Cocoa Suites 23

York's riverside quarter around Rowntree Wharf gives this suite its character. The building itself was once a navigation warehouse, later reimagined as homes and offices; what you get is a ground-floor studio apartment where industrial bones—exposed brick, tall windows—meet contemporary finishes. The River Foss runs past, visible from the living space.

Inside is a single open-plan room that functions as bedroom, living area and kitchen. A double bed sits alongside a dining table and seating; the kitchen is properly equipped with gas and induction cooking, a fridge-freezer, microwave and washer-dryer built in. The shower room has a walk-in enclosure. Everything from bed linen to Wi-Fi to heating is covered; there's a welcome pack on arrival. The main attractions of York—Minster, Bettys, the city walls—are a short walk away. Street parking is available at cost. Smoking is not permitted inside.