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A 20-minute walk from York city centre, The Apple House has a garden with play area, free Wi-Fi and a free DVD library to complement the DVD players found in the bedrooms.

In the morning, a hearty full English breakfast is served. Many restaurants and bars can be found a 15-minute walk from the guest house.

everything..from its location, comfy room and superb breakfast and then you have the host Daniell who was lovely!

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9.1
Wonderful
1,353 reviews
Price from
£100
per night

Just 10 minutes' travel by bus from York Railway Station, Ascot House is a 15-minute walk from York Minster. It offers award-winning breakfasts, elegant bedrooms, free WiFi, and free parking.

Bedrooms at Ascot House hotel feature TVs and tea/coffee making facilities. Some rooms have a four-poster or canopy bed, and all benefit from an en suite bathroom.

Beautiful victorian style building with lots of space and a four poster bed. Friendly welcome from Lisa who allowed an early check in and provided some priceless tourist advice with a map. Great breakfasts and spotlessly clean

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9.4
Wonderful
1,504 reviews
Price from
£130
per night

Situated just 300 metres from York Minster, Minster Walk Guest House is a charming 300-year old coaching inn with free WiFi.

The individually designed rooms have a flat-screen TVs, Egyptian cotton bed linen, and tea and coffee making facilities. Some rooms have views of York Minster. Each offers en-suite facilities with luxury toiletries.

Lovely room decorations! Nice Breakfast !

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9.3
Wonderful
1,639 reviews
Price from
£105
per night

Offering free WiFi, parking on-site and a garden, the recently renovated property of Camaraderie Guest House, offers accommodation in York, 2.5 km from York Railway station and 2.6 km from York Minster. It is set 34 km from Bramham Park and offers luggage storage space. Outdoor seating allows guests to sit outside and enjoy the good weather.

Nice relaxing atmosphere, comfortable bed. Lovely house -even had a few treats to welcome you. I would definitely recommend and will be staying there again in the future no doubt

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9.3
Wonderful
208 reviews
Price from
£80
per night

The homestay has a flat-screen TV. Towels and bed linen are provided in the homestay. The accommodation is non-smoking.

Royal Hall Theatre is 35 km from the homestay, while Ripley Castle is 35 km from the property. The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 47 km from the icecream factory, room in private house.

The host is friendly, the location is great. The room and a bathroom were clean and cozy.

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9.6
Exceptional
142 reviews
Price from
£72
per night

Boasting a garden and views of river, Abbey Guest House York is a guest house set in a historic building in York, 400 metres from York Railway station. Featuring a housekeeping service, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. Free WiFi is available and private parking can be arranged at an extra charge.

lovely, friendly guest house and if the weather is nice, a sweet outdoor space to sit in overlooking the river. Five mins walk - either along the river front or through the museum gardens to the centre of York and 5 minutes across the bridge to the railway station.

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9.3
Wonderful
146 reviews
Price from
£115
per night

Boasting a garden, Melton Guest House is situated in York in the North Yorkshire region, 1.7 km from York Minster and less than 1 km from National Railway Museum. The property is close to York City Walls, Cliffords Tower and Knavesmire. The guest house has family rooms.

I liked everything about the Property. The location was ideal, the rooms were spacious and clean. The host was friendly and helpful. The breakfast was good as well. Will go back for sure.

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9.1
Wonderful
413 reviews
Price from
£140
per night

At the homestay, every unit includes a desk and a flat-screen TV. A patio with an outdoor dining area and quiet street views is offered in all units. At the homestay, the units come with bed linen and towels.

Peter greeted me on arrival & took my luggage up one floor to my room. He showed me around & made me a cappucino while I settled in. :) The room was spotlessly clean, mini fridge w/a bottle of milk which was a first for me (better than those little milk capsules). Tea, coffee,hot chocolate on supply plus a delicious biscuit.The shared bathroom was modern w/a large bath & separate shower. I never had to wait to use the bathroom even though the room next door was occupied. Short walk into the city of York. Supermarket 100m away, cafes & restaurants one street over. Quiet street w/easy parking outside (permit lodged by Peter). View over backyards, saw Peter's dog Yoda playing - I never heard Yoda barking (just in case this may worry you). I loved the cherry toilet brush and stand, never seen one before :)

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9.3
Wonderful
138 reviews
Price from
£112.50
per night

Featuring 4-star accommodation, The Vanguard York - Private Residence is set in York, 1.2 km from York Minster and 1.9 km from York Railway station. Complimentary WiFi is offered throughout the property and private parking is available on site. The guest house has family rooms.

amazing value-for-money accommodation. will return here if we visit York in the future. There is a separate area for the children with their own bed and TV. Hope we can have more places like this in other cities.

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9
Wonderful
558 reviews
Price from
£129.60
per night

Barbican House is a 4-stars guest house set in a late Victorian building, just 10 minutes’ walk from York city centre and university and overlooking the medieval city walls. It offers en suite accommodation, free WiFi and a self-catering apartment.

Friendly help full great breakfast

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9.1
Wonderful
581 reviews
Price from
£124.30
per night

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  • The Apple House
    Breakfast options
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 1,354 reviews

    A 20-minute walk from York city center, The Apple House has a garden with play area, free Wi-Fi and a free DVD library to complement the DVD players found in the bedrooms.

    Very friendly hosts lovely breakfast good parking and clean

  • Ascot House
    Breakfast options
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 1,503 reviews

    Just 10 minutes' travel by bus from York Railway Station, Ascot House is a 15-minute walk from York Minster. It offers award-winning breakfasts, elegant bedrooms, free WiFi, and free parking.

    Excellent choice of breakfast,good family room,very clean.

  • Minster Walk Guesthouse
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 1,641 reviews

    Located just 984 feet from York Minster, Minster Walk Guest House is a charming 300-year old coaching inn with free WiFi.

    Location was supurb and the Vegan sausage bap was very tasty.

  • Georgian House & Mews
    Breakfast options
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 2,135 reviews

    Set in a farmhouse from 1640, Georgian House & Mews is located in the heart of York, on the city walls. Free Wi-Fi access is available.

    Great value for money was better than expected 👏 👍 👌

  • Clifton Bridge Guesthouse
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 807 reviews

    Clifton Bridge Guest house is 15 minutes’ walk from York’s historic center and just over 1 mile from the famous York Minster. It offers a free full English breakfast daily.

    Very clean and comfortable room, breakfast was excellent.

  • Holmwood House Guest Accommodation
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,561 reviews

    Backing onto a pretty square, this Grade II listed house within a Victorian terrace has been lovingly restored to retain the ambiance of a private home with elegant rooms.

    The hospitality from staff, and service in general.

  • Park View Guest House
    Breakfast options
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,056 reviews

    This family-run guest house is conveniently located just 5 minutes walk from York city center. Overlooking Haxby Park, it offers comfortable rooms, free Wi-Fi, and free parking.

    The location was perfect! The breakfast was delicious

  • Camaraderie Guest House
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 208 reviews

    Offering free Wifi, parking on-site, and a garden, the recently renovated property Camaraderie Guest House offers accommodations in York, 1.6 miles from York Train Station and 1.6 miles from York...

    Clean and comfortable. The welcome pack was really nice

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  • Diamonds Guest House
    Budget options available
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,057 reviews

    Located in York, 2 mi from York Minster, Diamonds Guest House has a garden.

    Good location. Easy check in. Clean and comfortable.

  • Grange Lodge
    Budget options available
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,691 reviews

    This delightful and friendly family-run guest house is ideally located just a short walk from York Minster and the historic and cultural center of York.

    Nice and clean, very comfortable. Didn't really see any staff.

  • Riverside
    Budget options available
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 205 reviews

    Offering a garden, Riverside features accommodations in York. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking, and free Wifi.

    Really comfortable and clean and the owner was lovely

  • Vas' York House
    Budget options available
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 790 reviews

    Providing quiet street views, Vas' York House in York provides accommodations and a garden.

    The property was a good location to the Center of York

  • Moorland House
    Budget options available
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 145 reviews

    Moorland House offers family-run guest accommodations 5 minutes’ drive from York city center. It offers free Wi-Fi, and guests can enjoy free private parking on site.

    Location value for money comfortable rooms excellent owner

  • Diamonds Lodge near York Hospital
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 826 reviews

    A 10-minute walk from the center of York, Diamonds Lodge is an elegant Victorian town house with a garden and free Wi-Fi. York Minster is within walking distance.

    Very close to hospital hence reason getting the place

  • the icecream factory, room in private house
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 142 reviews

    The icecream factory, room in private house is located in York, just a 11-minute walk from York Minster and 20 miles from Bramham Park.

    Great room and good value for money in a good location.

  • Abbey Guest House York
    Budget options available
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 146 reviews

    Abbey Guest House York in York provides adults-only accommodations with a garden and a terrace.

    location -cleanliness- comfort lovely place to stay

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  • A little bit of Magic - Witchcraft
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 22 reviews

    A little bit of Magic - Witchcraft is located in York, just 20 miles from Bramham Park and 20 miles from Royal Hall Theatre.

    Biscuits, attention to detail, quirkiness, hot plate.

  • Pinfold Cottage York
    Central location
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 47 reviews

    Pinfold Cottage York offers accommodations in York, 2.5 miles from York Train Station and 2.6 miles from York Minster. This guest house offers free private parking, a shared kitchen, and free Wifi.

    Very close to local amenities and very quiet location.

  • Bronte Guest House
    Central location
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 126 reviews

    This beautiful Victorian guest house is just a short walk from historic central York.

    A true down to earth place to stop and the owners where fan

  • Avondale Guest House
    Central location
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 104 reviews

    With an extensive and award-winning breakfast menu, the Avondale Guest House offers bright rooms just a 10-minute walk from the center of York. Guests have use of free Wi-Fi throughout.

    Welcoming/Polite, Good knowledge of area, great Breakfast

  • Cherry Farmhouse
    Central location
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 66 reviews

    Providing a garden, Cherry Farmhouse offers accommodations in York. With garden views, this accommodation features a terrace.

    Loved our whole stay, peaceful & relaxing throughout

  • Riverside House
    Central location
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 48 reviews

    Providing a garden, Riverside House features accommodations in York. Housed in a building dating from 2008, this homestay provides free Wifi and free private parking.

    everything great place excellent location & brilliant Host

  • Wednesday's Family Rooms
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 20 reviews

    A recently renovated guest house, Wednesday's Family Rooms offers accommodations in York. This guest house features free private parking, full-day security, and free Wifi.

    I absolutely loved the Wednesday Adams theme, super cosy!!

  • The Townhouse Central York
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 138 reviews

    Housed in a historic building, the recently renovated The Townhouse Central York offers accommodations with a garden and free Wifi.

    It's a beautiful house. Warm + comfortable , well maintained.

  • York City Homestays
    Central location
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 58 reviews

    A recently renovated homestay, York City Homestays offers accommodations in York. Both free Wifi and parking on-site are accessible at the homestay free of charge.

    Felt like being at home very friendly and welcoming

  • Dairy Guest House
    Central location
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 386 reviews

    Located just 20 minutes' walk from York Minster, The Dairy is a converted town dairy set in a restored and upgraded Victorian townhouse with many original features.

    Fabulous room, just 15mins walk from York city centre

  • Barbican House
    Central location
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 582 reviews

    Barbican House is a 4-stars guest house set in a late Victorian building, just 10 minutes’ walk from York city center and university and overlooking the medieval city walls.

    Very welcoming staff!! Great location right next to the city walls.

  • Melton Guest House
    Central location
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 413 reviews

    Boasting a garden, Melton Guest House is located in York in the North Yorkshire region, 1.1 mi from York Minster and less than 0.6 mi from National Railway Museum.

    Great room, great breakfast and very friendly staff

  • 7hopgrove
    Central location
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 11 reviews

    7hopgrove offers accommodations in York, 3 miles from York Minster and 3.8 miles from York Train Station. This homestay provides free private parking and free Wifi.

    Self contained ensuite room within a family home. Plenty of space and lots of toiletries supplied.

  • The Vanguard York - Private Residence
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 556 reviews

    The Vanguard York - Private Residence enjoys a location in York, a 13-minute walk from York Minster and 1.2 miles from York Train Station.

    Very quiet location perfect distance to town centre

  • The Bar Convent Guest House
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 2,302 reviews

    Located in the heart of York, The Bar Convent Guest House is only a 15-minute minute walk from the city center and just over 984 feet from York Railway Station.

    Beautiful property, absolutely spotlessly clean, great location. Historical interest.

  • Georges Place
    Central location
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 194 reviews

    Sitauted on the second floor of an 1890s Victorian home, Georges Place offers room-only accommodations in York, 23 minutes' walk from the city center.

    Breakfast excellent. Close to the City for exploring.

  • Vikings Accommodation
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,966 reviews

    Just a 14-minute walk from York Train Station and 0.8 miles from York Minster, Vikings Accommodation features accommodations in York, with a shared lounge.

    Very helpful and happy host , nice room ,comfy beds

  • Friars Rest Guest House
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 547 reviews

    Set within 1.4 mi of York Minster and 1.5 mi of University of York, Friars Rest Guest House offers rooms in York.

    Loved the decor, the cleanliness and overall privacy.

  • The Limes
    Central location
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 570 reviews

    Commitment to excellent hospitality has earned The Limes 4 stars and a Silver Award for guest accommodations.

    Great reception at the entry, nice customer service.

  • Moorgarth Guesthouse
    Central location
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 399 reviews

    Located in York, 1.4 mi from York Minster, Moorgarth Guest house provides accommodations with free WiFi and free private parking.

    Excellent Breakfast,,,Superb ,,,,Fresh Full English,,

  • The stables at the Grange
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 27 reviews

    The stables at the Grange is located in York, just 5.6 miles from York Train Station and 5.7 miles from York Minster. Private parking is available on site at this recently renovated property.

    Property is extremely modern, clean and comfortable

  • Blenheim Guest House
    Central location
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 424 reviews

    Housed in a historic building, Blenheim Guest House offers accommodations with a garden and free Wifi in York, a 19-minute walk from York Minster.

    friendly owner , clean and comfortable highly recommend

  • Salisbury Guest House - Free Parking
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 506 reviews

    Salisbury Guest House - Free Parking in York features accommodations with free Wifi a 15-minute walk from York Train Station, 1.9 miles from York Minster, and 20 miles from Harrogate International...

    nice clean room. very close to the centre. easy to park.

  • YO10
    Central location
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 218 reviews

    YO10 is located in York, just 1.9 miles from York Train Station and 1.9 miles from York Minster. This guest house features free private parking, private check-in and check-out, and free Wifi.

    Lovely, clean place and excellent value for money.

  • Gillygate Guest House
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,370 reviews

    Located in the center of historic York, next to the old city walls and only 3 minutes' walk away from the York Minster, this 4-star guest house offers free Wi-Fi and free private parking on site.

    Just room no frills, no food offer and no one on site.

  • Brentwood Guest House
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,261 reviews

    Welcome to the Brentwood Guest house A lovingly maintained family-run Guest House just a short walk away from York's city center.

    Easy parking, room clean, perfect location and great price.

  • Midway Guest House
    Central location
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 909 reviews

    This award-winning Victorian guest house offers 4-star accommodations and free on-site parking for all guests, just 15 minutes’ walk from York University.

    Friendly welcome Comfy beds and good nights sleep

  • The Sycamore Guest House
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 794 reviews

    This elegant Edwardian townhouse, built around 1904, is a small family-run guest house in York. It is a 5-minute walk through the Museum Gardens to the Minster and city center.

    Very welcoming. Really nice and quiet location. Will go again.

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Homestays That Guests Love in York

  • Avg. price/night: £94
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 399 reviews
    Heidi and Greg are lovely hosts ! The guesthouse is cute and clean. Vegetarian breakfast is delicious.
    Kayla
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: £145
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 65 reviews
    Spotless clean, beautiful decor and garden, off-street parking. Quiet, friendly neighbourhood. Ideal for accessing all of York and surrounding landmarks. Great host.
    robert
    Family with young children
  • 9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 47 reviews
    Very homely, clean and a kitchen available and a very generous supply of food and drink. Lovely hosts.
    Ruth
    Young couple
  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 10 reviews
    A truly amazing property! It was extremely clean and tidy and had everything we needed for our little stay in York. The apartment is very nicely decorated and has some lovely elegant touches. The location was perfect-close to the train station and close to the city centre and perfect for a little walk along the river Ouse and in to the Museum gardens. Lovely host who could not have been more helpful, We will be back!
    Beatrice
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £90
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 457 reviews
    Very good breakfast, everything in room was what we needed, very comfortable surroundings, ideal location plenty of parking, great host, very happy customer.
    Neil
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £71.25
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 790 reviews
    Vas and Lucy were good hosts. The place was warm and the bed was comfortable. A good location too.
    Heather
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £138
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 807 reviews
    The breakfast, shower and the staff. Arturo is a great host.
    Rafael
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: £120
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 794 reviews
    Lovely hosts, great location very clean and comfortable. Full cooked breakfast was superb. 5 minutes from train station and centre of city.
    Raymond
    Young couple
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 52 reviews
    Great location and a lovely home for the week, Alison was a great host and communication was excellent.
    Faye
    Young couple
  • 8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 131 reviews
    Host went above and beyond to help out with travel and although it was a private home, I never felt unwelcome. Lovely room and close to bus connections to the city.
    Diane
    Solo traveler

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