Lodging is a hotel in York set within a small, elegant Grade I listed Georgian townhouse overlooking York Minster. It places you close to the city’s rhythm without putting you in the middle of the heaviest foot traffic, with York Train Station about a 10 minute walk away and Theater Royal just a 2 minute walk from the door. Betty's Tearooms is around the corner, and there are other places to eat nearby, making this a convenient base for days shaped by walking, dining, and easy returns. Inside, the bedrooms lean into comfort with a refined, traditional feel, paired with free Wi-Fi, an LCD Freeview TV, and toiletries. A full English breakfast is included in the room rate, with local suppliers used where possible, so mornings begin with something substantial before you head back out into York. The on site restaurant serves modern British bar and grill dishes, while the two bars offer an easy place to pause in the evening. The property also offers practical touches that support a simpler stay, including laundry services, guest services, and accessible features where available, along with a designated smoking area. Judge's Lodging feels considered rather than showy, shaped by its historic setting, central access, and the sense of staying in a townhouse that still belongs to the pace of the city around it.
Arrivals & Check-in
Photo ID and credit card at check-in, toiletries, Theater Royal 2-minute walk
Hotel · York
Arrival
Minimum age 18, photo ID and credit card required
Bath products
Toiletries , raised toilet
Design
Small Georgian townhouse, overlooks York Minster
Tech
Free Wi-Fi, LCD Freeview TV
Bedrooms & Baths
Bedrooms with Wi-Fi, TV, and simple multi-night function.
Where you sleep
· 20 Bedrooms
· 7 Bathrooms
Coffee house on site
Breakfast in the room
Special diet meals (on request)
Bar
Restaurant
Wine/Champagne
Kids' meals
Bathroom emergency cord
Wheelchair accessible
Raised toilet
Property Amenities
Breakfast, Wi-Fi, and heating in the townhouse
Internet
Child Friendly
Kitchen
Pet Friendly
Designated Smoking Area
Accessibility
Guest Reviews
Judge's Lodging Reviews
“everything about the hotel is as we expected. Everytime we travel to York we stay at the Judges Lodgings. We have been staying here for the past eleven years.”
Deborah
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Sep 26, 2026 07:00:00 AM
“A lovely stay in a historic building, right in the centre of York”
Carol
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Sep 23, 2026 07:00:00 AM
“Excellent location, facilities and staff”
David
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Sep 23, 2026 07:00:00 AM
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Judge's Lodging Reviews
“everything about the hotel is as we expected. Everytime we travel to York we stay at the Judges Lodgings. We have been staying here for the past eleven years.”
Deborah
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Sep 26, 2026 07:00:00 AM
“A lovely stay in a historic building, right in the centre of York”
Carol
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Sep 23, 2026 07:00:00 AM
“Excellent location, facilities and staff”
David
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Sep 23, 2026 07:00:00 AM
“Most of the staff had a smile and were helpful.”
Margaret
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Sep 21, 2026 07:00:00 AM
“Perfectly located for central york”
Janice
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May 6, 2026 07:00:00 AM
“Myself and my mom come to York for a little weekend getaway. We chose the judges lodgings because the photo looked stunn”
Siobhan
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May 4, 2026 07:00:00 AM
Good to know · before you book.
Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation policy
Non refundable
Pet Policy
Pets are not allowed
Stay length
1 Night minimum.
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FAQs
Frequently asked questions
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Is breakfast included at Judge's Lodging?
Yes, a full English breakfast is included in the room rate. Local suppliers are used where possible.
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Are pets allowed at Judge's Lodging?
No, pets are not allowed. The property does not accept them.
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Does Judge's Lodging have an elevator?
No, there is no elevator in the building. Staff can help with luggage.
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Is Judge's Lodging wheelchair accessible?
Yes, the property is wheelchair accessible. It also offers features like a lowered sink, toilet with grab rails, a raised toilet, and a bathroom emergency cord.
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What dining options are available on site?
There is an on-site restaurant and two bars. You can also order room service, and breakfast is available in the room.
Yes, a full English breakfast is included in the room rate. Local suppliers are used where possible.
No, pets are not allowed. The property does not accept them.
No, there is no elevator in the building. Staff can help with luggage.
Yes, the property is wheelchair accessible. It also offers features like a lowered sink, toilet with grab rails, a raised toilet, and a bathroom emergency cord.
There is an on-site restaurant and two bars. You can also order room service, and breakfast is available in the room.