The Plough Inn

Inn, 3-star48 Main Street, York, United KingdomShow on map

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9.0 · Superb11 reviews

Check-in from 3:00 PMCheck-out by 10:30 AM.
Very good locationGuests rate the location 8.5 out of 10, at 48 Main Street.
Breakfast availableIncluded on some rates — the board is shown on each room.

Discover a charming retreat at The Plough Inn, perfectly nestled in the heart of Fulford, York.

Gourmet Dining Options Savor delicious meals at our restaurant, where full breakfasts are served daily. Need a quick snack? Our cozy coffee shop is perfect for light bites, and our bar/lounge awaits with refreshing drinks to wind down after a day of exploration.

Comfortable and Modern Rooms Unwind in one of our six stylish guestrooms featuring flat-screen TVs and complimentary wireless internet access. Each room is designed for your comfort, complete with private bathrooms, premium toiletries, and coffee/tea makers.

Convenient Location Located just minutes from major attractions like the University of York and Jorvik Viking Centre, enjoy easy access to York’s cultural hotspots, ensuring your stay is both exciting and relaxing.

What this place offers

Breakfast available (surcharge)
Tours/ticket assistance
Free self parking
Free WiFi
Garden
Luggage storage
Designated smoking area

Rooms

9.0

Superb

Rated 9.0 out of 10 by 11 guests who stayed here.

Cleanliness7.8
Service8.4
Location8.5
Rooms8.1
Amenities7.6
Value6.9
Food & drink7.7

Guests mention

Friendly staffGreat locationComfortable bedsExcellent serviceSpacious rooms

John
March 2018
Enjoyable stay.
Enjoyable stay.
Tim
March 2018
Nice place to stay.
Overall a pleasant stay. Staff was very friendly and the room was comfortable and nicely outfitted. Breakfast choices were limited, but the quality was good. Parking was easy and located in an easily walkable location…
Jill
March 2018
The Plough
Welcoming bar. Excellent food. Comfortable bedroom. Stylish bathroom. Great few days in York
Susan
February 2018
Lovely, friendly inn, walkable to the city centre
The owner welcomed us, even when arriving late, and we were personally shown to our room. The room was comfortable, clean and quiet, with a recently renovated bathroom (it looked liked). We asked in advance if we could…
wayne
January 2018
Great hotel with brilliant staff and good food with very large portions
David
August 2017
Perfect stay apart from one thing .....
Excellent hotel, lovely staff, superb food & drink, ideal position for york centre, bus stop very near hotel. The only problem was room 2 was far too warm for sleeping, if you open the window it's too noisy, if the turn…

Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated June 2025.

Where you’ll be

48 Main Street, York, United Kingdom

Guests rate the location 8.5 out of 10 — very good.

Things to know

Cancellation

Each room shows its own terms before you pay.

Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.

Non-refundable rates are marked as such.

House rules

Check-in from 3:00 PM until 08:00 PM

Check-out by 10:30 AM

No children

No pets

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property for check-in instructions. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

Pets. Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds. No rollaway/extra beds available

Children and extra beds. Children not allowed

General. Professional property host/manager

Children and extra beds. No cribs (infant beds) available

Payment & property

Paid when you book, not at the desk.

Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.

The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.

What we’d check for you here

Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
Whether breakfast is in the rate or added at checkout, and what time it runs.
Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.

Questions about The Plough Inn

What time is check-in and check-out at The Plough Inn?

Check-in is from 3:00 PM. Check-out is by 10:30 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.

Does The Plough Inn allow pets?

No — the property states that pets are not allowed.

Is there parking at The Plough Inn?

Parking is listed among the property's facilities. Whether it's free and whether a space can be reserved varies, so we check it against your dates rather than promise it here.

Is breakfast included at The Plough Inn?

Breakfast is offered at the property. Whether it's included depends on the rate — the board type is shown on each room once you put your dates in.

Does The Plough Inn have Wi-Fi?

Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.

How do I book The Plough Inn?

Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.

Where is The Plough Inn?

48 Main Street, York.

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