The redevelopment of 4-7 Parliament Street will see the property converted into Mansley Serviced Apartments, offering visitors stylish accommodation in the heart of the city. The aparthotel will combine contemporary design with the flexibility of self-catering facilities and the convenience of hotel-style services.

Planning officers approved proposals for new external signage, concluding that the branding would be suitable for the city centre location.

The approval follows an earlier decision in 2021, when plans to change the building’s use from retail premises to tourist accommodation were first granted.

According to Mansley, the York development will feature fully equipped kitchens, en-suite bathrooms and a rooftop garden, providing guests with a comfortable base from which to explore the city’s attractions.

The company says visitors will be within a short walk of some of York’s most iconic landmarks, including York Minster, the Shambles and the city’s popular seasonal events and markets.

Mansley Serviced Apartments currently operates aparthotels across several UK destinations, including London, Edinburgh, Cheltenham and Inverness. The company caters to both leisure and business travellers seeking the added space and flexibility of apartment-style accommodation.

As part of the approved works, branded signs will be installed on the exterior of the Parliament Street building, marking the next step in bringing the new city centre accommodation to York.