Guest houses · North Yorkshire · United Kingdom
We reviewed 50 guest houses in York and selected the best for your stay.
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City-centre base
York Guest house
A friendly, well-located guest house with breakfast included, within walking distance of York Minster and the city centre.
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Quiet & Convenient
York Guest house
A quiet, modern stay with private parking and a 15-minute walk to York's centre.
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Quiet & tidy
A calm, tidy guest house in a residential part of York with garden views and breakfast included.
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Historic & Central
York Guest house
A well-rated York guest house steps from the train station, with praised breakfasts and friendly staff.
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Central & Welcoming
York Guest house
A central York stay with a standout breakfast and easy walks to the Minster and The Shambles.
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Central & adults-only
York Guest house
A characterful adults-only stay in the heart of York, with a prime Coney Street location and a 24-hour reception.
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Victorian guesthouse
York Guest house
A traditional Victorian guesthouse with on-site parking and a cooked breakfast, 20 minutes' walk from York's Chocolate Story.
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York Stay
York Guest house
A 4-star York guest house with free parking, just a 19-minute walk from the Chocolate Story.
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Breakfast & parking
A guesthouse outside York's centre with a standout breakfast, free parking and a bus stop right outside.
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Good value
York
A quiet, clean York guest house with free parking and easy access to the city center.
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Well-rated small stay
York Guest house
A tidy 9-room guest house a 13-minute walk from York City Walls, praised for spotless rooms and a welcoming team.
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Guest favourite
York Guest house
A Victorian charmer with free parking and glowing guest reviews for its breakfast and service.
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Guest favourite
York
A 9.0-rated guest house with private parking and a flat walk to York’s historic centre.
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City centre value
York Guest house
Central York base with free parking and rooms rated 8.1 for comfort.
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Family-run
York Guest house
A 3-star family-run guest house with 13 airy rooms, just a short walk from York's sports grounds and city centre.
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Guesthouse favourite
York Guest house
A small guesthouse steps from York Minster, known for hearty breakfasts and welcoming staff.
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Guest House
York Guest house
A friendly, family-run guest house with standout breakfasts and a calm street near York’s centre.
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Free Parking
York Guest house
Free parking and a prime spot near the station and railway museum, with tea and coffee facilities in every room.
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York Stay
York Guest house
A compact York guesthouse with free parking, spacious family rooms, and a helpful team.
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Family-run
York Guest house
A family-run guest house with spotless rooms, a superb breakfast, and easy access to York's centre.
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Guesthouse
York Guest house
A 4-star York guesthouse with spotless rooms, a hearty breakfast, and a short walk to the city centre.
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Great location
York Guest house
A no-frills guest house with a prime location, parking, and a cooked breakfast – 10 minutes from the Minster.
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Central & Quiet
York Guest house
A quiet, well-run guest house near York's city centre with free parking and a highly rated breakfast.
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Guest favourite
York Guest house
Rated 9/10 by guests, this 10-room guesthouse offers homemade breakfast, free Wi-Fi, and a short walk to York's centre.
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Free parking
York Guest house
Guest house in York with free parking and Wi-Fi, a 20-minute walk from Rowntree Park.
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Guest favourite
York Guest house
A small, quiet guest house with free parking, cooked breakfasts and some of the highest guest scores in York.
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Themed & central
York Guest house
Themed rooms, a fully equipped shared kitchen, and a location that puts the city centre within a short stroll.
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Central & rated 8.8
York Guest house
Central York guest house with on-site parking and high guest ratings.
York
A 4-star York guest house with a 9.1 guest rating from over 7,400 reviews.
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Guest House
York
Friendly guest house with comfortable beds and a location that makes exploring York easy.
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Top-rated in York
York Guest house
A high-rated York guest house with free parking, a garden, and easy access to the city centre.
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Charming & central
York
Historic guesthouse with free parking, a piano lounge, and personal host tips for exploring York.
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Railway Museum proximity
A York guest house steps from the National Railway Museum, with self-catering basics like a dining table and kitchen utensils.
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Quiet & central
York Guest house
Family-run guest house with private parking, praised breakfast, and a quiet location near York's centre.
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Free parking
York Guest house
Free parking, a 15-minute walk to the centre, and a breakfast with plenty of choice — guests rate comfort at 9.4.
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Walkable & Welcoming
York
A friendly 7-room guest house minutes from York's main sights, with cooked breakfasts and parking.
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Central & Practical
York Guest house
A 7-minute walk from Church of St Mary and close to Rowntree Park, this guest house offers free Wi-Fi and public parking.
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Adults Only
York Guest house
Adults-only guest house with courtyard views, free Wi-Fi, and parking nearby in York.
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Guest favourite
York Guest house
A warm, immaculate guesthouse with free parking, easy bus access, and hosts who go out of their way.
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Adults-only
York Guest house
Adult-only guest house in York with river views and a five-minute walk to the train station.
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Value Stay
York Guest house
Reasonably priced rooms with free parking and easy bus access to the centre.
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Guest House
York
A small, friendly guest house with spotless rooms and a hearty breakfast, a short walk from York's sights.
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Guest Favorite
York
Guest-favorite B&B with a 9.0 rating, free breakfast, and a quiet location an easy walk from the city centre.
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5-star guest stay
York
A 5-star guest accommodation a 25-minute walk from York Minster, praised for its friendly staff, excellent breakfasts, and comfy beds.
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Adult-only farmhouse
York Guest house
A spotless adult-only farmhouse with garden views, free parking, and thoughtful extras that make it feel like home.
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Walkable
Walk to York's centre from a guest house with king-size beds and in-room tea and coffee.
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Friendly & central
York
A welcoming 15-room guesthouse within easy walking distance of York's historic centre, praised for its breakfasts and friendly staff.
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Quiet & central
York
Quiet, family-run guest house steps from York's Minster and city walls, with free WiFi and a hearty breakfast.
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Adults-only
York Guest house
Converted stables with original beams, adults-only peace and a pub a minute away.
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Central York pick
York Guest house
A 2-minute walk from York Minster, this well-rated hub offers clean, comfortable rooms and easy key-safe check-in.
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This page gathers guest houses across York, with prices from £25 at Diamonds Inn Ltd to £154 at Adams House Hotel - York. Whether you want to be in the heart of the city, near the station, or in a quiet spot with parking, you'll find options. Many include breakfast, and most are within a 20-minute walk of the Minster or the city walls.
For the city centre, The Crescent Guest House offers a well-located base with breakfast included, just a walk from the Minster. You'll also find Georgian House & Mews near the Shambles and the Minster, and Judges Court on Coney Street. Expect to pay a premium for this convenience, but you'll be steps from York's main sights and dining.
Bootham is a popular area north of the city walls, putting you within a short walk of the Minster and the city centre. Here you'll find well-regarded choices like The Beckett Guest House (from £32) and Park View Guest House (from £64), both offering a calm street close to the action. These properties are ideal for travellers who want a quiet night yet easy access to York's attractions.
Staying within sight of York Minster is a highlight. Minster Walk Guesthouse is just steps away, boasting a 9.3 guest rating from 1692 reviews and a hearty breakfast. The Crescent Guest House also places you within walking distance, and Georgian House & Mews is only a short stroll. These are superb choices for first-time visitors who want to be at the heart of the city.
For your first visit, stay centrally near the Minster, the Shambles, or the train station. Options like Georgian House & Mews put you in the heart of the city, while The Bar Convent Guest House is steps from the station and walls. This way, you're within easy walking distance of York's main sights.
Prices vary widely. You can find budget rooms from around £25 at Diamonds Inn Ltd, while more upscale 4-star options like Ascot House start at £120. Generally, expect to pay between £40 and £100 for a comfortable, well-located guest house with breakfast included.
Yes, many do. Look for properties like The Vanguard York - Private Residence, Holmwood House, or Ascot House, which offer free parking. If you're driving, prioritise guest houses slightly outside the city centre, as on-site parking is rarer and pricier there. Always confirm parking details when booking.
York's guest houses cluster around the city's historic core and its leafy residential fringes. You can wake up steps from the Minster or within a 15-minute walk of the city walls, often with free parking—a rare commodity in the centre. Breakfast is almost always included, and many are Victorian townhouses converted into intimate, family-run stays.
The money buys variety: from budget rooms under £40 a night that put the station and Shambles within easy reach, to 4-star properties with gardens and cooked-to-order breakfasts. Expect character, personal service, and a quieter night's sleep than a larger hotel, though some stretch to private parking and even garden views.
York's guest houses suit travellers who value a personal welcome, a cooked breakfast, and a sense of the city's character. They're ideal for couples and independent visitors who want to be close to the Minster, the Shambles, or the station. If you specifically need guaranteed parking, a family-friendly pool, or the consistency of a big hotel brand, explore our 'Hotels with parking in York' or 'Family Friendly hotels in York' pages. For the heart of the action, check 'Central hotels in York', and for tighter budgets, 'Cheap and budget hotels in York'.