The best spa hotels in York

Hey! Indulge in the ultimate pampering experience at one of these luxurious spa hotels. Designed to provide relaxation, rejuvenation, and tranquility, these properties offer an array of wellness services that range from massages and facials to yoga classes and meditation sessions. To make your search for the perfect spa hotel in in York easier, I've compiled this list of top-rated properties for your consideration. So sit back, relax, and explore your options - your ultimate wellness retreat awaits!

• 1 No 1 by GuestHouse, York York, United Kingdom

  

  Hotel. A boutique hotel in the heart of York just a 10-minute walk from York Minster. The building is a Grade II Listed Regency townhouse with sash windows, high ceilings, a sweeping central staircase, and ivy around the door. Inside you’ll find pantries stocked full of treats, great restaurant food throughout the day, drinks from the bar and a spa centred on bespoke therapies. There’s 39 bedrooms, including three suites that are dotted around the building’s three floors. Each one has its quirks courtesy of the building’s heritage detailing. The rooms feature a flat-screen Smart TV, tea/coffee making facilities, an iron and hairdryer in the wardrobe. The spa sits down in the arches of the cellar. It’s a cocooning world of bespoke wellbeing experiences. There are five treatment rooms, including a room for two. And a soothing space for post-treatment relaxation. And the chefs craft dishes from breakfast through to supper and the bar team serves all day. GuestHouse are passionate about creating special experiences and for those wanting to book a larger space, No.1 is home to The Bootham Room, a private dining space, ideal for a larger family lunch, weekend get together with a dozen friends, or a celebratory event. A paid private car park is located on site. York Railway Station can be reached in 15 minutes on foot. Show full description Guest review score 9.4, rooms from around 115 GBP.

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• 2 The Grand, York York, United Kingdom

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of York. The 5-star Grand Hotel offers stylish rooms and a luxury vaulted spa. Set in the iconic Grade II listed former railway headquarters, it has bedrooms that feature free WiFi, a flat-screen TV, bathrobes, slippers, Molton Brown toiletries and an evening turn down service. The Rise Restaurant, Terrace & Bar offers modern British cuisine, with locally sourced, freshly prepared dishes. The open kitchen and spacious setting at The Rise, York creates an immersive and social dining experience for guests, guests can enjoy afternoon tea, lunch time snacks or an evening of luxury. The luxury spa at The Grand has a 13-metre swimming pool, hot tub, sauna and steam room. An array of health, beauty and wellness therapies and remedies can also be booked within the spa's vaulted treatment rooms. There is also a modern fitness center, the complimentary use of which is open to guests staying in all rooms, however requires prior reservation for a limited time slot. Pool and spa access and treatments are subject to availability. Show full description Guest review score 9.0, rooms from around 155 GBP.

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• 3 Malmaison York York, United Kingdom

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of York. Situated conveniently in the centre of York, Malmaison York offers air-conditioned rooms, a fitness centre, free WiFi and a shared lounge. This 4-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. Guests can enjoy British and Japanese dishes at the restaurant or have a cocktail at the bar. The units at the hotel come with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a safety deposit box. At Malmaison York all rooms are fitted with a private bathroom with free toiletries and a hairdryer. The daily breakfast offers buffet, à la carte or Full English/Irish options. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include York Railway station, York Train Station and York Minster. The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 47 km from Malmaison York. This property offers spa and wellness packages. Show full description Guest review score 8.4, rooms from around 84 GBP.

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