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YHA Helmsley - Hostel

4.0 star property
Hostel with free parking, a short walk to North York Moors National Park

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Enjoy a casual outdoor dining experience at this charming café with a fireplace and seating area.
Enjoy a peaceful retreat amidst lush greenery and a beautifully manicured lawn.
Guests can dine in this spacious room with a high ceiling, surrounded by wooden beams and tables with green tablecloths.
Experience an and secure stay in this charming building with a welcoming entrance and available parking.
Cozy retreat with a long table, bench, and mounted TV.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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Carlton Lane, Helmsley, York, England, YO62 5HB
  • Hemsley Walled Garden
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Rievaulx Abbey
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Ampleforth Abbey
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.)
    ‪55 min drive‬

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Room options

Standard Room, Multiple Beds

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Standard Twin Room, 1 Bedroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room (3 Bed Private Room Ensuite)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Men only, Shared Bathroom (Sleeps 6)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom (Sleeps 6)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room (4 Bed Private Room)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room (6 Bed Private Room)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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About the neighborhood

Helmsley

YHA Helmsley - Hostel places you within a 10-minute stroll of North York Moors National Park and Helmsley Arts Centre. This 8-room, 4-star hostel has a restaurant along with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Duncombe Park - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Hemsley Walled Garden - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Rievaulx Abbey - 6 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Ampleforth Abbey - 8 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • Flamingo Land Theme Park and Zoo - 24 min drive - 17.6 miles

Getting around

  • Thirsk Station - 23 min drive
  • Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Star Inn - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Kirks Coffee House & Kitchen - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Helmsley Brewing Company - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Williams - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Fairfax Arms - ‬9 min drive

About this property

YHA Helmsley - Hostel

Hostel with free parking, a short walk to North York Moors National Park
Guests of YHA Helmsley - Hostel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a meeting room, and a library. Free parking is available if you drive. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, a communal living room, and a picnic area.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Refrigerators, microwaves, and ovens are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is not available.

Languages

French

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: GBP 9.95 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1964
  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Stovetop

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 5 PM - 8:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
All adult guests are required to present a valid government-issued photo ID card at check-in.
The name and address on the booking must match the photo ID presented by the guest at check-in. This property does not accept name changes for existing bookings.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

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 9.95 per person
  • Towels fee: GBP 2.50 per person, per stay (or guests may bring their own)

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
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 5 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

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 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.
  • Charges or special cancellation policies for group reservations may apply (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates).
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is also known as

YHA Helmsley Hostel York
YHA Helmsley Hostel
YHA Helmsley York
YHA Helmsley
YHA Helmsley - Hostel York
YHA Helmsley - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
YHA Helmsley - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation York

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do close to YHA Helmsley - Hostel?

This hostel in York is within a 10-minute walk of North York Moors National Park, Duncombe Park, and Helmsley Arts Centre. You'll also find Hemsley Walled Garden and Cleveland Way less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at YHA Helmsley - Hostel?

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

Does YHA Helmsley - Hostel feature a casino on the premises?

No, YHA Helmsley - Hostel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at YHA Helmsley - Hostel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

Is YHA Helmsley - Hostel a good place to stay for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities like a bar, a restaurant, and a garden at this hostel.

Are there hot tubs at YHA Helmsley - Hostel?

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

Does YHA Helmsley - Hostel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, YHA Helmsley - Hostel serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will YHA Helmsley - Hostel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at YHA Helmsley - Hostel though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at YHA Helmsley - Hostel?

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

What is the closest airport to YHA Helmsley - Hostel?

The closest major airport to YHA Helmsley - Hostel is Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.), which is about 23.7 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at YHA Helmsley - Hostel?

No, there aren't any rooms with balconies at YHA Helmsley - Hostel.

YHA Helmsley - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 31 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karl

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and cheap
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Wang

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Wang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good facility!

10/10 Excellent

Sophie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really lovely staff and everything you could want in a hostel
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kayleigh

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely little place with a very friendly vibe. Kept super clean and tidy, everything you want from a hostel!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Amber

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

2/10 Terrible

Keith

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A very nice, clean and comfortable hostel. Friendly staff in a great location. Everything you need for an overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Tina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hostel but the check in is late. Friendly staff and comfortable beds.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan ann

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

A welcome to the area

Really friendly place to stay,simple clean and comfortable,lovely area with great shops.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

Pleasently suprised.

Really freindly staff, centre of Helmsley. Great breakfast with a veggie option.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was just what was needed and the host went above and beyond. Thankyou.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super en goed eten. Een aanrader voor trekkers. Geweldig ontbijt. Vriendelijke staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
fantastic stay recommend it 100% will be back asap
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

6/10 Okay

Richo, Redcar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
Great location and helpful staff. Beds are usual hostel bunks but mattress was rock hard and noise from rooms around very loud.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018