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Riverside budget stay
Yha York Hostel
York
8.5Great689 reviews
A friendly, clean hostel on York's riverbank with free parking and a short scenic walk into town.
From£67per night
Hostels · North Yorkshire · United Kingdom
Hostels in York
Three hostels in York, each with its own character and price point, so you can pick the base that fits your trip.
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Riverside budget stay
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Historic & Central
7.7good5,391 reviews
Historic hostel a short walk from the station and city sights, with comfy beds and a sociable bar.
From£110per night
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Social & central
Astor York Hostel
York
8.6Great207 reviews
Friendly staff and a truly sociable common area make this Victorian hostel a smart base for exploring York.
From£15per night
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York Hostel: Where to Stay on a Budget
If you're searching for a hostel in York, you're looking at three distinct options. Astor York Hostel is the cheapest at £15 per night and has a highly social common area in a Victorian building. Yha York Hostel offers a riverside position with free parking for £67, and Safestay York Micklegate is the most central and historic at £110. Each provides a different balance of price, location, and sociability, so the best choice depends on what you value most.
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Frequently asked
What is the cheapest hostel in York?
Astor York Hostel is the most affordable at £15 per night, offering a social common area and a central location.
Which York hostel is near the train station?
Safestay York Micklegate is a short walk from the station and city sights, making it convenient for train travellers.
Are there hostels in York with parking?
Yha York Hostel provides free parking on its riverside site, a rare perk for hostel guests in the city.
Hostels in York
York's hostel scene is compact but varied, with just a handful of options that span the riverside, the historic centre, and a Victorian building near the railway station. The YHA sits on the riverbank with free parking, while Safestay York Micklegate occupies a historic property a short stroll from the station and city sights. Astor York Hostel brings a social, central vibe for those who want to meet people.
Price is where these three really differ – from £15 at Astor to £67 at YHA and £110 at Safestay – so the choice comes down to budget and atmosphere. All are within walking distance of York's main landmarks, making them practical bases for exploring the city on foot.
The bottom line
This set of three hostels suits budget-conscious travellers who want a social or riverside base in York. Astor is ideal for those prioritizing low cost and sociability, Safestay for a historic and central stay, and YHA for a quieter riverside retreat with parking. If you need more amenities or a different vibe, consider other pages on this site for hotels with parking, family-friendly options, central stays, or budget hotels in York.