Best Hotels in
York

A magnificent 1699 William and Mary mansion set in 20 acres of parkland just south of the city walls, Middlethorpe Hall is the National Trust for Historic Houses's most distinguished hotel — a masterpiece of Queen Anne period interiors, antiques, and formal gardens.

• Bishopthorpe
• Country House
• Historic

★ 9.4 Hotelier's Choice score, 40+ criteria · Many rooms include free cancellation

York's most luxurious hotel occupies a monumental Edwardian Grade II listed building — the former headquarters of the North Eastern Railway — with opulent public rooms, a world-class spa, and a fine-dining restaurant. An extraordinary building in the finest position.

• City Centre
• Luxury
• Spa

★ 9.3 Hotelier's Choice score, 40+ criteria · Many rooms include free cancellation

One of York's most extraordinary historic buildings — a medieval great hall and Jacobean wing built into the city walls above the Dean's Garden — Grays Court offers just 12 rooms of exceptional character and a tearoom that feels lifted from another century.

• City Walls
• Historic
• Unique

★ 9.2 Hotelier's Choice score, 40+ criteria · Many rooms include free cancellation

An elegant small hotel in a converted Georgian townhouse steps from the Minster, The Bloomsbury delivers personal service and beautifully furnished rooms with genuine character at competitive mid-range prices. Excellent breakfast and very knowledgeable staff.

• City Centre
• Georgian
• Value

★ 9.1 Hotelier's Choice score, 40+ criteria · Many rooms include free cancellation

A handsome Georgian townhouse conversion near the Minster with Hotel du Vin's trademark wine-themed rooms, exposed brick, roll-top baths, and an excellent bistro. A favourite for weekend breaks combining York's history with good food and wine.

• City Centre
• Boutique
• Dining

★ 8.9 Hotelier's Choice score, 40+ criteria · Many rooms include free cancellation

A charming Victorian townhouse hotel just outside the city walls near Bootham Bar, Hedley House delivers cheerful, well-run hospitality at honest prices with a particularly good breakfast and a pool — a genuine rarity in central York.

• Gillygate
• B&B
• Pool

★ 8.8 Hotelier's Choice score, 40+ criteria · Many rooms include free cancellation

A grand Victorian railway hotel directly connected to York station, The Principal delivers spacious rooms in a magnificent building with high ceilings, an ornate cocktail bar, and comfortable, well-appointed rooms. The most convenient option for train travellers.

• Station Road
• Victorian
• Convenient

★ 8.7 Hotelier's Choice score, 40+ criteria · Many rooms include free cancellation

A medieval timber-framed inn directly opposite York Minster, allegedly the birthplace of Guy Fawkes, with cosy low-beamed rooms and an atmospheric pub-restaurant that's perfectly placed for evening Minster views.

• Minster Yard
• Historic Inn
• Atmosphere

★ 8.7 Hotelier's Choice score, 40+ criteria · Many rooms include free cancellation

A well-positioned independent hotel near one of York's medieval bars, with comfortable, characterful rooms that blend exposed beams and stone with modern bathrooms. Steps from the Shambles and within the medieval walls.

• Goodramgate
• Independent
• Central

★ 8.6 Hotelier's Choice score, 40+ criteria · Many rooms include free cancellation

A well-maintained budget option just inside the medieval walls on Micklegate — York's most characterful approach road into the city. Compact but clean rooms at prices that make a York break genuinely accessible.

• Micklegate
• Budget
• Central

★ 7.8 Hotelier's Choice score, 40+ criteria · Many rooms include free cancellation