The Best hotels near York Racecourse

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York racecourse is one of the UK’s top flat-racing venues, and is the third largest in the country in terms of prize money. If you’re coming to a race meeting, then you’ll naturally want a hotel near York racecourse to make the most of your time. The racecourse is on the south side of the city, on what is called the Knavesmire. But, as it’s only 10 minutes from the city centre, choosing a hotel near the racecourse means you will also have easy access to the city’s other attractions.

Luxury hotels beside the racecourse

• You can cross the road to York racecourse from Middlethorpe Hall, so it’s hard to find a hotel any closer. This classic country-house hotel, in a beautiful William and Mary building, is surrounded by gardens and parkland. Rooms are luxuriously comfortable with a scattering of antiques and there are large sitting rooms for relaxing over coffee and the papers. There’s an excellent restaurant, too, plus a spa offering a wide range of treatments plus pool, sauna and steam room..

Mid-range hotels near the racecourse

• It’s not much further – around a 15-minute walk – from the Hotel du Vin to the racecourse. This smartly contemporary hotel, in a former Victorian orphanage, makes a good choice if you also want to do York’s historic sights. Choose a bedroom in the main building, rather than the modern extension, for more space. To celebrate, or commiserate, your day at the races, enjoy the French bistro food in the restaurant.

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  • Middlethorpe Hall & Spa York 29 rooms from CA$342

    
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    Local exploring  -  Well positioned to enjoy the best of the both worlds. Set in beautiful countryside but just 10 minutes from York's city centre

    Total relaxation  -  An elegant country house hotel with pretty gardens, grand interiors, standout service, and a spa - ideal for a relaxing break

    Foodies  -  The restaurant is a smart occassion with exemplary British cuisine served in elegant surrounds

    Historic  -  An 18th century National Trust property that's part of the Historic Houses Hotel

    

    Recommended by  -  Frommers, Good Hotel Guide, Michelin Travel

    The perfect choice if you want to explore York but from the comfort of a country-house hotel. Classic looks combine with handsomely furnished rooms and a well-regarded restaurant, all wrapped up in acres of parkland - and the city just 10 minutes away. See More

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  • Hotel du Vin & Bistro York York 44 rooms from CA$218

    
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    Short break  -  York is packed full of cultural sites, pretty cobbled streets, and good restaurants - an ideal destination for a weekend jaunt

    Families  -  Extra beds can be placed in rooms or there's the option of interconnecting rooms for older kids

    Foodies  -  The classic French restaurant with a superb wine list is one of York's most popular restaurants

    City Style  -  A period Georgian property having undergone a chic renovation giving it a dark and clubby vibe

    

    Located in the Mount area of York - Hotel du Vin has delightful, elegant bedrooms in a charming 19th Century, listed building. Expect lots of cosy romantic spots to enjoy drinks and nibbles before venturing out to explore this fabulous city. A chic base. See More

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Written by Helen Pickles

posted Tuesday, 14th February 2023