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Our top choices for York hostels

Terrace/patio
Astor York - Hostel

Astor York - Hostel

Astor York - Hostel
2.0 star property
Holgate
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (148)
"Very accommodating and clean! Loved my stay."
United States
Flavia
Astor York - Hostel
Property entrance
Safestay York Micklegate

Safestay York Micklegate

Safestay York Micklegate
3.0 star property
Bishophill
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (275)
"Good location and quite place. Warm and welcoming staff"
United States
Priyank
The price is NZ$130
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2026
Safestay York Micklegate
Reception
YHA York - Hostel

YHA York - Hostel

YHA York - Hostel
4.0 star property
York
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (220)
"Friendly staff, comfortable environment "
Hong Kong SAR China
Super
The price is NZ$93
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026
YHA York - Hostel
Front of property
YHA Boggle Hole - Hostel

YHA Boggle Hole - Hostel

YHA Boggle Hole - Hostel
3.0 star property
Whitby
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (80)
"A great place to stay in beautiful countryside. "
United Kingdom
Neil
The price is NZ$69
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
YHA Boggle Hole - Hostel
Standard Double Room, Sea View
The Norton

The Norton

The Norton
1.0 star property
Hartlepool
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (10)
"Room was fine, price ok near amenities 😃"
United Kingdom
Rachel
The price is NZ$138
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
The Norton
Front of property
YHA Whitby - Hostel

YHA Whitby - Hostel

YHA Whitby - Hostel
4.0 star property
Whitby
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (146)
"Great stay."
United Kingdom
Anthony
The price is NZ$69
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
YHA Whitby - Hostel
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Top York Hotel Reviews

Stableside at York Racecourse

Stableside at York Racecourse

10/10 Excellent
"Value for money room spotless nothing was too much trouble ,very accommodating "
sue 2-night trip
Posted 22 hours ago
Stableside at York Racecourse

Find out more about York

York Hostels information

Number of reviews
874
Accommodation
6 Hostels
Lowest Price
NZ$69
Highest Price
NZ$138

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. YHA York - Hostel - Property features include free Wi-Fi, free parking and a restaurant. Rooms come with showers and bed sheets. Safestay York Micklegate - Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of York (QQY-York Train Station) and York Station. Property features include free Wi-Fi, a bar and a 24-hour front desk. You'll find towels, showers and bed sheets in all rooms. YHA Helmsley - Hostel - 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 6 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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