Best Hotels near York City Centre
If you want to be steeped in the history of York, there’s nowhere better than staying in the city centre. Many central hotels are within sight of York Minster, the largest Gothic Cathedral in Northern Europe, and are within a couple of minutes’ walk of the famous medieval walls. Nowhere is very far – river, shops, museums, restaurants – and the historic streets are blissfully traffic-free. If you’re exhausted with sight-seeing, or laden down with shopping bags, then choosing one of the best hotels in York city centre makes it easy to pop back for a quick rest.
For a smart stay
- For a smart central York hotel, it’s hard to beat Dean Court Hotel. It’s slap-bang opposite the Minster and is, arguably, the closest hotel to this magnificent building. Its eye-catching Victorian exterior belies light and contemporary style interiors. Ask for a Minster-view room.
- Also, with bewitching views of the Minster, Gray’s Court, lies tucked away between the Minster and the city walls. Dating from the 11th century, this striking building is full of style and comfort, with gracious bedrooms, a magnificent first floor hall, fine-dining restaurant and huge gardens.
For an atmospheric inn
- Another contender for the best central York accommodation is the Guy Fawkes Inn. This atmospheric property, less than a minute from the Minster and with a unique gas-lit bar and dining-room, oozes history. Bedrooms are elegantly simple with well-worn antiques, some with four-poster beds, plus there's hearty food and a good selection of real ales.
- Tucked just inside Bootham Bar, The Fat Badger is a narrow warren of rooms inside two Georgian buildings. The twelve rooms are individually designed and all offer unique city views. Plus, there’s an unexpectedly large rear garden with Minster views.
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Dean Court York 37 rooms from €137
Families - The five family rooms on offer and the childrens' menu make this an ideal choice for those travelling with childrenShort break - Petite York is ideal for a quick weekend break - packed full of cultural sites all within a small areaLocal exploring - Centrally located with many of the city's main attractions within walking distanceSights nearby - Visit York Minster, the largest Gothic Cathedral in Northern Europe
Recommended by - Frommers, Good Hotel Guide, Michelin TravelCheck AvailabilityA landmark building in York boasting a prime position opposite the Minster. A pretty traditional exterior opens onto chic modern interiors featuring soft hues, clean lines and chic black tiled bathrooms. The cuisine is unfussy, local and undeniably good and staff are friendly and attentive. See More
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Guy Fawkes Inn York 13 rooms from €160
Local exploring - An atmospheric hotel walking distance from many of the city's historical and cultural sightsFoodies - It is pub food but done very well - perfect for foodies wanting an authentic pub experienceLively - The pub runs regular events - the Sunday night live blues gig is particularly popularHistoric - The history goes that Guy Fawkes was born in the cottage to the rear of the property
Check AvailabilityAn atmospheric pub-with-rooms in the heart of the city, opposite York Minster and walking distance to the sights. Darkly cosy, with gas-lit bar and dining-room, bedrooms are elegantly simple with well-worn antiques, some with four-poster beds, plus there's hearty food and real ales. See More
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Grays Court York 11 rooms from €254
Local exploring - Locations don'e get better than this for city exploring set between the Minster and the wallsHistoric - With Norman origins, this is possibly the city's oldest continuously lived-in private houseFoodies - The small menu restaurant serves stunning British fine dining cuisineGreat walks - Discover the rugged beauty of the North York Moors and Yorkshire Dales National Parks
Check AvailabilityThis hotel not only oozes history - the building dates from the 11th century - but is in an enviable location, between the Minster and the medieval walls. Bedrooms are light and gracious, the food elegant, and few tourists know it's there. See More
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The Fat Badger York (2-4 High Petergate) 12 rooms from €165
Foodies - The AA Rosette restaurant serves classic pub food with a modern twist, ideal for those interested in locally sourced produceFamilies - With a children's menu, and space to add extra beds to some of the larger rooms, this would be a perfect spot for familiesLocal exploring - The hotel's proximity to all of the main attractions in York make it an ideal spot for exploring the cityHistoric - Sat within the historic bar walls, this 17th century pub is packed full of character
Check AvailabilityThis historic Georgian inn, in the shadow of the city’s medieval walls, oozes atmosphere from its cosy bars to its low-ceilinged bedrooms. Food is a cut above the average pub menu and there’s a good range of Yorkshire ales plus a hidden beer garden. See More
Written by Helen Pickles
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