The Grand, York

Name

The Grand, York

Legal name

The Grand, York

Website

https://thegrandyork.co.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

1906

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Luxury Hotels & Hospitality

NAICS

Hotels (except Casino Hotels) and Motels (72111), Full-Service Restaurants (722511), Traveler Accommodation (7211), Accommodation (721)

SIC

Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000), Hotels & Motels (7011), Retail-Eating & Drinking Places (5810)

akta.pro primary industry

Urban Luxury Hotels (City Luxury) (THAGACAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Hotel & Resort Restaurants (THAFACAH), Venue & Banquet Hall Catering (THAFAIAC)

Keywords

• Luxury hotel accommodation
• Fine dining restaurants
• Spa wellness services
• Wedding event venues
• Corporate meeting spaces

Headquarters

HQ city

York, UK

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Hotel Accommodation: Luxury 5-star hotel rooms and suites ranging from Classic Rooms (334 sq ft) to Penthouse Suite (688 sq ft) with various categories including Executive, Grand Family, Heritage Suites, Grand Heritage Suites
2. Food & Beverage: Multiple dining venues: Legacy (fine dining, 3 AA Rosettes), The Rise Restaurant (modern British, AA Rosette), SubRosa Restaurant (Asian-fusion wellness), 1906 Bar, Afternoon Tea service, In-Room Dining
3. Spa Services: SubRosa Spa treatments, spa days (Rosa, Alba, Aura packages), spa breaks (Luna, Amor), spa memberships at £249/month or £2739/year, treatment menu
4. Meetings & Events: Corporate meetings, conferences, team building (Cookery School, cocktail masterclass), private dining, business retreats with dedicated event spaces for up to 120 delegates
5. Weddings: Bespoke wedding packages including exclusive use options, ceremony and reception spaces, Legacy fine dining, cocktail experiences, multi-day celebrations
6. Packages & Offers: Curated staycation packages including Unforgettable Moments (£179+), Discover York (£717+), Dinner Bed & Breakfast (£349+), seasonal and racing packages
7. Cookery School: Culinary classes and experiences for all skill levels, corporate team building, private events

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels7 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

The Grand, York operates a five-star luxury hotel offering accommodation across six room categories, four distinct dining venues including AA Rosette-awarded restaurants, an underground SubRosa Spa with Five Bubbles Luxury status, a state-of-the-art Cookery School, meetings and event spaces for up to 120 delegates, and bespoke wedding services. The historic 1906 Edwardian building serves as a full-service hospitality destination combining overnight stays, culinary experiences, wellness, and event hosting under one roof.

Product overview

The Grand, York is a five-star luxury hotel offering an integrated hospitality experience combining accommodation, dining, wellness, and events. Accommodation spans six room/suite tiers from Classic Rooms (334 sq ft) to the Penthouse Suite (688 sq ft with York Minster views), each designed with contemporary comfort and period elegance. Dining comprises four distinct venues: Legacy (AA Three Rosette fine dining with seasonal tasting menus), The Rise (AA Rosette modern British cuisine with open kitchen), SubRosa Restaurant (health-conscious Asian-fusion spa dining), and 1906 Bar (classic cocktails and whisky). The award-winning SubRosa Spa provides underground wellness facilities with treatments using Elemis, Seabody, and MarocMaroc products, available as day sessions, packages, or annual memberships. The Cookery School offers culinary classes and team building. Meeting and events spaces accommodate up to 120 delegates across six suites. The hotel also provides bespoke wedding services and gift voucher products. All components work together as a unified luxury destination offering comprehensive hospitality services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Legacy: AA Three Rosette fine dining restaurant celebrating local produce, suppliers and history with a tasting menu.
• The Rise
• SubRosa Restaurant
• 1906 Bar
• SubRosa Spa
• The Cookery School

Products and services

• Classic Rooms Entry-level bedrooms at 334 sq ft/31 sq m with shower over bath, coffee machine, and twin option, designed for guests seeking a stylish and comfortable base at the five-star hotel.
• Executive Rooms Bedrooms at 389 sq ft/36 sq m providing an ideal backdrop for business visitors or longer leisure stays, featuring both bath and shower.
• Grand Family Rooms Rooms designed to suit families of four, with extra beds available on request, at 398 sq ft/37 sq m, serving as a base for sight-seeing staycations.
• Heritage Suites Spacious suites from 495–548 sq ft/46–51 sq m often featuring original historical features or views of York's City Walls, including lounge area, Nespresso machine, and late checkout.
• Grand Heritage Suites Luxurious Edwardian-accented suites at 602–645 sq ft/56–60 sq m with complimentary valet parking, bottle of Champagne upon arrival, and complimentary spa and gym access.
• Penthouse Suite Opulent top-floor suite at 688 sq ft/64 sq m with views of York Minster and historic City Walls, featuring roll top bath, complimentary valet parking, and Champagne.
• Legacy Restaurant AA Three Rosette fine dining restaurant celebrating local Yorkshire produce and suppliers with a tasting menu approach and modern cooking methods, open Wednesday–Sunday 18:30–20:30.
• The Rise Restaurant, Terrace & Bar AA Rosette awarded restaurant offering modern British cuisine with locally sourced ingredients from an open kitchen, serving breakfast, afternoon tea, and dinner plus monthly Jazz Nights.
• 1906 Bar Classic bar and lounge featuring an extensive specialist whisky list, signature cocktails, Champagne and Martini cocktails, premium spirits, quality lagers, and Yorkshire ales, with live music on Friday and Saturday evenings.
• SubRosa Restaurant Wellness-focused spa restaurant inspired by East Asian flavours with health-conscious small plates and larger dishes, serving from 11am–8:30pm daily with family times 4:30pm–6pm.
• Afternoon Tea Award-winning quintessentially British afternoon tea experience awarded 'Best Afternoon Tea 2026' by Condé Nast Johansens, served 12:30–16:00 with optional Prosecco, Champagne or English Sparkling upgrades.
• SubRosa Spa Underground spa sanctuary featuring Himalayan Salt Sauna, Tirol Hot Sauna, Hydrotherapy Pool, Herbal Steam Room, Mineral Steam Room, Rasul, Double Hammam, Relaxation Room, and Immersive Sunlight Experience, using Elemis, Seabody, and MarocMaroc product lines.
• Spa Days Day spa experiences ranging from short sessions to full-day escapes including Rosa (full day from £220), Alba (half day from £175), and Aura (short day from £95 with Champagne).
• Spa Breaks Overnight spa escapes combining treatments, spa access, and accommodation including Luna (from £404 single/£589 double) and Amor (from £534 single/£859 double with 8-course Legacy dinner).
• Spa Membership Year-round wellness membership offering unlimited spa and gym access (07:00–22:00), four complimentary guest passes, four complimentary Rasul experiences, monthly Salt & Light Therapy, complimentary skin analysis and mini facial, 20% off treatments and F&B, and 10% off Cookery School, at £249/month or £2,739/year.
• Spa Treatments Signature spa treatments including Hammam & Rasul rituals, facials, and body rituals using Elemis, Seabody, and MarocMaroc products, with offerings such as Traditional Hammam (£80), The Grand Hammam (£125), Touch Nourish facial (£105), and Drift and Dream Sleep Ritual (£170).
• The Cookery School State-of-the-art cookery school offering courses for all abilities from novices to aspiring chefs, featuring 16 cooking stations, team building experiences, cocktail masterclasses, and Chef's Table dining experience, also serving as a venue for events, conferences, and private dining.
• Meetings & Events Versatile meeting and events spaces spanning six impressive suites including The Grand Boardroom, White Rose Lounge, and The Chairman's Suite, supporting up to 120 delegates with flexible room configurations for conferences, meetings, special occasions, and bespoke events.
• Corporate Retreats & Team Building Tailored team-building experiences including Cookery School classes (from £105/person), Cocktail Making (from £75/person), and Discover York tours, with Grand Retreat packages combining accommodation with activities.
• Weddings Luxury wedding venue in York offering bespoke celebrations from intimate elopements to multi-day celebrations, with venue spaces including The Grand Boardroom, Chairman's Suite, and Legacy restaurant, supported by a dedicated Wedding Coordinator.
• Gift Vouchers Gift vouchers available for monetary value, specific packages, or dining experiences at The Rise, Legacy, 1906 Bar, Afternoon Tea, Spa treatments, and Spa days.
• Concierge Services Premium concierge services including private transportation with helicopter transfers, meet and greet at York Train Station (full service £25, single £15), valet parking (£49.50/night), luggage storage, and dry cleaning services.
• Hotel Packages Curated staycation packages including Unforgettable Moments (from £179), Discover York (two-night break from £717), and Dinner, Bed & Breakfast (from £349) combining accommodation with dining and sightseeing experiences.

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Integration6 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Bees Abroad ProjectminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2019Rooftop beehives are twinned with those in Kome Island through Bees Abroad Project, supporting women to build sustainable livelihoods through beekeeping
• York BIDminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerYork BID membership supports their work creating a cleaner and greener City of York
• Preferred Hotels and ResortscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership on Green initiatives as member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts L.V.X. Collection
• Green TourismcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBronze accreditation holder from UK's leading independent sustainability certification programme
• VelosophyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership to purchase three bicycles for guest hire made from recycled aluminium with 'one for one' strategy providing bikes to schoolgirls in developing countries
• MasonsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for honey gin using honey produced from rooftop beehives
• ElemiscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSpa product house - No.1 British skincare brand used throughout facial treatments at SubRosa Spa
• MarocMaroccoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSpa product house - Moroccan-inspired beauty rituals powering Hammam and Rasul ceremonies at SubRosa Spa
• SeabodycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSpa product house - Marine biotechnology skincare used in body treatments and signature rituals at SubRosa Spa
• Ecologi and Eden ProjectminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerWooden amenity supplier partners with Ecologi and Eden Project to plant trees with every order
• DripDropminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAutomated umbrella rental service providing storm-proof umbrellas from recycled plastic (rPET) for guest use

Scale indicators11 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• The Principal York: Iconic York hotel near the railway station competing directly with The Grand for city-centre luxury leisure and corporate stays at a slightly lower price tier.
• Middlethorpe Hall & Spa: Historic 5-star country house hotel on the outskirts of York, operated by the National Trust. Competes head-to-head with The Grand for luxury leisure stays, weddings, and fine dining in the York catchment.
• Rudding Park Hotel, Spa & Golf: Harrogate-based luxury hotel with spa, restaurants, and extensive event facilities. Competes with The Grand for Yorkshire luxury leisure, spa breaks, and corporate events at a similar price point.
• Bovey Castle: 5-star heritage country house hotel in Devon with spa, restaurants, and events. Comparable heritage luxury UK property with similar multi-vertical offerings and wedding/event focus.
• The Scarlet Hotel: Eco-luxury adult-only hotel in Cornwall with award-winning spa and strong F&B. Comparable as a UK independent luxury property where spa and dining are central to the value proposition.
• Belmond Le Manoir aux Quat'Saisons: Multi-Michelin-starred luxury hotel and restaurant in Oxfordshire. Comparable on the high-end UK luxury F&B and hotel combination, though at a higher price tier.
• Grantley Hall: 5-star luxury hotel near Ripon in Yorkshire, featuring multiple restaurants, a spa, and event facilities. Direct competitor for high-end Yorkshire breaks, weddings, and corporate retreats with a comparable multi-vertical structure.
• Cliveden House: National Trust-owned5-star heritage hotel near London with spa, fine dining, and event facilities. Comparable heritage-luxury positioning, multi-vertical structure, and wedding/event focus.
• The Gainsborough Bath Spa: 5-star heritage hotel in Bath with a notable spa and F&B outlets. Comparable as a UK heritage luxury property combining historic architecture, spa, fine dining, and event facilities under a single asset.

Broad incumbents

• Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, London: Established5-star luxury hotel group with multiple UK and global properties. Relevant broader incumbent benchmark for premium pricing, F&B standards, and spa/wellness positioning at luxury tier.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Instagraminstagram.com/thegrandyork
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/grand-hotel-&-spa-york

Compliance6 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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