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The White Horse

3.0 star property

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A traditional pub named "White Horse" with a classic Tudor-style facade, featuring exposed timber framing and a brick exterior.
A sign for 'White Horse' pub with a horse silhouette and the text 'Brewers since 1807'.
Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Ensuite
Restaurant
Bar (on property)

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

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6 Bootham, York, England, YO30 7BL
  • Place, York St. John University
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, York Minster
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Shambles
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford)
    ‪64 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double or Twin Room, Ensuite

Standard Double or Twin Room, Ensuite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Ensuite

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 205 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

York

Located in Bootham, The White Horse is a leisurely stroll from popular sights such as York Minster and York Christmas Market. This 5-room, 3-star inn offers guests a bar/lounge.
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What's nearby

  • York St. John University - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Yorkshire Museum Gardens - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • York Minster - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Shambles - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • York Christmas Market - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • York Station - 12 min walk
  • Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bootham Tavern - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪York Explore Library - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Eagle & Child - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The White Horse

At The White Horse, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas.

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The price is $171
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Total with taxes and fees
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

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: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

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.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

White Horse Inn York
White Horse York
The White Horse Inn
The White Horse York
The White Horse Inn York

Frequently asked questions

What can I see around The White Horse?

This inn is situated in Bootham within a short 8-minute walk of York Minster and also 11 minutes on foot from York Christmas Market. You'll also find Shambles and York Racecourse within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at The White Horse?

As of Jun 29, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The White Horse on Jul 5, 2026 start from $131, 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 White Horse?

No, there isn't parking at this inn.

Does The White Horse have a casino on the premises?

No, The White Horse doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The White Horse?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

What do couples enjoy most about The White Horse?

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

Are there hot tubs at The White Horse?

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

Does The White Horse feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

The White Horse offers free cooked-to-order breakfasts though there is no restaurant.

Does The White Horse allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The White Horse.

Are there connecting rooms at The White Horse?

No, this inn doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to The White Horse?

The closest major airport to The White Horse is Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford), which is about 24.2 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The White Horse?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The White Horse.

The White Horse Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 91 out of 319 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 113 out of 319 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 79 out of 319 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 319 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 319 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness
Friendly staff , nice room comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

joy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent position, short walk to city centre. Staff were very good & breakfast was beautiful. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Amenities
Comfortable, good breakfast, spacious bathroom, prompt and helpful customer service.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Attentive staff and good facilities.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

Sam

Disliked: Amenities
Room looks nothing like the website. Window wouldn’t close. Room either boiling hot or freezing cold… bed uncomfortable with a lean so severe it almost tipped me out. Really poor water pressure in the shower… Taps etc falling apart.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

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

Brilliant stay at the white horse

Loved our stay very friendly welcome and rooms were nice and big with all mod cons needed for stay .breakfast included was very nice too couldn’t fault anything with a few steps out of door you were in the York walls ..
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brilliant price for the location and service. Friendly staff. Excellent breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is in a perfect spot just out of York as to be quiet but close enough to walk into York. It has a relaxed friendly feel with it and nothing is to much trouble for the staff, I would not hesitate to recommend it and will definitely stay there again when we next ho to York.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

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

The white horse , a little gem in a beautiful city

A very pleasant stay , room warm and comfortable, 5 minute walk from the minster , host's and staff very welcoming, great breakfast and wide variety of beers and spirits , would highly recommend a visit
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Lovely location. Staff were very helpful. Rooms are a little tired but they are perfectly acceptable as they are clean and comfortable. Breakfast choices are great. They are more than happy to accommodate any needs. We had a planned power cut when there and the staff were very well prepared. They gave us a powerbank, pre charged lights for our room and put heating on to ensure the rooms were warm before it went off. Couldn’t have asked for better customer service. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

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

Weekend stay york

Lovely friendly B&B stayed a few times and always made welcome. All staff Lovely and friendly and nothing is too much trouble. Great location short walk to Minster. Lots of bars and resturants near by. Would definitely recommend staying here in future
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ionela

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

❤️

The staff were amazing! Even though the building was old, I didn't mind as it felt authentic and provided a nice town experience. Everything was great, and the staff were very polite. The breakfast was excellent, and there was a fantastic live music experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just returned home from a 2 nights stay at the white horse . Scott and his staff are very friendly and very helpful. I would definitely stay here again when visiting York . Thanks for a lovely stay .
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very friendly welcome and great service from Claire and the team.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Henry Moffat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We travelled to York for mini break staff were amazing. Room was immaculate. Breakfast first class. Would highly recommend this accommodation.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anders

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nichola

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

Lovely LGBTQ friendly hotel

Really well located on the doorstep of the city. Had a very friendly welcome and staff were accommodating & helpful throughout. The site said it was LGBTQ friendly and it really was as a LGBT couple celebrating a wedding anniversary we felt very comfortable here. Breakfast was really nice & a decent size. The room was a good size, clean and had a nice view of the art gallery. Evening entertainment was lively & enjoyable. Will be staying here again when we next visit York.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julian

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

Perfect Location

Friendly, attentive Staff. Room & en-suite were nice and clean. Breakfast is lovely. Fantastic location. There's parking just across from the Hotel, and at the Train Station (about a 10 min walk).
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness

Nice staff but moldy bathroom

upper floor of a pub, but not too noisy, room is big, a bit worn down, a lot of black mold in the bathroom, breakfast is from 9 to 10, but they accommodated my request for having it at 8/8.30
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

david

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

great weekend

staff and landlord were very helpfull nothing was a problem to them
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rosalind

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

White horse

In great location handy to shops and pubs, lovely cosy rooms, breakfast excellant plenty of everything, good pub very friendly,Would recommend,👍
Outside facing monks Barr,
From pub across road
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Cheryl

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

Great for a night in York.

Great place for a night in York, just a few minutes walk in to the centre. Only complaint was the uncomfortable mattress!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Fab find!

Great atmosphere staff are so helpful. The cleaning is top notch our room was spotless!!Good quantity products made the breakfast it was so tasty and piping hot!! Definitely recommend this lovely little pub with its coal fire so cosy and friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Roy

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

White Horse Bootham

A nice break away for a few days in York. The hotel is very central right next to Bootham Bar. Room large, cleans and staff friendly and helpful. Breakfast was good and large portions. The only problem was no parking on site and having to park at a nearby carpark cost £34 per day !!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

D

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great abour the stay apart from the mattress which wasnt very comfortable. Otherwise, the staff, food, pub and stay were all fantastic
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022