The Groves
York
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Popular places to visit
York St. John University
Explore the campus of York St. John University as part of your travels around York. Discover the area's shops or seek out its local tours.
York Minster
The city’s emblem is known for its superb stained-glass windows, underground treasure chambers and tall tower with spectacular views.
Shambles
This picturesque cobblestone street has a fascinating medieval history and crooked buildings that appear to almost fall into one another.
York Racecourse
You can take time to visit York Racecourse during your travels to York. Visit the shops and lively bars in this family-friendly area.
Castle Howard
You can find out about the history of Henderskelfe with a stop at Castle Howard. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this relaxing area.
University of York
Explore the campus of University of York during your visit to Heslington. Discover the lively bars and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Things to do
York: Witches and History Old Town Walking Tour
City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Nth York Moors National Park & Whitby Small Group Day Trip.
From York: North Moors and Whitby Tour
York Witches and History Walking Tour
York: "All Creatures Great and Small" Yorkshire Dales Tour
Top hotels in The Groves
DoubleTree by Hilton York
You know all will be acceptable in a Doubletree - just lacks a bit of individuality and buzz
Reviewed on 18 Mar, 2026
Diamonds Inn Ltd
Room was clean. Shower did not work so I did not have shower for two days. Room walls are thin so I could hear noises from other rooms including an alarm waking ne up at 5pm and noisy party goers. Came away with a migraine which has lasted for a week.
Reviewed on 22 Mar, 2026
MonkBridge House
The house was renovated to a high standard, the rooms are tastefully decorated and the breakfasts excellent, the property was quite close to bars,restaurants and shops. The only problem with this property was the hosts where far from welcoming and at times could be quite rude. For what was supposed ...
Reviewed on 17 Mar, 2026
The Vanguard - York Residence
Clean, comfortable room in a location giving easy access to the centre of York. Not really for 4 grown up people though. More like 3. Perhaps 2 adults and 2 children would've been OK. The second bed was small.
Reviewed on 18 Feb, 2026
Radisson Hotel York
Reception staff CV compared to other staff were not particularly welcoming or helpful. But overall we had a really good experience
Reviewed on 22 Mar, 2026
Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly
Our room was an access room and it was fine, clean comfortable bed and wet room shower. All was good until breakfast. Which was not particularly busy. However multiple tables were uncleared and still with discarded plates cups etc we cleared a table. At the breakfast buffet all the clean plates were ...
Reviewed on 22 Mar, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around The Groves
Bootham
While visiting Bootham, you might make a stop by sights like York Theatre Royal and St. Mary's Abbey.
Layerthorpe
When in Layerthorpe, you can plan a visit to Merchant Taylors' Hall and Walmgate Bar, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
City Centre
If you're spending some time in City Centre, Merchant Adventurers' Hall and Shambles are top sights worth seeing.
Clifton
Though Clifton may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like St. Mary's Abbey and York Theatre Royal.
Foss Islands
Though Foss Islands may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Walmgate Bar and York Barbican.
Bishophill
If you're spending some time in Bishophill, Micklegate Bar and Yorvik Brass Rubbing Centre are top sights worth seeing.
