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Minster Loft

Minster Loft

4.6
out of 5
Ratings from 22 reviews
86% of guests
recommend
Cleanliness
4.8
Comfort
4.4
Condition
4.6
Location
5.0
Value
4.5
Customer
Service
4.5

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An incredibly positioned one bedroom apartment located almost opposite York Minster! The apartment contains many period features combined with quality furnishings.

Where's the coffee machine?

Review submitted on Sat, 14 Dec 2024
3.7
out of 5
Guest doesn't recommend this property
Cleanliness
3.0
Comfort
3.0
Condition
3.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
4.0
The location of this apartment is excellent, being only a couple of hundred yards from the Minster. It's also very nice to step out of the door and find yourself in the very heart of York.

The apartment itself was less than ideal however.

Firstly it could have been cleaner. There were cobwebs hanging from the very low ceiling, which was a little off putting.

In addition, the flat is actually on the third floor of the building rather than the second, as it says in the description, and the final very cramped flight of stairs could be very challenging for many people.

The description on the site makes much of the luxury coffee machine so it was also disappointing to discover that this simply doesn't exist. Is the description out of date or simply dishonest? One small cafetiere does not qualify as a luxury coffee maker.

It could also be clearer that the microwave and main oven are one and the same - a combination. One other revue said that they couldn't find the microwave and their confusion is understandable.

Finally, one half of the double bed is actually on such a sloping piece of floor that the person trying to sleep on that side will find themselves rolling into the middle. We eventually had to rotate the bedding ninety degrees so that we could actually get a comfortable night's sleep!

The description needs to be updated and the bed needs to be rotated in order to address the main issues with the flat. Until that is done, it would be difficult to recommend this flat to others.

Paul from Glasgow stayed at Minster Loft for 5 nights in November 2024


Perfect location

Review submitted on Thu, 26 Sep 2024
4.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
3.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
3.0
Customer
Service
4.0
The floor in the building is uneven as is expected with old buildings. BUT the bed is not usable as it is with the sloop on it. The bed needs to be level.
Lots of stairs
Great view of the minster and the bells were great.

Carol from Eumundi stayed at Minster Loft for 5 nights in September 2024


Excellent location and we could only have been closer to the Minster if we'd camped in the nave

Review submitted on Mon, 19 Aug 2024
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Just to start with the cons, it is up three flights of stairs, but as a lazy person I did not find them excessive. Also the ceiling beams are low, especially in the bedroom but not excessively so. Those quibbles aside it is a great apartment and fantastic location. It's self-catering, and as such probably under-used by ourselves, but if we'd been staying longer than four days I'm sure we'd have made use of the extensive facilities. Given everything else provided i was surprised at the lack of a microwave, but as I say we weren't cooking for ourselves on this occasion, and as there was a hob/oven we might not have missed it if we had been.

There was also a useful info pack giving information on the various devices, heating and aircon etc, though it should have included a note on the taps which took me a while to figure out (they had to be lifted, not pushed down!) :-)

All in all an ideal place to stay, especially for an extended period, and I'd be happy to go back again



Eugene from stayed at Minster Loft for 3 nights in August 2024


Access and roominess

Review submitted on Thu, 21 Mar 2024
3.8
out of 5
Guest doesn't recommend this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
3.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
3.0
Customer
Service
4.0
Actually 3 flights of stairs not 2 as described. Not for tall people, nor poor balance. Beds very comfy.

Craig from AYR stayed at Minster Loft for 3 nights in March 2024


Great Location

Review submitted on Thu, 14 Mar 2024
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
This amazing little apartment made our weekend extra special. Check in was 4pm but we received a message letting us know we could check in early, which was a bonus. Just a 15 minute walk from the train station and we arrived at our destination. There was a thoughtful little welcome pack at the apartment filled with teabags, coffee, milk, biscuits etc which was very much appreciated. The apartment was warm, welcoming and very clean. And the view from the bedroom window was WOW with the Minster right next door.

The location couldn't be any better. Restaurants and quaint little pubs right on our doorstep. The fact that we were in the middle of everything we needed made our weekend so much easier. We could just pop back to base when we needed to put our feet up or drop stuff off. The bed was so comfy. Had some of the best nights sleep ever.

We will definitely return for a stay here.

Sarah from stayed at Minster Loft for 3 nights in February 2024


Perfect

Review submitted on Sat, 09 Sep 2023
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
The accomodation was everything we could have wanted and the position of the apartment couldn't have been better

Barry from stayed at Minster Loft for 3 nights in September 2023


Perfect

Review submitted on Tue, 29 Aug 2023
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Stunning attic flat literally across the road from York Minster. Perfect base for discovering York. We added another night to our stay because of the accommodation. My only warning would be if you’re not good with stairs then this being an attic property might not suit. Otherwise - every window a stunning view. Getting woken up by Minster bells os a joy! AAA+++++++++

Christine from stayed at Minster Loft for 1 nights in August 2023


Great stay

Review submitted on Tue, 27 Jun 2023
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Absolutely amazing views and fantastic location, only thing I could fault was height wise, I was okay but my partner who is taller struggled slightly. Wasn’t too bad as we were only there a short stay and he did comment it would only be an issue if we actually livid in property full time

Caitlin from stayed at Minster Loft for 4 nights in June 2023


Amazing location

Review submitted on Wed, 10 May 2023
4.5
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
This flat is in the best possible central location. Right in York City Centre, it's in walking distance of all major attractions in town. York Minster is literally a 30 second walk away! There is a clothes washing machine and drying rack, mini fridge, stove, oven, toaster, etc. The amenities and the location are great. Very charming street and flat. I felt at home here! There was even a nice little welcome bag of treats waiting for me.

A few things for travelers to keep in mind:

I had an issue with the bottom lock on the front door to the building and management helped right away, even after emergency hours. Try and arrive during Stays York office hours if you can so you can test open the lock, just in case.

The bed is comfortable but it seems to be two twin mattresses pushed together. That, combined with the slope of the floor in the bedroom, was not ideal, but ultimately I did still sleep okay. (The flat is on the 4th floor, up 3 flights of stairs, and I don't think it would be possible to get a regular sized mattress up the loft stairs.)

I ran out of toilet paper while there during my 5 night stay and had to buy my own. The 2 rolls provided are more air than paper, so they don't last long.

In spite of a few quirks, I really appreciated having a safe and comfortable home base while visiting York, and still deeply appreciate the quick assistance provided when I had an issue. I would recommend Stays York snd Minster Loft to other travelers. Thank you!

Guest from Iowa City stayed at Minster Loft for 5 nights in May 2023


Great place to stay and lovely staff

Review submitted on Thu, 06 Apr 2023
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Had a great stay and perfectly situated in the centre of York with an amazing view of the Minster which is essentially across the road. Super helpful staff who assisted with a minor (self-inflicted!) issue. Only real downsides are the stairs to get to it (travel light!) and low ceilings, which are to be expected in an historic building. However otherwise a great place to stay.

Tom from stayed at Minster Loft for 3 nights in April 2023


Weekend stay

Review submitted on Wed, 08 Feb 2023
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
A fantastic, clean and tidy little apartment full with plenty of history in the perfect location next to the minster

Andrew from Lancaster stayed at Minster Loft for 3 nights in January 2023


Access to the apartment

Review submitted on Thu, 20 Oct 2022
4.0
out of 5
Guest doesn't recommend this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
3.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
3.0
Customer
Service
4.0
Poor access to the apartment. You have yo climb 3 floors by stairs. There is no help to carry the bags.

Carlos Hugo from stayed at Minster Loft for 3 nights in October 2022


A perfect hideaway in the centre of York

Review submitted on Tue, 30 Aug 2022
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Ok, let me start with a negative. This accommodation is not for tall people. However, I am only 5'5'' so this was IDEAL for me. This is the most fabulous find right next to York Minster. It is an original attic with exposed beams, slanted ceilings, and more character than you can shake a stick at. A beautiful shower room, the comfiest of beds, fully fitted kitchen, and even a little starter pack with tea, coffee, milk, shortbread, crisps, and chocolate. There is no lift so the 3 floor climb is no to be underestimated, or taken lightly, but the view is well worth it. Clean, well appointed, and with excellent wifi, this is somewhere I will look out for on any return visits to York.

Ailsa from stayed at Minster Loft for 3 nights in August 2022


Excellent visit

Review submitted on Sat, 23 Jul 2022
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Great location
Good sized Appartment

Low roof was OK even for a 6 footer, just take care
The stairs were very manageable and worth the climb for the fabulous view

David from stayed at Minster Loft for 3 nights in July 2022


Our weekend stay in York

Review submitted on Fri, 10 Jun 2022
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We enjoyed our stay in this quaint location, the view from the bedroom window was amazing overlooking York Minster. Would definitely recommend this apartment to anyone wishing to visit York, it’s in walking distance to all of the attractions this walled city has to offer. Would definitely stay here again

Terence from Langholm stayed at Minster Loft for 3 nights in May 2022


York Stay

Review submitted on Mon, 06 Sep 2021
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
The apartment was very clean, although a bit of attention to detail was needed for the cutlery and crockery. The welcome pack was really thoughtful with some lovely touches. The location was top notch and even though you had to walk through a dentist surgery to get to the apartment, this wasn’t a problem. The ceilings were low with it being a loft apartment, but you quickly got used to this. Overall, we would recommend staying here and we know we certainly will be again

Gary from stayed at Minster Loft for 3 nights in August 2021


Great location; quirky, clean apartment; terrible customer service

Review submitted on Sun, 01 Aug 2021
4.3
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
1.0
Word of caution: book this lovely apartment with a few days notice, avoid last-minute bookings. We were informed on the day of check-in that the flat could not be cleaned and we would need to find another accommodation for the night. We were unable to amend our booking online so we've entered a long process of trying to get a refund for the night - still pending. When we went to check in the next day we were told that check-in was at 4pm, not 3pm as it was advertised online. We asked if we could leave our backpacks somewhere in the meantime as I'm pregnant and didn't want to carry the extra weight but were told no and not given any advice on where it might be possible, despite the store across the street from the office offering the service.

The flat itself is lovely and any who stay (as long as you are short) will enjoy it.

Joao from stayed at Minster Loft for 3 nights in July 2021


Relaxing Break

Review submitted on Wed, 18 Dec 2019
4.2
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
4.0
Excellent location, great break and comfortable. There are a lot of stairs but the view of the minter is well worth it..

Nick from stayed at Minster Loft for 3 nights in December 2019


Superb apartment in a wonderful location.

Review submitted on Wed, 16 Jan 2019
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
I loved my stay at Minster Loft. The view of the Minster was incredible. The apartment itself was lovely, cosy and well equipped. The location couldn't have been any more central to everything York has to offer. I will return just as soon as I can.

Lorna from stayed at Minster Loft for 7 nights in January 2019


Excellent location with wonderful views

Review submitted on Wed, 09 Jan 2019
3.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
3.0
Customer
Service
3.0
Minster Loft was a wonderful apartment in terms of its location and views and Chris was very helpful showing me the keys and access. It was always nicely warm and cosy, and a nice place to have a peaceful break. Sadly the provision in the apartment was rather poor for accommodation that was listed as “boutique”. No bottle of milk in the fridge to allow for that first cup of tea. The Wifi did not reach the bedroom, there were no instructions for the oven and no oven gloves. The cutlery and plates looked as if they had come from the jumble sale and there was no washing up bowl, egg cups or teapot. It was the first apartment I have stayed in at Christmas where no effort was made to decorate which was quite sad. I would agree with the comments passed about it not being suitable for tall people as the ceiling, particularly in the bedroom is low.

Gillian from stayed at Minster Loft for 6 nights in December 2018


Minster Loft

Review submitted on Thu, 06 Sep 2018
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
The apartment has a superb view of York Minster. It is well appointed with everything thing you need for a quick getaway or an extended stay. We spent two weeks exploring York and the surrounding area. The apartment has easy access to pubs and bars, restaurants, and shopping, and as well, buses and taxis. The building is very old and the apartment is in a loft on the 4th floor with low ceilings. In my opinion, not suitable for anyone who can not manage stairs well with packages or suitcases etc, or is taller than about 5’10”.

Kim from Mississauga stayed at Minster Loft for 13 nights in August 2018


Nice apartment, perfect location

Review submitted on Tue, 21 Aug 2018
4.5
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
4.0
The location is just perfect. The apartment lies in the centre of York, right next to the Minster, in the middle of the old town of York. Although it's location, next to the Minster, it is very quiet in the apartment. There is absolutely no noise from outside you could hear. The furnishing is great, good bed, good linen and the apartment is good equipped. We only had sometimes difficulties to open the door with the keys, that's the only little trouble we had.

Beat from Huenenberg stayed at Minster Loft for 27 nights in July 2018