Small Double Room
- 1 Double bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Fireplace
Hotel · York · North Yorkshire
Galtres Lodge Hotel & Forest Restaurant
A 3-star hotel on Low Petergate in York’s old town, with an on-site restaurant and bar, pet-friendly rooms, and free Wi-Fi in public areas.
- Old town location within walking distance of York’s main sights
- On-site Forest Restaurant and bar/lounge
- Pets allowed with pet amenities available
8.8
Great
2162 reviews
Booking.com 8.8 · 2162 reviews
About
Galtres Lodge Hotel & Forest Restaurant
Galtres Lodge Hotel & Forest Restaurant is a 3-star property on Low Petergate, in the middle of York’s old town. With a guest rating of 8.8 from over 2,000 reviews, the hotel is known for its location, its dining, and its helpful staff.
Rooms are simply furnished, some with fireplaces, and include amenities such as tea and coffee facilities, flat-screen TVs, and ironing equipment. The hotel also provides luggage storage, a coffee shop, and a restaurant that serves packed lunches and special diet menus.
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi in public areas
- Pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Coffee shop
In brief
What works, what to weigh
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Strengths
4 reasons to book- Exceptional old town location — The hotel sits on Low Petergate, described by guests as in the middle of the old town, within a short walk of York’s main sights and entertainment.
- Well-regarded dining — The on-site restaurant and bar receive consistent praise, especially the breakfast, which guests call varied, excellent, and featuring great products.
- Friendly and helpful staff — Guests note that staff are extremely nice, efficient, and even offer good restaurant recommendations, contributing to a positive stay.
- Pet-friendly with amenities — Pets are allowed, and the hotel provides pet amenities, making it a convenient stay for those traveling with animals.
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Worth weighing
4 to weigh- Rooms and cleanliness rated lower — The rooms and cleanliness category scores 6/10, the lowest of all categories, suggesting some guests found the rooms less impressive than the location and dining.
- Check-in window is fairly narrow — Check-in is only from 15:00 to 23:00, so late arrivals outside this window may face difficulty.
- Paid parking nearby — Private car parking is available for GBP 18 per day, adding to the cost of a stay.
- No on-site breakfast included? — Breakfast is not listed as an included amenity in the provided information, so guests may need to pay extra.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
Twin Room
- 2 Single beds
- Shower
- Heating
- Fireplace
Standard Double Room
- 1 Double bed
- Shower
- Heating
Superior Double Room
- 1 Double bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Fireplace
- Bathtub
Deluxe Double Room Bath The Bedroom
- 1 Double bed
- Heating
- Fireplace
- Bathtub
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi in public areas
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Coffee shop
Services
- Housekeeping
- Welcome drink
- Fax/Photocopying
Food & Drink
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
- Children's menu
Room Amenities
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
- Free toiletries
- Electric kettle
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
- Carpeted floor
Pet & Family
- Pets allowed
- Pet amenities available
- Cots
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 8.8/10 from 2,162 reviews
Booking.com · 8.8 · 2162 reviews
8.8Verified guest“The location is ideal, the hotel is lovely, and we really enjoyed the restaurant. Breakfast is one of my favourites – I love the variety.”
8.8Verified guest“The location is perfect for visiting York. The staff are extremely nice, and breakfast was varied and excellent.”
8.8Verified guest“Good choice for discovering York.”
8.8Verified guest“Everything was perfect during our two days there. The location is magnificent and incredible, close enough to the main streets, sightseeing, and entertainment. The staff were efficient and excellent when we had questions. We had a good stay in our budget room with the window open for fresh air.”
8.8Verified guest“Comfy bed, luxury bathroom, central heating, multi-channel TV, and ironing facilities in the room. City view and friendly service. Lovely garden outside. Unbeatable and incredible location, just a short stroll from a historical museum.”
8.8Verified guest“Wonderful breakfast with great products.”
04 — Location
Getting around York
The property sits in York.
In the old town: The hotel is on Low Petergate, which guests describe as in the middle of the old town, close to main streets, sightseeing, and entertainment.
Near a historical museum: One guest noted that a historical museum is just a short stroll away, making it easy to explore York’s heritage on foot.
54 Low Petergate, York, North Yorkshire, United Kingdom
05 — Good to know
Policies & conditions
Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.
- Check-in
- From 15:00-23:00
- Check-out
- By 07:00-10:00
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
- Payment
- Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
- Pets
- Allowed
- Property
- 14 rooms
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 15:00 to 23:00, and check-out is from 07:00 to 10:00.
Is parking available at the hotel?
Private car parking is available nearby for GBP 18 per day.
Are pets allowed?
Yes, pets are allowed, and the hotel provides pet amenities.
Does the hotel have a restaurant?
Yes, the hotel has an on-site restaurant and a bar/lounge area, serving packed lunches and special diet menus.
Is there free Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi is available in public areas.
Are there family-friendly amenities?
The hotel offers cots and a children's menu.
The bottom line
For travellers who want to be in the heart of York’s old town, with a well-reviewed restaurant and a pet-friendly policy, Galtres Lodge offers strong value. The lower rooms and cleanliness rating and the narrow check-in window are worth weighing, but the location and dining consistently win over guests.
8.8Based on an 8.8 guest rating and category scores
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