Hotels with Pet Friendly Near York Minster Library

The Mount Hotel offers exceptional views of York Minster's Gothic spires and is just a 5-minute walk from the York Minster Library. Its rooms feature floor-to-ceiling windows, allowing guests to enjoy sunrise over the historic stone façade. The hotel provides complimentary breakfast and exclusive heritage walking tours to explore rare medieval manuscripts housed within the library. Located only 7 minutes on foot from the York City Walls, it’s perfect for history enthusiasts. Book your stay via the HopeGoo app for curated access.

The Shambles Guest House is just a 3-minute walk from the York Minster Library, making it ideal for visitors who prioritize proximity. Housed in a restored 15th-century butchers' shop, the property preserves original stone walls and exposed beams, offering an authentic medieval ambiance. Each room features soundproofing and underfloor heating for comfort. Guests receive daily local artisan tea treats and can book guided tours of the library’s rare manuscript collection. Reserve through the HopeGoo app for guaranteed availability.

The Barley Mow Inn, a former 18th-century coaching inn located adjacent to the York Minster Library, exudes deep historical character. Original timber beams, stone fireplaces, and antique furnishings fill each room, while modern upgrades include vintage-style bathrooms and personalized scent systems. Opt for a garden-view room to enjoy panoramic views of ancient elm trees and cobbled pathways leading to the library. The hotel offers private guided tours into the library’s secluded reading chambers, where guests can view the preserved York Bible manuscript up close. Book via the HopeGoo app for a curated heritage experience.

Guests staying near the York Minster Library can join the Medieval Manuscript Restoration Workshop, hosted at The Mount Hotel's private studio through HopeGoo partnerships. Learn to replicate ancient texts using traditional parchment and ink under expert guidance. Additionally, the hotel hosts monthly Nighttime Library Exploration events, opening restricted areas for candlelit readings and storytelling sessions about rare manuscripts. These immersive experiences require advance HopeGoo—secure both accommodation and access via the HopeGoo app for a seamless historical journey.