Where to stay in York

Comprising 143 rooms, the 4-star Doubletree By Hilton York Hotel is near an entertainment district, 20 minutes' walk from National Railway Museum. Located a stone's throw from the 15th-century Holy Trinity Church, the hotel offers a lounge bar, a sun deck, a courtyard, and a shared lounge.

Featuring Wi-Fi in public areas, the 4-star Hotel Indigo York By Ihg sits 17 minutes' walk from the 20-acre Rowntree Park. The hotel entices guests with private car parking, available nearby.

Located only a 9-minute walk from Fairfax House, the 4-star smoke-free Moxy York Hotel offers Wi-Fi in public areas and a car park. This comfortable hotel is a good starting point for exploring York, including the much - hyped Jorvik Viking Centre, which is 0.6 km away.

Located approximately 6 km from The Balloon Tree Farm Shop, the 4-star smoke-free Sandburn Hall York hotel has 18 holes of golf. Boasting access to Breezy Knees Gardens and Nursery, about 10 minutes' drive away, the comfortable hotel includes a tennis court and a picnic area providing guests with air-conditioned rooms.

The grand 4-star Grays Court Hotel York, situated only 1.5 km from National Railway Museum, offers a shared lounge and a golf course. Boasting an à la carte restaurant, the smoke-free hotel is available not far from the much-hyped Jorvik Viking Centre.

The 3-star smoke-free Holiday Inn Express York By Ihg is located near the historical district of York about 10 minutes by car from Coney Street. The inviting inn features cars for rent, as well as Wi-Fi in public areas.