| set in a former coaching inn along the river foss, this traditional pub with rooms is 11 minutes' walk from the gothic york minster cathedral, a 5-minute walk from the timber-framed shops along the shambles and a mile from york train station. complimentary amenities include parking, and breakfast served in a nearby eatery. compact, straightforward rooms offer free wi-fi and flat-screen tvs, as well as tea and coffeemaking equipment. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 10:30 am. the pub features a cosy restaurant and a bar, plus a riverside beer garden
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