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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Property highlights

Situated in the real heart of York, this property has an excellent location score of 9.1

Breakfast info

Buffet


Availability

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1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
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1 bunk bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
1 single bed
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1 double bed
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
4 bunk beds
1 double bed
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8 single beds
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
6 bunk beds
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3 bunk beds
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Ian
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Bang in the center of everything could trow a stone and hit 5 pubs brilliant as well as all the shops .
Rebecca
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Location is fantastic. Staff are absolutely lovely. Curtains round beds!!
Shawn
United Kingdom United Kingdom
The bed was that compfy I slept in and missed Breaki. 😒 It was just a stop over this time so didn't spend any time in there except to sleep. Did have a nice bar area and do plan on stopping again and maybe spend a bit more time in there and get up...
Diana
Georgia Georgia
the place is great, old rich house with great interior, great location, clean rooms and beds, quite comfortable (except high stairs with no elevator), nice helpful staff. breakfast was good too, though nothing special.
Ronreid
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Good, clean hostel with plenty of spaces to relax Staff spoke to someone who was constantly making loud telephone calls in the dorm room - well done Safestay. 👏 Beautiful building just a few steps from city wall access. Recommended
Ronreid
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Everything was smooth and efficient. Good bed and comfy room.
Ana
Spain Spain
In my case it was worthy for the money I paid. In my room all beds had their own plug.
Kornélia
United Kingdom United Kingdom
It was amazingly good for a hostel! I'd definitely book a female dormitory again, I don't like the idea of a mixed one. Staff were amazing, 24/7 on the reception, always helped and gave hot water. I felt very safe, even to leave my stuff in the...
Jayne
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Had a great stay, hostel is ideally placed between the train station and the centre of York. Comfortable private room, nice and quiet. Friendly staff. Would stay again.
Josphine
United Kingdom United Kingdom
I met courteous staff who was ready to listen to feedback

Property surroundings

Food & Drink

Breakfast

  • Very good breakfast included with all options.
  • Served daily
    07:00 to 10:00
  • Menu style
    Buffet
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House rules

Safestay York Micklegate takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

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.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
VisaMastercard Cash is not accepted

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This Hostel operates a 10-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 that there is no guest kitchen facility for cooking.

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.