The Groves
York
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Popular places to visit
York St. John University
Explore the campus of York St. John University as part of your travels around York. Discover the area's shops or seek out its local tours.
York Minster
The city’s emblem is known for its superb stained-glass windows, underground treasure chambers and tall tower with spectacular views.
Shambles
This picturesque cobblestone street has a fascinating medieval history and crooked buildings that appear to almost fall into one another.
York Racecourse
You can take time to visit York Racecourse during your travels to York. Visit the shops and lively bars in this family-friendly area.
University of York
Explore the campus of University of York during your visit to Heslington. Discover the lively bars and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Castle Howard
You can find out about the history of Henderskelfe with a stop at Castle Howard. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this relaxing area.
Things to do
City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Nth York Moors Steam Train (incl) & Whitby Small Group Day Trip.
York: Witches and History Old Town Walking Tour
Self Guided Walking Tour of York with Audio Guide
Romans, Vikings and Medieval York: An Audio Tour
York Witches and History Walking Tour
Top hotels in The Groves
DoubleTree by Hilton York
The room is outdated, grubby carpet, creaky floors, you can hear everyone walking above and below you. The noise outside keeps everyone from sleeping. No double glazing. The toilet didnt flush, you had to wait for water to fill up - which took ages. The location was good and so was the water pressure ...
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Diamonds Inn Ltd
Room was clean. Shower did not work so I did not have shower for two days. Room walls are thin so I could hear noises from other rooms including an alarm waking ne up at 5pm and noisy party goers. Came away with a migraine which has lasted for a week.
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
MonkBridge House
I've stayed at many a guest house in my time but the attention to detail showed by Paul and Fiona was exceptional. The room had everything you could possibly need and then some. The breakfast was wonderful including many homemade products. It was our 1st visit but I wouldn't stay anywhere else going ...
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
The Vanguard - York Residence
Clean, comfortable room in a location giving easy access to the centre of York. Not really for 4 grown up people though. More like 3. Perhaps 2 adults and 2 children would've been OK. The second bed was small.
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Radisson Hotel York
For the price we paid it was spot on
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly
Lovely clean rooms with modern bathrooms. Helpful, friendly staff and an excellent breakfast-loads of choice and all good quality.
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around The Groves
Bootham
While visiting Bootham, you might make a stop by sights like York Theatre Royal and St. Mary's Abbey.
Layerthorpe
When in Layerthorpe, you can plan a visit to Merchant Taylors' Hall and Walmgate Bar, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
City Centre
If you're spending some time in City Centre, Merchant Adventurers' Hall and Shambles are top sights worth seeing.
Clifton
Though Clifton may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like St. Mary's Abbey and York Theatre Royal.
Foss Islands
Though Foss Islands may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Walmgate Bar and York Barbican.
Bishophill
If you're spending some time in Bishophill, Micklegate Bar and Yorvik Brass Rubbing Centre are top sights worth seeing.
