Title: YHA York - Hostel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=11536009&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # YHA York - Hostel Travelers find this lively hostel strikes the perfect balance between playful energy and peaceful downtime, with spaces designed for both socializing and unwinding. ## Photo gallery for YHA York - Hostel ![Unclassified image, 1 of 34, button - YHA York - Hostel (York)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11540000/11536100/11536009/caeedf76.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Reception - YHA York - Hostel (York)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11540000/11536100/11536009/1c2cfcf4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Bed sheets - YHA York - Hostel (York)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11540000/11536100/11536009/c8d8a874.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Porch - YHA York - Hostel (York)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11540000/11536100/11536009/577a8f86.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Family dining - YHA York - Hostel (York)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11540000/11536100/11536009/d3dc7c7e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies YHA York - Hostel welcomes guests near York Minster. Enjoy WiFi throughout, relax in the peaceful garden, or head to the arcade/game room for friendly competition. The convenient location consistently earns positive reviews from visitors. ## Reviews 9.0 Wonderful ## Popular amenities - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Breakfast available - Business services - Bar £30 includes taxes & fees 8 Mar - 9 Mar ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Mar 1 - Mar 2](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-01&endDate=2026-03-02&selected=11536009&PinnedHotelID=11536009&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-01&endDate=2026-03-02&selected=11536009&PinnedHotelID=11536009&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Mar 2 - Mar 3](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-02&endDate=2026-03-03&selected=11536009&PinnedHotelID=11536009&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-02&endDate=2026-03-03&selected=11536009&PinnedHotelID=11536009&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Mar 6 - Mar 8](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-08&selected=11536009&PinnedHotelID=11536009&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-08&selected=11536009&PinnedHotelID=11536009&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Mar 13 - Mar 15](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-13&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=11536009&PinnedHotelID=11536009&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-13&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=11536009&PinnedHotelID=11536009&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 9 of 9 rooms ### View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Womenonly, Shared Bathroom (Sleeps 8) ![Bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11540000/11536100/11536009/b0f49431.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Shared Dormitory, Womenonly, Shared Bathroom (Sleeps 8) 7.0 Good 4 reviews ### Highlights Heating - 100 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bunk Bed ### View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Menonly, Shared Bathroom (Sleeps 8) ![Bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11540000/11536100/11536009/b0f49431.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Shared Dormitory, Menonly, Shared Bathroom (Sleeps 8) ### Highlights Heating - 100 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bunk Bed ### View all photos for Room, Ensuite (2 Bed Private) ![Bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11540000/11536100/11536009/bd57232f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Room, Ensuite (2 Bed Private) 8.4 Very good 5 reviews ### Highlights Heating Free cots/infant beds Private bathroom - 70 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Single Bunk Bed ### View all photos for Room (4 Bed Private) ![Bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11540000/11536100/11536009/1176f967.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Room (4 Bed Private) 8.0 Very good 2 reviews ### Highlights Heating Free cots/infant beds - 90 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 2 Single Bunk Beds ### View all photos for Room, Ensuite (4 Bed Private) ![Bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11540000/11536100/11536009/bd57232f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Room, Ensuite (4 Bed Private) ### Highlights Heating Free cots/infant beds Private bathroom - 90 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 2 Single Bunk Beds ### View all photos for Room, Ensuite (4 Bed Private including Double Bed) ![Bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11540000/11536100/11536009/bd57232f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Room, Ensuite (4 Bed Private including Double Bed) 7.0 Good 2 reviews ### Highlights Heating Free cots/infant beds Private bathroom - 100 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed ### View all photos for Room, Ensuite (5 Bed Private including Double Bed) ![Bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11540000/11536100/11536009/bd57232f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Room, Ensuite (5 Bed Private including Double Bed) ### Highlights Heating Free cots/infant beds Private bathroom - 100 sq ft - Sleeps 5 - 1 Double Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed ### View all photos for Room (6 Bed Private) ![Bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11540000/11536100/11536009/b0f49431.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Room (6 Bed Private) ### Highlights Heating Free cots/infant beds Private bathroom - Sleeps 6 - 3 Single Bunk Beds ### View all photos for Room (6 Bed Private) ![Bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11540000/11536100/11536009/88eacd0d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Room (6 Bed Private) ### Highlights Heating Separate bedroom - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 6 - 3 Single Bunk Beds ![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-York-Hostel.h11536009.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FYork-Hotels-YHA-York-Hostel.h11536009.Hotel-Information) ## About the area York is home to YHA York - Hostel. Notable landmarks in the area include York Minster and Shambles, and travellers wishing to experience a bit of culture can try York Barbican. Yorkshire Museum Gardens and Yorkshire Museum are also worth visiting. [Visit our York travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/York.dx5489) [View more Hostels in York](https://www.expedia.co.uk/York-Hostels.d5489-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%7C53.96855%2C-1.10133&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=LHTZtmfr2-WBNl3P-W-teTiUDcI=) Water End, Clifton, York, England, YO30 6LP ### What's nearby - ![York St. John University. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5489/0faa1ac5-420b-4d2c-b0b8-666e9cdbeb46.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) York St. John University 16 min walk \- 0.9 miles - ![York showing a park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532494843/8b765625-7c7c-4db6-918d-890b11d6966b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Yorkshire Museum Gardens 16 min walk \- 0.9 miles - ![York Hospital](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6266324/154c99e2-c273-42b3-a35f-304cd6a9394c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) York Hospital 17 min walk \- 1.0 mile - ![York Minster featuring heritage architecture, religious elements and a square or plaza](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6079281/7af1e35b-9ae1-4b3b-8e1c-2734af318b57.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) York Minster 20 min walk \- 1.1 miles - ![Shambles which includes street scenes, heritage architecture and a small town or village](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6164998/a6ae3c21-2534-4210-8026-d313704406bf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Shambles 3 min drive \- 1.3 miles ### Getting around - York Station 19 min walk - Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford) 51 min drive ### Restaurants - Bootham Tavern 17 min walk - Costa Coffee 19 min walk - York Tasty House 10 min walk - Old Grey Mare 5 min walk - Exhibition Hotel 18 min walk ## About this property ### YHA York - Hostel Upscale hostel near York Minster You can look forward to a coffee shop/cafe, a garden and laundry facilities at YHA York - Hostel. In addition to a bar and a restaurant, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas. 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Luggage storage - Vending machine ### Guest services - No housekeeping service - Tour and ticket assistance ### Business services - 3 meeting rooms ### Outdoors - Garden - Outdoor furniture - 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. - Bathroom emergency pull cord - No lift - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) ### More - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Shower ### More - Heating ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools 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 Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 10.95 for adults and from GBP 5.95 for children - Towels fee: GBP 2.75 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 The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation 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 and cash Cashless transactions are available 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 Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly) ### National rating This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England. ### Property is also known as YHA York Hostel YHA Hostel YHA York YHA YHA York - Hostel York YHA York - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation YHA York - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation York ## Frequently asked questions ### Is YHA York - Hostel pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at YHA York - Hostel? ### How much is parking at YHA York - Hostel? ### What time is check-in at YHA York - Hostel? ### What time is check-out at YHA York - Hostel? ### Where is YHA York - Hostel located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## YHA York - Hostel Reviews 9.0 ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.2 Cleanliness ### 8.4 Location ### 9.0 Staff & service ### 8.8 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 135 8 - Good 63 6 - Okay 19 4 - Poor 3 2 - Terrible 3 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Super 28 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Friendly staff, comfortable environment ##### Super Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shane 16 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great service and convenient location. ##### Shane Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen 2 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Facilitate is clean, walkable to city center. Staff is nice and helpful. ##### Karen Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David 21 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Clean room, en suite bathroom. Friendly staff. ##### David Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alan 25 Nov 2025 The whole stay was excellent. When we arrived I explained that I suffered from medical problems and the receptionist immediately changed our room to accommodate my needs. Excellent ##### Alan Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Zain 21 Oct 2025 Liked: Staff & service Very friendly and helpful staff. V homely place. Not the cleanest, but very comfortable and safe. ##### Zain Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shelley 28 Jul 2025 Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities We wanted somewhere reasonably priced but clean and not too far away from York races and the train stations. This is exactly what we got. The added bonus was the staff were amazing! Thank you! ##### Shelley Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James 27 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great place Great stay and friendly staff. ##### James Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jamie 27 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Staff were so friendly and the facilities excellent. Will definitely be back. ##### Jamie Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nina 5 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great place to stay to explore York A cheap & cheerful place to stay. Great private room, clean, warm & comfortable. Perfect location to explore the city of York. ##### Nina Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lesley 9 Sept 2024 Liked: Amenities Clean rooms and facilities. Lovely staff. Good location. ##### Lesley Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tessa 18 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Run efficiently with friendly staff ##### Tessa Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gareth 20 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Couldn’t ask for more. Staff were amazing. Good food and drink served and a brilliant cappuccino in the morning. Should be more expensive. Highly recommend! ##### Gareth Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 1 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort First time staying in a hostel but will definitely use again. The experience was excellent, the staff were helpful and friendly the rooms were clean and was perfect for what we needed for the night ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nuala 1 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great option for a budget stay in York Lovely, well-appointed hostel just a 20 min walk from York city centre along the river. Room was clean, quiet and comfortable and the hostel has great facilities. Located right next to a beautiful park. Great value for money, would return. ##### Nuala Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anand Raj 13 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Amazing experience! I came with my friends to York for the for the first time, and the stay here made the overall experience wonderful. Everything was perfect, and in the morning we had a nice breakfast. I would stay here again on my next trip to York :)) ##### Anand Raj Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Maureen 14 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities The staff was lovely and the accommodations were very clean and tidy. It was a very easy walk into the city center and we are glad we have the experience. The set up for the shower and toilet was tight, but it made sense if one is traveling with others who are not their family. ##### Maureen Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Kelly 28 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort #### Perfect location for York city, and beyond Lovely location, plenty of free parking. Lots of outdoor seating as well as plenty of tables, chairs and sofas inside. This is a very old building, so the floors squeak and the beds move when people are walking around. Room HO1 has a very squeaky door, which has woken us all up every time someone needs to go out to the toilet. I did mention to staff a spot of WD40 would do it, but it wasn't sorted. The door locks are also electronically locked, meaning they have to be slammed to close, not ideal when everyone else is trying to sleep. The toilets and showers are outside of the room and very small, but I never had to wait. The kitchen is quite small for the number of guests and can get extremley busy on the evening. These are all factual comments, not critisisms, as it's more than sufficient for a hostel. I would book again, I think Windermere set the standard for me! 🙂 ##### Kelly Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Deborah 16 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities #### Great Location in York. This is a well provisioned youth hostel with attentive staff.The location in York is excellent - it is a 20 minute walk alongside the river to the city centre. You can leave your car in the YHA car park. Noise from the heating system / extractor fans was an issue - it wasn't the quietest place. Also not cheap! Budget hotels can be cheaper than YHAs these days, but YHAs have kitchens and social spaces that make the difference. ##### Deborah Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen 21 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great value for money-lovely location. Good location-short journey from city centre. Well equipped room-ensuite family with 2 sets of bunkbeds, seperate toilet and seperate shower room ensuite with sink in room and two mirrors. Beds have power supply and lamp for each bed. Additional two twin plug sockets near radiator. Mattress a little hard for my liking but ok. Clean bedding, beds made up-bring your own towel/s. The range of food on offer throughout the day looked great but due to allergies/intolerance didn't try anything from the menu. Polite and helpful staff. Clean communal areas with lots of games available for families or friends to use whilst onsite. Beautiful well kept grounds although persistent rain and wind meant I only looked at it through the windows. Hope to revisit later in the year. Recommend as great value for money. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/139F6B72C9DD9E7C5411D1C7270308E75925EAA31708558662992.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/54CA682ED16956BCF2AC4E80B66FCFA5D593DC5A1708558662614.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/309F9DB1489B9944B55CE14EF19CAA64DC46A0511708558737966.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/E71EE558DB6EB7ACEDA7C22C0E08AE4B231EDF701708558737254.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Karen Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Amy 17 Sept 2023 PROS: Location is great, grounds well kept, there is food and drink served, decent sized kitchen area, laundry (1 washer/1 dryer- staff failed to put note on the dryer or tell guests that it was out of order:( so I had to pack wet clothes), lg. common area with tables inside and out, and the staff is nice, though most were maybe too young to provide good customer service. Cons: This is NOT a place to stay if you have physical disabilities- it is a warren of halls, stairs, and doors leading to more halls, stairs, and doors. There is no elevator or convenient exit/ entrance to get from the main building to the strictly accommodation building. I found desiccated ice cream running down the wall that had probably been there for a few weeks/ month. They did come and clean it promptly, however upon remaking my bed, I noticed the duvet cover on my blanket had blood on it. Not mine. More than likely a stain that did not wash out, but glaringly obvious for whoever "changed" it. I had noticed a hair on my bed on my 1st night, but I thought maybe it was just the cleaners. At this point though, I felt like maybe this room hadn't been cleaned. The manager apologized via email, and the cleaner put a new sheet on the bed, but when I told him about the blood he blamed the laundry service. Maybe so, however NO ONE came to take it away? Disappointed by lack of customer service. I was offered a beverage as a token, but it was as I was leaving. I would stay here again, but would do a clean chec ##### Amy Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lucy 25 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Clean room, helpful and friendly staff ##### Lucy Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ravichandra 29 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Excellent budget stay ##### Ravichandra Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul 15 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Short walk into city centre & great parking . ##### Paul Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John 15 Dec 2024 Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great place, good food and reasonably priced ##### John Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Crafted at Powdermills](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Battle-Hotels-Powdermills-Country-House-Hotel.h195688.Hotel-Information) > > [Pinewood Camping Pods - At Port Lympne Reserve](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hythe-Hotels-Pinewood-Apinall-Foundation.h40101599.Hotel-Information) > > [Sandman Signature Sheffield Quays Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sheffield-Hotels-The-Quays-Hotel-Sheffield.h46197620.Hotel-Information) > > [White Hart, Exeter by Marston's Inns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Exeter-Hotels-White-Hart.h11899395.Hotel-Information) > > [The Stables Whitby](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Whitby-Hotels-The-Stables-Whitby.h23322490.Hotel-Information) > > [Samsara Retreat and Yoga - Adults Only](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Maidstone-Hotels-Samsara-Retreat-And-Yoga.h41349775.Hotel-Information) > > [Cromer Country Club](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cromer-Hotels-Cromer-Country-Club.h1927781.Hotel-Information) > > [The Skipton Hotel - Formerly Hotel Rendezvous](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Skipton-Hotels-Hotel-Rendezvous.h41466.Hotel-Information) > > [Bear Lodge - At Port Lympne Reserve](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hythe-Hotels-Bear-Lodge-Aspinall-Foundation.h40101484.Hotel-Information) > > [Exeter Rougemont hotel by Sunday](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Exeter-Hotels-Exeter-Rougemont-Hotel-By-Sunday.h7784.Hotel-Information) > > [Crow Wood Hotel & Spa Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Burnley-Hotels-Crowwood-Hotel-Spa-Resort.h38222710.Hotel-Information) > > [Skegness The Royal Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Skegness-Hotels-The-Royal-Hotel-Skegness.h23931999.Hotel-Information) > > [Soar Mill Cove Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Salcombe-Hotels-Soar-Mill-Cove-Hotel.h2042032.Hotel-Information) > > [Seven Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Southend-On-Sea-Hotels-Seven-Hotel.h19282555.Hotel-Information) > > [Chewton Glen Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/New-Milton-Hotels-Chewton-Glen-Hotel-Spa.h528432.Hotel-Information) > > [OYO Shanklin Beach Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Shanklin-Hotels-OYO-Shanklin-Beach-Hotel.h7539838.Hotel-Information) > > [DoubleTree by Hilton London Elstree](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Borehamwood-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-London-Elstree.h18549.Hotel-Information) > > [Mermaid, Ipswich by Marston's Inns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ipswich-Hotels-Mermaid.h31883430.Hotel-Information) > > [Donnington Manor Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sevenoaks-Hotels-Donnington-Manor-Hotel.h865829.Hotel-Information) > > [The Swan Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Wells-Hotels-The-Swan-Hotel.h26791.Hotel-Information) > > [The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Clacton-On-Sea-Hotels-Smugglers-Cove-By-Marstons-Inns.h35853904.Hotel-Information) > > [Yeoldon House](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bideford-Hotels-Yeoldon-House.h2764122.Hotel-Information) > > [Brock Cottage private Hot Tub DOG/Cat FRIENDLY\* with on site fishing](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pickering-Hotels-Spacious-Stone-Cottage-DOG-FRIENDLY.h36805890.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton by Hilton Canterbury](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Canterbury-Hotels-Hampton-Inn-Canterbury.h66541221.Hotel-Information) > > [Wild Rose Caravan Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Appleby-In-Westmorland-Hotels-Wild-Rose-Caravan-Park.h24459296.Hotel-Information) > > [Lock Keeper, Worksop by Marston's Inns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Worksop-Hotels-Lock-Keeper.h27479298.Hotel-Information) > > [voco Leicester by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Leicester-Hotels-Voco-Leicester.h76596043.Hotel-Information) > > [Canterbury Bell, Margate by Marston's Inns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Broadstairs-Hotels-Canterbury-Bell.h33103125.Hotel-Information) > > [Wild Thyme & Honey](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cirencester-Hotels-Wild-Thyme-Honey.h9241983.Hotel-Information) ---