Fodor's Expert Review Hotel du Vin
89 The Mount, York, York, YO24 1AX, England
A 19th-century orphanage, this historic building has been converted into a swanky hotel that preserves the original exposed brick walls and arched doorways. Rooms, filled with modern leather furnishings and original artworks, are spacious and very quiet; some are on two levels, with the bathrooms upstairs. Most have claw-foot tubs and showers big enough for two. The in-house restaurant specializes in bistro-style cooking with a British twist. Service is helpful and cheerful.
PROS
- makes great use of the space
- friendly staff
- comfortable beds
CONS
- high parking charges
- low bathroom lighting
- on outskirts of city