Title: YHA Helmsley - Hostel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # YHA Helmsley - Hostel Hostel with free parking, a short walk to North York Moors National Park ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12890000/12880500/12880411/183d8058.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12890000/12880500/12880411/e39cad26.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12890000/12880500/12880411/c9c69f85.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12890000/12880500/12880411/46a53cf9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12890000/12880500/12880411/83166ebf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Escape to the countryside at YHA Helmsley - Hostel, where a garden and library offer serene spaces to unwind. Connect with friends over a meal at the restaurant or relax in your room with free WiFi; enjoy amenities like laundry facilities, luggage storage, and secured bicycle storage for added convenience. 8.8 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Bar - Breakfast available - Laundry - Free WiFi - Parking included - Restaurant £30 includes taxes & fees 17 Oct - 18 Oct ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct 15 - Oct 16](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=12880411&PinnedHotelID=12880411&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=12880411&PinnedHotelID=12880411&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct 16 - Oct 17](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-16&endDate=2025-10-17&selected=12880411&PinnedHotelID=12880411&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-16&endDate=2025-10-17&selected=12880411&PinnedHotelID=12880411&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct 17 - Oct 19](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=12880411&PinnedHotelID=12880411&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=12880411&PinnedHotelID=12880411&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct 24 - Oct 26](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=12880411&PinnedHotelID=12880411&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=12880411&PinnedHotelID=12880411&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 7 of 7 rooms ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12890000/12880500/12880411/b8e4209d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Room (3 Bed Private Room Ensuite) ### Highlights Free cots/infant beds Full-sized fridge/freezer Private bathroom Microwave Cookware/dishes/utensils Stovetop Oven - Sleeps 3 - 1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12890000/12880500/12880411/b8e4209d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Room (4 Bed Private Room) ### Highlights Free cots/infant beds Full-sized fridge/freezer Shower/bath combination Microwave Cookware/dishes/utensils Stovetop Oven - Sleeps 4 - 2 Single Bunk Beds ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12890000/12880500/12880411/b8e4209d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Room (6 Bed Private Room) ### Highlights Free cots/infant beds Full-sized fridge/freezer Shower/bath combination Microwave Cookware/dishes/utensils Stovetop Oven - Sleeps 6 - 3 Single Bunk Beds ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12890000/12880500/12880411/b8e4209d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Shared Dormitory, Men only, Shared Bathroom (Sleeps 6) ### Highlights Full-sized fridge/freezer Shower/bath combination Microwave Cookware/dishes/utensils Stovetop Oven - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bunk Bed ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12890000/12880500/12880411/b8e4209d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom (Sleeps 6) ### Highlights Full-sized fridge/freezer Shower/bath combination Microwave Cookware/dishes/utensils Stovetop Oven - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bunk Bed ### Room (5 Bed Double Private Ensuite) ### Highlights Full-sized fridge/freezer Private bathroom Microwave Cookware/dishes/utensils Stovetop Oven - Sleeps 5 - 1 Double Bed, 1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed ### Twin Room ### Highlights Full-sized fridge/freezer Microwave Cookware/dishes/utensils Stovetop Oven - Sleeps 2 - 1 Single Bunk Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FYork-Hotels-YHA-Helmsley-Hostel.h12880411.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FYork-Hotels-YHA-Helmsley-Hostel.h12880411.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in York, YHA Helmsley - Hostel is in a rural area and in a national park. Helmsley Arts Centre and National Trust Nunnington Hall are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Flamingo Land Theme Park and Zoo and Yorkshire Lavender. The Dutch House and North Yorkshire Moors Railway are also worth visiting. [Visit our Helmsley travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Helmsley.dx4373) [View more Hostels in Helmsley](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Helmsley-Hostels.d4373-aaHostels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C54.24848%2C-1.05721&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=8jpxGYrh-_vfIq7BB0WZfjyvWl4=) Carlton Lane, Helmsley, York, England, YO62 5HB ### What's nearby - Hemsley Walled Garden - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles - Rievaulx Abbey - 6 min drive - 3.7 miles - Ampleforth Abbey - 8 min drive - 4.9 miles - National Trust Nunnington Hall - 10 min drive - 7.1 miles - Flamingo Land Theme Park and Zoo - 24 min drive - 17.6 miles ### Getting around - Thirsk Station - 23 min drive - Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 58 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪The Fairfax Arms - ‬9 min drive - ‪The Feathers Hotel - ‬6 min walk - ‪The Star Inn - ‬3 min drive - ‪The Plough Inn - ‬9 min drive - ‪The Royal Oak - ‬6 min walk ## About this property ### YHA Helmsley - Hostel Upscale hostel near North York Moors National Park At YHA Helmsley - Hostel, you can look forward to a garden, a library and laundry facilities. In addition to a bar and a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Other perks at this hostel include: - Free self-parking - Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a TV in reception and smoke-free property - Secured bike storage, 1 meeting room and luggage storage Room features All guest rooms at YHA Helmsley - Hostel have amenities, such as free WiFi. 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20 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=103887329&PinnedHotelID=103887329&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: GBP 9.95 per person - A bar/lounge - A restaurant ### Things to do - Bicycle storage - Library - TV in common areas ### Family friendly - In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer - In-room microwave - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Housekeeping (on request) ### Business services - Meeting room ### Outdoors - Garden - In a national park - Picnic area ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel ### More - 2 floors - Built in 1964 - Communal living room - Smoke-free property - Traditional architecture ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Shower ### Food and drink - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Full-sized refrigerator/freezer - Hob - Microwave - Oven ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 5 PM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 5 PM - 8:30 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation All adult guests are required to present a valid government-issued photo ID card at check-in. The name and address on the booking must match the photo ID presented by the guest at check-in. This property does not accept name changes for existing bookings. ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### 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. ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately GBP 9.95 per person - Towels fee: GBP 2.50 per person, per stay (or guests may bring their own) 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, debit card or cash deposit 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 Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates) This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property Please note that this property does not charge an additional temporary membership fee. Discounts are not available for members of YHA (England and Wales) or IYHF as part of this booking. 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 ### National rating This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England. ### Property is also known as YHA Helmsley Hostel York YHA Helmsley Hostel YHA Helmsley York YHA Helmsley YHA Helmsley - Hostel York YHA Helmsley - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation YHA Helmsley - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation York ## Frequently asked questions ### Is YHA Helmsley - Hostel pet-friendly? > No, only service animals are welcome at the property. ### How much does it cost to stay at YHA Helmsley - Hostel? > As of 15 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at YHA Helmsley - Hostel on 17 Oct 2025 start from £30.0, 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](https://www.expedia.co.uk/York-Hotels-YHA-Helmsley-Hostel.h12880411.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at YHA Helmsley - Hostel? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at YHA Helmsley - Hostel? > Check-in start time: 5 PM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM. ### What time is check-out at YHA Helmsley - Hostel? > Checkout is at 10 AM. ### Where is YHA Helmsley - Hostel located? > Situated in a national park, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of North York Moors National Park, Helmsley Arts Centre and Cleveland Way. Helmsley Castle and Duncombe Park are also within 10 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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