Cheap hotels in York tonight
Updated 3 July 2026 · 36 real hotels
York offers budget-friendly hotel options starting from around 61 € per night, mostly in villages and suburbs just outside the city walls. Staying a short drive from the historic center in areas like Easingwold, Huby, or Dringhouses keeps costs down without sacrificing comfort. Booking early and choosing smaller independent properties or motels consistently delivers the best value.
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Cheap Hotels in York: How to Sleep Well Without Overpaying
York is one of England's most visited historic cities, home to the Minster, the Shambles, and nearly 2,000 years of layered history. That popularity comes with a price, and hotels inside or immediately beside the city walls can be expensive, especially on weekends and during peak season. The good news is that York is surrounded by small towns and residential suburbs where accommodation costs noticeably less. Properties in Easingwold, Huby, Boroughbridge, and Dringhouses sit within 10 to 20 minutes of York by car, giving you a genuine budget advantage while keeping the city easily reachable. A handful of options closer in, such as Fishergate or Clifton, also offer competitive nightly rates if you prefer to walk or cycle.
What to Expect at Budget Level in York
At the lower end of the market, from roughly 61 € to 98 € per night, you will typically find 2-star motels, comfortable pub-with-rooms setups, and mid-range chain hotels on the city fringe. Guest ratings across this selection are generally strong, with several properties scoring 4.5 or higher out of 5, which suggests that affordable does not mean poor quality here. Parking is usually free at out-of-town venues, a meaningful saving given York city-center parking charges. If you are traveling by car and plan to explore the Yorkshire countryside as well as the city, basing yourself in a village property makes practical and financial sense.
Our selection in York
A real selection, real prices, from the most affordable to the showstopper.
| Hotel | Area | Rating | Price / night |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burn Hall Hotel ★★★★ | Easingwold | ★ 4 | 59 €/nuit |
| The New Inn Motel ★★ | Huby | ★ 4.8 | 65 €/nuit |
| Diamonds Inn Ltd ★★★ | The Groves | ★ 3.8 | 74 €/nuit |
| Stableside at York Racecourse ★★★★ | Dringhouses | ★ 4.5 | 77 €/nuit |
| The Little Hide - Adult Only Camping Pods ★★ | Wigginton | ★ 4.6 | 79 €/nuit |
| Midway House ★★★ | Fishergate | ★ 4.5 | 92 €/nuit |
| Sixteen B ★★ | Dunnington | ★ 4.8 | 95 €/nuit |
| The Limes York ★★ | Fishergate | ★ 4.1 | 100 €/nuit |
| Mercure York Fairfield Manor Hotel ★★★★ | Skelton | ★ 4.1 | 122 €/nuit |
| Beautiful and Secluded ,detached Garden Apartment ★★★ | Appartement entier | ★ 4.9 | 123 €/nuit |
Frequently asked questions
What is the cheapest hotel option near York in this selection?+
The most affordable option listed is Burn Hall Hotel in Easingwold, priced from 61 € per night. It is a 3.5-star property with a 4 out of 5 guest rating, located north of York in the village of Easingwold, roughly a 15-minute drive from the city center. It offers good value for travelers with a car who want a quieter, countryside base.
Are there cheap hotels closer to York city center?+
The Limes York in Fishergate is the closest option to the historic core in this budget selection, at 88 € per night. Fishergate is a residential area just south of the city walls, walkable to the Minster and the Shambles in around 15 to 20 minutes. Note that its guest rating of 3.7 out of 5 is the lowest in this group, so it suits travelers prioritizing location and price over polish. Vikings Accommodation in Clifton, at 96 € per night and rated 4.6 out of 5, is another near-city choice just north of the center.
What tips help you pay less for a hotel in York?+
Booking well in advance, particularly for summer weekends and festival periods such as the Viking Festival in February or the Food and Drink Festival in autumn, is the single most effective way to secure a low rate. Choosing a property outside the city walls, as most hotels in this selection are, immediately reduces nightly costs compared to central York. Traveling midweek rather than at weekends also produces lower prices in most cases. Finally, properties that include free parking, such as the racecourse-adjacent Stableside at York Racecourse in Dringhouses, save you additional daily costs you would otherwise pay in the city.
Is it worth staying outside York to save money?+
Yes, for car travelers it is a straightforward trade-off. Hotels in Easingwold, Huby, Boroughbridge, and Skelton start from 61 € and reach no higher than 98 € in this selection, and most offer free parking. The drive into York typically takes 10 to 25 minutes depending on the village, and park-and-ride services also connect some outer areas to the city center. If you are relying on public transport, a closer option such as Fishergate or Clifton reduces journey complexity, though the price difference between inner and outer properties narrows at this budget level.