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A room with a large arched window, a bench, two chairs, and a table with a vase.

A historic building with a tower and brick walls, surrounded by a well-maintained garden with various flowers.

A window with a view of a historic building and a well-maintained garden.

A spacious room with a wooden floor, a round table with a vase of flowers, and a seating area with chairs and a sofa.

1. Grays Court

City Centre, 0.3 mi from York Observatory

Mark

£248

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A historic brick building with a tower, a bridge, and a canal.

A hotel room with a bed, a blue armchair, a brick wall, a window, and a framed picture on the wall.

A room with a large window, a brick wall, and a white door.

A neatly made bed with pillows, a lamp, and a folded towel on a bed in a room with a brick wall and a television.

2. Riverside Studios

City Centre, 0.6 mi from York Observatory

Lynn

£184

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A bathroom with a wooden door, a round mirror, a lamp, and a vase with flowers on a shelf.

A dining table with yellow chairs, a potted plant, a bottle of champagne, and a glass of orange juice.

A glass table with a wine bottle, glasses, and decorative star-shaped objects.

A living room with a flat-screen TV, a glass coffee table, a sofa, and a brick wall.

3. Serenity Inn the City

City Centre, 0.6 mi from York Observatory

Helen

£290

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A vanity with three mirrors, a lamp, and a tissue box on a wooden vanity.

A vanity with a mirror, lights, and a hairdryer.

A red brick building with a tower, a sign indicating private parking, and a gated entrance.

A room with a TV mounted on the wall, a wooden dining table with chairs, a bed, and a small table with a kettle and cups.

4. Tower Guest House

0.8 mi from York Observatory

Labib

£91

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A grand lobby with a marble floor, a staircase, and ornate columns.

A restaurant with multiple dining tables and chairs, a bar area, and a kitchen in the background.

A lobby with a patterned sofa, a large potted plant, and a marble floor.

A modern indoor swimming pool with a central spiral sculpture, surrounded by wooden walls and a glass ceiling.

5. The Grand, York

Bishophill, 0.2 mi from York Observatory

David

£168

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A bedroom with a large bed, a chair, a TV, and a view of autumn leaves through the windows.

A room with a large window, a chair, a lamp, and a mirror.

A brick building with a window overlooking a street.

A building entrance with a bicycle parked outside.

6. No.1 by GuestHouse, York

Clifton, 0.3 mi from York Observatory

Laura

£126

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A room with a dining table set for two, a fireplace, a large mirror, and a window with a 'VACANCIES' sign visible outside.

A two-story stone building with a sloped roof, a large window, and a garage door.

A bedroom with a skylight, a bed with white and mustard-colored bedding, two bedside tables with lamps, and a wooden hanger rack.

A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a sink, and a stove.

7. The Apple House

South Bank, 0.6 mi from York Observatory

Alison

£86

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A dining area with a table set for two, a chair, a window with curtains, and a table lamp.

A neatly arranged bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a wardrobe, and a chair.

A brick building with a sign reading "enjoyEngland.com" and a large bush of pink hydrangeas in front.

A brick building with a red door, windows with white frames, and hanging flower baskets.

8. Barbican House

Fishergate, 0.8 mi from York Observatory

Paul

£129

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A neatly arranged bedroom with a tufted headboard, a bed with blue and white bedding, a leather armchair, and a bedside table with a lamp and a mirror.

A bathroom vanity with a gold mirror, a vase of flowers, a lamp, and a sign with a Wi-Fi password.

A breakfast buffet with various food items and condiments.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, two brown cushions, a glass coffee table, a Marshall stereo, a small stool, and a large window with curtains.

9. Ashbourne House

Fishergate, 1.5 mi from York Observatory

Nicola

£85

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a desk with a chair.

A traditional brick building with a sign for the Hotel Minster Hotel.

A hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a red carpet, and chandeliers.

A reception area with a wooden desk, a black and white patterned wall, a chandelier, and a red carpeted floor.

10. The Minster Hotel York

Bootham, 0.2 mi from York Observatory

Kathryn

£109

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A spacious dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a large wall clock, and decorative plants.

A woman arranging a table with a glass top and a potted plant in a modern lobby with purple chairs and a staircase.

A bar area with wooden bar counter, stools, and a menu stand.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a chair, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a skylight above the bed.

11. Dean Court Hotel

City Centre, 0.2 mi from York Observatory

Sandy

£129

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A staircase with a wooden railing and a hanging light fixture with clear glass shades.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a round mirror on the wall and a plant on the desk.

A spacious living room with a chandelier, a map on the wall, and a large window.

A bar area with shelves of liquor bottles, glasses, and a refrigerated display case.

12. Jorvik House

Bootham, 0.1 mi from York Observatory

Nicola

£90

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A four-poster bed with white linens and towels, a bedside table with a lamp, and a nightstand with a mirror and a remote control.

A dining area with multiple tables set for service, wooden chairs, and a patterned carpet.

A large, historic building with a prominent arched entrance labeled "ASCOT HOUSE."

A staircase with a patterned carpet, a wooden chair, a table with a lamp, and a vase of flowers.

13. Ascot House

Layerthorpe, 1 mi from York Observatory

Mark

£133

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A dining area with wooden chairs, tables set for a meal, and a chandelier.

A hallway with white walls, wooden trim, and a red carpet. There are framed mirrors and a door with a glass panel.

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a window with curtains.

A brick building with a sign for 'St. Mary's Guest House' and a phone number.

14. St Mary's Guest House

Clifton, 0.2 mi from York Observatory

Chris

£108

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern bar area with a tiled backsplash, bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

A restaurant interior with wooden tables and chairs, hanging pendant lights, and shelves with bottles.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a television, and a brick wall.

A spiral staircase with a geometric patterned floor and a central seating area.

15. Hotel Indigo York by IHG

City Centre, 0.7 mi from York Observatory

Rebecca

£107

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A restaurant with round tables, green chairs, and a ceiling garden.

The entrance of Hotel du Vin with a green door, two potted topiaries, and a sign above the door.

A wedding venue with rows of wooden chairs, a central aisle with floral decorations, and a brick wall backdrop.

A grand staircase with a dark carpet, flanked by white columns with floral arrangements, leading to a landing with a large window.

16. Hotel du Vin & Bistro York

South Bank, 0.6 mi from York Observatory

David

£95

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern building with large glass windows and a neon sign.

A modern lounge with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a chessboard.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and potted plants.

A modern interior with a plush seating area, a visible 'MOXY' sign, and hanging lights.

17. Moxy York

City Centre, 0.6 mi from York Observatory

Allyson

£86

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A spacious lobby with a checkered floor, a grand staircase, and a chandelier.

A cozy attic bedroom with a sloped ceiling, a bed, a desk, a chair, and a television.

A library with leather chairs, bookshelves, and a dog.

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, some with red cushions. There are string lights and umbrellas providing lighting.

18. The Churchill Hotel

Clifton, 0.3 mi from York Observatory

Melanie

£81

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A large, white, multi-story building with a symmetrical facade, featuring multiple windows and a central entrance.

A Christmas tree in a room with a green carpet and a curtain on the left.

A dining table set with cutlery, a bottle of Footsteps wine, a candle, and a menu.

A hanging flower basket with a variety of flowers in front of a brick building with a white door and a brown shutter. A sign with the number "3" is visible on the wall.

19. Wheatlands Lodge Hotel

South Bank, 0.7 mi from York Observatory

Linda

£97

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern hotel room with a bed, seating area, kitchenette, and a large window with curtains.

A modern building with a wooden deck and a glass door leading to an outdoor seating area.

A modern building with a brick facade, large windows, and a sign that reads "Roomz".

A modern dining area with a glass table and bar stools, a decorative tree centerpiece, and a high ceiling with recessed lighting.

20. Roomzzz York City

South Bank, 0.8 mi from York Observatory

PAUL

£87

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to York Observatory

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Grays Court	10.0 Exceptional 134 reviews	View
Riverside Studios	10.0 Exceptional 14 reviews	View
Serenity Inn the City	10.0 Exceptional 8 reviews	View
Tower Guest House	9.8 Exceptional 180 reviews	View
The Grand, York	9.6 Exceptional 1,184 reviews	View

Top York Observatory Hotel Reviews

Dean Court Hotel

8/10 Good

"Efficient and friendly staff. Clean amenities. Meals were excellent."

Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel was very clean and included breakfast. It was more than I expected for the price"

The Milner York

10/10 Excellent

"Great property next to the railway station Perfect for exploring York"

The Grand, York

10/10 Excellent

"We have stayed at The Grand 3 times now and it is always excellemt. From the lovely, clean, well equipped rooms to the friendly, professional staff who can't do enough for you, a stay at The Grand is guaranteed match all your expectations"

Radisson Hotel York

8/10 Good

"Very well located hotel. Good room & excellent staff. Nice bar & very good breakfast. Limited parking & a very small fitness gym are weaknesses which may be an issue for some travellers."

The Minster Hotel York

8/10 Good

"Fantastic location and very helpful staff. Mattress and pillows could use an update but overall good experience."

DoubleTree by Hilton York

8/10 Good

"Parking not enough spaces at hotel charges were too expensive £25 per day stayed Friday 18:00 until 09:00 Sunday charged £50 not happy"

Moxy York

8/10 Good

"Great location. Comfortable Miss having shelves or drawers of any sort to organize our clothes. A couple hangers in a wall, that’s it."

Hocus Pocus Tiny Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"So cool! Great location. Loved it ❤️"

Other attractions near York Observatory

A pathway lined with flowers and trees, leading to a building with a tower.

Yorkshire Museum Gardens

9.4/10 (8 reviews)

Relax in a tranquil park that houses one of the most popular museums in York and offers peaceful lawns that border the River Ouse.

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A classical building with columns, a green door, and a flower bed with tulips.

Yorkshire Museum

8.8/10 (3 reviews)

Examine a Viking sword from 1,000 years ago, Roman and medieval remnants and the skeletons of extinct animals in this revered museum.

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A historic stone building with arched windows and intricate carvings.

St. Mary's Abbey

8.0/10 (1 review)

Once one of the wealthiest abbeys in the country, the millennium-old ruins of this historic building are now surrounded by a charming park.

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Multangular Tower

Learn about the local history of Bootham when you take a trip to Multangular Tower. Visit the shops and lively bars in this family-friendly area.

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Hospitium

Learn about the local history of Bootham when you spend time at Hospitium. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this romantic area.

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Gatehall

Learn about the local history of Bootham when you take a trip to Gatehall. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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York Central Library

You can learn about the history of Bootham with a stop at York Central Library. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this romantic area.

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St Mary's Lodge

Learn about the local history of Bootham when you take a trip to St Mary's Lodge. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around York Observatory?

York Observatory is located in a historic area of Bootham known for its major shopping area and top museums. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 990 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to York Observatory?

Adjacent to York Observatory, Radisson Hotel York is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness centre. Other good choices close by include The Grand, York and Malmaison York.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to York Observatory?

Expedia has 990 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from York Observatory.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near York Observatory, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals near York Observatory.

What can I see and do near York Observatory?

You'll want to browse the collections at National Railway Museum, Jorvik Viking Centre and Merchant Adventurers' Hall. Explore landmarks like St. Mary's Abbey, Bootham Bar and York Minster. You can catch a show at York Theatre Royal, York Grand Opera House and York Barbican.

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Our top choices for York Observatory hotels

1. Grays Court

2. Riverside Studios

3. Serenity Inn the City

4. Tower Guest House

5. The Grand, York

6. No.1 by GuestHouse, York

7. The Apple House

8. Barbican House

9. Ashbourne House

10. The Minster Hotel York

11. Dean Court Hotel

12. Jorvik House

13. Ascot House

14. St Mary's Guest House

15. Hotel Indigo York by IHG

16. Hotel du Vin & Bistro York

17. Moxy York

18. The Churchill Hotel

19. Wheatlands Lodge Hotel

20. Roomzzz York City

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Top York Observatory Hotel Reviews

Dean Court Hotel

Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly

The Milner York

The Grand, York

Radisson Hotel York

The Minster Hotel York

DoubleTree by Hilton York

Moxy York

Hocus Pocus Tiny Hotel

Other attractions near York Observatory

Yorkshire Museum Gardens

Yorkshire Museum

St. Mary's Abbey

Multangular Tower

Hospitium

Gatehall

York Central Library

St Mary's Lodge

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