Title: Aura Retreat- 1 Bedroom Apartment Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=57935995&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Aura Retreat- 1 Bedroom Apartment Apartment with kitchen, near Shambles ## Photo gallery for Aura Retreat- 1 Bedroom Apartment ![Interior - Aura Retreat- 1 Bedroom Apartment (York)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57940000/57936000/57935995/bc9b7d56.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining - Aura Retreat- 1 Bedroom Apartment (York)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57940000/57936000/57935995/0bd15935.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets - Aura Retreat- 1 Bedroom Apartment (York)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57940000/57936000/57935995/9e08ba4b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Aura Retreat- 1 Bedroom Apartment (York)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57940000/57936000/57935995/bedf996d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, toaster - Aura Retreat- 1 Bedroom Apartment (York)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57940000/57936000/57935995/ec3139cc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Just outside York's city centre, Aura Retreat offers a luxurious escape with modern comforts. This one-bedroom apartment boasts an open-plan living and dining room, a stylish grey kitchen, and comfortable furnishings. Enjoy hotel-quality bed linen and towels along with free high-speed WiFi. ## Reviews 9.0 Wonderful ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Free Wi-Fi - Parking available £244 includes taxes & fees 13 Feb - 14 Feb ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Aura Retreat- 1 Bedroom Apartment Aura Retreat is our stunning luxury apartment located in a perfect spot just outside of the city centre. The recently developed building is located just off Layerthorpe, roughly a 12-15 minutes’ walk into the centre of York. Located just a 2 minute walk around the corner from the Foss Islands shopping strip and a Morrisons Supermarket, everything you could need is within walking distance. This gorgeous one bedroom apartment oozes luxury upon entering the building. Heading up the stairs into the apartment, You will immediately notice that everything the apartment contains is practically brand new. Through the entrance door you will immediately see the spacious open plan living and dining room. The living room is modernly decorated to a high standard, offering a double sofa bed for extra sleeping space, a smart flat screen Tv and 2 beautifully comfortable arm chairs. The apartment benefits from full interior design and makes for the perfect base for any business or leisure stay. The apartment itself has been thoughtfully planned to allow for maximum natural light throughout the whole property. The large bright windows allow the living area to be so bright and airy yet at the same time so cosy and homely! Its everything you could want. The stylish grey kitchen comes complete with an electric hob and oven, microwave, kettle, toaster and a washer/dryer for your use. Alongside all of the cutlery and crockery you could need to make a basic meal. The bedroom offers an extremely comfortable king size bed and a large mirrored wardrobe for storage. The modern bathroom contains stunning tiling throughout, along with a walk in shower. The furnishings are extremely comfortable and makes the apartment a perfect choice for your stay in York. Hotel quality bed linen and towels are provided throughout your stay, there is Free high speed WI-FI, ironing and hair drying facilities also for your use giving you the option to pack a little lighter! The property provides free private parking in a private space. It’s the perfect property for a relaxing stay in York for business or leisure providing you with all the home from comforts you should need while still offering a luxurious place to stay during your visit to York. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Property does not allow children ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34140000/34136100/34136098/8fc5d0b1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cocoa Suites 45 - sleeps 2 guests in studio apartment City Centre - Dryer - Microwave 9.2 Wonderful 5 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-26&endDate=2026-02-27&selected=34136098&PinnedHotelID=34136098&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV, offices](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101780000/101775100/101775014/a46db1b4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Luxury Two Bedroom Apartment Apt 4 Bootham - Kitchen - Washing machine - Microwave £175 includes taxes & fees 22 Feb - 23 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-22&endDate=2026-02-23&selected=101775014&PinnedHotelID=101775014&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102090000/102082500/102082411/dfcf1312.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Emerald House - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms The Groves - Kitchen - Washing machine - Outdoor space - Parking available 9.0 Wonderful 8 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-26&endDate=2026-02-27&selected=102082411&PinnedHotelID=102082411&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV, offices](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72040000/72030600/72030587/9baaef12.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Stay Zeni, Ouse Court York 2 Bedroom Apartment Layerthorpe - Kitchen - Washing machine - Gym - Microwave 7.0 Good 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-26&endDate=2026-02-27&selected=72030587&PinnedHotelID=72030587&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27450000/27449300/27449281/289edc0d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Minster's Reach Holiday Apartment The Groves - Kitchen - Washing machine - Free Wi-Fi - Microwave 9.8 Exceptional 40 reviews £268 includes taxes & fees 13 Feb - 14 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-14&selected=27449281&PinnedHotelID=27449281&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74490000/74487900/74487882/0aa9de89.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bootham Row 1 - a couples retreat that sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom Bootham - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Microwave 9.4 Exceptional 16 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-26&endDate=2026-02-27&selected=74487882&PinnedHotelID=74487882&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32900000/32898400/32898374/d27a8256.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 4 bedroom accommodation in York City Centre - Kitchen - Washing machine 9.2 Wonderful 9 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-26&endDate=2026-02-27&selected=32898374&PinnedHotelID=32898374&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91110000/91110000/91109991/1a87edc1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### With your own private hot tub, this is the perfect spot to unwind in. 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as Aura Retreat 1 Bedroom Aura Retreat 1 Bedroom Apartment Aura Retreat- 1 Bedroom Apartment York Aura Retreat- 1 Bedroom Apartment Apartment Aura Retreat- 1 Bedroom Apartment Apartment York 573923 ## About the area Layerthorpe, a neighbourhood in York, is home to this apartment. Notable landmarks in the area include Shambles and York Minster, and travellers wishing to experience a bit of culture can try York Barbican. Jorvik DIG and York Dungeon are also worth visiting. [Visit our York travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/York.dx5489) [View more Apartments in York](https://www.expedia.co.uk/York-Apartments.d5489-aaApartments.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C53.96210%2C-1.06883&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=7CM0qHOGVcDknhI_Jk9dnkcElxk=) York, North Yorkshire ### What's nearby - ![York St. John University. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5489/0faa1ac5-420b-4d2c-b0b8-666e9cdbeb46.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) York St. John University 9 min walk \- 0.5 miles - ![Shambles which includes street scenes, heritage architecture and a small town or village](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6164998/a6ae3c21-2534-4210-8026-d313704406bf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Shambles 12 min walk \- 0.7 miles - ![York Minster featuring heritage architecture, religious elements and a square or plaza](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6079281/7af1e35b-9ae1-4b3b-8e1c-2734af318b57.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) York Minster 13 min walk \- 0.7 miles - ![Walmgate Bar in York](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6164990/c9f29924-c4ed-4059-8eae-12a7a4a83b27.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) York Barbican 14 min walk \- 0.8 miles - ![Jorvik Viking Centre which includes interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6079231/2e71b239-ef3f-4efe-9b6d-00e7947daccd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Jorvik Viking Centre 14 min walk \- 0.8 miles ### Getting around - York Station 9 min drive - Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford) 62 min drive ### Restaurants - Brew York Craft Brewery & Tap Room 14 min walk - St Anthony's Hall Garden 8 min walk - Costa Coffee 3 min walk - Royal Oak 12 min walk - Starbucks 6 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Aura Retreat- 1 Bedroom Apartment pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Aura Retreat- 1 Bedroom Apartment? ### How much is parking at Aura Retreat- 1 Bedroom Apartment? ### What time is check-in at Aura Retreat- 1 Bedroom Apartment? ### What time is check-out at Aura Retreat- 1 Bedroom Apartment? ### Where is Aura Retreat- 1 Bedroom Apartment located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Aura Retreat- 1 Bedroom Apartment Reviews ## Reviews ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 7 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laura c. 26 Aug 2025 #### Modern Apartment Great apartment with the bonus of a parking space. Easy walking distance into town and the apartment has everything needed for a short stay. All amenities were provided and the check in instructions were easy to understand ##### Laura c. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laura c. 1 Aug 2023 #### Great Stay Clean, and comfortable, and just what we needed for a short break in York. Easy walking to the centre. ##### Laura c. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laura c. 10 Nov 2023 #### Very clean and cosy Immaculately clean, very cosy and easy walking distance to everything. Parking was provided so that was ideal. Really enjoyable stay. ##### Laura c. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laura c. 30 Apr 2024 #### Good Location with free parking Numbered allocated parking space provided with this property. Clean modern apartment which was fully equipped with everything we needed. A 15 minute walk in to York. Would recommend booking this property, really enjoyed our stay ##### Laura c. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 6/10 Okay 9 Apr 2024 #### Weekend break to york The flat is ideally located for a visit to York. We liked that it was the top floor so we had the window and doors. Can see out without feeling like people were looking in. The guests before us spotted silverfish so the office let us know and that it will be sorted but not enough time before our check in. We saw one or two in the bathroom but no big deal. The bathroom floor didn’t look to have been cleaned. Carpet wasn’t hoovered well. Anything we went to use in the kitchen appeared dirty so we washed everything before use. And I would recommend if you go to stay you let them know before hand if you need the sofa bed as we had to figure it out and fully make it up on arrival. Handy to have a free parking space at the property rather than have to pay for nearby parking. It did the job! This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 4/10 Poor 14 Feb 2024 #### A disappointing and uncomfortable stay We made this booking with high expectations as the property and letting agency were well rated. This particular apartment is apartment P in the Aura complex.The apartment is relatively new but showing some wear and tear. It is on the top floor so there are some accessibility issues (4 flights of stairs and no lift). Parking is provided - a plus in York. Accommodation is compact but adequate, except in the case of the bedroom, where the placing of a king-sized bed prevents access to plug sockets for a hair drier and there is very little walk-round space. The sitting room has two comfortable chairs and a settee, though we found the positioning of furniture not of the best. The carpet is quite marked from previous layouts and out of its fitting at the bedroom door. The dining table and chairs were a good eating area. The kitchen was adequate and reasonably equipped. The shower room is small with very little space for personal effects. There were small niggles, such as the sitting room clock with a dead battery and a bedside lamp with no bulb. The main problems we encountered: both bathroom and kitchen floors had not been thoroughly cleaned; the shower seal was broken and water spilled out onto the floor during use; the floor mat provided had pubic hair in it when we unfolded it; the bed mattress, which was thin and uncomfortable, had only a sheet covering it and the springs could be felt through it - a very uncomfortable and sagging bed, which we complained about the morning after our arrival; the damp from the shower was encouraging an infestation of silver fish insects. These were found amongst our clothes in the bedroom wardrobe backing onto the shower area. We have pointed out these issues to the agency in private communication. Although they are investigating them they are not prepared to make any amends, preferring to hide behind the detail of the contract, so unfortunately we shall not book through them again. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laura c. 14 Mar 2024 #### Lovely apartment Easy access, parking and close to everything you need in York Lovely apartment York is a beautiful city ##### Laura c. ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [The Churchill Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/York-Hotels-The-Churchill-Hotel.h1779789.Hotel-Information) > > [Minster Hub Guest Accommodation](https://www.expedia.co.uk/York-Hotels-Minster-Hub-Guest-Accommodation.h26724748.Hotel-Information) > > [Sleeps 12 Central York 5★Townhouse Parking Cinema & Pool Table & Games Room](https://www.expedia.co.uk/York-Hotels-Sleeps-12central-York5townhouseparkingcinema-Games-Room.h60368476.Hotel-Information) > > [Malmaison York](https://www.expedia.co.uk/York-Hotels-Malmaison-York.h60606604.Hotel-Information) > > [The King's Apartment](https://www.expedia.co.uk/York-Hotels-The-Kings-Apartment.h48415634.Hotel-Information) > > [Queen Anne's Guest House](https://www.expedia.co.uk/York-Hotels-Queen-Annes-Guest-House.h11440156.Hotel-Information) > > [Lil's on the Waterfront](https://www.expedia.co.uk/York-Hotels-Lils-On-The-Waterfront.h42084475.Hotel-Information) > > [Fossgate Bridge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/York-Hotels-Fossgate-Bridge.h33995755.Hotel-Information) > > [Number 34 Bed and Breakfast](https://www.expedia.co.uk/York-Hotels-Number-34-Bed-And-Breakfast.h16797964.Hotel-Information) > > [Riverside City Loft Apartment](https://www.expedia.co.uk/York-Hotels-Riverside-City-Loft-Apartment.h46254226.Hotel-Information) > > [Pear Tree House](https://www.expedia.co.uk/York-Hotels-Pear-Tree-House.h46254215.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Clementine](https://www.expedia.co.uk/York-Hotels-Clementines-Town-House-Hotel.h1501378.Hotel-Information) > > [Roomzzz York City](https://www.expedia.co.uk/York-Hotels-Roomzzz-York-City.h40584198.Hotel-Information) > > [Huge & Modern 4 Bedroom House in York](https://www.expedia.co.uk/York-Hotels-Huge-Modern-4-Bedroom-House-In-York.h30315517.Hotel-Information) > > [Safestay York Micklegate](https://www.expedia.co.uk/York-Hotels-Safestay-York-Hostel.h4099734.Hotel-Information) > > [The Golden Fleece](https://www.expedia.co.uk/York-Hotels-The-Golden-Fleece.h36101604.Hotel-Information) > > [Georgian House](https://www.expedia.co.uk/York-Hotels-Georgian-House.h4304598.Hotel-Information) > > [No.1 by GuestHouse, York](https://www.expedia.co.uk/York-Hotels-The-Grange-Hotel.h11750.Hotel-Information) > > [Monkbridge Court](https://www.expedia.co.uk/York-Hotels-Monkbridge-Court.h37835454.Hotel-Information) > > [Staycity Aparthotels, York, Barbican Centre](https://www.expedia.co.uk/York-Hotels-Staycity-Aparthotels-Barbican-Centre.h15150495.Hotel-Information) > > [The Milner York](https://www.expedia.co.uk/York-Hotels-Principal-York.h148.Hotel-Information) > > [York City Center ground floor apartment with private parking](https://www.expedia.co.uk/York-Hotels-York-City-Centre-Ground-Floor-Apartment-With-Private-Parking.h32583585.Hotel-Information) > > [The Mitchell](https://www.expedia.co.uk/York-Hotels-The-Mitchell.h48703292.Hotel-Information) > > [DoubleTree by Hilton York](https://www.expedia.co.uk/York-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-York.h430141.Hotel-Information) > > [Noir](https://www.expedia.co.uk/York-Hotels-Noir.h2071781.Hotel-Information) > > [The Fat Badger](https://www.expedia.co.uk/York-Hotels-The-Fat-Badger.h2597650.Hotel-Information) > > [Judges Lodgings York](https://www.expedia.co.uk/York-Hotels-Judges-Lodgings-York.h5823498.Hotel-Information) > > [Hocus Pocus Tiny Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/York-Hotels-Hocus-Pocus-Themed-Accommodation.h69403139.Hotel-Information) ---