The Grand, York

Built in 1906 as the North Eastern Railway Headquarters, The Grand boasts a stately character with sweeping stone staircases, original wood panelling, parquet flooring and acres of marble. Now reborn as a hotel, but retaining its original splendour, with its intricate stonework and marble detailing, The Grand, York features beautiful public spaces, extraordinarily spacious rooms, two restaurants and bars, meetings and conference rooms, an executive lounge, a spa and a state-of-the-art cookery school. Situated next to the ancient walls that enclose the city centre, and with views of York Minster, the hotel is located at a historical crossroads – the perfect place to explore the city. The Grand also boasts a spa and a 24 hour gym. The Spa at The Grand is set in the hotel’s atmospheric former vaults where the North Eastern Railway company once stowed its millions. All guest rooms include King sized beds, air conditioning, flat screen TVs, free wi-fi, luxury tea and coffee making facilities, a fridge, a safe, a steam iron and ironing board, turn down service, 24hr room service, bottled water, a hairdyrer, a sewing kit, Molton Brown toiletries, underfloor heating, luxury bathrobes and slippers The White Rose Lounge is a cool and quiet place to work and relax. The lounge represents an extension of 1906 Bar and serves afternoon tea, refreshments and drinks. The Grand's new state-of-the-art cookery school opened on 1st March 2019 and hosts over 40 different classes. With 16 work stations, a connecting meeting space, a dining area and an outside terrace, it's perfect all year round. Sharpen up your cookery skills and enjoy a unique experience, or plan the ultimate team building activity. The Rise Restaurant, Terrace & Bar offers modern British cuisine, with locally sourced, freshly prepared dishes. The open kitchen and spacious setting creates an immersive and social dining experience for guests Sink into our comfortable loungers in the intimate 1906 Bar, named after the year The Grand was built. Allow our expert bartenders to guide you through our extensive menu.