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The Lighthorseman

3.0 star property

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Apartment, Private Bathroom | Lounge
Bar (on property)
Double Room, Ensuite (four-poster -)
Miscellaneous
Exterior

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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124 Fulford Road, York, England, YO10 4BE
  • Place, York Barbican
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Jorvik Viking Centre
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Shambles
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room, Ensuite

Double Room, Ensuite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, Ensuite (Small)

Double Room, Ensuite (Small)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(33 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Single Room, Ensuite

Single Room, Ensuite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Twin Room, Ensuite

Twin Room, Ensuite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Double Room, Ensuite (four-poster -)

Double Room, Ensuite (four-poster -)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Apartment, Private Bathroom

Apartment, Private Bathroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

York

Located in Fishergate within a short walk of Shambles, The Lighthorseman is within a mile (2 km) of other popular sights such as York Minster. This 10-room, 3-star inn has a restaurant and a bar/lounge, along with free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • York Barbican - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Jorvik Viking Centre - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • York City Walls - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Shambles - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • University of York - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • York (QQY-York Train Station) - 9 min drive
  • Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Postern Gate - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Rook & Gaskill - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Masons Arms - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Pig and Pastry - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Rose & Crown - ‬11 min walk

About this property

The Lighthorseman

At The Lighthorseman, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas and an arcade/game room. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. Multilingual staff is on hand to answer questions.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 12.50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • High chair

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

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 English breakfast: approximately GBP 12.50 per person

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, debit card, or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as 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.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

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Frequently asked questions

What can I see close to The Lighthorseman?

This inn is situated in Fishergate within a 10-minute walk of York Barbican and Walmgate Bar. You'll also find Shambles and York Minster within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at The Lighthorseman?

As of Mar 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Lighthorseman on Mar 23, 2026 start from $73, including 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.

Will I be able to park at The Lighthorseman?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the inn.

Does The Lighthorseman include a casino at the property?

No, The Lighthorseman doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Lighthorseman?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at The Lighthorseman?

Couples staying at this inn will appreciate amenities like a restaurant plus some guestrooms include a kitchen and free WiFi.

Does The Lighthorseman have a hot tub?

No, this inn doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Lighthorseman feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Lighthorseman serves an English breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will The Lighthorseman allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Lighthorseman though service animals are welcome.

Does The Lighthorseman have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this inn.

Where is the closest airport to The Lighthorseman?

The closest major airport to The Lighthorseman is Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford), which is about 24.4 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Lighthorseman?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at The Lighthorseman that offer a balcony.

The Lighthorseman Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 435 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 375 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 122 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 1001 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Maxine

Traveled with family
Yes room was comfortable and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Bridget

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very conveniently located in York, good size room, pleasant staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gordon

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spotless and very comfy. The staff were amazing going the extra mile to help. Breakfast was fab best I’ve had for a long time
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

david

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
excellent host's,friendly staff ,rooms very clean,food good, would go back again 10/10 .well done.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Shiona M

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
A bit run down, but clean enough. The landlord was very prompt and helpful but the bar was woeful. Needs some love.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Paul Francis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bar offered a wide selection of beers and spirits, breakfast was very good and good portions.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness
Room was in good condition but unfortunately due to the location of the room, all you hear during the night is people walking up and down the stairs and slamming the heavy doors. Also when someone ran a tap / flushed the toilet, there was a very loud noise of water gushing through pipework. This woke us both up numerous times throughout the night and with the bathroom door only closing properly by a latch on the inside, there was no way to drown this out. Wouldn't stay again unfortunately due to not being able to have more than 3 hours sleep in total.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, lovely building, freshly cooked breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Claire

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location for the barbican (5 min walk) and only a 10-15 minute walk to the centre of York. Bathroom was a little dated but shower was hot and heating in room worked well! Main downside was one of the windows didn't shut properly so road noise was quite loud (room 7).
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great place to stay, short walk into the city centre. Staff were lovely and helpful. Room was great too. The whole place has bundles of character.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Friendly staff and clean rooms, recommend the breakfast and location to city ctr takes 10 mins to walk.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Derek

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

JOSE LUIS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent option to stay in York. Near the downtown and roman walls.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Once again (here 3years ago) we had an excellent stay. the Owner and his staff were excellent. Room very comfy and this time the added bonus of able to enjoy meals and fine wines and beer. The Pub/Hotel so convenient to walk into York centre.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hugh

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
👍👍👍
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent location for the price. Really nice breakfast and a nice bar too. Would highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Francis

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was basic but clean. Staff were excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Friendly , made very welcome , food was delicious. Room was more than adequate. A bit of a walk to city centre but I think it felt longer as it was really really cold weather , would have been a nice walk otherwise.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Janet

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff very pleasant. Room basic but clean but we only paid for basic as we only stayed for 1 night
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Heather

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I think this was our third year here, staying to attend a festival at the Fulford Arms, 5 mins walk away. Its convenient, has parking, is close to everything we need. The only negative is lack of hooks or shelves in the bathroom. We brought a small camping table with us this year. The bathroom is pretty big, a shelving unit and hooks would be easy to add...
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Nik

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sadie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very friendly easy to find. Lovely room and pub about 15 min walk to the centre with parking on site made it ideal for a trip to the Christmas market. Will definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

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