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Historic & central
Guy Fawkes Inn ★★★★
York Inn
8.1Great1,086 reviews
Historic inn with excellent location and dining – walk to York Minster, enjoy a four-poster bed.
From£150per night
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Inns in York
We reviewed 16 inns in York across every price band and picked the 100 best-rated for you.
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Historic & central
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Central & cosy
Waggon And Horses ★★★
York Inn
8.9Great2,041 reviews
A friendly pub hotel near York's centre with free parking, hearty breakfasts, and rooms praised for comfort and cleanliness.
From£51per night
T
Central & Characterful
The Fat Badger ★★★★
York Inn
8.3Great946 reviews
Stay right in the centre of York, above a pub with a rooftop bar and garden, and wake up to a hearty breakfast.
From£83per night
O
Guest favourite
Old Grey Mare
York Inn
8.9Great121 reviews
Exceptional staff and free parking make this York stay a reliable pick.
From£94per night
M
Pub with charm
Masons Arms ★★★★
York Inn
8.6Great838 reviews
A characterful pub-hotel with a river beer garden, home-cooked food, and a location that puts York's sights within a short stroll.
From£101per night
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York – Heworth
The Nags Head York ★★★
York Inn
7.4Very good357 reviews
Friendly staff, free parking, and a relaxed base for exploring York – at a fair price.
From£55per night
T
City-center value
The Lighthorseman ★★★
York Inn
7Very good
A dependable 3-star inn with a full English breakfast, free parking, and easy access to the city center.
From£46per night
T
Central York
The Saddle Inn ★★★★★
York Inn
7.9Very good791 reviews
Friendly staff and a central York address, but guest scores suggest the experience may not match the 5-star billing.
From£46per night
T
Live Music Pub
The White Horse ★★★
York Inn
8Great384 reviews
Live music, a lively pub, and a central York location — all within walking distance of the Minster and city walls.
From£60per night
T
Central & Walkable
The Watergate Inn ★★★
York Inn
7.4Very good2,420 reviews
A small, smoke-free inn with a garden and terrace, an 8-minute walk from York Minster and close to shops and dining.
From£41per night
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Adults-only
Bay Horse
York Inn
8.4Great822 reviews
Free parking, spotless rooms and a friendly local pub vibe — all a short stroll from York's centre.
From£86per night
T
Free parking
The Victoria Hotel ★★★
York Inn
8.3Great808 reviews
A traditional York hotel with free parking and a restaurant, a 13-minute walk from the city's historic sights.
From£31per night
B
Family-friendly
Black Swan
York Inn
8Great158 reviews
A comfortable York retreat with free parking and easy access to the National Railway Museum.
From£83per night
T
Free parking
The Bay Horse Hotel - York ★★★
York
7.8good700 reviews
A straightforward York inn with free parking, a pub downstairs, and hearty breakfasts – a reliable base for exploring the city.
From£70per night
T
Pub stay
8.8Great188 reviews
Newly renovated rooms above a lively village pub, with easy bus access to York and breakfast pastries a bonus.
From£76per night
T
High-rated stay
The Black Horse Inn
York Inn
9.1Perfect34 reviews
A top-rated York inn with free parking, pet-friendly rooms, and a cosy bar.
From£159per night
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Pubs with Rooms in York
The classic York pub-with-rooms is a sociable base: a proper bar downstairs, comfortable bedrooms above. Waggon And Horses (rated 8.9) is the standout for comfort and cleanliness, with free parking and hearty breakfasts from £51. The Fat Badger sits right in the centre above a lively pub, with a rooftop bar and garden from £83. For a cheaper option, The Watergate Inn offers a smoke-free, garden terrace and an 8-minute stroll to the Minster, from just £41.
Pubs with accommodation in York city centre
If you want to be in the thick of it, these central pubs deliver. Guy Fawkes Inn is as historic as it gets – a 4-star inn with four-poster beds, a restaurant, and York Minster within a short walk (from £150). The White Horse brings live music and a central location near the Minster and city walls, from £60. For a characterful stay with a river beer garden, Masons Arms is a stroll from the sights and starts at £101.
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Frequently asked
how much does it cost to stay at an inn in york
Nightly rates at York inns vary widely: budget options start around £31 (The Victoria Hotel) and £41 (The Watergate Inn), while mid-range stays often cost £55–£101. For a premium historic experience, expect to pay around £150 or more at places like Guy Fawkes Inn or The Black Horse Inn.
which inns in york have free parking
Several York inns offer free parking, including Waggon And Horses, Old Grey Mare, The Nags Head York, The Lighthorseman, Bay Horse, The Victoria Hotel, Black Swan, and The Bay Horse Hotel – York. This is a real bonus if you’re driving, as central parking can be pricey.
which inn in york is closest to york minster
Guy Fawkes Inn is the one to beat – it’s described as having an excellent location for walking to York Minster. The Watergate Inn is an 8-minute walk away. Other central options like The Fat Badger and The White Horse are also within easy walking distance of the Minster.
are there any pet-friendly inns in york
Yes, The Black Horse Inn is pet-friendly and also offers free parking and a cosy bar. It’s a top-rated option (9.1), so if you’re travelling with a dog, this could be a great pick.
Inns in York
York’s inns are a breed apart: they pair the city’s medieval heartbeat with the warmth of a proper pub. You’ll find them tucked down alleys near York Minster, along the river with beer gardens, and on the edges where free parking is a godsend. Whether you’re after a four-poster bed in a historic coaching inn or a no-fuss room above a locals’ boozer, these properties are as varied as the city’s own layers.
The money buys real differences: at the budget end, rooms start around £31–£51, often with free parking and a hearty breakfast; at the top, expect £150+ for a stay in a landmark building. Many are centrally located, so you can walk to the Shambles, the city walls and the National Railway Museum. A handful extend beyond the tight centre, where a quieter night and a secure car park come standard. Note that a couple of options are technically hotels, but they’re pub-stays at heart, so we’ve included them here.
The bottom line
If you want the quintessential York experience – a pint downstairs, a snug room upstairs, and the city’s history right outside – these inns are for you. They suit couples and solo travellers who value character over chains. If you need more family-friendly amenities, a specific star rating, or a self-catering space, check our dedicated pages for family hotels, 3-star or 4-star hotels, or holiday homes and villas in York. Those looking for a broader selection or budget-focused stays will find more options in our main York hotels and cheap and budget hotels pages.