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The Parsonage Hotel & Spa

A 4-star retreat near York with a full-service spa, indoor pool, and garden views — set in the quiet village of Escrick.

  • Full-service spa with sauna, steam room, and Jacuzzi
  • Indoor swimming pool and fitness centre on site
  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms and on-site parking
8.1 Great 3605 reviews Booking.com 8.1 · 3605 reviews

About

The Parsonage Hotel & Spa

The Parsonage Hotel & Spa sits on York Road in Escrick, a short stroll from the Church of St Helen. It’s a 4-star property with a traditional-style building and well-kept gardens, set in a quiet residential area.

The hotel offers an extensive spa and wellness centre with a sauna, steam room, Jacuzzi, solarium, and treatment rooms — plus an indoor pool and fitness centre. On-site dining includes a restaurant and bar, with room service and in-room breakfast available.

  • No smoking on site
  • Parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Locker room

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

4 reasons to book
  • Extensive spa and wellness facilities — Guests consistently praise the spa, which includes a sauna, steam room, Jacuzzi, solarium, and treatment rooms, plus an indoor pool and fitness centre.
  • Beautiful gardens and quiet setting — The well-maintained grounds offer space for walks, and the hotel is set in a peaceful area near the Church of St Helen.
  • Convenient location with good transport links — Located on York Road in Escrick, with easy access to York and rail links, and a short stroll to the local church.
  • Dining praised for starter and wine list — The Lascelles restaurant offers well-priced wines and standout starters, and the conservatory is a pleasant spot for cream tea.

Worth weighing

4 to weigh
  • Service speed can vary in the restaurant — One guest noted that service in the restaurants was slower than expected, despite the overall positive experience.
  • No pets allowed — The hotel does not permit pets, so guests travelling with animals need to look elsewhere.
  • Price point is on the higher side — Rooms start at £268 per night, which may be steep for budget-conscious travellers, especially given the price/service rating of 7.
  • Rooms rating is lower than other categories — While many guests found rooms clean and luxurious, the 'Rooms and cleanliness' category scores 5, suggesting some rooms may not meet expectations.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

Classic Triple Room

  • 3 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Bathtub

Standard Twin Room

  • 2 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Bathtub

Standard Double Room

  • 1 Double bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Bathtub

Superior Double Room

  • 1 Double bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Bathtub

Deluxe Double Room

  • 1 King-size bed

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

Spa & Wellness

  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Jacuzzi
  • Solarium
  • Fitness centre
  • Treatment room
  • Massage
  • Facial
  • Body scrub
  • Body wraps
  • Manicure
  • Pedicure
  • Waxing
  • Make up services

Dining & Bar

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • In-room breakfast
  • Room service
  • Welcome drink

Room Amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities
  • Free toiletries
  • Electric kettle
  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock
  • Carpeted floor

Hotel Services

  • 24-hour reception
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Housekeeping
  • No smoking on site
  • No pets allowed
  • Parking

Outdoor & Garden

  • Garden area
  • Garden furniture
  • Sun loungers

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

8.1
Great 3605 reviews

Guest-rated 8.1/10 from 3,605 reviews

Booking.com · 8.1 · 3605 reviews
Rooms and cleanliness5.0
Location9.0
Dining9.0
Price and service7.0
8.1Verified guest

“The conservatory was a lovely spot for cream tea before heading to the spa. Dinner at Lascelles had some standout starters and well-priced wines.”

8.1Verified guest

“Very relaxing with great views of the swimming pool. Excellent location, but service in the restaurant was a bit slow.”

8.1Verified guest

“Excellent value for money. My room was spotless and luxurious with lovely views and stunning chandeliers. Breakfast was tasty, with Yorkshire ham and salmon.”

8.1Verified guest

“Great location and incredibly nice staff who were on the ball. Set in a nice local area.”

8.1Verified guest

“Everything was exceptional — excellent value. The hotel was delightful and clean, with lovely reception staff. I enjoyed the traditional-style building and quiet room, and the garden was stunning at sunset. The pub next door, The Fat Abbot, was a bonus.”

8.1Verified guest

“The house is well equipped, and the fitness area is super — including a salt steam sauna.”

04 — Location

Getting around York

The property sits in York.

Local area: The hotel sits in the village of Escrick, a 5-minute walk from the Church of St Helen. The pub next door, The Fat Abbot, offers a convenient option for an evening drink.

Getting around: On-site parking is available, and the hotel has good transport links for exploring York and the wider North Yorkshire area.

York Road, Escrick, York, North Yorkshire, YO19 6LF, United Kingdom

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05 — Good to know

Policies & conditions

Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.

Check-in
From 14:00-23:59
Check-out
By 11:00
Cancellation
Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
Payment
Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
Pets
Not allowed
Property
46 rooms

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 14:00 to 23:59, and check-out is by 11:00.

Is parking available at the hotel?

Yes, public parking is available on site.

Are pets allowed?

No, pets are not allowed at the hotel.

Does the hotel have a spa and pool?

Yes, the hotel has an indoor swimming pool, sauna, steam room, Jacuzzi, and a full spa with treatments.

Is Wi-Fi available?

Yes, free Wi-Fi is available in rooms.

The bottom line

A solid choice for a spa-focused countryside break near York, offering extensive wellness facilities, lovely gardens, and good dining — though service speed and room consistency can vary.

8.1The Parsonage Hotel & Spa is a dependable pick for guests wanting a relaxing retreat with full spa access and easy access to York.

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