Judge's Lodging
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Fast facts
Check in from: | 15:00 |
|---|---|
Check out before: | 11:00 |
Pets | Pets not allowed |
Amenities
Wi-Fi
Restaurant
Non-smoking
Laundry
Bar
Disabled facilities
More about Judge's Lodging
Judge's Lodging
Judges Lodging is a small, elegant Grade I listed Georgian townhouse that overlooks York Minster. It boasts 2 bars and rooms with free Wi-Fi. Judges Lodging has luxurious bedrooms with an LCD Freeview TV and toiletries.
Reviews from 
Family traveller
Comment: 4 Sep 2026
Stayed in: Sep 2026
2 night break.
Second time we have stayed at.hotel this year absolutely lovely.good selection at breakfast. Only small comment would be our bedroom this time was quite small compared to last time. With a couple of stairs up to washing and toilet facilities which was a bit awkward as my husband had just had hip replacement 4months ago. But otherwise was excellent.
Solo traveller
Comment: 1 Sep 2026
Stayed in: Sep 2026
Burnt food and poor service.
Am sitting at an outside table as I write this.
It’s a beautiful building in a great location, with a very basic menu that’s quirky enough to make it interesting.
When I arrived, I asked if they had a table for 1 and was politely advised that I could sit inside or outside. I opted for the latter. There are many tables but only 3 others were occupied.
After waiting quite a while for someone to take my drink order, I started trying to catch the eye of the waiter, which I managed on 2 occasions, but still she didn’t approach me.
I was about to leave when I notices some small and faded print on a small sign at the edge of the table (see image), which said I had to order via the QR. Code. Nobody told me that and it really wasn’t obvious.
Once I ordered (which was easy to do), the drink and food came very quickly.
I had the halloumi bowl, which was a decent size, but the halloumi itself was burnt, which gave it a terribly acrid taste and ruined the whole meal.
I was nearly finished before anyone asked me how the meal was, so I stuck with it. When I eventually did get asked, I told them about the food being burnt. Instead of offering an alternative or some other positive action, she just said she’d tell the chef and then walked off (she was pleasant enough about, but still).
I wouldn’t recommend this place for food or service.
It’s a beautiful building in a great location, with a very basic menu that’s quirky enough to make it interesting.
When I arrived, I asked if they had a table for 1 and was politely advised that I could sit inside or outside. I opted for the latter. There are many tables but only 3 others were occupied.
After waiting quite a while for someone to take my drink order, I started trying to catch the eye of the waiter, which I managed on 2 occasions, but still she didn’t approach me.
I was about to leave when I notices some small and faded print on a small sign at the edge of the table (see image), which said I had to order via the QR. Code. Nobody told me that and it really wasn’t obvious.
Once I ordered (which was easy to do), the drink and food came very quickly.
I had the halloumi bowl, which was a decent size, but the halloumi itself was burnt, which gave it a terribly acrid taste and ruined the whole meal.
I was nearly finished before anyone asked me how the meal was, so I stuck with it. When I eventually did get asked, I told them about the food being burnt. Instead of offering an alternative or some other positive action, she just said she’d tell the chef and then walked off (she was pleasant enough about, but still).
I wouldn’t recommend this place for food or service.
Family traveller
Comment: 31 Aug 2026
Stayed in: Aug 2026
Amazing!
This hotel is absolutely fantastic!
We booked it last minute due to our previous hotel being totally unsatisfactory and honestly, the difference is night and day.
The Judges Lodging looks well kept as you approach and the Reception area is very welcoming.
The staff are so helpful, nothing was too much trouble. We were asked if we needed help with our bags and shown to our room. We were given room 11.
As I walked in, I couldn't believe the facilities. It has a lounge area, with a sofa and chairs, tea and coffee making facilities, including a coffee machine.
Free complimentary truffles, robes, slippers, sleeping mask, ear plugs and a treat box which contained crisps, chocolates and nuts (however the Treat Box snacks are to pay for).
The bathroom has a modern separate shower and bath with complimentary shampoo, conditioner and shower gel.
The bedroom area is so comfortable as well.
The whole room is cosy, luxurious and comfortable. So much so, we have decided to stay in tonight and relax rather than go out for dinner.
I would 100% recommend this hotel and will absolutely stay again.
We booked it last minute due to our previous hotel being totally unsatisfactory and honestly, the difference is night and day.
The Judges Lodging looks well kept as you approach and the Reception area is very welcoming.
The staff are so helpful, nothing was too much trouble. We were asked if we needed help with our bags and shown to our room. We were given room 11.
As I walked in, I couldn't believe the facilities. It has a lounge area, with a sofa and chairs, tea and coffee making facilities, including a coffee machine.
Free complimentary truffles, robes, slippers, sleeping mask, ear plugs and a treat box which contained crisps, chocolates and nuts (however the Treat Box snacks are to pay for).
The bathroom has a modern separate shower and bath with complimentary shampoo, conditioner and shower gel.
The bedroom area is so comfortable as well.
The whole room is cosy, luxurious and comfortable. So much so, we have decided to stay in tonight and relax rather than go out for dinner.
I would 100% recommend this hotel and will absolutely stay again.
Anonymous traveller
Comment: 31 Aug 2026
Stayed in: Aug 2026
This place is amazing. Bang slap in the city centre. We travel frequently to York to see family and will fron now on only book here. The breakfast is to die for.
Couple
Comment: 30 Aug 2026
Stayed in: Aug 2026
Mixed feelings
On the plus side the hotel is centrally-located and nicely done out.
The breakfasts were really excellent.
The staff were really helpful especially the Russian bar manager.
On the other hand, I got the impression that the site had been over-developed and rooms had been sited in locations where noise was clearly going to be an issue.
There are courtyard rooms to the rear that face out on to the open air bar area and actually have tables and chairs overhead on their roofs as well.
Our room was at the front and overlooked the bar cellar so we were woken at 6.50am by the sound of beer barrels rolling across the paving. Moreover, two air conditioning units were sited immediately outside our bathroom window and on the other side of wall adjacent to our bed head. These were on more or less constantly. We mentioned this on our departure but the response was to act as if was a complete surprise to find this information out.
Parking is available a short walk away but factor the cost of this in if you are driving.
The breakfasts were really excellent.
The staff were really helpful especially the Russian bar manager.
On the other hand, I got the impression that the site had been over-developed and rooms had been sited in locations where noise was clearly going to be an issue.
There are courtyard rooms to the rear that face out on to the open air bar area and actually have tables and chairs overhead on their roofs as well.
Our room was at the front and overlooked the bar cellar so we were woken at 6.50am by the sound of beer barrels rolling across the paving. Moreover, two air conditioning units were sited immediately outside our bathroom window and on the other side of wall adjacent to our bed head. These were on more or less constantly. We mentioned this on our departure but the response was to act as if was a complete surprise to find this information out.
Parking is available a short walk away but factor the cost of this in if you are driving.
Excellent location
9 Lendal, York, YO1 8AQ, United Kingdom|0.3 km from city centre
Check in and check out
Check in from:
15:00
Check out before:
11:00
Good to know
Pets not allowed
Please contact the hotel for details about adding extra beds.
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