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8.3

1,455 reviews

YHA York

YHA York

42 Water End, Clifton, York, YO30 6LP, United Kingdom

Reservations:

+1-833-728-2041

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Restaurant

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Bar

Parking On Site

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

YHA York

Welcome to YHA York, your cozy retreat just a hop, skip, and a jump from the heart of the historic city! Located at 42 Water End, Clifton, you’ll be only 1.1mi away from York’s bustling city center, where charming streets and storied landmarks await your exploration. With rates starting at a budget-friendly price, this 4-star establishment is the perfect base for travelers eager to dive into the rich tapestry of York’s culture.

Step inside and discover a treasure trove of amenities to make your stay as relaxed or exciting as you wish! Unwind after a day of sightseeing with delicious meals at the on-site restaurant or sip a refreshing drink at the bar. Enjoy the sun on the terrace or take a leisurely stroll in the garden and picnic area — it’s your holiday, and you decide how to spend it! Plus, with complimentary WiFi and free parking available, you can stay connected and worry less about your wheels.

Don’t just take our word for it; with over 1,400 reviews, fellow travelers are raving about their experiences at YHA York! With a friendly 24-hour front desk ready to assist you and wheelchair accessibility for all, you’ll feel welcome and catered to from the moment you arrive. Whether you’re traveling solo, with family, or friends, this hostel promises a memorable stay filled with laughter and adventure in one of the UK’s most charming cities!

When hunger strikes after a day of exploring, the YHA York Restaurant is ready to delight your taste buds with its hearty British fare. This family-friendly dining spot is the perfect place to gather with loved ones or fellow travelers to share stories and laughter over a delicious meal. There’s nothing quite like enjoying a classic dish made with local ingredients, all while soaking up the welcoming ambiance that surrounds you. Whether you're looking for a filling breakfast to kickstart your adventure or a cozy dinner to wind down, YHA York's culinary offerings won't disappoint.

After a delightful meal, head to the bar for a refreshing drink that complements your evening plans. Picture this: relaxing in the convivial atmosphere as you sip on something cool while mingling with fellow travelers who share your zest for discovery. The terrace and garden areas beckon you to enjoy the charms of the great outdoors. Imagine basking in the sun, enjoying a picnic, or simply sipping on your favorite drink while relishing the beautiful surroundings — it's these little moments that make your stay unforgettable.

As you prepare for your day, take advantage of the hostel's complimentary WiFi to plan your itinerary or share your adventures with friends back home. Need a ride to explore further? Fear not, with convenient free parking options, you can hop in your vehicle and set off on spontaneous road trips to hidden gems beyond York. With an experience designed for connection, relaxation, and exploration, YHA York truly embodies the spirit of adventure, ensuring you leave with not just memories but friendships that last a lifetime!

Closest airports

RAF Linton-On-Ouse

8.3mi

Leeds Bradford International Airport

23.9mi

Robin Hood Airport Doncaster Sheffield

33.9mi

Durham Tees Valley Airport

39.7mi

Humberside Airport

41mi

Most popular amenities

Restaurant

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Bar

Parking On Site

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Picnic area

Garden

Rooms

Guest reviews

8.3

1,455 reviews

Categories of assessments

Cleanliness

Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Featured reviews:

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Eric

9.1

December 2024

I've stayed at a few YHAs and you always know what to expect - a clean, practical, comfy, and friendly place to stay. York is no exception! Good beds, good WiFi, good cafe, good security, plentiful showers and bathrooms - all good! The staff here are particularly welcoming and helpful!

I have two minor complaints: - From my bed, I could quite loudly hear the sounds of the plumbing when the bathroom taps were used - The showers don't have any shelves or hooks so I found it tough to take a shower without getting my things wet Keep in mind that this hostel is outside of the city centre!

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Remy

9.1

November 2024

Staff are great, friendly and helpful. I like the layout out/decor of the building. The Christmas trees added a nice warm touch. It's a short distance in a taxi approximately 15 minutes £9.80 from the center,it's clean, spacious, and does what it needs to do. It has a relaxing lounge area, pool table and dining room, with shower rooms and bedrooms upstairs. I shared a female dorm, with considerate guests. We were awoken by the fire alarm going off at 6am which wasn't nice but couldn't be helped I suppose, i couldnt get back to sleep. i do believe it was a false alarm. The full Breakfast was filling n tasty, staff serve the hot items and you self serve your toast pastries tea coffee and juices etc. From checking in to checking out, I had a real nice experience and i felt totally safe as a solo traveller staying at YHA hostel. I'd defo recommend here.

There was nothing I did not like. I'm totally happy with my stay.

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Laura

10

January 2025

I stayed here with my children, confident that I would be happy with the place after reading great reviews and it did not disappoint. The room was clean, comfortable, plenty of space and loads of plug sockets! Staff were brilliant, decent menu, free parking. No complaints at all and would certainly recommend

Nothing. Paid to hire a towel but that's more than fair for a hostel. All items for rent were reasonably priced. 1 thing, a kids pesto pasta bowl was almost £7, same as all the other kids meals which had a lot more to them. I'd have liked chicken in the pasta for £7 🙂

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Laura

9.1

October 2024

To sum it up simply, this was the first YHA we'd ever stayed at, arriving halfway through our month-long trip - and we enjoyed it so much and were so impressed by the facilities that we booked several other YHA locations off the back of it. YHA York was clean, had extremely useful facilities (kitchen that was sizable and well stocked with cookware, laundry room including dryer and clothes rack) and we really liked our room. Very easy walk into the center of York. All the staff that we interacted with were friendly and helpful. All in all, would definitely come back, and we recommend!

There were no downsides.

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Lucy

9.1

December 2024

great location a 20 minute stroll along the river to York centre. the cafe was great a selection of hot/cold drinks, snacks and food, at affordable prices. The staff were very helpful and attentive. we played a couple of board games and pool, which is available to all. only thing we miss out on was breakfast as they stop serving at 9am i thought it was 10!

the shower was a bit hairy, but i think that was the person who used it before me, I ended up using another shower. the hand drier in the toilet only blowed for a second and then went off. not an issue though.

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Sarah

10

July 2024

I loved the things available for kids such as the pool room, board games, books, cards etc. Also great idea for the water station to fill water bottles up as it was a 20-25 min walk into town centre so water on a hot day was appreciated. Fantastic buffet breakfast definitely worth the money as was £10 for me then £1 for my daughter. There was so many breakfast options and basically have as much as you like for 2 hours. Fantastic staff, very friendly and welcoming. Thanks guys you all work so hard as a team to create an amazing experience for customers. 🙂

Only thing I would of liked in the room was a kettle, other than that facilities were fantastic.

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John

8.2

August 2024

We loved the overall feel of the YHA. Very relaxed and homely . We went with children and they loved it also . A great price and what we got was great value for money . A short walk along the river into the city was perfect for location. Definitely would stay again. Great showers , bar , pool table .

Only issue we had was woken up at 8 am by banging , we payed for late checkout so was hoping to sleep in a little . I used it to our advantage though and got out early so maybe it was a good wake up call. Personally being used to a big bed , I found the bunk bed a little uncomfy maybe next time I'll take my own pillow. Not a negative though for the price in reality .

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Carol

9.1

November 2024

I've stayed at YHA YORK a few times now with my daughter, and I've always been satisfied with my experience of the place, basic but nice and comfortable. What I liked about this visit was everything was back to normal as the time before this visit was when covid restrictions were still in place. All the Staff were very friendly,polite and helpful.

At this point in time I can't think of anything that I didn't like.

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Nick

8.2

December 2023

Good price for a room with 2 bunks. Facilities in the corridor nearby, reasonably quiet at night, not far into town, bar downstairs and a pool table. Everything we needed for our stay. Thanks

The shower control was a little bit fiddly to get right, and I think it would make more sense to put a lock on the door that opens into the shower and toilet area. The reason is, somebody can walk in to use the toilet while you're using the shower, so you have to dry yourself and also get changed inside the shower cubicle, and balance all your dry clothes on the peg behind the door. If you put a lock on the main door, and some hooks there, you can leave your dry clothes outside the shower cubicle.

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Daniel

9.1

November 2024

The place is great for visiting families who want to keep costs down. Great facilities both on-site but also next door at the park or of course the short walk into the city. The breakfast was absolutely brilliant and reasonably priced.

If I could make one recommendation it would be to stock some ales at the bar! Something from one of the local Yorkshire breweries would be perfect, doesn’t have to be draught, bottles would be good.

Points of Interest Around YHA York

Attractions

Yorkshire Museum

0.7mi

Treasurer's House

0.8mi

York Minster

0.9mi

York's Chocolate Story

1mi

York City Walls

1mi

Henry VII Experience at Micklegate Bar

1mi

The Shambles

1.1mi

Jorvik Viking Centre

1.2mi

Merchant Adventurers' Hall

1.2mi

York Castle Museum

1.3mi

Castle Howard

13.2mi

Helmsley

19.2mi

Kilburn White Horse

19.3mi

World of James Herriot

20.8mi

North Yorkshire Moors Railway

23.3mi

Restaurants

YHA York Restaurant

Cuisines

  • British

Ambiances

  • Family Friendly

Amenities of YHA York

Restaurant

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Bar

Parking On Site

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Picnic area

Garden

Stay rules - YHA York

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Reservations

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

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