The Fort York hostel is located in York city centre, just off Stonegate, a short walk from York Minster Cathedral and York Shambles. The hostel has received excellent ratings for its location, cleanliness, and overall experience. The hostel offers a range of private rooms with unique themes. Guests can enjoy a bar and restaurant, a fitness centre, and a terrace, as well as a kitchen with a fridge, microwave, and dishwasher.
8.0 5673 reviews
York
23/06 – 25/06
SG$45/nighttotal: SG$90 (2 )
Safestay York Micklegate
1 1
hostel , York
Safestay York Micklegate is a hostel located in a Georgian townhouse in York, overlooking Micklegate and the medieval walls, 10 minutes' walk from York Minster and 300 metres from York Railway Station. This accommodation offers private rooms and dormitories with orthopedic mattresses and reading lights, alongside amenities such as air conditioning, a kitchen, a bar, a restaurant, and free internet.
8.9 7108 reviews
York
12/07 – 17/07
SG$71/nighttotal: SG$355 (5 )
Astor York Hostel
1 2
hostel , York
Astor York Hostel is situated just a short walk from York's historic centre and a 10-minute walk from York Railway Station, making it a convenient base for exploring the city. The hostel has consistently received very good ratings for its location, cleanliness, and overall experience. The hostel is housed in a charming Victorian building, offering spacious common areas for relaxing and socialising. Guests can enjoy a range of amenities, including a bar, restaurant, fitness centre, and free Wi-Fi, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable stay.
8.9 4064 reviews
York
11/09 – 13/09
SG$315/nighttotal: SG$630 (2 )
Yha York
1 7
hostel , York
YHA York is located in a quiet residential area of Clifton, just a 15-minute walk from York Minster and the city walls. The hostel has consistently received very good ratings for its cleanliness, location, and overall user experience. The hostel is housed in a beautiful Victorian mansion with extensive gardens. Guests can enjoy a restaurant, bar, games room, fitness centre, and self-catering kitchen, as well as a spacious common room with Wi-Fi access.
8.3 2453 reviews
York
17/07 – 19/07
SG$475/nighttotal: SG$950 (2 )
Stableside Hostel At York Racecourse
4 4
hostel , York
Stableside At York Racecourse is situated just a 25-minute walk from York city centre, offering a peaceful escape from the bustling city, set within landscaped grounds near the Knavesmire. This 3-star hotel has received very good user ratings for its location, cleanliness, and overall experience. The hotel offers a range of amenities, including a restaurant, fitness centre, tennis court, and garden, ideal for relaxation and recreation. Guests can enjoy a complimentary breakfast buffet, free Wi-Fi, and private parking, making it a convenient and comfortable stay.
9.1 136 reviews
York
13/07 – 18/07
SG$146/nighttotal: SG$730 (5 )
Old Grey Mare
1 1
hostel , York
The Old Grey Mare offers a family-like atmosphere in its hostel accommodation, situated in a district providing convenient access to nearby landmarks in York. This pet-friendly establishment provides guests with free Wi-Fi, on-site parking, a restaurant, bar, and fitness centre, with some rooms featuring air conditioning and tea/coffee facilities.
York
20/06 – 21/06
SG$277/nightfor 1 night
Emerald Residence
1 3
hostel , York
Emerald Residence is a guest house located in York, within easy walking distance of the city centre and less than 1 km from York Minster. The guest house features a garden, free parking, and a kitchen with a fridge, offering a comfortable and welcoming stay for travellers visiting the city.
Best York hostels with breakfast included
Among the 13 accommodations in York, here are the 2 best hostels with breakfast included
8.3 2453 reviews
York
17/07 – 19/07
SG$475/nighttotal: SG$950 (2 )
Stableside Hostel At York Racecourse
4 4
hostel , York
Stableside At York Racecourse is situated just a 25-minute walk from York city centre, offering a peaceful escape from the bustling city, set within landscaped grounds near the Knavesmire. This 3-star hotel has received very good user ratings for its location, cleanliness, and overall experience. The hotel offers a range of amenities, including a restaurant, fitness centre, tennis court, and garden, ideal for relaxation and recreation. Guests can enjoy a complimentary breakfast buffet, free Wi-Fi, and private parking, making it a convenient and comfortable stay.
8.0 5673 reviews
York
23/06 – 25/06
SG$45/nighttotal: SG$90 (2 )
Safestay York Micklegate
1 1
hostel , York
Safestay York Micklegate is a hostel located in a Georgian townhouse in York, overlooking Micklegate and the medieval walls, 10 minutes' walk from York Minster and 300 metres from York Railway Station. This accommodation offers private rooms and dormitories with orthopedic mattresses and reading lights, alongside amenities such as air conditioning, a kitchen, a bar, a restaurant, and free internet.
Best York hostels with a locker
8.9 7108 reviews
York
12/07 – 17/07
SG$71/nighttotal: SG$355 (5 )
Astor York Hostel
1 2
hostel , York
Astor York Hostel is situated just a short walk from York's historic centre and a 10-minute walk from York Railway Station, making it a convenient base for exploring the city. The hostel has consistently received very good ratings for its location, cleanliness, and overall experience. The hostel is housed in a charming Victorian building, offering spacious common areas for relaxing and socialising. Guests can enjoy a range of amenities, including a bar, restaurant, fitness centre, and free Wi-Fi, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable stay.
8.3 2453 reviews
York
17/07 – 19/07
SG$475/nighttotal: SG$950 (2 )
Stableside Hostel At York Racecourse
4 4
hostel , York
Stableside At York Racecourse is situated just a 25-minute walk from York city centre, offering a peaceful escape from the bustling city, set within landscaped grounds near the Knavesmire. This 3-star hotel has received very good user ratings for its location, cleanliness, and overall experience. The hotel offers a range of amenities, including a restaurant, fitness centre, tennis court, and garden, ideal for relaxation and recreation. Guests can enjoy a complimentary breakfast buffet, free Wi-Fi, and private parking, making it a convenient and comfortable stay.
8.2 1195 reviews
York
10/07 – 13/07
SG$799/nighttotal: SG$2397 (3 )
The Fort York
1 4
hostel , York
The Fort York hostel is located in York city centre, just off Stonegate, a short walk from York Minster Cathedral and York Shambles. The hostel has received excellent ratings for its location, cleanliness, and overall experience. The hostel offers a range of private rooms with unique themes. Guests can enjoy a bar and restaurant, a fitness centre, and a terrace, as well as a kitchen with a fridge, microwave, and dishwasher.
8.0 5673 reviews
York
23/06 – 25/06
SG$45/nighttotal: SG$90 (2 )
Safestay York Micklegate
1 1
hostel , York
Safestay York Micklegate is a hostel located in a Georgian townhouse in York, overlooking Micklegate and the medieval walls, 10 minutes' walk from York Minster and 300 metres from York Railway Station. This accommodation offers private rooms and dormitories with orthopedic mattresses and reading lights, alongside amenities such as air conditioning, a kitchen, a bar, a restaurant, and free internet.
Frequently asked questions about hostels in York
What budget-friendly events or festivals are taking place in and around York?
The York Food Festival is a great option if you're in town in September, with lots of free tastings and activities. The Jorvik Viking Festival in February is a fun event with re-enactments and stalls, and it's usually pretty affordable. The York Literature Festival in March is also a good choice if you're interested in books and writing.
What’s the best budget-friendly way to reach York?
The train is usually the most affordable way to get to York, especially if you book in advance. You can often find good deals on National Express coaches, especially if you book online. If you're coming from further afield, you can fly into Leeds Bradford Airport, which is about an hour's train journey from York.
What are the best hostels for families and kids in York?
What should you know before renting a hostel in York?
York is a popular tourist destination, so it's a good idea to book your hostel well in advance, especially if you're travelling during peak season. Many hostels are located in the city centre, which is very walkable, but if you're on a tight budget, you might want to consider staying in a hostel outside the city centre and taking the bus in. You can also get a York Pass, which gives you free entry to many attractions, including the York Minster.
Spring and autumn are generally the best times to visit York, with pleasant weather and fewer crowds than during the summer months. If you're looking for a festive atmosphere, you could visit during the Christmas period, but be prepared for higher prices and larger crowds.
Where in York can you find the best areas to stay in a hostel?
The city centre is the best area to stay in a hostel, as you'll be within walking distance of all the main attractions. The area around Micklegate and the Shambles is particularly popular with backpackers.
Destinations nearby
Best York hostels with air conditioning
8.9 7108 reviews
York
12/07 – 17/07
SG$71/nighttotal: SG$355 (5 )
Astor York Hostel
1 2
hostel , York
Astor York Hostel is situated just a short walk from York's historic centre and a 10-minute walk from York Railway Station, making it a convenient base for exploring the city. The hostel has consistently received very good ratings for its location, cleanliness, and overall experience. The hostel is housed in a charming Victorian building, offering spacious common areas for relaxing and socialising. Guests can enjoy a range of amenities, including a bar, restaurant, fitness centre, and free Wi-Fi, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable stay.
8.0 5673 reviews
York
23/06 – 25/06
SG$45/nighttotal: SG$90 (2 )
Safestay York Micklegate
1 1
hostel , York
Safestay York Micklegate is a hostel located in a Georgian townhouse in York, overlooking Micklegate and the medieval walls, 10 minutes' walk from York Minster and 300 metres from York Railway Station. This accommodation offers private rooms and dormitories with orthopedic mattresses and reading lights, alongside amenities such as air conditioning, a kitchen, a bar, a restaurant, and free internet.
Best York hostels with laundry available
8.2 1195 reviews
York
10/07 – 13/07
SG$799/nighttotal: SG$2397 (3 )
The Fort York
1 4
hostel , York
The Fort York hostel is located in York city centre, just off Stonegate, a short walk from York Minster Cathedral and York Shambles. The hostel has received excellent ratings for its location, cleanliness, and overall experience. The hostel offers a range of private rooms with unique themes. Guests can enjoy a bar and restaurant, a fitness centre, and a terrace, as well as a kitchen with a fridge, microwave, and dishwasher.
8.0 5673 reviews
York
23/06 – 25/06
SG$45/nighttotal: SG$90 (2 )
Safestay York Micklegate
1 1
hostel , York
Safestay York Micklegate is a hostel located in a Georgian townhouse in York, overlooking Micklegate and the medieval walls, 10 minutes' walk from York Minster and 300 metres from York Railway Station. This accommodation offers private rooms and dormitories with orthopedic mattresses and reading lights, alongside amenities such as air conditioning, a kitchen, a bar, a restaurant, and free internet.
8.9 4064 reviews
York
11/09 – 13/09
SG$315/nighttotal: SG$630 (2 )
Yha York
1 7
hostel , York
YHA York is located in a quiet residential area of Clifton, just a 15-minute walk from York Minster and the city walls. The hostel has consistently received very good ratings for its cleanliness, location, and overall user experience. The hostel is housed in a beautiful Victorian mansion with extensive gardens. Guests can enjoy a restaurant, bar, games room, fitness centre, and self-catering kitchen, as well as a spacious common room with Wi-Fi access.
8.9 7108 reviews
York
12/07 – 17/07
SG$71/nighttotal: SG$355 (5 )
Astor York Hostel
1 2
hostel , York
Astor York Hostel is situated just a short walk from York's historic centre and a 10-minute walk from York Railway Station, making it a convenient base for exploring the city. The hostel has consistently received very good ratings for its location, cleanliness, and overall experience. The hostel is housed in a charming Victorian building, offering spacious common areas for relaxing and socialising. Guests can enjoy a range of amenities, including a bar, restaurant, fitness centre, and free Wi-Fi, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable stay.
