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Dorm beds in York, United Kingdom range from $17 to $66/night over the next 3 months. HostelHawk tracks 3 properties. Cheapest upcoming dates: Jul 5, Jul 6, Jul 7.

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Hostel prices in York, United Kingdom

A typical dorm night in York runs about $28.

Across the upcoming months, July tends to be the cheapest month (from $17/night) and August the most expensive (from $28/night).

At $17/night and up, York is one of the more affordable hostel destinations in United Kingdom.

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Local knowledge for York

Where to stay

Most hostels cluster along or just off Micklegate, a short walk from York station, or around Gillygate on the north side of the city walls. Both put the Shambles, York Minster, and the riverside walk along the Ouse within easy reach on foot.

Getting around

  • The National Railway Museum on Leeman Road is free and genuinely worth two or three hours, not just a rainy-day fallback.
  • Walk the city walls for free. The full circuit takes about two hours and gives you roof-level views of the Minster and the medieval street layout that no ground-level walk replicates.
  • Eat on Fossgate rather than anywhere directly adjacent to the Shambles. The restaurants are a five-minute walk apart but the prices are noticeably different.

When to go

January and February are the quietest and cheapest months; hostels fill up in July and August, then again in late November and early December when the York Christmas Market (St Nicholas Fair) takes over Parliament Street and St Sampson's Square.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a hostel in York cost per night?

Dorm beds in York currently range from $17 to $66/night based on the next 3 months of availability.

When are the cheapest dates to book a hostel in York?

Based on current data, the cheapest upcoming dates for hostels in York are July 5, July 6, July 7.

How many hostels does HostelHawk track in York?

HostelHawk currently tracks 3 hostels in York, United Kingdom.

What's the cheapest month to book a hostel in York?

Based on current availability, July has the lowest hostel prices in York, with dorm beds from $17/night.

Is York affordable compared to other hostel cities in United Kingdom?

York is one of the more affordable hostel destinations in United Kingdom, with dorm prices starting from $17/night.

Where do backpackers stay in York?

Most hostels cluster along or just off Micklegate, a short walk from York station, or around Gillygate on the north side of the city walls. Both put the Shambles, York Minster, and the riverside walk along the Ouse within easy reach on foot.

What is the best time of year to visit York?

January and February are the quietest and cheapest months; hostels fill up in July and August, then again in late November and early December when the York Christmas Market (St Nicholas Fair) takes over Parliament Street and St Sampson's Square.