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Our top choices for York hostels

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1. YHA York - Hostel

YHA York - Hostel
4.0 star property
York
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (231 reviews)
"We liked everything. The staff were amazing, couldn’t do enough for us. So friendly and helpful. Our room was excellent too, very clean and comfortable. Thank you YHA York."
United Kingdom
Ann
YHA York - Hostel
Property entrance

2. Safestay York Micklegate

Safestay York Micklegate
3.0 star property
Bishophill
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (286 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
Safestay York Micklegate
Dining

3. Astor York - Hostel

Astor York - Hostel
2.0 star property
Holgate
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (153 reviews)
"Great place to stay."
United Kingdom
Allison
Astor York - Hostel
Classic Double Room

4. R S Hostels - leeds

R S Hostels - leeds
1.0 star property
Leeds City Center
7.4 out of 10, Good, (39 reviews)
"Decent bed and clean sheets but otherwise pretty low standard if at all of a standard"
United Kingdom
Theodoros
R S Hostels - leeds
Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room | Living area

5. Hull Trinity Backpackers

Hull Trinity Backpackers
2.0 star property
Hull Old Town
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (46 reviews)
"Amazing hostel. I really enjoy my stay here. Owner Glenn is so helpful, resourceful and kind to have a chat. The volunteers Kasia and Dan are lovely to talk with. It feels a very cosy hostel, not too crowded, noisy and neither a party hostel. I was visiting for tourism and leisure and while many of the guests staying here for work or business, there were no issues. And Glenn kindly helped to sorted out a minor issue in the room very effectively. Just a note there is no stove but a microwave...
United Kingdom
Rui
Hull Trinity Backpackers
Standard Double Room, Sea View

6. The Norton

The Norton
1.0 star property
Hartlepool
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (15 reviews)
"Loved my stay. Lovely view and very clean bedroom and en-suite."
United Kingdom
paula
The Norton
Property entrance

7. YHA Boggle Hole - Hostel

YHA Boggle Hole - Hostel
3.0 star property
Whitby
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (82 reviews)
"Great place to stay, friendly and inviting staff, what more do you want? "
United Kingdom
Blair
YHA Boggle Hole - Hostel
Exterior

8. YHA Whitby - Hostel

YHA Whitby - Hostel
4.0 star property
Whitby
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (154 reviews)
"Great stay."
United Kingdom
Anthony
YHA Whitby - Hostel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top York Hotel Reviews

The Milner York

The Milner York

10/10 Excellent
"I little dusty in the room and not enough plug sockets near the mirror so my with could use hair straighteners"
John 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
The Milner York

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York Hostels information

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527
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6 Hostels
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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 - Located within a 20-minute walk of York City Walls. 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 City Walls 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 - 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, Redwood Park Fishing Lakes and Yorkshire Lavender. 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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