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3 Jul - 5 Jul
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24 Jul - 26 Jul
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21 Aug - 23 Aug

Our top choices for York hostels

Dining

Astor York - Hostel

Astor York - Hostel
2.0 star property
Holgate
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (153 reviews)
"Excellent "
United Kingdom
Vasile
The price is NZ$122
includes taxes & fees
29 June - 30 June
Astor York - Hostel
Property entrance

Safestay York Micklegate

Safestay York Micklegate
3.0 star property
Bishophill
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (285 reviews)
"Room was very clean, bedding well organized. Ease of access to the building and room. Would recommend anyone to stay when traveling on a budget."
Australia
John
The price is NZ$216
includes taxes & fees
1 July - 2 July
Safestay York Micklegate
Reception

YHA York - Hostel

YHA York - Hostel
4.0 star property
York
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (229 reviews)
"Beautiful property and location in quiet area away from York center. Friendly staff."
Canada
Dennis
The price is NZ$118
includes taxes & fees
12 July - 13 July
YHA York - Hostel
Property entrance

YHA Boggle Hole - Hostel

YHA Boggle Hole - Hostel
3.0 star property
Whitby
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (81 reviews)
"Great place to stay, friendly and inviting staff, what more do you want? "
United Kingdom
Blair
The price is NZ$199
includes taxes & fees
19 July - 20 July
YHA Boggle Hole - Hostel
Standard Double Room, Sea View

The Norton

The Norton
1.0 star property
Hartlepool
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (14 reviews)
"Loved my stay. Lovely view and very clean bedroom and en-suite."
United Kingdom
paula
The price is NZ$176
includes taxes & fees
3 July - 4 July
The Norton
Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room | Living area

Hull Trinity Backpackers

Hull Trinity Backpackers
2.0 star property
Hull
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (44 reviews)
"I arrived a little late.. But was accommodated very well..and by welcoming staff, had a very comfortable stay/sleep in a double deluxe room. Great place and for the price you really can't go wrong. Would definitely book there again 100℅ Aka single female travelling with dog. And they are, also dog friendly 👍 Thank you guys x😁"
United Kingdom
Holly
The price is NZ$123
includes taxes & fees
30 June - 1 July
Hull Trinity Backpackers
Classic Double Room

R S Hostels - leeds

R S Hostels - leeds
1.0 star property
Leeds City Center
7.4 out of 10, Good, (33 reviews)
"Excellent central location. Easy to find. Simple check-in, friendly reception. Felt safe and secure. Kitchen had everything you could want. Would definitely stay again!"
United Kingdom
helen
The price is NZ$77
includes taxes & fees
2 July - 3 July
R S Hostels - leeds
Exterior

YHA Whitby - Hostel

YHA Whitby - Hostel
4.0 star property
Whitby
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (152 reviews)
"Great stay."
United Kingdom
Anthony
The price is NZ$137
includes taxes & fees
12 July - 13 July
YHA Whitby - Hostel
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Top York Hotel Reviews

Radisson Hotel York

Radisson Hotel York

10/10 Excellent
"The room was squeaky clean and wonderfully airconditioned"
Margaret 3-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Radisson Hotel York

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York Hostels information

Number of reviews
991
Accommodation
6 Hostels
Lowest Price
NZ$77
Highest Price
NZ$216

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in York?
Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save more for fun things to do. You can check out cultural highlights like the historic sites in this destination, or enjoy the local tours and other activities.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look exactly alike, but these dormitory-style accommodations all offer shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms), budget prices and a social atmosphere.
What are the best hostels in York?
Ready to book a hostel? These options get the highest reviews from our customers and could be a good place to start looking: Astor York - Hostel - You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and a bar, as well as an arcade/games room. Rooms come with bed sheets and free Wi-Fi. Safestay York Micklegate - Located within a 10-minute walk of York Christmas Market and Shambles. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and a bar, as well as a 24-hour front desk. Rooms come with towels, showers and bed sheets. YHA York - Hostel - You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and free parking, as well as a restaurant. You'll find showers and bed sheets in all rooms. YHA Helmsley - Hostel - Located within a 10-minute walk of North York Moors National Park. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a restaurant. You'll find showers, bed sheets and free Wi-Fi in all rooms. University of York, James College - Campus Accommodation - Located steps from University of York. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi and free parking. You'll find towels, coffee/tea makers and bed sheets in all rooms.
How many hostels will I find in York?
If you're searching for an affordable place to stay in York, one of Expedia's 5 hostels might be a great choice for you.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in York?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you're discovering new places, so here are some stats that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 15°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 5°C. Average annual precipitation for York is 765 mm.
What is there to see and do in York?
Depending on your interests, you might like to explore these things around York. Get out into nature with places such as Yorkshire Museum Gardens, Beningbrough Hall and Garden and Redwood Park Fishing Lakes. Cultural attractions include Jorvik Viking Centre, York Grand Opera House and Merchant Adventurers' Hall. Visit landmarks such as Shambles, York City Walls and York Dungeon.
What's the best way to get to and around York while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in York in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford), 24.3 mi (39.2 km) from the city centre. An alternative is Doncaster (DSA-Sheffield), which is 32.8 mi (52.8 km) away. Once you're on the ground, you might want to make use of public transport. To check out more of the area, catch a train at York Station, York (QQY-York Train Station) or Poppleton Station.

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