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The Watergate Inn

3.0 star property
Inn with a bar, a short walk to Shambles

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7.4 out of 10
Good

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24 Walmgate, York, England, YO1 9TJ
  • Place, Jorvik Viking Centre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Shambles
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, York Minster
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford)
    ‪49 min drive‬

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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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8.0 out of 10
Very good
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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Twin Beds and 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

York

Located in City Centre, The Watergate Inn is within a 5-minute walk of Shambles and within 15 minutes of other popular attractions like York Minster. This 13-room, 3-star inn offers guests a bar/lounge.
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What's nearby

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

Getting around

  • York Station - 16 min walk
  • Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brew York Craft Brewery & Tap Room - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Red Lion - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Coppergate Kitchen - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Piccadilly Tap - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Watergate Inn - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Watergate Inn

Inn with a bar, a short walk to Shambles
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 barbecue grills and wedding services.

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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

Access methods

Access code

Pets

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

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: 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.

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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 within a 10-minute walk of Shambles and York Minster. You'll also find Merchant Adventurers' Hall and Jorvik Viking Centre less than a mile away.

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

As of Oct 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Watergate Inn on Oct 12, 2025 start from $78.19, 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 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 will couples enjoy most about a stay at The Watergate Inn?

Couples staying at this inn will appreciate amenities like a bar plus some guestrooms include canal views and free Internet access.

Does The Watergate Inn have a hot tub?

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.

Does The Watergate Inn have connecting rooms?

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

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, there aren't any 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.

Reviews

The Watergate Inn Reviews

7.4

Good

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 82 out of 287 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 100 out of 287 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 46 out of 287 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 287 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 287 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort

Lovely staff and food

We stayed for 1 night as a halfway stop en route, the staff were extremely helpful and polite. Unfortunately the facilities in the room were lacking, the bed was very low and the tiny shower door didnt open fully i had requested a low floor room because i have mobility issues at the moment, but was placed up a flight of stairs. They need to make it absolutely clear on their website that they are not suitable for anyone with mobility problems. The food was really good as was the beer.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olivia

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

10/10 Excellent

Emily

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

6/10 Okay

Kim

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
It was tired but very convenient as 10 minute walk from York walls and Shambles
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Linda

Traveled with group
Liked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

caroline

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
We chose this property for it's location, right in the old part of York, which as fantastic. The room itself was noisy, over crowded with a few broken items. The sheets didn't fit the bed properly and kept coming off in the night making it quite uncomfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Amy

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
There is really not anything positive I can say. The bed was terrible! Thin, bad quality mattress, thin lousy pillows. Noisy outside the window from the pub downstairs until after 1AM Door lock was hard to use, we almost locked ourselves in. Mold in the shower. Just don't do it! We loved the town of York, but had a miserable night in this "Hotel"
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place itself was lovely a little dated in the bedrooms but so clean, short walk to the shambles, food at the hotel was fantastic excellent price, can recommend the Eggs Benedict for breakfast, outside lovely seating area right by the river and last but not least staff are so welcoming very attentive 5 star service will be going back again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Gillian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Lucy

Traveled with group
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

10/10 Excellent

Marcus

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Walkergate Inn was a fab little pub with rooms to stay at. The room I stayed in was fab for the night, with a double, TV, kettle with tea & coffee. A bathroom with shower. The room was safe & secure & a 3 minute walk from the main town centre. The staff I ment on check in/out were warm & friendly. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

matthew

Disliked: Amenities
Not safe if you travel by yourself at nights get a little bit unsafe
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette

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

good value for money

good location. I stayed in room 3, it was basic, clean and great value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joel

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

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

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

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marialejandra

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

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
About a 30 minute walk from the train station. Nice, friendly staff. Comfortable rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Deborah

Traveled with group
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Roberta

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very nice. Accomodations did not match the pictures. Room was painfully small. There was no place to open luggage. Full bed took up most of the room. No lighting by bedside, only one light overhead. Shower head sprayed water outside of shower and drain was so slow that overflow threatened to spill over onto floor. Only one outlet available and teapot needed to sit on floor to plug in because of length of cord. Mattress very thin futon. We were miserable.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Monica

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location. The staff in the pub were friendly and delightful. The room was clean. The double bed in room 7 needs a new mattress and a wood slate is underneath the bed and should be fixed. But overall a very pleasant stay for the one night.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024