The Watergate Inn – A Favorite for Families in York
About the Hotel
Rooms & Layout
The Watergate Inn offers 13 rooms with various layouts. The original building houses single, double, and family-style rooms, including a group room that sleeps up to five. All rooms have en-suite bathrooms, flat-screen TVs, and tea/coffee facilities. Some rooms overlook the car park and decked garden, while others face the River Foss. First-floor rooms at the back are quieter, away from street noise.
Dining & Drinks
The inn serves food from an authentic charcoal grill, including gourmet burgers, hot dogs, and chicken dishes. The bar offers fine ales, wines, spirits, and soft drinks. Guests can dine in the riverside beer garden by the River Foss. A new app speeds up service for food and drink orders.
Leisure & Surroundings
The riverside beer garden provides a spot to relax after exploring York. Nearby activities include fishing, visiting York Racecourse, or playing golf at Heworth Golf Club. The inn is smoke-free and has barbecue grills available for guest use.
Location & Access
The Watergate Inn is in York City Centre, 1.5 km from York's ancient walls. It's 55 km from Leeds Bradford International Airport. Key landmarks nearby include York Museum Gardens (1 km), Clifford's Tower (0.5 km), and the National Railway Museum (1.5 km). York is halfway between London and Edinburgh, with the Yorkshire Dales and North York Moors nearby.
Services & Features
The inn provides free Wi-Fi, gas central heating, and double-glazed windows. Reception is not staffed 24/7, keeping rates lower. Staff live on-site for assistance. Wedding services and a picnic area are available. The property is surrounded by local businesses, shops, and eateries within York's historic walls.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- No parking
- Pets allowed
- Luggage storage
Sports & Fitness
- Cycling
- Fishing
Dining
- Bar/ Lounge area
Spa & Leisure
- BBQ facilities
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Location
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