I have been meaning to write this since I got back. We stayed here for a week and loved it. Very friendly and welcoming, we were offered a cup of tea on arrival which was so thoughtful after our long drive. Nice quiet area. What a pleasure it was to go down to the fab breakfast in the morning, the... more

This is the second time we have stayed and yet again it was a very pleasurable one. The rooms are of a high standard with a lovely homely feel to them. The location of Alexander house is ideal for walking into the city. I would highly recomend the full cooked breakfast ! Thank you for a lovely stay and for... more

We stayed at Alexander House for 3 nights in October 2009. The room (Fossgate) was large, clean and comfortable, with a new bathroom, a good shower and very comfortable large bed. The breakfast was excellent (especially the porridge) and the location was perfect with only a short walk to the town centre. However, the best part for us was how... more

My Wife and myself spent 1 night at the most enjoyable Guest. Cleanliness to a fault. Lovely Bedroom ( Walmgate ). Delicious Breakfast but most of all a lovely pair of hosts , Gill and David could not do enough to make our stay any better We will definitely return and would not have any hesitation in recommending this Guest... more

Very good breakfast, comfy beds, spacious rooms. An excellent B&B. I would go back if in York again. more

David and Gillian gave us an extremely warm welcome and were always helpful and eager that we enjoyed our stay. We stayed in well appointed rooms which were comfortable with a high level of attention to detail in them. We walked into York along the river each day and found it a good place to stay out of the bustle... more

I stayed here for two nights with my wife on our UK trip. Alexander House was very comfortable guest house and about a ten minute walk to the town center. Our attic room was very nice and York is not to be missed! A good choice for families. more

Alexander House is run by friendly, efficient and personable owners and staff. We stayed in a spotless, very spacious, top floor room with quality beds. Lovely extras were provided, such as fresh flowers and a magnifying mirror in the bathroom. The guest house is well located in the centre of York. The breakfast was second to none and vegetarians are... more

Alexander House is a beautifully maintained establishment with generous, spotlessly clean ooms, very comfortable beds in an ideal location. Dave and Gillian are lovely people who will make you welcome, give good advice and serve a wonderful breakfast - plenty of choice, very fresh and tasty! We loved our stay there. Our room had a bath which was perfect after... more