In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Free self parking on site
Conveniences
Virtual front desk
Guest services
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Housekeeping (daily)
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No lift
Thin carpet in room
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
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Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Room amenities
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shared bathroom
Shower
Soap
Towels provided
Entertainment
36-inch smart TV with cable channels
Food and drink
Free bottled water
Limited room service
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Desk
Desk chair
Heating
Iron/ironing board on request
Laptop workspace
Portable fan
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:30 AM
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Access methods
Host will greet you, smart lock
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Payment types
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
Property is also known as
Emerald Residence York
Emerald Residence Guesthouse
Emerald Residence Guesthouse York
Frequently asked questions
Is Emerald Residence pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Emerald Residence?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Emerald Residence?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Emerald Residence?
Checkout is at 10:30 AM.
Where is Emerald Residence located?
Located in Fulford, this guesthouse is within 1 mi (2 km) of Kohima Museum and University of York. York Minster is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) away.
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Emerald Residence Reviews
Reviews
7.4
Good
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Very good stay for us as a family of three. Nothing really to complain about apart from other guest not returning the iron back for us to use
GARETH
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
8/10 Good
Stuart
21 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Fine for the price
Stuart
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
6/10 Okay
Adon
27 May 2025
Good location. Need a good renovation esp on the bedroom. Also the room and bldg lack of proper maintenance as cobweb could be seen everywhere. Bed is very comfortable and most impt, no bedbug. :).
A late change of plans meant i needed a last minute room in york on a bank holiday Sunday. This was cheap and in reasonable walking distance to rhe centre, about 20 mins brisk walk. I had low expectations however was pleasantly surprised, room small but clean with a minu fridge, complimentary tea/coffee making facilities, complimentary bottle of water and even had a hairdryer in the room. For the price paid excellent value for a single night.
Good clean comfortable room. Check in was a bit difficult as it is done over the phone and the guy was a bit stroppy. Apart from that room was pleasant, easy access and free parking was great.
The worst property to be there
They have beds which have wheels so its very much uncomfortable to sleep
Broken beds given
Worst place to stay
Oy hand shower is there but that too does not work properly
No staffs after 6-8pm
You wnt receive help when needed
Most of the furnitures are broken
The Emerald Residence is a good option for a slightly cheaper stay in York, as it's a bus ride from the centre. Buses are regular (Route 7 to the Park & Ride or route 415 to Selby depart from different points in the city centre - route 7 is the one to use from the railway station, but there are no buses early on Sunday morning).
My room was clean and spacious, and did not face the main road so there was no traffic noise. Initial entry requires two codes - one for the front door and one for the bedroom; these were given by phone, so if you don't have a UK mobile phone (or roaming) this could be a slight problem. Once inside there's a keycard to use for access so you don't need to remember the codes,
One thing to note: alcohol is strictly forbidden to be consumed on the premises.
The area is generally quiet; there's a small Coop store about 5 minutes' walk away that has long opening hours.
Ian
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
6/10 Okay
stuart
16 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
A bit out of the way, we dropped lucky with someone being onsite to let us in. Bit of a hike to get food and drink
I don't care about some negative review in this place. All I need is a place to sleep with while spending my holiday in York. And this place is perfect. It has everything I need (towel, toiletries, refreshments). Very clean and tidy. Nice toilet and shower. Location, it is very near in bus stops that could take you in a few minutes to the city center. I enjoy my stay here as much as I enjoy traveling York. I just want a little suggestion to atleast have a microwave oven so we can buy ready to eat foods. Besides that.. everything is perfect.
The pictures that are used for single rooms at Emerald House don't do them justice. The room I had contained a mini-fridge, kettle, hairdryer, sink and enough encroutements for both cleaning and drinking and a small TV on an extendable arm, allowing for some background noise whilst chilling.
Location wise I needed something close to both the city centre and also the university and this met both needs.
There are bus stops on either side of the road quite nearby and these are great to get into town or the out of town shopping centre.
The room was quiet (although some other guests tried their best to change that on the Saturday night) and I managed to sleep well both nights I stayed.
The room was larger than shown in the pictures and even though it was road facing it nice and quiet.
Dining wise there aren't any takeways/restaraunts in the immediate vicinity, but the city centre is a short bus ride away and I took that approach and enjoyed several relaxing walks back from the city centre, back to Emerald house.
The host who met me was lovely and helpful, as was the phone support I got before arriving and during my stay.
I would stay there again for sure.
Well priced handy stopover for York city centre with free parking. November time of year. The toom was a bit on the cold side but an electric heater was included to help.
Ensuite, everything worked. Remote check -in was a breeze.
David
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
6/10 Okay
Lorilei
29 Oct 2024
Fine but not great
Bit old, need to refurbish and upgrade the beds and rooms
The property is well presented with good parking. The room was spacious, clean and had good amenities. The property is about a mile from the city centre . There is a regular bus service into the city which has stops near to guest house.
Robert
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
8/10 Good
Sas
3 Oct 2024
Liked: Staff & service
Room could do with updating but was clean and tidy