About this property
Set in a Georgian town house, Safestay York Micklegate offers spacious rooms with original features, free WiFi and views across historical York. York Railway Station is 300 metres away. The hostel features wonderful exposed beams, grand fireplaces and hand-carved ceilings. Safestay York Micklegate has private bedrooms and bright and airy dormitories, all with personal reading lights and orthopaedic mattresses. Private rooms also have air conditioning and a personal safe. Continental breakfasts are served daily in the dining room, which features elegant chandeliers and banquet tables. There is also a lively bar at the reception, serving bottled beers and ciders. The property overlooks Micklegate and the city’s medieval walls. York Minster is a 10-minute walk away, and the picturesque Shambles shopping area is just half a mile away.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Bar
- Terrace
Availability
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1 extra-large double bed | ||
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1 single bed and 1 double bed | ||
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1 bunk bed | ||
4 bunk beds | ||
1 double bed and 2 bunk beds | ||
8 single beds | ||
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1 bunk bed | ||
1 bunk bed | ||
6 bunk beds | ||
5 bunk beds | ||
4 bunk beds | ||
3 bunk beds |
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Amanda
United Kingdom“Beautiful old building. Nice and clean. Very welcoming staff. Really cheap price for a city centre. Perfect location for exploring York - entrance point to the city walls just down the street.” - Douglas
Philippines“Room number 15 was on the top floor. Me and my family don't mind walking upstairs so we were very happy to see that we had beautiful wooden support beams and a wonderfully converted loft mini pension. The furniture matched decoration was sturdy...” - Tom United Kingdom“I liked dawa she always got me a bottom bunk when needed I'm gonna miss her and Gyembo”
- Callum United Kingdom“I liked how polite the staff were and very helpful always on hand 24 hours of the day Yakub especially was on hand to help”
- Robin
New Zealand“The whole experience at Safestay Micklegate House was fantastic. Very clean, beautifully designed communal areas, and incredibly friendly reception staff. My room was in the wine cellar with exposed brickwork and stone floors – stunning...” - Sakharova United Kingdom“Location, atmosphere, service . Highly recommend 👌”
- Matthew United Kingdom“The bed was surprisingly comfortable, the cafe was pleasant to sit and relax, plus good prices too. The staff were really friendly and there was a good range of food on offer (although I didn't try any myself)”
- Diane United Kingdom“Amazing location Amazing staff Room clean & comfy Amazing price Will be 100% returning Thank you 😀”
David United Kingdom“Clean fresh room very nice staff . Lovely coffee from the bar .. Good all round vibe . Very safe . Very cool building Been coming regularly for 5 years.”- Scrivener United Kingdom“As a first time staying in a YHA . It exceeded my expectations. A great place in a great City..I liked the curtains around each bunk.”
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House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
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Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine print
This Hostel operates a 14-day maximum stay policy within a 90-day period.
A Passport or driver’s licence is required for check-in. Student cards are not accepted.
The guest making the booking must be over 18. Under 18s can stay in a private room with a parent or guardian but cannot be accommodated in shared dormitories.
Bookings of 10 or more people are subject to different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Beds in the same dormitory room cannot be guaranteed.
Please note there is no guest kitchen facility to cook.
No outside alcohol is allowed at all.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
