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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.

Danielle, the proprietor, is absolutely lovely. She takes a special interest in every guest. The location is outstanding! We could walk the whole city easily from there and felt quite safe even after dark. Breakfast options were excellent and the parking plentiful.

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9
Superb
1,355 reviews
Price from
BGN 230
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.

The dining room offers a range of delicious breakfast options including traditional English, vegetarian and continental. The lounge has a comfortable seating area and a TV.

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
Superb
1,499 reviews
Price from
BGN 299
per night

Pearly Cow is there for when something more substantial is needed. Pearly Cow is a new restaurant at 1, Clifton that is devoted to respecting what thrives nearby – the herds, breeds, crops, and catches that sum up the area’s flavour. The produce of land and sea we source is strictly the best – the wildest. Breakfast is light, hearty, or kick-starting with oysters and spiced-as-you-like bloody Marys. Lunch and dinner feature star ingredients in classics, interpretations, sharing dishes, and divine desserts. And kids have their own Pearly Calves menu. Afternoon tea is afternoon sea – a very fresh take on this timeless treat. And on Sundays, traditional roasts bring a beautiful close to the week

Absolutely lovely staff, helpful and kind. Nice room with huge towels. Superb dinner and breakfast in the Pearly Cow

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9.3
Superb
1,002 reviews
Price from
BGN 322
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.

This guesthouse was so fantastic I had to leave a bit of a longer review than i normally would. My wife and I love the city of York anyway so we were excited to be coming back. But walking in the front door of this gorgeous, quirky guesthouse we knew we were in for a treat. We have quirky and eclectic tastes anyway, and this guesthouse far exceeded our expectations. Firstly the room was lovely and comfortable, and we felt right at home. But it's the front 'lounge/chill out' area that is the best thing. It's like stepping into someone's funky lounge room, actually a bit like our place lol. The owner has such great tastes. Lot's of knick knacks everywhere, funky little corners to chill out in, books everywhere to read. We got a great Nepalese takeout from down the road, a bottle of wine, and spent the night together reading some of the books to each other laughing and having such a wonderful and relaxing time. The place is so comfortable, nooky and feels so nice. And super close to town. I would recommend this place to everyone, and we can't wait to stay there again. The staff in the morning we spoke to were super lovely too. I wanted to say to the owner and the staff thank you from my wife and I, and please don't change anything about this place. There are already so many generic boring places out there to stay in. This place's differences are what makes it so refreshing

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9.3
Superb
1,641 reviews
Price from
BGN 273
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
Superb
204 reviews
Price from
BGN 184
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.

the host keeps this property is tip top shape and adds many little details to make our stay exceptional like room in the common fridge by room number and real milk for our coffee, stored by room number. the garden and patio were handy for breakfasts and evenings.

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9.3
Superb
147 reviews
Price from
BGN 264
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.

Staff was excellent; food was spacious and breakfast was yummy! Loved how sweet the managers were with my son. Loved having the beautiful back garden to explore from our room.

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9.1
Superb
423 reviews
Price from
BGN 322
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.

Everything was perfect. Great host.

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9
Superb
560 reviews
Price from
BGN 298
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.

The owners are very nice and always open to help. very good hospitality. Good locations near the old town and restaurants. The breakfast is delicious

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9.1
Superb
586 reviews
Price from
BGN 286
per night

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

There are 6 breakfast options including "American" and "Mediterranean", and there is even the speciality whisky porridge to try. Each is prepared using locally sourced produce and served in the dining room with its traditional feature fireplace.

Everything, hosts are so kind, breakfast is delicious, room is cozy and location is very convenient!

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9.5
Exceptional
107 reviews

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  • 9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 89 reviews
    The apartment was clean and fresh! The host went the extra mile to help make my husbands birthday special, sorting out balloons for me and a cake. My son left his keys behind, and she has gone above and beyond to help. Will definitely go back. Great location within a short walking distance of the city centre. Nice and quiet.
    Helen
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: BGN 287.16
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 574 reviews
    Very cosy guest house and friendly host! It's a great location, only around 20-30 minutes walk to the city centre, not far away from the river where you also can have nice, relaxing walk in the nature. Absolutely loved our stay ❤️
    Marta
    Young couple
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 423 reviews
    Great location, about 15 minutes to the city center. Free parking was really useful. We had big room with king size bed, it was comfortable and huge. There was clean, quiet, and cosy, only the birds were singing outside the window in the garden. It was amazing! Hosts are lovely and friendly. Breakfast was simple but fresh and healthy.
    Olena
    Young couple
  • 7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 835 reviews
    Nice guesthouse with friendly host and decent facilities. Room was large and comfortable with lots of amenities. Location was fine and a quiet road. Near enough the city centre but far enough for a healthy walk. Would stay again. Thank you.
    Cormac
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: BGN 342.30
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,641 reviews
    Great location, close to the city centre on foot but quiet. Next to the river and also to a lovely little pub with a friendly clientele. Parking available nearby via a short walk , arranged through the guesthouse.
    Denis
    Family with young children
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 47 reviews
    Great hosts, everything was according to the ad and there was nothing to complain about. You can rest assured there won't be any bad surprises. Great location and very quiet as well.
    Enzo
    Solo traveller
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,320 reviews
    The breakfast at St.Mary's guest house is the best experience I have ever had in the UK. Great location close to the railway station and city centre. Situated in a quiet terrace adjoining a lot of greens.
    Youpeng
    Family with young children
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,294 reviews
    Great location. Lovely hosts. We were off early, so they made us a couple of bacon butties as breakfasts not yet served Comfy bed, very warm room Far cheaper than city centre hotels Will use again and can recommend
    Gail
    Young couple
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,967 reviews
    Great location, not too far from the city centre. Lovely host & very welcoming. Comfortable bed, quiet room at rear of property. Nice hot shower. Tea/coffee facilities with extra provisions downstairs if needed. Very clean throughout. We can certainly recommend this lovely B&B. Parking outside when available or just round the corner.
    Kathryn
    Young couple
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 61 reviews
    Apartment is in a great location, saw a few reviews of people saying it was further from the city centre than expected, however there is a bus stop right outside the apt (number 1) which is maximum 10 min journey into York centre which was great and cheap. Host was very quick to help with a few missing things from the apartment and got them dropped off to us.
    Lucy
    Young couple

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