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The Watergate Inn

Property class: 3

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A restaurant interior with wooden tables and chairs, a large mirror, and decorative wall panels.
A living room with a grey sofa, a small table, a wooden cabinet, a TV, and a bed with floral bedding.
A bedroom with a bed, dresser, vanity, and a large mirror.
A narrow street with red brick buildings, outdoor seating, and a clear sky.
A living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a bed with a headboard. There is a ceiling fan, a window with curtains, and a plant.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Bar

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24 Walmgate, York, England, YO1 9TJ
  • Place, York City Walls
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Shambles
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, York Christmas Market
    ‪5 min walk‬

Room options

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A bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a white sink with a towel, and a mirror above the sink.

Double Room, Ensuite

7.0 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a toilet, and a marble-patterned wall.

Comfort Double Room, Ensuite (Small Double Room )

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A bathroom with a white sink, a blue towel, and a glass shower enclosure.

Single Room, Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a sink with a blue towel, and a mirror on the wall.

Twin Room, Ensuite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A bathroom with a toilet, sink, and shower.

Triple Room, Ensuite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A bathroom with a shower, toilet, and sink.

Quadruple Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a bed with a headboard. There is a ceiling fan, a window with curtains, and a plant.

Suite, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Twin Beds and 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

About the neighborhood

York

Located in City Centre, The Watergate Inn is within a 5-minute walk of popular attractions such as Shambles and York City Walls. This 13-room, 3-star inn offers guests a bar/lounge.
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What's nearby

  • York City Walls - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Jorvik Viking Centre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Shambles - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • York Christmas Market - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • York Minster - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • York Station - 15 min walk
  • Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Stonebow - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Spring Espresso - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Rise - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Red Lion - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Cresci Pizzeria - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Watergate Inn

The Watergate Inn features free WiFi in public areas and a picnic area. Staff members can help with accommodation requests, and provide luggage storage. Additional amenities include wedding services and barbecue grills.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an access code
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-8:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM

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.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to see within easy reach of The Watergate Inn?

This inn is situated in City Centre, just steps from Shambles and York City Walls, and within a short walk of York Christmas Market. You'll also find York Minster and Merchant Adventurers' Hall less than a mile away.

How much does it cost to stay at The Watergate Inn?

As of Oct 31, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Watergate Inn on Nov 1, 2026 start from $100, 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.

Is parking available on site at The Watergate Inn?

No, this inn doesn't offer parking.

Does The Watergate Inn have a casino on the premises?

No, The Watergate Inn doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Watergate Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Watergate Inn?

Couples staying at this inn will appreciate amenities like a bar/lounge plus some guestrooms include a canal view and free WiFi.

Are there hot tubs at The Watergate Inn?

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

Does The Watergate Inn have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, The Watergate Inn doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will The Watergate Inn allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at The Watergate Inn.

Are there connecting rooms at The Watergate Inn?

No, this inn doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to The Watergate Inn?

The closest major airport to The Watergate Inn is Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford), which is about 24.5 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Watergate Inn?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at The Watergate Inn.

Does The Watergate Inn host weddings?

If you plan to exchange vows during your trip, consider the wedding services available at The Watergate Inn.

The Watergate Inn Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 92 out of 331 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 111 out of 331 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 61 out of 331 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 331 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 331 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room clean and tidy, staff helpful great location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was fine, but there was no hot water and sometimes no water in the shower. It was a little loud, as it was right above a restaurant and sports watching venue.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the charm and character of this inn. They provided toiletries and towels. There was a kettle in the room with some tea bags and instant coffee, which I really appreciated. Comfy bed. Will definitely consider staying there again next time I am in York.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Rooms are a bit dated but good price for location and parking great
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and staff very polite & helpful
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was lovely and clean, in fact it looked like it had been completely refurnished. Tea making facilities. Staff extreme helpful and friendly. The fact that you can park your car in the yard belonging to the Watergate is a big plus in York. Made a few visits and although basic it is perfect and so central to the shops and historic sights.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a very clean, quiet, charming property with wonderful outdoor seating next to the building with the hotel rooms. Convenient location to city sites, multiple restaurants and grocery stores are nearby. Onsite bar and restaurant. The staff were friendly, helpful and accommodating (When we asked whether we could drink tap water (yes), they also provided us with a water pitcher full of water and ice on account of the hot weather. Only issue is we stayed during a summer heat wave and the fans provided weren’t enough to cool off the room.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room is just a nice size for a single traveller and the layout of the bathroom was much easier to move around in. The location of being just outside the city centre helped and easy enough to get to the train station. There was some noise from the bar downstairs but it died down and was easy to ignore. For the price, amenities, location and ease of travel - I'd stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Really helpful and friendly staff, with clean though fairly basic rooms. The shower setup wasn’t ideal because of the door design and limited space. It was a little noisy until around midnight, but that’s to be expected for accommodation above a pub. The location was great overall, and it’s a good option if you’re looking for somewhere convenient and reasonably priced.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would not stay here again. Sheets were torn, pillows flat, absolutely no circulation. Even a small fan would have made a diffrrece
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to be centrally located
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was clean, spacious, and comfortable. The staff was very nice and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Lovely hotel in the centre of York! Staff were amazing 👏
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I wasn’t expecting a lot as it was about the cheapest room without being a hostel. However, it suited my needs and was private. It lacks the amenities of the bigger hotels, but the check in was easy, the staff were friendly, and it was a short distance to the Shambles. The topper was that they serve a fantastic breakfast at a reasonable price!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Loved the staff they were very helpful, friendly and courteous. Room was spotless and well worth the money paid.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was in a very convenient location for visiting the Shambles and city core. We found the room itself to be a bit rough in terms of amenities. The stall shower was on the small side for me, but the hot water came quickly and didn’t run out. Our biggest complaint was that the TV signal was not stable (kept glitching out) and the room never really cooled down in the evening (no A/C). Granted, we were there during a record heat wave. The full English breakfast was large and well prepared.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very well located and friendly staff, highly reccomended
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfortable Stay

Happy with our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely stay

Stayed here for one night - great room, comfy bed, clean en-suite. Easy self check in and staff were very accommodating to requests. Definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly professional service small but adequate room for my wife and I for a one night stay close to the centre comfortable and warm bed with small en-suite, definitely worth the very reasonable price, we would use again most definitely
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic

Nice place / pub staff fantastic
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good, budget stay

Staff were very helpful, room had all the essentials needed for a comfortable and enjoyable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Central location, easily walkable. The rooms are a bit dated but clean. It’s dog friendly and the breakfast is very good value. The staff always have a smile and are very welcoming and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice stay in York

Good experience, close to city centre
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Exactly what I expected a clean bed in a small room with facilities . The WI had a good atmosphere and friendly staff was ideal for an overnight stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025