How Axel worksAxel $147 a night vs $156 on Expedia at Mercure York Fairfield Manor Hotel, Nov 6 to Nov 8, 2026: $9 a night less (6%). Seen Oct 8.
4-star hotel · Fairfield Inn · Shipton Road, York
Shopping on site · 24-hour reception · Elevator/lift · Smoke-free property · Heating · Security guard · Newspapers · Express check-in/check-out · Garden · Television in lobby · Terrace · Fire Extinguisher
Hotels in YorkA traditional 4-star manor-house hotel on York’s outskirts
7.8/10
Warm service and free parking make up for rooms that need refreshing.
Mercure York Fairfield Manor is a traditional 4-star manor-house hotel on York’s outskirts, not a Fairfield Inn. It’s a good pick for a comfortable base with free parking rather than a polished country-house escape. The hotel’s six-acre grounds add appeal, while recent Expedia, Tripadvisor and Accor guests repeatedly praise helpful staff, comfortable beds and breakfast. Cleanliness generally earns stronger marks than the condition of the rooms.
The main compromise is tired bedroom furniture and bathrooms: several 2026 guests describe worn fittings and décor that fall short of four-star expectations. There’s no air-conditioning, and summer guests report uncomfortable heat. York sightseeing means using a bus, nearby park-and-ride or taxi rather than stepping straight into the centre. We’d choose it for a practical driving break, but skip it for fresh interiors or walk-everywhere convenience.
Axel's opinion, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews, scored for what the hotel is. Sources: Hotel website · Tripadvisor · Expedia · Booking.com. Reviewed Oct 10, 2026.
$147 a night with Axel against $156 a night on Expedia for the same dates and party: $9 a night less (6%).
Classic Double room (full double bed) · non-refundable
$9/night less than Expedia (6%)Rate for Nov 6 to Nov 8, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 8
Sign up free to book this rate$165 a night with Axel against $174 a night on Expedia for the same dates and party: $9 a night less (5%).
Classic Twin room (twin beds) · non-refundable
$9/night less than Expedia (5%)Rate for Nov 13 to Nov 15, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 13
Sign up free to book this rate$108 a night with Axel against $114 a night on Expedia for the same dates and party: $6 a night less (5%).
Classic Twin room (twin beds) · non-refundable
$6/night less than Expedia (5%)Rate for Nov 24 to Nov 26, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 13
Sign up free to book this rate$193 a night with Axel against $202 a night on Expedia for the same dates and party: $9 a night less (4%).
Classic Double room (full double bed) · refundable
$9/night less than Expedia (4%)Rate for Dec 11 to Dec 13, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 13
Sign up free to book this rate$88 a night with Axel against $92 a night on Expedia for the same dates and party: $4 a night less (4%).
Classic Family room · non-refundable
$4/night less than Expedia (4%)Rate for Jan 8 to Jan 10, 2027 · 2 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 13
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Axel $147 a night vs $156 on Expedia at Mercure York Fairfield Manor Hotel, Nov 6 to Nov 8, 2026: $9 a night less (6%). Seen Oct 8.
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Warm service and free parking make up for rooms that need refreshing. A traditional 4-star manor-house hotel on York’s outskirts, scored for what it is.
Mercure York Fairfield Manor is a traditional 4-star manor-house hotel on York’s outskirts, not a Fairfield Inn. It’s a good pick for a comfortable base with free parking rather than a polished country-house escape. The hotel’s six-acre grounds add appeal, while recent Expedia, Tripadvisor and Accor guests repeatedly praise helpful staff, comfortable beds and breakfast. Cleanliness generally earns stronger marks than the condition of the rooms.
The main compromise is tired bedroom furniture and bathrooms: several 2026 guests describe worn fittings and décor that fall short of four-star expectations. There’s no air-conditioning, and summer guests report uncomfortable heat. York sightseeing means using a bus, nearby park-and-ride or taxi rather than stepping straight into the centre. We’d choose it for a practical driving break, but skip it for fresh interiors or walk-everywhere convenience.
Best for: drivers visiting York; couples prioritizing comfort over style; business and event guests
Watch out for: dated bedrooms and bathrooms; no air-conditioning; transport needed for central York
Location: Outside central York, with a bus stop nearby and convenient park-and-ride access.
Rooms: Generally comfortable and spacious, but recurring reports of tired furniture and bathrooms.
Cleanliness: Mostly praised across sources; some recent guests flag mould around baths.
Service: Friendly, helpful staff are the most consistent strength in recent reviews.
Amenities: Restaurant, bar, gardens, free Wi-Fi and meeting rooms; breakfast receives frequent praise.
Fees and surprises: Parking is free; breakfast may cost extra, pets incur a charge, and functions can bring noise.
Axel's opinion of Mercure York Fairfield Manor Hotel, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Hotel website · Tripadvisor · Expedia · Booking.com. Reviewed Oct 10, 2026.
Every stay Axel priced for Mercure York Fairfield Manor Hotel within the last 7 days. Each rate is per night: the total for the stay shown, as a free account pays it, including any fee the hotel collects at check-in, divided by its nights, beside the public rate seen for the same dates and party, also per night. These are examples, not live inventory: sign up free and Axel checks live rooms and rates for those dates.
| Stay | Axel rate | Public rate | Difference | Seen | Book |
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| Nov 6 to Nov 8, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults | $147 a night · non-refundable · Classic Double room (full double bed) | $156 a night on Expedia | $9 a night less (6%) | Seen Oct 8 | Sign up free to book |
| Nov 13 to Nov 15, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults | $165 a night · non-refundable · Classic Twin room (twin beds) | $174 a night on Expedia | $9 a night less (5%) | Seen Oct 13 | Sign up free to book |
| Nov 24 to Nov 26, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults | $108 a night · non-refundable · Classic Twin room (twin beds) | $114 a night on Expedia | $6 a night less (5%) | Seen Oct 13 | Sign up free to book |
| Dec 11 to Dec 13, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults | $193 a night · refundable · Classic Double room (full double bed) | $202 a night on Expedia | $9 a night less (4%) | Seen Oct 13 | Sign up free to book |
| Jan 8 to Jan 10, 2027 · 2 nights · 2 adults | $88 a night · non-refundable · Classic Family room | $92 a night on Expedia | $4 a night less (4%) | Seen Oct 13 | Sign up free to book |
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