10 hotels near York Christmas Market
If you’re visiting York Christmas Market and planning on staying over to discover everything York at Christmas has to offer, this round-up of the best 10 hotels near York Christmas Market is for you.
In fact, these are the closest hotels to the Christmas market York has to offer. None of the hotels listed below are further than 700 metres (or a 10 minute walk) from the market. You’ll even be able to see the market from some of these hotels!
Whether you’re looking for a romantic hotel in York, a family break or a budget friendly option (so you can spend more on Christmas shopping!), there’s something in this list for you.
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The Judges Lodgings
📍9 Lendal, YO1 8AQ
Distance to market – 0.2 miles / 320 metres
The Judge’s Lodging York is a Grade I listed Georgian townhouse packed with character and style. This is a good option if you’re visiting York by train or want a historic hotel for your York Christmas market break.
Location | The hotel is a few metres from Museum Gardens and 5 minutes on foot from York Minster. York rail station is only 0.6 miles / 965 metres away.
Facilities | There’s a restaurant, two bars (including a basement pub popular with locals) and free Wi-Fi. A full English breakfast can be included in the room rate. There isn’t parking on site so you’ll need to park in Marygate car park, a 10 minute walk through Museum Gardens.
Rooms | Compact country-style rooms sleep two people in a double or twin beds. Each room has a tv, fridge and a kettle. The ensuite has a bathtub with an over-shower. Feature rooms and suites are much larger and the top floor Judge’s Suite has a stunning view of York Minster.
Note that the Terrace Rooms face the Cellar Bar so unless you’re a night owl, I’d choose one of the other rooms options.
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Judges Court Hotel
📍Coney Street, YO1 9ND
Distance to market 0.2 miles / 320 metres
I think this cosy hotel is one of the best boutique hotels for a York Christmas break. Its hidden, private courtyard is set back from the street so you’ll enjoy a quiet, city centre stay. It offers contemporary luxury in a Grade II listed Georgian building which was once home to the judges of York.
Location | It’s a 15 minute walk from York train station and 8 minutes from York Minster. There are shops, pubs, a small supermarket and restaurants nearby.
Facilities | The hotel has a 24 hour front desk and free Wi-Fi. Unfortunately, there isn’t parking on site so you’ll need to park nearby in Castle car park or Marygate car park.
Rooms | Each of the 15 rooms are unique and beautifully decorated. You can book rooms with double or a four-poster beds, in-room freestanding bathtubs or large walk-in rainfall showers.
Each room has a tv, kettle, sofa and a quirky feature wall. This is a lovely hotel and if you’re travelling as a couple, I think it’s one of the best romantic hotels in York.
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Impossible Motel
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Distance to York Christmas market – 0.2 miles / 320 metres
This newly opened hotel is set in a Grade II listed building in the heart of York city centre. It’s a quirky, luxurious adults-only hotel best suited to night owl couples looking to be close to York’s bars and pubs.
Location | It’s a 15 minute walk from York train station and 6 minutes from York Minster.
Facilities | There’s a sister bar and restaurant next door to the motel and a live music bar on the first floor. Note that the rooms are spread over three floors but due to the age of the building there isn’t a lift. Parking isn’t available on site so you’ll need to park in Marygate car park (a 10 minute walk). All rooms have free Wi-Fi.
Rooms | There’s 13 individually decorated rooms. Themed, window-less basement rooms have a King size bed, open showers, a Smart TV, kettle and a/c. First and second floor rooms have Super King size four-poster beds, in-room bathtubs and luxury linens and fittings. The Sir Joseph Terry suite boasts its own rooftop terrace and hot tub.
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Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly
📍46 – 50 Piccadilly, YO1 9NX
Distance to market – 0.2 miles / 320 metres
This new, contemporary hotel has an enviable city centre location and is suitable for solos, couples and groups. For location, size and style, it’s one of the best value for money hotels near to York Christmas market.
Location | It’s a 24 minute walk from the train station or you can catch a bus from the station which drops you opposite the hotel. York Minster is 12 minutes on foot. You’re also a couple of minutes walk from the cafes and restaurants on Fossgate.
Facilities | There’s a restaurant, a bar, a gym and free Wi-Fi. Breakfast is included in the room rate. We’ve eaten the buffet breakfast here several times; there’s lots of choice plus the dining room has a great view of Clifford’s Tower.
There isn’t parking on site but self-parking is available within a 5 minute walk at £22 per day.
Rooms | Classic style rooms sleep up to 3 people in twin, Queen and King size beds and sofa beds. Interconnecting rooms are available for families and groups.
Each room has a/c, a safe, tv, kettle and a fridge. The ensuite has a walk-in shower. Each room is a good size and wall decor adds a homely touch.
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Hilton York
📍1 Tower Street, YO1 9WD
Distance to market – 0.2 miles / 320 metres
This large, modern hotel has one of the best settings in York – directly opposite Clifford’s Tower and York Castle Museum. It’s a few minutes walk from Jorvik Viking Centre, the river and all York’s major attractions.
Location | It’s a 15 minute walk from York train station or you can catch a bus which drops you a 1 minute walk from the hotel. York Minster is 12 minutes on foot.
Facilities | There’s a gym, restaurant and a bar. Guests can enjoy room service and free Wi-Fi. On-site valet parking is available for £30 per day or you can pay to park in Castle car park opposite the hotel.
Rooms | Classic style rooms sleep up to 3 people in twin, Queen and King size beds and sofa beds. Interconnecting rooms are available for families and groups.
Each room has a tv, desk, kettle and there’s a bathtub with an over shower in the ensuite. The rooms are compact but some rooms have a balcony or a view of Clifford’s Tower.
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The Fort Boutique
📍1 Little Stonegate, YO1 8AX
Distance to market 0.2 miles / 320 metres
If you’re looking for a budget-friendly hotel near York Christmas market, I recommend The Fort York. If you’re travelling with a group of friends, this boutique hotel offers self-catering apartments as well as rooms.
Location | It’s a 2 minute walk from York Minster and a 16 minute walk from York rail station. There are pubs, restaurants and cafes on your doorstep and a small supermarket is a 5 minutes on foot.
Facilities | There’s free Wi-Fi and Kennedy’s Bar is adjacent to the hotel if you want to grab a drink or food. The Fort doesn’t have parking so you’ll need to park in Marygate or Monk Bar car park (approximately a 10 minute walk from the hotel).
Rooms | There are 6 double rooms and 3 self-catering apartments.
Double rooms sleep 2 people in a double bed and have a sofa, tv, table and chair plus an ensuite with a shower. Each room has a unique, contemporary decor.
The apartments sleep up to 4 people in a double bed and sofa bed. There is a lounge with a sofa, a dining table and tv plus a well equipped kitchen with a full oven, microwave, fridge, dishwasher and washing machine.
If shared between friends, the apartments are excellent value for money.
As The Fort is surrounded by pubs and bars, I recommend packing some ear plugs if you’re a light sleeper.
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Dean Court Hotel
📍Duncombe Place, YO1 7EF
Distance to market 0.3 miles / 483 metres
Dean Court Hotel is directly opposite York Minster so if you want a hotel with a view, book a room here. It’s a 19th century Grade II listed hotel offering high quality facilities without a hefty price tag.
If you’re visiting York with kids, this hotel has rooms sleeping up to 5 people (a rarity in York!).
Location | York rail station is 10 minutes on foot.
Facilities | There’s a bar and a restaurant specialising in British and Yorkshire dishes. I highly recommend the afternoon tea here; I think it’s one of the best afternoon teas in York.
Unfortunately, there isn’t parking on-site but fee paying parking is available nearby at Marygate or Monk Bar car park.
Breakfast is included in the room rate and half board packages are also available.
Rooms | Classic, country-style rooms have large double or single beds plus tiled ensuites with walk-in showers. Front facing rooms offer views of York Minster. Each room has a tv, seating area, a safe and a kettle.
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Hotel Indigo York
📍88 – 96 Walmgate, YO1 9TL
Distance to market – 0.4m / 644 metres
This super stylish hotel is so much better on the inside compared to its rather plain exterior! It sits on Walmgate, known for its independent shops and vintage boutiques and is just a couple of minutes walk from the bars and restaurants on Fossgate.
Location | It’s a 25 minute walk from York rail station or you can catch a bus from the station to Piccadilly, a 4 minute walk from the hotel. York Minster is 16 minutes on foot.
Facilities | There’s a small gym, a bar selling locally produced wine, beer and gin and a restaurant. Breakfast and free Wi-Fi is included in the room rate. In-room dining is possible between 5 pm and 9 pm.
Rooms | There’s 103 rooms spread over 4 floors (with a lift!). All rooms have a tv, workspace, mini fridge, a complimentary minibar, a kettle and a/c. Thoughtfully decorated rooms sleep 2 people in a double or twin beds. The stylish tiled ensuite features a walk-in shower.
I love the feature walls with prints portraying the history of York – it’s a small detail but it adds a homely, colourful touch.
If you like contemporary, spacious rooms with great decor, book Hotel Indigo York.
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Grays Court Hotel
📍Chapter House Street, YO1 7 JH
Distance to market – 0.4m / 644 metres
Looking for a luxury hotel close to York Christmas market? This boutique 12-room hotel adjacent to the city walls has been continually occupied since the 11th century. Although it’s in the city centre, it’s secluded and quiet. Its pretty gardens are featured in many photos taken of the Minster from York City walls.
Location | It’s a 16 minute walk from York rail station and 3 minutes from York Minster.
Facilities | Grays Court York has a bar and an award-winning Bow Room Restaurant which serves fine dining cuisine. There’s lots of historical features such as a stone flagged entrance hall, a Georgian dining room, leaded windows and a 90-foot Jacobean-era wooden gallery.
On-site parking costs £20 per day and breakfast is included in the room rate.
Rooms | Spacious, luxurious rooms feature a mix of English and French antique furniture, fireplaces and chandeliers. The Cumberland Room offers a double monsoon shower whilst the Willoughby Room has a William IV era four poster bed. The Mortimer Room boasts a picture perfect view of York Minster.
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Malmaison
📍2 Rougier Street, YO90 1UU
Distance to market – 0.4 miles / 644 metres
This 4 star hotels is one of York’s newest – and most stylish – hotels.
Location | It’s a five minute walk from York rail station and from the city centre. There are pubs, cafes and restaurants within a 2 minute walk.
Facilities | There’s 150 rooms, a gym, spa and a rooftop restaurant. It’s rooftop Sora Bar has one of the best views in York and it hosts live music on Friday and Saturday nights. There’s also a fusion grill restaurant and a gorgeous Art Deco style bar.
Unfortunately, the hotel only has 8 parking spaces but fee-paying parking is available within a 5 minute walk.
Breakfast can be included in the room rate and half board packages are also available.
Rooms | Colourful contemporary rooms feature a king-sized bed and a chaise lounge. There’s a walk-in monsoon shower and a freestanding bath in the ensuites.
Each room features a seating area, a tv, kettle, mood lighting, free Wi-Fi and room service.
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I hope you’ve found a hotel near to York Christmas market suitable for your trip to York. Don’t forget to check out my essential guide to visiting Christmas markets in York before your trip.
Plus, if you’re spending Christmas in York, check out my articles on the best Christmas dinner in York and Christmassy hotels in York.
