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The Vanguard - York Residence

4.0 star property

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Standard Room
Exterior
Family Suite
Family Suite | Living room
Interior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

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83 Eldon St, York, England, YO31 7NH
  • Place, York St. John University
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, York Minster
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Shambles
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Suite

Family Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About this property

The Vanguard - York Residence

Guesthouse in York, near York Minster
This smoke-free guesthouse features self parking, express check-in, and express check-out. WiFi in public areas is free.
The Vanguard - York Residence offers 12 accommodations with minibars and complimentary bottled water. 40-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels and Netflix.

Bathrooms include showers and hair dryers. This York guesthouse provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Housekeeping is provided daily.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at The Vanguard - York Residence. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from York St. John University. Free WiFi in public areas and self parking (surcharge) are available.
  • Free WiFi (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
  • Self parking available for a fee
  • Services include luggage storage
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the clean accommodations
  • 15 minutes by foot from Shambles and a 2-minute drive from York Minster
As a guest of The Vanguard - York Residence, you'll find express check-in and express check-out. WiFi is free in public spaces. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4-star York guesthouse is smoke free.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (GBP 7 per night)

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 20.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for GBP 10.0 per week.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A damage deposit of GBP 200 will be collected before check-in.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Self parking fee: GBP 7 per night
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 10.0 per week
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 20.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a debit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
This property does not have a front desk. Guests will be asked to provide the property with a copy of their passport before arrival. Guests will receive an email 48 hours before arrival with check-in information and lockbox information. Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

The Vanguard York York
The Vanguard York Residence
The Vanguard - York Residence York
The Vanguard - York Residence Guesthouse
The Vanguard - York Residence Guesthouse York

Reviews

The Vanguard - York Residence Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 61 out of 81 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 81 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 81 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 81 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 81 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfortable, Clean and Convenient Stay

We had a fantastic stay at The Vanguard in York. Set in a residential area, it’s a well-located base just a 15–20 minute stroll from the city’s main attractions. The interior was spotless, modern and well-equipped. Self check-in was easy, and communication via WhatsApp was smooth and efficient. The manager was responsive and went out of their way to ensure a comfortable stay — including arranging parking (on-street or off-street) and a late check-out that made our final day much easier. Well-run, thoughtful and great value. We’d happily stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very nice. A couple of small things: 1- It would have been nice to know there was a flight of narrow stairs to get to room, 2- Bathroom sink is blocked by overhanging cabinets, toothbrushing very difficult, 3- bathroom door drifts open against the bed unless closed and then the bathroom is very hot.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A Perfect Stay in the Heart of York – The Vanguard Residence It truly doesn’t get any better than The Vanguard Residence. Perfectly situated in the heart of York, this gem offers everything you could ask for — with the city's historic landmarks, charming streets, restaurants, and bars all just a short walk away. The accommodation itself is outstanding. The bed was exceptionally comfortable — one of the best nights of sleep I’ve had in any hotel. The room featured modern, tasteful decor and came fully equipped with air conditioning, a coffee maker, and a fridge, making it both stylish and practical. Attention to detail and high standards are evident throughout the property. On-site parking was a huge plus, especially in such a central location. Highly recommended for anyone visiting York — whether for a romantic getaway, a cultural trip, or a relaxing break, The Vanguard Residence is the perfect choice.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely stay

Lovely stay, the room was very clean and had coffee/tea facilities and a fridge. Water was hot and good pressure for a shower. Room was a little snug but it is fine for a night or two. 15 min walk to York and parking. Area seemed safe
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Zac

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Bank holiday stay

Excellent accommodation. Clean, modern, great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Would stay again

Nice room. 10 minute walk to town centre so very convenient. Complimentary bottles of water. Good contact with hosts. I left my tablet in the room when we checked out, good communication to get it returned to me
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy walking distance of York city centre, clean and plenty of room.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jayne

Disliked: Staff & service
Accommodation most certainly isn’t a hotel, at most it could be classed as student room in someone’s house and in a very unappealing area. Ridiculous check in having to wait for self check in key pad to work (and being told by host to wait outside in a very seedy area for 3 minutes whilst the lock resets itself) I most certainly will not return and will not recommend to anyone in fact would go as far as letting people know how bad it is and definitely well over priced. Can’t understand how you get away with selling it as you do the pictures you advertise certainly do not show the deprived area it is situated in.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice but not a hotel for a romantic night away more like a simple room in a budget
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Jim

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vicky

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely little place

Lovely little place, not far from the centre, very modern and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very efficient self-checking in process. Easy 20 min walk to centre of York.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was really comfortable and clean. Really happy with our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great communication, we only stayed 1 night. Walking distance to the Shambles and great shops. We were even allowed to leave our luggage there until we were ready to go.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Iris

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and comfortable staying with very good and detailed instructions for check in and parking
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect long weekend stay

A great long weekend stay. Lovely room stocked with all we needed. Clean, comfortable and good space. Clear self check in and parking instructions. Hosts made sure we were happy with everything and gave a super breakfast recommendedation! Ideal location for short walk into York. Doddle of a check out too.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

York stay

Place and service was excellent and the owner helped us so much with check in and parking , only 1 issue with our stay the 10am check out wasn’t late enough think 11am would be a lot better for all clients . But nice place and had a great sleep very peaceful
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Good but some issues

2 things. 1- it’s not value for money. For the same price -You could get holiday inn/ even delta Marriott if booked a few weeks in advance and they are much Much superior. 2- the location/ getting to it is very difficult. Narrow streets, you get lost half the time…parking is charged separately- you are told to fill forms… all not straight forward. It’s a converted house basically, allot of taste and effort has gone into converting it. It’s nice and clean. They check you are uk via WhatsApp, but all is remote. Maybe I am used to staying in chains such as delta, holiday inn, premiere inn etc - but comparing them as their price is less than this place .
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Volkan

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Nice house, rooms are clean, parking is easy, suitable for business travelers with a limited budget. The only problem is the front door lock is not working as it should, and since there's no reception, if you make three incorrect entries, you have to wait outside for 5 minutes before you can try again. If the weather is cold and you've come from a long journey, it tests your patience at the door. Apart from that, it's a comfortable house, I would recommend it if they fix the entrance lock."
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Superb Accommodation !

One nights stay in a beautifully maintained clean guest house . Fifteen minute slow walk to York Minster Communication excellent throughout . Thankyou !
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

2/10 Terrible

David

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
water leaked from ceiling onto bed and property owners refused to provide compensation.