Clementine's Guest House

It was quirky and quite different.

The architecture and excellent decoration is reminiscent of an older time period but brought in to the modern era. There are limitations obviously, such as lack of air conditioning, limited electrical power points in rooms to accommodate modern devices such as laptops or devices with USB charging systems. There again perhaps not a major issue if you are on a holiday visit. There was no shaver point ( for the men) in the suite we stayed in. Overall a bit like a return to Downton Abbey. The lack of air conditioning was resolved by a fan in the room, much needed as a July stay coincided with 32C heat. Room and bed was very comfortable and the shower room / toilet was superb. Staff are unobtrusive but very helpful and always to hand when needed. The breakfast is top quality and served in a splendid room, although a small one that the staff have to manage the breakfast timings. The location is relatively central within York and within easy walking distance and set in a quiet residential area. Car parking is available but space is very limited and at a cost of £15 per night. The surrounding street areas are mostly resident permit parking but check out the local parking regulations for weekend parking.

Everything was perfect and exceeded all expectations! The room was extremely cozy and had all the facilties we required - the bed was very comfy and the bathroom was really modern which included an amazing shower with great water pressure. The Breakfast was of a very high standard and a delicious way to start both days. The staff were also very welcoming, friendly and helpful from start to finish. We also loved the guest house bar in the evenings (the hot chocolates were a delicious way to warm up after a cold day out in York!). We would definitely return to this guest house for another stay!

The property is magical from the outside. I would love to stay again! The reception staff were incredible and so sweet. It was a trek to the room but we loved the maze of art work, displayed around the corridors. Our room was a work of art! So quirky and full of excitement. It has everything you could need, including fans for the heat (very hot in the top rooms). We didn't venture into the bar or for breakfast, but they looked great. I loved how I could leave my car at 11am on check in day and leave it till 12pm on check out day. Special touch.

The photos promised something special that I was concerned may not live up to reality. However, the Clementine's experience exceeded our expectations. It was a joy, a privilege, to stay in such a sumptuously comfortable hotel with exquisite taste. It was inspirational; the styling and detailing in the room was a source of constant engagement (we never used the generously sized TV!). The bathroom was a stunning marriage of contemporary facilities with Victorian splendour and colour. The fragrance of the liquid soap still echoes in my senses. The garden sitting area was very impressive and I wish wonderful nearby York, with all its attractions, afforded us more time to spend in it. Being walking distance (a lovely walk alongside varied and interesting architecture). The staff I spoke with were all wonderful; friendly, confident and seemingly very proud of the service and facilities they were delivering. Overall, I feel Clementine's delivers the authenticate and full 'York' experience where the city's colourful past, full of mystique and charm, becomes part of the whole visit. I am so grateful there are businesses like Clementine's that are working hard to provide Britain, and particularly its overseas visitors, with something special, based on its culture and history, and less 'international generic'. Clementines has bags of personality.