The Roman Bath - York
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Historic pub hotel with a 2000-year-old Roman bathhouse in central York
Roman Bathhouse Museum
The Roman Bath York sits above a hot and cold Roman bathhouse dating from at least 71-122 AD. Discovered in the 1920s, this archaeological site is accessible for a modest £3.50 charge and includes a guide who answers questions. The cellar museum offers a direct link to York's Roman roots, a feature that sets this property apart from typical city hotels.
Adults-Only Rooms
The Roman Bath hotel offers adults-only rooms with private bathrooms, hairdryers, and flat-screen TVs. Each room includes a work desk and city views, with carpeted floors and electric kettles provided. Family rooms are also available, and the property is pet-friendly, allowing guests to bring pets.
Central York Location
Situated 200 meters from the city centre, the Roman Bath York is a 4-minute walk from York Minster. York Railway Station is 1 km away, and York Dungeon is 500 metres from the hotel. Other nearby attractions include the National Railway Museum, Jorvik Viking Centre, York Barbican, and Grand Opera House.
On-Site Bar and Entertainment
The Roman Bath pub hosts live music, karaoke, and DJs, with opening hours extending to 2 AM on Fridays and Saturdays. A beer garden with a TV provides outdoor seating, and the bar serves drinks including cask ales like Timothy Taylor's Landlord. Guests receive a key to a back door for late-night access after pub closing hours.
Guest Services and Amenities
Free WiFi is available throughout the Roman Bath hotel, and staff offer luggage storage before check-in and after check-out. Full-day security, CCTV, and key access are provided for safety. The hotel has 24-hour reception with English-speaking staff and accommodates business travelers with its central location.
- History: Roman bathhouse from 71-122 AD in the cellar
- Location: 200 m from city centre, 4 min to York Minster
- Rooms: Adults-only with private bathrooms and city views
- Entertainment: Live music, karaoke, DJs until 2 AM
- Pet Policy: Pet-friendly rooms available
- Museum: Guided tours of Roman baths for £3.50
Rooms and availability
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Max:4 persons
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Bed options:2 Single beds
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:2 Single beds1 Double bed
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City view
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Shower
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Heating
Facilities
Main facilities
24-hour security
Bar/ Lounge area
Flat-screen TV
Electric kettle
Dining
- Bar/ Lounge area
Room features
- Heating
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Essential information about The Roman Bath
| 💵 Lowest room price | 66 £ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 200 m |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 50.0 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Leeds Bradford, LBA |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants
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