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Safestay York Micklegate

3.0 star property
Travelers can cozy up at the bar to plan adventures around York's historic walls, then take advantage of luggage storage for hassle-free exploration

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Located in Bishophill, Safestay York Micklegate offers in-room WiFi, a welcoming bar, dry cleaning services, and a relaxing terrace. Guests appreciate the convenient luggage storage and the central location for exploring the city.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
The current price is £80
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul

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Triple Room Ensuite | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room Ensuite

  • 129 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Twin Room Ensuite

  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Quadruple Room Shared Bathroom

  • 129 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dorm Ensuite

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  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 6 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dorm Ensuite

  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 8 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dorm Ensuite

  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 10 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Bed in 12-Bed Mixed Dorm Ensuite

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  • 344 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 12 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Double Room Ensuite

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  • 129 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dorm Shared Bathroom

  • 141 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Quadruple Room Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Bed in 8-Bed Female Dorm Ensuite

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  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 8 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dorm Shared Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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8-Bed Private Room Shared Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Bed in 10-Bed Female Dorm Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 5 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Bed in 8-Bed Male Dorm Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 8 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Bed in 6-Bed Female Dorm Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Bed in 6-Bed Male Dorm Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Bed in 2-Bed Female Dorm Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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12-Bed Private Room Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 12
  • 6 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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10-Bed Private Room Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 10
  • 5 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A room with bunk beds, wooden beams, a window, and a chandelier.

8-Bed Private Room Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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6-Bed Private Room Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi
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About the area

Located in Bishophill, a neighbourhood in York, Safestay York Micklegate is near a train station. Notable landmarks in the area include York City Walls and Shambles. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at York Barbican or Bootham Crescent Stadium. Visit our York travel guide
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Micklegate House, 88-90 Micklegate, York, England, YO1 6JX

What's nearby

  • A market stall with illuminated star decorations and a sign listing prices.
    York Christmas Market
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A historic cityscape with a prominent cathedral, a bridge, and a mix of traditional and modern buildings.
    York City Walls
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A narrow street with brick buildings, a shop with a glass display, and a sign for a museum.
    Shambles
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • A large Gothic cathedral with intricate stonework and pointed arches.
    York Minster
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Micklegate Bar
    4 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

  • York (QQY-York Train Station)
    6 min walk
  • Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford)
    62 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Ackhorne Inn
    2 min walk
  • The Punch Bowl
    3 min walk
  • Malmaison York
    5 min walk
  • Duke of York
    5 min walk
  • The Falcon.
    1 min walk

About this property

Safestay York Micklegate

  • Hostel near York Minster
  • Located close to York City Walls and Shambles, Safestay York Micklegate provides a terrace, dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a front desk safe and smoke-free property
    • Luggage storage, a water dispenser and tour/ticket information
    • A 24-hour front desk, a TV in reception and multilingual staff
  • Room features
  • All 151 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 6 for adults and GBP 6 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1752
  • Georgian architecture
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately GBP 6 for adults and from GBP 6 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Frequently asked questions

Is Safestay York Micklegate pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Safestay York Micklegate?

As of 24 Jul 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Safestay York Micklegate on 26 Jul 2026 start from £80, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Safestay York Micklegate?

This hostel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Safestay York Micklegate?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Safestay York Micklegate?

Checkout is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Safestay York Micklegate located?

Located in Bishophill, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Micklegate Bar, York City Walls and Shambles. York Minster and York Racecourse are also within 1 mile (2 km). York (QQY-York Train Station) is 6 minutes by foot and York Station is 6 minutes.

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Reviews

Safestay York Micklegate Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.2

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

8.4

Staff & service

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 110 out of 285 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 101 out of 285 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 38 out of 285 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 285 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 285 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean, bedding well organized. Ease of access to the building and room. Would recommend anyone to stay when traveling on a budget.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Stanislava

Liked: Staff & service
The location is good and close to many sights. It's a cheap stay which obviously is the point, however rooms are quite run down and there was mold and damp on the ceiling, that was so close to me as I was lucky to get the top bunk. Breakfast was basic, but overall good. Staff was helpful, especially the younger boy serving the breakfast buffet.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Priyank

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good location and quite place. Warm and welcoming staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very walkable to site seeing, trains, eating. Good breakfast available.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay

Great location, lovely building, friendly and helpful staff, comfortable rooms
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really enjoyed our stay. Nice & quiet room was spotless couldn’t fault it.everything in walking distance willbe staying again soon thankyou
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cool old building and good location, easy to walk to from the train station
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Una

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is conveniently located to exploring the city.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very warm, loved it!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Blaise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Warm reception and care when directing
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Amenities
A gorgeous Georgian mansion converted into comfortable accommodations. Curving staircases and stuccoed ceilings. The staff are genuinely kind and helpful. Much more characterful than a cheap chain hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The owner was very helpful and friendly. You can refill your water bottle and hot water is also available at the reception. Pleanty of option for dinner and breakfast. Easy access from train station, about 5-min walk. No elevator which is usual in the UK. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Private triple room. Spacious, clean, towels included. Easy check in and out
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Booked a one night stay in a private triple room (room 15). Room was on the top floor and very quiet, clean and comfortable. Will not hesitate using again next time I need to stay in York.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

K

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Central and convenient.

Close to the station and within the city walls, so great as pedestrians. Plenty of food and drink nearby. Loads of character.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Okay, for short stay but noisy

Good location for central York and reasonably priced for a two bunk bed room. Building is old, floors and walls echo with sound of inconsiderate people making noise late into the night.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kewalin

Nima, the staff, is really friendly and attentive. You can leave your luggage here for just 3£/day. Great location, close to the station. The room is clean. There’s a cage that you can put your belongings in and lock for safety. The only downside is there is no electrical outlet for the top bunk. Roommates can be quite noisy in the early morning, but that how the dormitory is.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Ketsia Tahiry

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed in the female 10 bedroom ensuite and it was all the way on the 3rd floor. No elevator lucky had a really nice man that helped me with my luggage if not it would have been a struggle. The bathroom is extremely small and it floods and gets super messy when someone takes a shower since the water gets everywhere. It’s honestly not much bigger than an airplane toilet. There is nowhere for you to do your makeup so had to do my makeup in bed with my small pocket mirror. The area is great though super close to the train station and to historic York.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Regina

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good: excellent location, walkable distance from train station and town centre. Bunk beds had curtains and you could just close it and be private. Place was quiet. Bad: Staff at the reception were not friendly, at times rude and dismissive. The owner should come down sometimes to check it. The atmosphere wasn't friendly, not a good place to make new friends. There were tables, chairs and armchairs on the ground floor but people sat individually and spent time on their phones. Bedrooms very bad cleaned, dust pilled up under/side of beds. Terrible mattress. Toile/shower cubicle very small, shower plug blocked which created a pool every time I had a shower. Not very pleasant!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

Not great for family, better if adult-not sleeping

Booked a private room for 5, including adults and kids. Room 25 is just under the dining room which was full of an adult group having boisterous fun until 1 or 2 am (only slowed after complaining because kids couldn’t sleep and asked to quiet down - not soundproof so felt like we were laying in middle of a bar or party). Adults just having fun - would have loved it on an adult trip in my 20’s. Knew as a hostel it would be simple beds and loud but assumed quiet hours at least by midnight but there were none, okay to be loud 24hrs. Beds were fine - bunks not creaky, bed quite firm but ok and private, comforter plush. Great shared bathroom just across from room, clean with 3 private showers and 2 toilets. Wish it had been communicated that towels were available for fee - wasn’t told and didn’t show in Hotels post or email. Location is great, walking distance of food, stores, river, activities. Parked in Blossom st car park a reasonable walking distance for reasonable £11. Again would do well for a girls trip or adult fun late into night. I didn’t sleep and kids didn’t much either so were miserable. York was so busy for holiday market after restless night it was too much for them so disappointing it was a bit of a wasted trip altogether.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was advertised as a hotel and turned out to be hostel. If you want a family room…. Book Ahead
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Shannon

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bed bugs
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marcus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Excellent does what it says on the tin
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay if you are on a budget.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property, comfy beds, wifi wouldn't work but wasn't problem.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025