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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.

Super friendly staff 😊. Room comfortable and very clean Good breakfast. Close to the center (10 minutes walk) Possibility of free car parkink).

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9.1
Superb
1,348 reviews
Price from
£93
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.

Very clean room, lovely Staff/owner very accommodating bed was very comfortable, Bonus it has a carpark breakfast was excellent.

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9.4
Superb
1,459 reviews
Price from
£120
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
1,585 reviews
Price from
£79
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
193 reviews
Price from
£70
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
137 reviews
Price from
£110
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
551 reviews
Price from
£110.16
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.

Barbican House is a quaint house very fitting with the town of York. The property is exceptionally clean and the room very cosy and comfortable with everything you need. Durga and his wife are very welcoming and accommodating hosts and the breakfast is a perfect way to start your day. Would highly recommend Barbican House to anyone wanting an authentic visit to York. Location is excellent.

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9.1
Superb
576 reviews
Price from
£122.04
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
104 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
719 reviews
Price from
£99
per night

Award-winner of Visit York Tourism Awards 2019 and 2017 B&B of the Year, Tower Guest House offers boutique-style accommodation in a grand Victorian town house in York, about 1 mile from York Minster and The Shambles. With free WiFi and free onsite parking, the property is just 11 minutes' drive from York Racecourse.

Very clean well decorated room. Only 20 minutes away from central York. Breakfast was delicious. Everything was perfect !

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9.6
Exceptional
971 reviews
Price from
£99
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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  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 409 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
  • Avg. price/night: £75
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 803 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
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,585 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
     · 45 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
  • 8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,289 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
     · 1,293 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
  • Avg. price/night: £69
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,917 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
     · 57 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
  • 8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 131 reviews
    Ray is super nice, welcoming and a great host. Place is in a great location close to bus route into the city centre
    Cheryl
    Solo traveller
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 193 reviews
    Great location, with easy walk into the City and also very close to the University to see our daughter. The house is down a quiet street and the room and en suite were immaculate and a very good size. Ashley was also a great host. We will definitely be back.
    Stuart
    Family with young children

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