Teddy Bear Facts

Teddy Bears became popular during the 1890's but were not cuddly toys, just ornaments. The 'cuddle' elements came with the name 'Teddy'. In 1902 President Theodore Roosevelt (known as Teddy) went on a hunting expedition and refused to shoot a young bear. The first toy bears then appeared in the New York stores labeled 'Teddy' bears.

Welcome

The Guest House is run by the owners and has been tastefully renovated to retain much of the original character. Cosy and rambling with a friendly atmosphere. Monkgate Guest House was originally three cottages built in early 18th century. It is a grade II listed building just outside the ancient city walls of York on Monkgate it is well situated for York Minster and the main city area so convenient for business or pleasure. A country atmosphere in a city environment.

Why choose us

We are five minutes walk from the city centre
We have off the street parking or permit parking
We always welcome children.
We are convenient for business or pleasure visits to York
We are Award Winning!

York is renowned for its beautiful Medieval and Georgian buildings and there is so much to see and do. Apart from the many attractions, the Shambles, The Jorvik Centre and The Railway Museum to name just a few, you have many wonderful shops and restaurants at your disposal all within easy walking distance of Monkgate Guest House. Most weeks throughout the year York is host to an event i.e. The Viking Festival in February or the Food & Drink Festival in September and around Christmas time the whole city comes alive with the colourful lights and bustling street fairs.

William & Jane have created an award winning guest house tastefully renovated to retain much of its original character which is cosy and rambling with a friendly atmosphere. Non-smoking and close to all York's amenities they also benefit from private parking or permit parking.

They have been York Tourism Bureau Finalist for the Best Guest House consistently for the past seven years including 2005/06 and in 2006/07 were awarded Best Guest House Award of Excellence from York Guest House Association for outstanding customer service.