The Best Hotels Closest to York Observatory in York for 2026

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A room with a red sofa, a wooden chair, a small table, and a patterned carpet.

1. Ascot House

Layerthorpe, 1 mi from York Observatory

Mark

$139 nightly

Nov 12 - Nov 13

Total with taxes and fees

A vanity with three mirrors, a lamp, and a tissue box on a wooden vanity.

2. Tower Guest House

0.8 mi from York Observatory

Steve

$112 nightly

Nov 15 - Nov 16

Total with taxes and fees

A grand lobby with a marble floor, a staircase, and ornate columns.

3. The Grand, York

Bishophill, 0.2 mi from York Observatory

Catherine

$175 nightly

Nov 15 - Nov 16

Total with taxes and fees

A neatly arranged bedroom with a tufted headboard, a bed with blue and white bedding, a leather armchair, and a bedside table with a lamp and a mirror.

4. Ashbourne House

Fishergate, 1.5 mi from York Observatory

"We only stayed at Ashbourne House for one night and it was very nice. Lovely room with a Comfortable bed, great shower and towels. Plenty if tea and coffee, and if you ran out you could get more from a dish on the landing also a sweet treat if you needed it, which I thought was a nice touch. It was a bit away from restaurants and the main shopping but public buses stopped just down the road and was easy to catch and came regularly if you didn’t have a car. If you did have a car there seemed...

Karen

$88 nightly

Nov 15 - Nov 16

Total with taxes and fees

A dining area with a table set for two, a chair, a window with curtains, and a table lamp.

5. Barbican House

Fishergate, 0.8 mi from York Observatory

Paul

$145 nightly

Nov 15 - Nov 16

Total with taxes and fees

A bed with white bedding, a vase with yellow flowers, and a smartphone on the bedside table.

6. The Minster Hotel York

Bootham, 0.2 mi from York Observatory

Kimberley

$90 nightly

Nov 16 - Nov 17

Total with taxes and fees

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

7. Hotel Indigo York by IHG

City Centre, 0.7 mi from York Observatory

Marium

$135 nightly

Nov 15 - Nov 16

Total with taxes and fees

A room with large windows offering a view of neighboring houses and a clear sky.

8. St Raphael Guest House

Clifton, 0.3 mi from York Observatory

Julie

$93 nightly

Nov 12 - Nov 13

Total with taxes and fees

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

9. Dean Court Hotel

City Centre, 0.2 mi from York Observatory

PENELOPE

$210 nightly

Nov 15 - Nov 16

Total with taxes and fees

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a window with curtains.

10. St Mary's Guest House

Clifton, 0.2 mi from York Observatory

Chris

$108 nightly

Nov 15 - Nov 16

Total with taxes and fees

A large, white, multi-story building with a symmetrical facade, featuring multiple windows and a central entrance.

11. Wheatlands Lodge Hotel

South Bank, 0.7 mi from York Observatory

Kirk

$122 nightly

Nov 15 - Nov 16

Total with taxes and fees

A wooden room with a bed, a desk, and a large window.

12. Hotel Clementine, BW Premier Collection

Clifton, 0.4 mi from York Observatory

Konna

$133 nightly

Nov 12 - Nov 13

Total with taxes and fees

A breakfast bar with various food items and condiments.

13. Stableside at York Racecourse

Dringhouses, 1.8 mi from York Observatory

Sarah

$75 nightly

Nov 15 - Nov 16

Total with taxes and fees

A modern building with a wooden deck and a glass door leading to an outdoor seating area.

14. Roomzzz York City

South Bank, 0.8 mi from York Observatory

Gemma

$89 nightly

Nov 15 - Nov 16

Total with taxes and fees

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

15. Galtres Lodge Hotel

City Centre, 0.3 mi from York Observatory

Jo

$146 nightly

Nov 15 - Nov 16

Total with taxes and fees

A neatly made bed with two fluffy pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

16. The Vanguard - York Residence

The Groves, 0.7 mi from York Observatory

Elizabeth D

$114 nightly

Nov 18 - Nov 19

Total with taxes and fees

A restaurant with high arched windows, wooden tables, and chairs.

17. The Churchill Hotel

Clifton, 0.3 mi from York Observatory

Monika

$136 nightly

Nov 15 - Nov 16

Total with taxes and fees

A dining area with a fireplace, a round table, and a bench.

18. Astor York - Hostel

Holgate, 0.7 mi from York Observatory

Allison

$96 nightly

Nov 12 - Nov 13

Total with taxes and fees

A restaurant with round tables, green chairs, and a ceiling garden.

19. Hotel du Vin & Bistro York

South Bank, 0.6 mi from York Observatory

Chris

$115 nightly

Nov 29 - Nov 30

Total with taxes and fees

A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and a view of greenery outside.

20. Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly

City Centre, 0.5 mi from York Observatory

Bonnie

$133 nightly

Nov 19 - Nov 20

Total with taxes and fees

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Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Ascot House	4.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 424 reviews	View
Tower Guest House	5.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 182 reviews	View
The Grand, York	5.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 1,210 reviews	View
Ashbourne House	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 164 reviews	View
Barbican House	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 187 reviews	View

Other attractions near York Observatory

The ruins of a Gothic-style stone structure with multiple arches and columns, surrounded by green grass and trees.

Yorkshire Museum Gardens

9.4/10 (8 reviews)

Relax in a tranquil park that houses one of the most popular museums in York and offers peaceful lawns that border the River Ouse.

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

Grays Court

City Centre

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

A building with a blue door marked with the number 17, white columns, and a small porch with a black railing.

MonkBridge House

The Groves

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

A living room with a beige sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a window with curtains.

Riverbank View

The Groves

10/10 Excellent

RUTH

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

King's 23

City Centre

10/10 Excellent

Melinda

The Minster Hotel York

Bootham

10/10 Excellent

Robert

A room with a dining table set for two, a fireplace, a large mirror, and a window with a 'VACANCIES' sign visible outside.

The Apple House

South Bank

10/10 Excellent

The property was located in a very nice little city outside of Edinburgh. It was only a short walk to the train to Edinburgh. Our host was very informative about things to do and see. The property was well maintained and very clean. I will stay there again if I ever get back to Edinburgh. A car is not necessary, which was wonderful. As an American who is not used to left hand driving on narrow lanes, I was happy to keep my rental car parked until we left for England.

Bill

Ascot House

Layerthorpe

10/10 Excellent

hotel/bed and breakfast has nice friendly atmosphere, excellent breakfast, and is in walking distance of old town York. Only issue is limited parking in back, but they managed somehow by having cars that were leaving earlier closest to exit path. Helpful with things like where to get laundry done, where to go for meals, and unusual sites in old town that we would have never thought of. Will definitely stay there again.

Jeanne

Dean Court Hotel

City Centre

10/10 Excellent

Krista

St Raphael Guest House

Clifton

10/10 Excellent

Anne

St Mary's Guest House

Clifton

10/10 Excellent

Chris

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

Hocus Pocus Tiny Hotel

City Centre

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Barbican House

Fishergate

10/10 Excellent

Adriana

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

Judges Lodgings York

City Centre

10/10 Excellent

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the area like around York Observatory?

York Observatory is located in a historic area of Bootham known for its major shopping area and top museums. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 990 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

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Adjacent to York Observatory, Radisson Hotel York is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness center. Other good choices close by include The Grand, York and Malmaison York.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to York Observatory?

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What can I see and do near York Observatory?

You'll want to browse the collections at National Railway Museum, Jorvik Viking Centre, and Merchant Adventurers' Hall. Explore landmarks like St. Mary's Abbey, Bootham Bar, and York Minster. You can catch a show at York Theatre Royal, York Grand Opera House, and York Barbican.

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Our top choices for York Observatory hotels

1. Ascot House

2. Tower Guest House

3. The Grand, York

4. Ashbourne House

5. Barbican House

6. The Minster Hotel York

7. Hotel Indigo York by IHG

8. St Raphael Guest House

9. Dean Court Hotel

10. St Mary's Guest House

11. Wheatlands Lodge Hotel

12. Hotel Clementine, BW Premier Collection

13. Stableside at York Racecourse

14. Roomzzz York City

15. Galtres Lodge Hotel

16. The Vanguard - York Residence

17. The Churchill Hotel

18. Astor York - Hostel

19. Hotel du Vin & Bistro York

20. Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly

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Other attractions near York Observatory

Yorkshire Museum Gardens

Top York Observatory Hotel Reviews

Grays Court

10/10 Excellent

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the area like around York Observatory?

Where is the best place to stay close to York Observatory?

How many hotels can I expect to find close to York Observatory?

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near York Observatory, will I receive a refund?

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near York Observatory?

What can I see and do near York Observatory?