Christmas Celebrations at Novotel York Centre Review: February 2020 #Gifted
Novotel York Centre is the perfect place for family and friends to celebrate Christmas in style. Also, with Valentines Day fast approaching, Novotel York Centre would make a perfect Valentines retreat for yourself and a loved one.
Recently, the hotel has carried out extensive quality refurbishment to the property providing guests with an even more fabulous experience.
Their reception area even has super sweetie shop style displays which is a very cool addition.
The newly renovated Junior Suite really is something else, a spacious open plan contemporary family hub to kick back and relax in as you plan all your amazing York adventures.
With a queen bed, desk, tea tray, iron, minibar with complimentary bottled water, Nespresso coffee machine, safe and hairdryer, you really do have all the modern conveniences.
There are two huge flat-screen televisions for viewing both in the bedroom and lounge. Along with complimentary Wi-Fi access.
A warm welcome in the form of a sweet platter and a beautiful card with an illustration of York – the perfect keepsake and memory.
The bathroom is super large includes double sinks, vanity mirrors, separate stand up shower unit and complimentary toiletries.
Additionally, the deep soak bath is perfect to chill out, soak up some bubbles and relax in.
After checking in why not head back down to reception and chill out in their lovely lounge. Decor a mixture on industrial and retro chic, the perfect place to play, picture or people watch.
Christmas decorations, including the tree complemented the existing detail and York artwork.
Head to the Gourmet bar for a warming drink or perhaps a glass of fizz or two. The range of drinks on offer both alcoholic and non-alcoholic is brilliant.
Fancy fabulous food well stay on and enjoy the gorgeous Gourmet restaurant. Connor our server was just as warm and pleasant as our last visit, he is a natural and makes customer service look easy!
My dinner dietaries were really fabulously handled by the lovely Kai and his team which made for a lovely relaxed evening. Super scrummy starters included a butternut squash salad which was Amaze and these super cheesy meatballs.
Mains included a massive steak with chips and all the extras such as peppercorn sauce and the chef kindly made me a vegan style roast dinner which was not only majorly appreciated but enjoyed enormously.
Dessert included ice cream, warm chocolate brownie all washed down with some peppermint tea.
Our suite overlooked the idyllic banks of the river Foss, so it was lovely to relax and reflect while enjoying the in-room tea tray.
Head for an early morning dip in the onsite, 40 metres square, swimming pool which features a marvellous mural of sea life to encourage the kids to take a swim.
Breakfast buffet style is available during your stay which you have the option of continental such as pastries, fruit and cereals.
Also, there are hot options which provide guests with a full English breakfast.
All served in the relaxed surroundings of the gorgeous Gourmet bar and restaurant.
Recent renovations at the Novotel York Centre have created a lovely place for family and friends to stay, while exploring York, with a home away from home vibe.
Thank you for reading 😊
Melanie xx
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It looks like Novotel throw themselves into the Christmas spirit – it sounds like a really interesting place to go and stay and get to explore York from.
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You are so right, they really do. Deffo worth a stay the next time you Visit York xx
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Ah this makes me miss Christmas! It looks like a lovely place to stay and take in all the festivities in York – or indeed at any time of year.
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Aw that is so lovely. Really good and yes an ideal base to explore York at anytime of the year xx
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After I read your article I know where I want to spend next Christmas. Looks so romantic and quiet, the perfect place for holiday relax.
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Brilliant, I hope that you enjoy your stay – have a fab time at the Novotel York Centre xx
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That place does look amazing! The rooms, the food, everything!! A perfect retreat idea indeed.
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I could not have said it better myself Matt xx
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The food looks amazing here! Everything looks so so tasty. I bet was lovely to stay near Christmas; making me feel all Christmassy again!
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We loved dinner at the restaurant and yes it was a good season to stay xx
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That Hotel looks amazing. I’m a sucker for modern decor and that foos looks amazing.
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Yes, the decor is modern and dinner was lush xx
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Wow, it really looks fabulous! Thank you for sharing 😊 We’re looking for our next holiday location and I’ve considered staying at a Novotel hotel 😍 Now I’m sure!
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My pleasure!! Fab stuff, I hope that you have an amazing stay hun – enjoy xx
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The hotel looks great. Very rustic yet modern as if it were built for the holidays. I miss Christmas already. I cannot believe how fast Christmas was. It just came and went in a blink of an idea. Great blog post.
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Tell me about it. thank you so much for the lovely feedback Sarah 🙂 xx
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Novotel hotels are really lovely. I haven’t stayed here though.
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They are and perhaps this could be one for you in the future xx
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Novotel New York sounds like a great place to celebrate Christmas. I love staying somewhere that has all the amenities.
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Yes, they have everything on site which is great xx
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What a nice place to relax. I love the swimming pool. Plus all the desserts look delicious.
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It was and yes the pool and pudding s are up lol xx
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I love York having lived there for a few years. The hotel looks great and I know where it is which is a fabulous location for seeing the rest of the city.
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York is amazing – I love the place. I could not agree with you more xx
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I must visit York. I’ve heard it’s a nice place. I love a clean airy hotel that serves good food. Seems the Novotel is just the place to stay if I was to visit.
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I agree, you must deffo visit York, it is brilliant! Fab stuff, have fun when you visit York xx
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This sounds like a great place to stay. I love a nice little suite like this, they’re so convenient when traveling with family.
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Totally agree with you, the suite was an excellent choice of accommodations xx
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That food all looks incredible. I’ve never stayed at a Novotel but they look and sound like wonderful places to stay.
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IT is a fab hotel in York and the dinner was lovely too xx
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I have always loved staying at Novotel but never booked a stay during Christmas time, would definitely love to stay there now that I have read your review. Great hotel and delicious food.
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Fab stuff, so glad my review has inspired you to book a Christmas stay at Novotel York – You will love the place! Have fun xx
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What a gorgeous place
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Totally agree with you, we loved the new decor xx
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What a gorgeous place! I would definitely stay at Novotel next time we’re there!
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I can see why you would, have a great time when you visit York xx
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I thoroughly enjoyed Christmas celebrations this year! Thanks for such nice blog
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We had a lovely time too. My pleasure and glad it was of use to you xx
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That junior suite looks great, it’s nice to have a seating area which is separate from the bed to make it feel bigger x
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Yes, it was very roomy and a super suite to stay in xx
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Nnnniiiicccceeeeee….I love what I am seeing. The refurbishments fully paid off, if you ask me. Lots of natural light which is a major ingredient of a fruitful stay at any location.
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Totally, the refurbishment has been long and they have thought about the details for sure xx
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Seems like a great place to stay, I would really enjoy that platter of sweets!
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Yes, I like your style Ann. Well perhaps this is one for you the next time you Visit York xx
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I love your Novotel York Centre Review! I have stayed on a different Novotel before. I hope to try this one too.
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Thank you so much for the fab feedback!! Yes, I hope you do and have a fab stay xx
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York is one of my favourite places to visit so will definitely have to check out the Novotel next time I am there! It looks fab!
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York is one of my fab places also. Aw yes have a fab stay lovely xx
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The Novotel Hotel looks lovely, the decor is excellent and they seem to have done a good job in the refurb, ‘the food also looks delightfull.
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I could not have put it better myself xx
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What a lovely way to celebrate the festive season. The food looks to die for and what a great venue for it.
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Yes, the hotel was fab and the new suite was lush. Loved dinner too xx
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I didn’t have Novotel as smart and comfortable as this in my mind, what a great review and a good thumbs up to a Christmas visit.
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Thank you for the fab feedback and yes, now you know where to stay the next time you visit York xx
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I have never stayed in a Novotel before, this looks like a lovely hotel and we are wanting to visit York so will have a look when booking to stay
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That is fab to hear, I hope you enjoy your stay when you visit York xx
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What a fabulous place! It looks like a place I would say in a heartbeat. The pool, food, ambiance, everything looks perfect.
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Pretty much said it in a nutshell, a great hotel to stay xx
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What a lovely place! They are definitely in the Christmas spirit — I wonder how cool it would be for Valentine’s vibes? Looks like the perfect place!
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Ooo yes, I think it would be perfect for Valentines vibes lovely xx
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I love little boutique hotels like this. They are designed beautifully and have so much character. This place looks sooo gorgeous!
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It was a lovely stay and the new suite is a perfect place to enjoy a visit to York xx
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The food looks amazing! And the sweetie shop style interior made us smile! Looks like a great central hub for exploring York!
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Yes, the dinner was lovely. Yes, I can see why lol Great place to stay while visiting York xx
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I’ve never stayed anywhere for Christmas, but my husband and I have talked about doing it at some point. This place looks fabulous, especially with those desserts and the great pool and that view!
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Ooo well sounds like this place would be ideal for you, hubby and family xx
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I had always thought of Novotel hotels as something slightly better than a Travelodge. It seems I couldn’t be more wrong. It sounds like a wonderful place and the food looks divine.
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Exactly, the Novotel York has really gone upscale with plush interiors and is well worth a stay the next time you visit York xx
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This looks like an amazing place to stay! The food looks great too!
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It is an amazing place and yes dinner was super yummy xx
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The place looks amazing and the food looks delicious. Have to plan with my family for a stay away this Christmas.
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Aw yes sounds lovely, I hope that you all have a lovely Christmas in York xx
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Love the hotel! Everything looks so amazing! I would definitely love to spend some days there!
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Yeah, I hear you on that one! I would well recommend xx
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Nice pick for a place to stay! Novotel hotels always offer a great experience. I know it because my son used to work as a hotel staff in a Novotel branch.
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It is a fab pick and I would well recommend for sure xx
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The Novotel looks fantastic, such a lovely place to stay
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I could not agree with you more hun, the accommodations at York are excellent xx
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This hotel looks lovely – and that food looks incredible!
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I could not have said it better myself Emma xx
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It looks so fancy! I would love to stay here when I visit York.
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Aw that is fab to hear, I hope that you have a lovely time when you visit York xx
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I absolutely love York – we’ll have to check out the Novotel next time we go as it looks a great place to stay!
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Fab stuff, I am sure you will have a fun stay in York xx
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The food alone looks worth going over for a visit. I love places like this that offer holiday celebrations.
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We loved dinner, it was lovely and service on point too. xx
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These are awesome and makes want to go back again to Christmas. the pool and lights are nice for such an occasion in this place.
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Yes, they really did a good job of the Christmas theme for sure xx
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I love anything Christmas. This looks so awesome.
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Me too and the Novotel York centre did a good job with the decor for sure xx
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Oh it looks so good and would be great place to visit
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Well worth a whirl, we loved the new refurbishment xx
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I love York, such a sweet city for a weekend break. This looks like a fab place to stay.
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Mt too, York is so lovely. Absolutely, ideal for a weekend break away xx
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They did a GREAT job with renovations. Looks fancy, classy and the pool is inviting.
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I could not have said it better myself hun xx
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I heard Novotel is a great brand. Amazing review everything looks so posh!
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Thank you so much for the lovely feedback – a lovely hotel for sure xx
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I love she sweetie display! The room looks really nice too. What a lovely place to stay.
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Yes, the suite we had was very nice and well worth a stay xx
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