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Safestay York Micklegate

3.0 star property
Georgian hostel with a 24-hour front desk and a bar

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior entrance
Interior entrance
Bar (on property)

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

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Micklegate House, 88-90 Micklegate, York, England, YO1 6JX
  • Place, York Christmas Market
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Shambles
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, York Minster
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Room options

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Triple Room Ensuite | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room Ensuite

  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room Ensuite

  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Quadruple Room Shared Bathroom

  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dorm Ensuite

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 6 Twin Beds

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Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dorm Ensuite

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 8 Twin Beds

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Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dorm Ensuite

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 10 Twin Beds

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Bed in 12-Bed Mixed Dorm Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 12 Twin Beds

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Double Room Ensuite | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dorm Shared Bathroom

  • 141 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Quadruple Room Ensuite

  • 10 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Bed in 8-Bed Female Dorm Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 8 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dorm Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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8-Bed Private Room Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Bed in 10-Bed Female Dorm Ensuite

  • Sleeps 1
  • 5 Twin Bunk Beds

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Bed in 8-Bed Male Dorm Ensuite

  • Sleeps 1
  • 8 Twin Beds

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Bed in 6-Bed Female Dorm Ensuite

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Bed in 6-Bed Male Dorm Ensuite

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Bed in 2-Bed Female Dorm Ensuite

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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12-Bed Private Room Ensuite

  • Sleeps 12
  • 6 Twin Bunk Beds

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10-Bed Private Room Ensuite

  • Sleeps 10
  • 5 Twin Bunk Beds

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8-Bed Private Room Ensuite

  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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6-Bed Private Room Ensuite

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

About the neighborhood

York

Located in Bishophill, Safestay York Micklegate is a leisurely stroll from popular sights such as Shambles and York Minster. This 151-room, 3-star hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like a bar/lounge, free in-room WiFi, and a terrace.
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What's nearby

  • York Christmas Market - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Jorvik Viking Centre - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • York City Walls - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Shambles - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • York Minster - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • York (QQY-York Train Station) - 6 min walk
  • Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Society Lounge & Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Ackhorne Inn - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Falcon. - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The 1906 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪BrewDog York - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Safestay York Micklegate

Georgian hostel with a 24-hour front desk and a bar
A local mainstay since 1752, Safestay York Micklegate offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace, and laundry facilities. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with dry cleaning/laundry, securing valuables, and tours or tickets. Additional amenities include a TV in a common area and a water dispenser.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Safes are also included.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 6 for adults and GBP 6 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1752
  • Georgian architecture
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 6 for adults and GBP 6 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Safestay York Hostel
Safestay Hostel
Safestay York
Safestay
Ace York - Boutique Hotel York

Frequently asked questions

What can I see close to Safestay York Micklegate?

This hostel is situated in Bishophill within a short 9-minute walk of Shambles and also 11 minutes on foot from York Minster. You'll also find Micklegate Bar and York Grand Opera House less than a mile away.

How much does it cost to stay at Safestay York Micklegate?

As of Dec 2, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Safestay York Micklegate on Dec 4, 2025 start from $73.08, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available on site at Safestay York Micklegate?

No, there isn't parking available at the hostel.

Does Safestay York Micklegate have a casino at the property?

No, Safestay York Micklegate doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Safestay York Micklegate?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

What do couples enjoy most about Safestay York Micklegate?

Couples staying at this hostel will appreciate amenities like a bar and a terrace plus some rooms include city views.

Does Safestay York Micklegate have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hostel.

Does Safestay York Micklegate have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Safestay York Micklegate serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its snack bar.

Will Safestay York Micklegate allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Safestay York Micklegate though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Safestay York Micklegate?

No, this hostel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Safestay York Micklegate?

The closest major airport to Safestay York Micklegate is Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford), which is about 24 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Safestay York Micklegate?

No, there aren't any rooms with balconies at Safestay York Micklegate.

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