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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.

Very friendly staff, very clean and good location!!

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9
Superb
1,339 reviews
Price from
£83
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.

Absolutely splendid accomodation, truly classical in the best sense. One of the most pleasant and cosy hotels I have ever been at. Authentic good old times here.

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9.4
Superb
1,436 reviews
Price from
£125
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.

Very charming place, amazing location, big bedroom with a nice bathroom, comfortable bed, everything you need is there. Great breakfast as well!

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9.3
Superb
1,562 reviews
Price from
£119
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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9.2
Superb
184 reviews
Price from
£80
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
Superb
130 reviews
Price from
£110
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
404 reviews
Price from
£130
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.

Nice bed , very clean and comfortable , outstanding communication superb interior !!! 10/10 Thank you so much

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9
Superb
545 reviews

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
Superb
571 reviews
Price from
£127.69
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
103 reviews
Price from
£130
per night

Located in a quiet cul-de-sac, St Raphael is just 600 metres from York Minster. Restaurants, The National Railway Museum, The Shambles, Jorvik Viking Centre, the Castle Museum and York Rail station are all less than 15 minutes away on foot.

St Raphael Guest House’s award-winning breakfast features freshly-baked, homemade breads as well as a cooked English Breakfast.

Excellent breakfast. Great location. Super room. Great parking.

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9
Superb
707 reviews
Price from
£109
per night

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Warm and welcoming guest houses are ideal for travellers who prefer unfussy accommodation with a personal touch. They are usually family-run, and your host will provide local recommendations and optional meals. Often cheaper than regular hotels, guest houses can also feature a cosy living room and a garden.
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  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,299 reviews
    Traditional pub bed and breakfast setting. Close to the city centre. Easy to fine and ample parking. It was clean and tidy. My favourite part were the hosts. Literally the most welcoming and helpful!
    Emma
    Young couple
  • 7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 988 reviews
    Great location near the city centre & a bonus to have free parking. Comfortable room, quiet despite being on a main room.
    Caroline
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £104.49
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 81 reviews
    Great location. You do need either a bus or taxi (£9.50) to get into York but that's no problem, the cost is easily offset by having its own free parking space. Its a very modern clean apartment. Vey quiet so a good nights sleep. Communication was great off the host. Asking if its a special occasion and offering help to plan meals etc. Keys in a key safe so easy to get in on arrival I would 100% recommend and will be going back.
    Neil
    Young couple
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,293 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
  • 9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 134 reviews
    Lovely accommodation,great host great location thankyou again
    Mathew
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £260
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 48 reviews
    The house was spotlessly clean, very comfortable and really nicely furnished, beds were very comfortable. The house is situated about a 20 min walk from the city centre and very quiet at night. Fiona the host was very good making sure we had everything we needed. We would definitely book again
    Paul Dewey
    Family with young children
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 103 reviews
    Wonderful house. Close to the Minster, the City Centre, the Sainsbury‘s supermarket, a charming place, very quiet, lovely fireplace in the living room. Very nice landlady, we were extremely happy to have found this place. Looking forward to going there againg. We can only recommend this place!!!
    Andreas
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £85
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,019 reviews
    Great location near York station, quiet area. Lots of communal spaces to relax in and cheap breakfast. Friendly staff.
    Helen
    Solo traveller
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 53 reviews
    Comfortable flat in a great location close to city centre. Hosts communicated well and sent clear instructions on how to collect keys and locate building. Very helpful in returning my Kindle which I inadvertently left behind.
    Judith
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £140
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 288 reviews
    Great location, just 20 minutes from the city centre. The guesthouse was immaculate with great design and superb facilities. Plenty of options for breakfast which was cooked to perfection. Johnathan is an excellent host and nothing is too much trouble. Would highly recommend.
    martin
    Young couple

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