The Principal Hotel Company is becoming a firm favourite of a name here on The Luxury Editor, with our recent visits to and reviews of Grand Central Hotel, Glasgow a Principal Partner hotel, The Principal Edinburgh and we?re now delighted to add The Principal York to the list.
Previously known as Royal York the hotel was originally built in 1878 and underwent a major refurbishment in 2016, initiated by operating group Principal Hayley, to reform the hotel back to its former glory of being a truly grand hotel.  Read on to find out how we rated its status of grandeur.
Location
The Principal York could not be more conveniently located as a base for a city break; a stone?s throw away from the railway station, just a short walk into to city centre shops and attractions with great views of the Minster too – ideal for both leisure and business travellers alike. Although right next door to the main railway station the hotel boasts a beautiful landscaped garden which is unusual for such a city central hotel. The garden area is perfectly sandwiched between the view of York Minster and the main entrance of the hotel. Despite its close proximity to the hotel we never once heard a rumble from the nearby trains.

Check ?In
The reception area is easy to find and its wooden, beige and grey neutral colour scheme is warm and welcoming. The two reception desks were tidy with well-presented receptionists to welcome guests.
Check-in was really quick, easy and informative without that f...