Safestay York Micklegate

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

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Street view
1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior entrance
Interior entrance
City view from property

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Micklegate House, 88-90 Micklegate, York, England, YO1 6JX
  • York City Walls
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Shambles
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • York Minster
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford)
    ‪48 min drive‬

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Room options

Double Room Ensuite

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

12-Bed Private Room Ensuite

  • Sleeps 12
  • 6 Twin Bunk Beds

10-Bed Private Room Ensuite

  • Sleeps 10
  • 5 Twin Bunk Beds

8-Bed Private Room Ensuite

  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

6-Bed Private Room Ensuite

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Bed in 8-Bed Female Dorm Ensuite

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 8 Twin Beds

Bed in 6-Bed Female Dorm Ensuite

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Twin Room Ensuite

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

Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dorm Ensuite

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 6 Twin Beds

Bed in 6-Bed Male Dorm Ensuite

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Bed in 2-Bed Female Dorm Ensuite

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Quadruple Room with Shared Bathroom

  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dorm Ensuite

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 8 Twin Beds

Bed in 10-Bed Female Dorm Ensuite

  • Sleeps 1
  • 5 Twin Bunk Beds

8-Bed Private Room Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

Quadruple Room Ensuite

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

Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dorm Ensuite

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 10 Twin Beds

Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dorm Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

Bed in 12-Bed Mixed Dorm Ensuite

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

Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dorm Shared Bathroom

  • 141 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Beds

Triple Room Ensuite

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

Bed in 8-Bed Male Dorm Ensuite

  • Sleeps 1
  • 8 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

York

Located in Bishophill, Safestay York Micklegate is within a 10-minute walk of popular sights such as York City Walls and Jorvik Viking Centre. This 151-room, 3-star hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like a bar/lounge, free in-room WiFi, and a terrace.

What's nearby

  • York City Walls - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Jorvik Viking Centre - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Shambles - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • York Minster - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • York Racecourse - 3 min drive - 1.0 mile

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Punch Bowl - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Society Lounge Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪BrewDog - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Red Chilli Authentic Chinese - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪West Offices Station Rise - ‬3 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 luggage storage. Additional amenities include a water dispenser and a TV in a common area.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Safes are also included.

Languages

English, Finnish, French, German, Japanese, Spanish

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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
  • Smoke-free property

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

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 10-minute walk of York City Walls, Jorvik Viking Centre, and Shambles. You'll also find York Minster and York Racecourse within a short drive.

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

As of Jun 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Safestay York Micklegate on Jun 26, 2025 start from $111.59, 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 there parking available 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 amenities will couples enjoy at 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.

Does Safestay York Micklegate have connecting rooms?

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 that I can book at Safestay York Micklegate?

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

Safestay York Micklegate Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 91 out of 242 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 91 out of 242 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 31 out of 242 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 242 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 242 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cliff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really enjoyed our stay. Nice & quiet room was spotless couldn’t fault it.everything in walking distance willbe staying again soon thankyou
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

S

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

OWOLABI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Okay, for short stay but noisy

Good location for central York and reasonably priced for a two bunk bed room. Building is old, floors and walls echo with sound of inconsiderate people making noise late into the night.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

christine

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Corbin

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Joy

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ray

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very warm, loved it!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Ryu

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Sophie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
It was fine, pretty average hostel. There were only three people in my room (12 beds total) so the shared bathroom was fine, but I could see it being an issue with more people
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Booked a one night stay in a private triple room (room 15). Room was on the top floor and very quiet, clean and comfortable. Will not hesitate using again next time I need to stay in York.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Amy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

Not great for family, better if adult-not sleeping

Booked a private room for 5, including adults and kids. Room 25 is just under the dining room which was full of an adult group having boisterous fun until 1 or 2 am (only slowed after complaining because kids couldn’t sleep and asked to quiet down - not soundproof so felt like we were laying in middle of a bar or party). Adults just having fun - would have loved it on an adult trip in my 20’s. Knew as a hostel it would be simple beds and loud but assumed quiet hours at least by midnight but there were none, okay to be loud 24hrs. Beds were fine - bunks not creaky, bed quite firm but ok and private, comforter plush. Great shared bathroom just across from room, clean with 3 private showers and 2 toilets. Wish it had been communicated that towels were available for fee - wasn’t told and didn’t show in Hotels post or email. Location is great, walking distance of food, stores, river, activities. Parked in Blossom st car park a reasonable walking distance for reasonable £11. Again would do well for a girls trip or adult fun late into night. I didn’t sleep and kids didn’t much either so were miserable. York was so busy for holiday market after restless night it was too much for them so disappointing it was a bit of a wasted trip altogether.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Paul

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Jeongho

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

경제적인 숙박

기차역 근처에서 정말 싼 가격에 숙박할 수 있습니다. 건물은 중후하고 침구류는 깨끗해보였습니다. 단점은 다인실 침대가 소리가 났고 안정적이지 않아 보이네요. 윗층 침대 옆 전원이 없어 충전이 불가능합니다. 복도 끝에 별도의 화장실 겸 샤워실이 있고 한 명만 들어갈 수 있습니다. 화장실은 깨끗했지만 샴푸나 바디워시는 없습니다. 배터리가 충분한 상태에서 잠만 자고 간다면 이곳만큼 좋은 곳이 없겠습니다. (기차역에서 가까운 것도 큰 장점) 그러나 그 이상을 바란다면 실망할 겁니다.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

JAD

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A hostel without a kitchen isnt a hostel
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fraterne

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Regina

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good: excellent location, walkable distance from train station and town centre. Bunk beds had curtains and you could just close it and be private. Place was quiet. Bad: Staff at the reception were not friendly, at times rude and dismissive. The owner should come down sometimes to check it. The atmosphere wasn't friendly, not a good place to make new friends. There were tables, chairs and armchairs on the ground floor but people sat individually and spent time on their phones. Bedrooms very bad cleaned, dust pilled up under/side of beds. Terrible mattress. Toile/shower cubicle very small, shower plug blocked which created a pool every time I had a shower. Not very pleasant!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Hinda

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great place to stay

Great location, lovely building, friendly and helpful staff, comfortable rooms
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

RICHARD

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Elijah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I liked the general look of this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Brian

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024