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7.4

2,481 reviews

Safestay York

Safestay York

88-90 Micklegate, York, YO1 6JX, United Kingdom

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Free wifi

Air conditioning

Kid-friendly buffet

Bar

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Safestay York

Welcome to Safestay York, your cozy home away from home right in the heart of York! Nestled at 88-90 Micklegate, this vibrant 4-star hotel is only 0.3mi from the city center, making it an ideal base for exploring the charming streets, historic sites, and the iconic York Minster. With prices starting from just $19, you can indulge in a delightful stay without breaking the bank, allowing you to splurge on those famous Yorkshire puddings!

At Safestay York, we've got all the ingredients for your perfect getaway. Dive into our kid-friendly buffet for breakfast or unwind with a refreshing drink at the bar. Our spacious terrace is the perfect backdrop for sipping your favorite beverage while soaking up the sun. Plus, stay connected with our free Wi-Fi and enjoy the comfort of air-conditioned, non-smoking rooms. Our friendly 24-hour front desk staff are always here to help you make the most of your visit to this enchanting city!

With an impressive 2,481 reviews, happy travelers have shared their love for Safestay York. Whether you're traveling with family, friends, or solo, you’ll find this hotel bursting with personality and tailored amenities to make your stay unforgettable. Get ready to embark on an adventure and create memories in the captivating city of York!

For those looking to maximize their social experience while traveling, Safestay York shines with its vibrant dormitory offerings. Picture this: a thoughtfully designed 10-bed female dormitory where you can share stories and laughter with fellow travelers while preparing for your next adventure. Not only do these dorms offer convenient ensuite bathrooms, but they also provide a cozy retreat after a day filled with exploring York’s historic sites. And if you're feeling particularly gregarious, why not try the 8-bed mixed dorm, where camaraderie and connection await? Regardless of which shared space you choose, cozy bunk beds promise a restful night’s sleep while you dream of the Yorkshire Dales.

Looking for something a bit more private? The Twin Room Ensuite or the contemporary Family Room could be exactly what you need! With an air of warmth and comfort, the spacious family room beckons you to unwind as you relish some quality time with loved ones. Meanwhile, the Twin Room is perfect for a duo eager to create unforgettable memories together. Prepare to bask in the cozy atmosphere, all while enjoying the hotel’s wonderful amenities that ensure you feel right at home—even miles away from your own.

So embark on a delightful journey at Safestay York, where each stay is a patchwork of experiences waiting to happen. The whimsical adventure of meeting new friends and sharing laughs over breakfast is matched only by the thrill of stepping out and discovering the historic charm of York itself. Ready to take the plunge? Pack your bags and come see why this hotel is the ultimate catalyst for memorable travels—because nothing brings people together quite like a great adventure!

Closest airports

RAF Linton-On-Ouse

9.2mi

Leeds Bradford International Airport

24.1mi

Robin Hood Airport Doncaster Sheffield

33mi

Humberside Airport

40.1mi

Durham Tees Valley Airport

40.6mi

Most popular amenities

Free wifi

Air conditioning

Kid-friendly buffet

Bar

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Rooms

Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room Ensuite in Safestay York

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Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room Ensuite

1 Bunk Bed

270 sqft

Private Bathroom

Shower

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Indulge in a comfortable stay in our 10-bed mixed dormitory room with a private bathroom. Perfect for solo travelers seeking budget-friendly accommodation.

Bed in 8-Bed Female Dormitory Room Ensuite in Safestay York

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Bed in 8-Bed Female Dormitory Room Ensuite

1 Bunk Bed

215 sqft

Private Bathroom

Shower

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Rest in comfort in a cozy bunk bed with a private bathroom in the 215 sqft 8-bed female dormitory room. Ideal for solo travelers seeking a comfortable and secure place to stay.

Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom in Safestay York

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Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom

1 Bunk Bed

215 sqft

Shower

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Rest and relax in this cozy 8-bed mixed dormitory room, featuring a comfortable bunk bed. Perfect for solo travelers seeking a budget-friendly accommodation option.

8-Bed Private Dormitory Room Ensuite in Safestay York

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8-Bed Private Dormitory Room Ensuite

1 Bunk Bed

215 sqft

Private Bathroom

Shower

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Stay in our cozy 8-bed private dormitory room with ensuite bathroom, perfect for solo travelers. Enjoy a good night's sleep on the comfortable bunk bed in this 215 sqft space.

8 Bed Mixed Dorm Shared Bathroom in Safestay York

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8 Bed Mixed Dorm Shared Bathroom

8 Twin Beds

215 sqft

Shower

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Stay in our cozy 8 Bed Mixed Dorm with shared bathroom, perfect for a group of friends or solo travelers. Sleep in one of the 8 twin beds in this spacious 215 sqft room.

Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room Ensuite in Safestay York

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Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room Ensuite

1 Bunk Bed

215 sqft

Private Bathroom

Shower

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Sleep in comfort in our cozy 6-bed dormitory room with a private bathroom, perfect for solo travelers. Enjoy a good night's rest on the bunk bed in this 215 sqft space.

Twin Room Ensuite in Safestay York

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Twin Room Ensuite

1 Bunk Bed

130 sqft

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Tea/Coffee maker

Shower

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Cozy Twin Room Ensuite with a bunk bed, perfect for 2 adults. Enjoy your stay with a private bathroom in a 129 sqft space.

Double Room Ensuite in Safestay York

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Double Room Ensuite

1 King Size Bed

130 sqft

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Tea/Coffee maker

Shower

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Relax in our cozy Double Room Ensuite with a spacious 129 sqft area and a luxurious King size bed. Enjoy the privacy of your own bathroom.

Bed in 10-Bed Female Dormitory Room Ensuite  in Safestay York

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Bed in 10-Bed Female Dormitory Room Ensuite

1 Bunk Bed

270 sqft

Private Bathroom

Shower

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Sleep comfortably in a cozy bunk bed within a vibrant 10-bed female dormitory room. Enjoy the convenience of a private ensuite bathroom.

Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom in Safestay York

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Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom

1 Bunk Bed

150 sqft

Shower

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Stay in our cozy 4-bed mixed dormitory room with a bunk bed and a shared bathroom. Perfect for solo travelers looking for a comfortable and budget-friendly accommodation option.

Quadruple Room with Shared Bathroom in Safestay York

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Quadruple Room with Shared Bathroom

4 Bunk Beds

150 sqft

Shower

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Enjoy a cozy stay with your friends in our Quadruple Room with shared bathroom, complete with 4 bunk beds perfectly accommodating 4 adults. Perfect for budget-conscious travelers looking for a comfortable space to unwind after a day of exploring.

Family Room in Safestay York

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Family Room

1 Twin Bed

1 Double Bed

130 sqft

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Tea/Coffee maker

Shower

x3

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Our cozy Family Room, perfect for 3 adults, features a Twin and a Double bed in a 129 sqft space with a private bathroom, ideal for a relaxing stay.

Guest reviews

7.4

2,481 reviews

Categories of assessments

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Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Featured reviews:

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Joanna

8.2

December 2023

The bed was self-contained and felt very private which was particularly pleasant in a hostel environment. The location was a great distance from the centre of town. The room was large and tidy.

The wifi was blatantly awful, I wouldn't even advertise the hostel as having wifi in the room I was in. The storage lockers were conveniently placed underneath the beds but were big and bulky. To access them you had to pull a metal crate double the size of a suitcase out from under the bed. This was noisy and hard to access and I felt bad trying to get anything out or put anything in at night in case I disturbed my roommates. Having a free padlock provided would also have been a nice touch. The bathroom also ran not very hot water and the floor remained soggy for several hours after the shower was used.

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Gillian

9.1

March 2024

Fabulous location, very close to station and town. Staff were pleasant and helpful. Accommodation was basic (as you would expect!) but clean, and comfortable. The beds were surprisingly comfortable and the sheets and bedding were immaculate, and very good quality. We could buy coffees and take up to room, which were great coffees and only £2.50.

People on top bunks could have done with somewhere to sit - we were fine as we shared the 10 room with friends, but I imagine it would be difficult if sharing with strangers. We paid £3 per bag for bag drop before check in.

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Alexie

10

March 2024

Beautiful old building with cute quirky decor. I booked the private double room and couldn't be happier for the price. Lovely comfy bed and crisp white sheets, spotless bathroom and a beautiful bed and beamed ceiling. Loved the touch of each room having a little board outside explaining the history of the occupants. This was a very last minute booking and I couldn't have been happier.

The room was very warm with the heating on full and the window wouldn't stay open. It soon cooled down when I turned off the radiator and managed to wedge the window open a fraction.

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Jay

8.2

November 2023

For £13 it's pretty decent. Very clean and modern hostel. Courtyard was small but cosy and the bar was quite lovely, not expensive for drinks. Staff were nice and friendly, check in was easy. At £13 I didn't have high hopes for the room. Room 4 was actually really nice, its a good size and didn't feel cramped in. It was very clean and tidy, bed was super comfy. Absolutely love the privacy curtains, not often seen in hostels! The room was a good temperature. Plenty of space in the lockable cages for stuff.

The only downsides for me was there was no access to kettle, toaster and microwave as they were all broken. I was allowed free hot water though. There's no soap in the bathroom and you can't buy any at Safestay , this is to keep costs down. (Luckily I found some shower gel in bottom of my bag for everyone to wash hands with!) There is shops nearby for things too. Our room (4) shower ran a little cold, but there are showers in basement with hot water!

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Kye

8.2

September 2023

Directions from trainstation: When you come out of the station turn right, cross the road at the lights and follow the road around on the wall side, to the cross roads, and turn left here, under the micklegate bar tower and you will see the hostel on the left handside about 5 minutes from here, which is opposite an old church. You are about a 5 to 10 minute walk from the city centre, so the location is great for that. The staff are helpful and the building has a very old feel to it. So if you are looking for an affordable accommodation with a medieval feel this is perfect.

The only minor thing was no bottles of water.

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Æther

8.2

August 2023

24 hr front desk, friendly staff, beautiful old building, cooler temps inside than out, i slept well, privacy curtains, luggage lockers under beds, lamp at each bed, guest fridge + kettle + microwave in the dining room

noisy heavy doors that slam, can feel every movement your bunkmate makes, no toilet paper upon arrival at 22:00, roommates did not always flush and left tp on the seat and floor, tiny ensuite, water damage noticeable on the ceiling, very small garbage cans in the room, bed labels were confusing to read in the dark (numbers and letters), not enough electrical outlets in the building, luggage storage not offered free to guests after check-out

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Victoria

8.2

October 2023

Great location and price. I stayed in a female dorm with an ensuite bathroom. Sheets were clean and bed was comfy. Beds have got curtains so you get some privacy. Lockers under the bunks are a nice size. Nice coffee downstairs in the reception area. There was an ensuite but the toilets and bathrooms in the basement are nicer. I felt safe as a solo traveller. There are 2 nice coffee shops if you turn left.

The towels are £6 to hire which is expensive. The ensuite bathroom was grim but usable.Staff were ok but did not tell me anything at all about the hostel.

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Bahar

8.2

August 2023

they gave us first a room (no.22) which was in basement beside the laundryroom. it was smelling strongly bleach and fresh wall paint. also had no window. it was not healty place for kids to sleep, So then when we complain about it they tried to change and found another room in upstair. Thank you for that. Upstair room (no.15) was big enough for the family, bright, clean and comfortable. Friendly staff. Also the location of the hotel is good. If you come by train it is very close to the train station and the touristic places of the historical city.

They charge for luggage keeping 2£ for each, and early check in 5£.

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Roger

9.1

July 2022

located in the roof 3 floors up with no lift no blind on skylight but the beds were very comfortable with crisp clean linen and the rooms were very clean. will stay here again. good value for those on a low budget.

Breakfast could be included as most of it lay unused and was probably thrown out.

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David

9.1

June 2023

I thought the property overall was very good. The historic house in which it is located gave it a great vibe and fit well with the location. The room (6 bed mixed dorm) was good sized and convenient. I appreciated the staff response to a special request. Also big kudos to staff for attitude and responsiveness throughout the stay.

While I like the en suite bathroom (VERY convenient), the shower sprays over onto the floor outside the shower making it wet for anyone who may come in afterward. Without a floor pad of any sort, one must stand on wet floor even if not using shower; also tracks water into the room. Longer curtain might help keep spray in the shower area (just a thought).

Points of Interest Around Safestay York

Attractions

Henry VII Experience at Micklegate Bar

0.1mi

York City Walls

0.1mi

Yorkshire Museum

0.3mi

York's Chocolate Story

0.3mi

Jorvik Viking Centre

0.4mi

The Shambles

0.4mi

Merchant Adventurers' Hall

0.4mi

York Minster

0.4mi

York Castle Museum

0.5mi

Treasurer's House

0.5mi

Castle Howard

13.6mi

Helmsley

20mi

Kilburn White Horse

20.2mi

World of James Herriot

21.7mi

North Yorkshire Moors Railway

23.7mi

Amenities of Safestay York

Free wifi

Air conditioning

Kid-friendly buffet

Bar

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Stay rules - Safestay York

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Reservations

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - Safestay York

How much does a stay at Safestay York cost?

At Safestay York, prices have a starting point of $19. It's essential to note that rates might adjust based on room choice and your stay dates. Input dates for accurate rate checks.

Which room categories can I book at Safestay York?

The Safestay York hotel offers a variety of rooms including dormitories, twin rooms, quadruple rooms, family rooms, and double rooms. Occupancy ranges from 1 to 8 adults per room. Smoking is not allowed in any of the rooms. Bed sizes vary from bunk beds to twin beds and double beds, with room sizes ranging from 129 to 269 sqft.

How can guests spend their time at Safestay York?

At Safestay York, guests can spend their time enjoying various leisure amenities the hotel has to offer. They can relax at the bar or outside on the terrace, enjoying their favorite drinks in a comfortable setting. For families, the hotel provides a kid-friendly buffet to keep the little ones entertained and well-fed. Those seeking relaxation can also make use of the air-conditioned non-smoking rooms where they can unwind after a busy day exploring the beautiful city of York. Additionally, the hotel offers the convenience of a 24-hour front desk, ensuring that guests are taken care of at any time during their stay.

What methods of payment does Safestay York accept?

Safestay York accepts payment methods such as Visa and Mastercard, but does not accept cash as a form of payment.