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Grand York, The
York, England, United Kingdom · Independent · Accessible Luxury
William Bell and Horace Field raised this 1906 North Eastern Railway headquarters in York, marble and oak for a rail company that wanted the building to look like power. It reopened as a hotel in 2010, Grand Boardroom intact. The house bills itself as York's only five-star, four minutes from the station, opposite the city walls.
- Opened 2010
- Neighborhood: Station Rise
- Rooms from 334 sq ft (31 m²)
- Architect: William Bell and Horace Field
About Grand York, The
- Built in 1906 as North Eastern Railway headquarters by William Bell and Horace Field.
- Restored and opened as a hotel in 2010; marble interiors, oak-panelled rooms, and the original Grand Boardroom remain.
- Markets itself as York's only five-star hotel, opposite the city walls and a short walk from the station.
- Entry-level rooms start at 334 sq ft (31 m²).
History
The Grand, York was built in 1906 as the headquarters of the North Eastern Railway, designed by William Bell and Horace Field. After decades as offices it was restored and reopened as a hotel in 2010, keeping marble interiors, oak-panelled rooms, and the original Grand Boardroom.
Restaurants and bars
- Legacy — Restaurant · modern Yorkshire cuisine
Experiences
- The Cookery School — Hands-on cookery classes located within the hotel, encouraging collaboration, creativity and friendly competition.
- 1906 Cocktail Masterclass — Interactive cocktail masterclass led by expert mixologists.
- Wine Tasting — Guided by sommelier Derek Scaife, a sensory journey through curated vintages.
Amenities
- Spa
- Indoor pool
- Sauna
- Hot tub
- Fitness center
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