What is City Centre like?

Travellers to the City Centre neighbourhood in York will be sure to enjoy their stay. Are you looking for City Centre travel tips? Make sure that you visit Merchant Adventurers' Hall and Shambles while you're in the neighbourhood.

What's a favourite place to stay in City Centre?

Based on our traveller data, Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly is one of the top choices for your stay in City Centre. This hotel is a short 5-minute walk from York City Walls, and it offers free breakfast and a restaurant. Other good options for your stay in the neighbourhood include Moxy York and Hilton York .

How many hotels can I expect to find in the City Centre area?

If you're searching for places to stay in York, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 307 City Centre hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in City Centre, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer in City Centre.

What are the top things to see and do in City Centre?

Merchant Adventurers' Hall, Shambles and York City Walls are notable landmarks to see while you're in City Centre. Jorvik Viking Centre and York Christmas Market are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around City Centre include St. Crux Parish Hall, Jorvik DIG and ARC Archaeological Resource Centre. While you're out sightseeing in York, make sure that you visit other sights such as Margaret Clitherow House and Shrine or Coppergate Shopping Centre.

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A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows offering a view of the outdoors, and a mix of pendant and table lamps providing lighting.

1. Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly

City Centre

Stephen

Rp2.170.227 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A view of a historic stone tower through a window with a metal railing.

2. Hilton York

City Centre

Anthony

Rp2.201.293 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern bar area with a tiled backsplash, bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

3. Hotel Indigo York by IHG

City Centre

Rebecca

Rp2.324.141 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern building with large glass windows and a neon sign.

4. Moxy York

City Centre

Allyson

Rp2.039.552 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A spacious dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a large wall clock, and decorative plants.

5. Dean Court Hotel

City Centre

Sandy

Rp2.835.496 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A room with a large arched window, a bench, two chairs, and a table with a vase.

6. Grays Court

City Centre

Mark

Rp6.290.513 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A bedroom with a bed, a yellow armchair, a wooden bench, a desk, and a window with curtains.

7. The Fat Badger

City Centre

Jonathan

Rp3.073.558 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A traditional bedroom with a four-poster bed, wooden furniture, and a fireplace.

8. Hocus Pocus Tiny Hotel

City Centre

Sandy

Rp4.260.392 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

9. Holiday Inn York City Centre by IHG

City Centre

Lynn

Rp1.802.395 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A bathroom with two sinks, a mirror, and a tiled floor.

10. Impossible Motel

City Centre

Jaimee

Rp1.930.044 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A bedroom with a sloped ceiling, a large window, a bathtub, and a bed with pillows.

11. Galtres Lodge Hotel

City Centre

MICHELLE

Rp2.230.272 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

An outdoor dining area with a table set for two, a small tree, and a sign indicating a 4-star hotel.

12. Judges Court

City Centre

Kim

A brick building with a central entrance, a staircase, and outdoor seating.

13. Judges Lodgings York

City Centre

Holly

Rp3.035.613 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A bedroom with a wooden bed, a desk, and a brick wall.

14. Preachers Yard

City Centre

Rp6.073.681 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A historic brick building with a tower, a bridge, and a canal.

15. Riverside Studios

City Centre

Lynn

Rp3.499.812 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A bedroom with a wooden bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a mirror, and artwork on the wall.

16. St Denys View With Free Parking

City Centre

Rp13.214.796 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a staircase, and a mural on the wall.

17. Guy Fawkes Inn

City Centre

Jamie

Rp3.097.601 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A modern living room with a sofa, dining table, and chairs, a kitchen in the background, and a hallway leading to a door.

18. King's 23

City Centre

Anonymous traveller

Rp5.335.022 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A living room with a brown leather sofa, a blue armchair, and a white armchair. There is a world map on the wall and a wooden floor.

19. The Townhouse

City Centre

Rp27.633.937 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A restaurant interior with wooden tables and chairs, a large mirror, and decorative wall panels.

20. The Watergate Inn

City Centre

Maria

Rp2.025.355 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Grays Court	3.5 star property	10.0 Exceptional 135 reviews	View
Hocus Pocus Tiny Hotel	3.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 81 reviews	View
Dean Court Hotel	3.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,006 reviews	View
Galtres Lodge Hotel	3.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 352 reviews	View
Moxy York	3.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,003 reviews	View

Where to stay in City Centre

Find the best City Centre areas for the activities you enjoy most.

A historic stone tower on a grassy hill under a clear blue sky.

Bishophill

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Bishophill and surrounding area, you can visit Micklegate Bar and York Grand Opera House.

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A nighttime cityscape with illuminated buildings, a prominent cathedral, and a lit-up intersection with light trails from vehicles.

South Bank

While South Bank isn't home to many top sights, York Racecourse and Micklegate Bar are some notable places to visit nearby.

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A modern bridge with a curved design over a river, surrounded by greenery and buildings.

Fishergate

While visiting Fishergate, you might make a stop by sights like York Barbican and Kohima Museum.

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A Gothic cathedral with intricate stonework and pointed arches.

Bootham

While visiting Bootham, you might make a stop by sights like York Theatre Royal and St. Mary's Abbey.

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A large, historic building by a calm river.

Fulford

Travellers come to Fulford for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like McArthur Glen Designer Outlet and Fulford Golf Club while you're in town.

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Top City Centre Hotel Reviews

Malmaison York

10/10 Excellent

"Fab stay & great location"

Hotel Indigo York by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel is located in the center of the city, close to University buses and 5-7 min walk to Shambles. The property looks like new and our large room with huge shower on the 3rd floor was clean. Stuff was friendly and very helpful. We have not eaten in the restaurant, since there are a lot of options close to the hotel. Nice touch was the machine that would allow us to reserve the Uber or reserve the activities around the city."

The Grand, York

10/10 Excellent

"If this isn’t the most expensive place in town, it must be pretty close. We were lucky, we feel, to get a room in the modern extension. It was a corner room and remarkable. The girl at the front desk tried to upgrade us for money and with her accent I couldn’t quite understand what the benefit to a different room would have been. It is hard for me to imagine a bedroom at this hotel. We used the spa and it is quite lovely and recently redone. However, a few of the features were not in operation, which was only slightly disappointing. I had a massage that was quite average, unfortunately. I’m glad I booked it with the hot stones. Otherwise I would’ve felt the benefit was not worth the money. I wasn’t expecting a sports massage, but this was too light to touch for my tastes. The restaurants and bars are all good to go. The hotel is on the “other” side of the river and I am of the belief this made for a quieter stay. You are a 10-15 minute walk from the center of the action. Nigel at the concierge was a top man."

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Our top choices for City Centre hotels

1. Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly

2. Hilton York

3. Hotel Indigo York by IHG

4. Moxy York

5. Dean Court Hotel

6. Grays Court

7. The Fat Badger

8. Hocus Pocus Tiny Hotel

9. Holiday Inn York City Centre by IHG

10. Impossible Motel

11. Galtres Lodge Hotel

12. Judges Court

13. Judges Lodgings York

14. Preachers Yard

15. Riverside Studios

16. St Denys View With Free Parking

17. Guy Fawkes Inn

18. King's 23

19. The Townhouse

20. The Watergate Inn

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Where to stay in City Centre

Bishophill

South Bank

Fishergate

Bootham

Fulford

Top City Centre Hotel Reviews

Malmaison York

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