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

A historic building with a tower and brick walls, surrounded by a well-maintained garden with various flowers.

A window with a view of a historic building and a well-maintained garden.

A spacious room with a wooden floor, a round table with a vase of flowers, and a seating area with chairs and a sofa.

1. Grays Court

City Centre, 0.5 km from York Observatory

Courtney

RM1,147

RM1,376 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

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

A room with a TV mounted on the wall, a wooden dining table with chairs, a bed, and a small table with a kettle and cups.

A vanity with a mirror, lights, and a hairdryer.

A corner seating area with a sofa, decorative pillows, and a vase of flowers.

2. Tower Guest House

1.3 km from York Observatory

Steve

RM413

RM496 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A bathroom with a wooden door, a round mirror, a lamp, and a vase with flowers on a shelf.

A living room with a flat-screen TV, a glass coffee table, a sofa, and a brick wall.

A dining table with yellow chairs, a potted plant, a bottle of champagne, and a glass of orange juice.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a desk, and a brick accent wall.

3. Serenity Inn the City

City Centre, 0.9 km from York Observatory

Helen

RM1,577

RM1,577 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A bedroom with a large bed, a chair, a TV, and a view of autumn leaves through the windows.

A building entrance with a bicycle parked outside.

A brick building with a window overlooking a street.

A room with a large window, a chair, a lamp, and a mirror.

4. No.1 by GuestHouse, York

Clifton, 0.6 km from York Observatory

Madonna

RM761

RM914 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A modern indoor swimming pool with a central spiral sculpture, surrounded by wooden walls and a glass ceiling.

A spacious lobby with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a dining area.

A restaurant with multiple dining tables and chairs, a bar area, and a kitchen in the background.

5. The Grand, York

Bishophill, 0.3 km from York Observatory

Jamie

RM1,020

RM1,224 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A bedroom with a bed, wooden wardrobe, desk with chair, and a mirror.

A two-story stone building with a sloped roof, a large window, and a garage door.

A white staircase with a beige curtain, a black mat, and a red bucket.

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

6. The Apple House

South Bank, 1 km from York Observatory

Alison

RM420

RM504 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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.

A bathroom vanity with a gold mirror, a vase of flowers, a lamp, and a sign with a Wi-Fi password.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, two brown cushions, a glass coffee table, a Marshall stereo, a small stool, and a large window with curtains.

A brick building with a sign reading "Ashbourne 139" and a "VisitYork Member" sign.

7. Ashbourne House

Fishergate, 2.3 km from York Observatory

John

RM406

RM487 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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

A brick building with a red door, windows with white frames, and hanging flower baskets.

A neatly arranged bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a wardrobe, and a chair.

A brick building with a sign reading "enjoyEngland.com" and a large bush of pink hydrangeas in front.

8. Barbican House

Fishergate, 1.3 km from York Observatory

Paul

RM589

RM707 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a desk with a chair.

A bathroom with a toilet, sink, and bathtub.

A reception area with a wooden desk, a black and white patterned wall, a chandelier, and a red carpeted floor.

A traditional brick building with a sign for the Hotel Minster Hotel.

9. The Minster Hotel York

Bootham, 0.3 km from York Observatory

Kimberley

RM445

RM534 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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

A woman arranging a table with a glass top and a potted plant in a modern lobby with purple chairs and a staircase.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a chair, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a skylight above the bed.

A bar area with wooden bar counter, stools, and a menu stand.

10. Dean Court Hotel

City Centre, 0.3 km from York Observatory

Keith

RM675

RM810 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

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

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a door leading to another room.

A grey door with the number 83, set in a brick wall with a stone arch above.

A room with a wooden desk, a coffee maker, a small refrigerator, and a wall-mounted TV.

11. The Vanguard - York Residence

The Groves, 1.1 km from York Observatory

Elizabeth D

RM511

RM613 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A dining area with wooden chairs, tables set for a meal, and a chandelier.

A bathroom with a white sink, a wooden door, and a towel rack.

A brick building with a sign for 'St. Mary's Guest House' and a phone number.

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

12. St Mary's Guest House

Clifton, 0.3 km from York Observatory

Chris

RM449

RM538 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A four-poster bed with white linens and towels, a bedside table with a lamp, and a nightstand with a mirror and a remote control.

A dining area with multiple tables set for service, wooden chairs, and a patterned carpet.

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

A staircase with a patterned carpet, a wooden chair, a table with a lamp, and a vase of flowers.

13. Ascot House

Layerthorpe, 1.7 km from York Observatory

Mark

RM612

RM734 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A patio with a round table and two chairs, a brick wall, and a brick floor.

A neatly made bed with white linens and a single brown pillow, a bedside table with a lamp, a chair with floral upholstery, and a window with daylight.

A traditional building with a sign for 'St. Raphael Guest House' offering bed and breakfast services.

14. St Raphael Guest House

Clifton, 0.5 km from York Observatory

Julie

RM539

RM647 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

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

A modern interior with a plush seating area, a visible 'MOXY' sign, and hanging lights.

A spacious dining area with a long wooden table, modern chairs, and hanging pendant lights.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and potted plants.

15. Moxy York

City Centre, 0.9 km from York Observatory

Matthew

RM354

RM424 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

A spiral staircase with a geometric patterned floor and a central seating area.

A brick building with large windows and a sign reading "No.88 Craft Beer Bar and Grill".

A restaurant interior with wooden tables and chairs, hanging pendant lights, and shelves with bottles.

16. Hotel Indigo York by IHG

City Centre, 1.1 km from York Observatory

Ryan

RM344

RM413 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern hotel room with a bed, seating area, kitchenette, and a large window with curtains.

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

A modern dining area with a glass table and bar stools, a decorative tree centerpiece, and a high ceiling with recessed lighting.

A modern staircase with glass railings and wooden steps, leading to a second floor.

17. Roomzzz York City

South Bank, 1.3 km from York Observatory

Gemma

RM362

RM434 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious lobby with a checkered floor, a grand staircase, and a chandelier.

A reception desk with a sign reading "The Churchill," a black wall, and a check-in counter.

A cozy attic bedroom with a sloped ceiling, a bed, a desk, a chair, and a television.

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, some with red cushions. There are string lights and umbrellas providing lighting.

18. The Churchill Hotel

Clifton, 0.5 km from York Observatory

Monika

RM432

RM519 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A hotel exterior with a paved patio, wicker furniture, and a brick building.

A wedding venue with rows of wooden chairs, a central aisle with floral decorations, and a brick wall backdrop.

A grand staircase with a dark carpet, flanked by white columns with floral arrangements, leading to a landing with a large window.

19. Hotel du Vin & Bistro York

South Bank, 1 km from York Observatory

Marc

RM431

RM517 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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

A bar area with various bottles and glasses, including a bottle of Slingsby gin and a glass with a lemon slice.

A large, historic building with a symmetrical facade, multiple chimneys, and a gated entrance.

A wicker chair with a cushion, a glass of champagne, and a bottle on a table.

20. Hotel Clementine, BW Premier Collection

Clifton, 0.7 km from York Observatory

Konna

RM486

RM583 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to York Observatory

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Grays Court	10.0 Exceptional 140 reviews	View
Tower Guest House	9.8 Exceptional 182 reviews	View
Serenity Inn the City	10.0 Exceptional 8 reviews	View
No.1 by GuestHouse, York	9.6 Exceptional 329 reviews	View
The Grand, York	9.6 Exceptional 1,196 reviews	View

Top York Observatory Hotel Reviews

Malmaison York

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay. Used the gym which is better than most hotel gyms. Room was clean and comfortable and the breakfast was just what I needed to get me going in the morning."

Hilton York

10/10 Excellent

"Loved my stay, the room was lovely, parking was excellent, car was parked for me when I arrived and could be kept until checkout at 12 leaving me lots of time to explore York without having to worry about parking. Only a 5 minute walk from the centre of York which was brilliant!"

Moxy York

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay, modern, clean and friendly hotel. Site is also really close to the shambles, which was ideal."

Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly

10/10 Excellent

"Location good. Really nice hotel will stay again."

Radisson Hotel York

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice hotel. Staff was very friendly, facility was very clean and tidy, and the room was spotless. Perfect location for exploring York."

The Churchill Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"We were very happy with all the amenities and comfortable room :-)"

Judges Lodgings York

10/10 Excellent

"This is a lovely centrally located hotel - the staff were very friendly and helpful. The rooms were clean, and there was an excellent breakfast. I would stay there again."

The Minster Hotel York

10/10 Excellent

"Clean, staff helpful, location brilliant. The breakfasts superb. Will stay again."

DoubleTree by Hilton York

10/10 Excellent

"Friendly and very helpful staff, very convenient only 5 minutes to walk into York town . Could do with a bigger car parking facilities."

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 classical building with columns, a green door, and a flower bed with tulips.

Yorkshire Museum

8.8/10 (3 reviews)

Examine a Viking sword from 1,000 years ago, Roman and medieval remnants and the skeletons of extinct animals in this revered museum.

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A historic stone building with arched windows and intricate carvings.

St. Mary's Abbey

8.0/10 (1 review)

Once one of the wealthiest abbeys in the country, the millennium-old ruins of this historic building are now surrounded by a charming park.

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Multangular Tower

Learn about the local history of Bootham when you take a trip to Multangular Tower. Visit the shops and lively bars in this family-friendly area.

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Hospitium

Learn about the local history of Bootham when you spend time at Hospitium. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this romantic area.

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Gatehall

Learn about the local history of Bootham when you take a trip to Gatehall. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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York Central Library

You can learn about the history of Bootham with a stop at York Central Library. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this romantic area.

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St Mary's Lodge

Learn about the local history of Bootham when you take a trip to St Mary's Lodge. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this family-friendly area.

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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, take a look at the 990 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to York Observatory?

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

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

Expedia has 990 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from York Observatory.

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

Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to 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, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals near York Observatory.

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. Grays Court

2. Tower Guest House

3. Serenity Inn the City

4. No.1 by GuestHouse, York

5. The Grand, York

6. The Apple House

7. Ashbourne House

8. Barbican House

9. The Minster Hotel York

10. Dean Court Hotel

11. The Vanguard - York Residence

12. St Mary's Guest House

13. Ascot House

14. St Raphael Guest House

15. Moxy York

16. Hotel Indigo York by IHG

17. Roomzzz York City

18. The Churchill Hotel

19. Hotel du Vin & Bistro York

20. Hotel Clementine, BW Premier Collection

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Top York Observatory Hotel Reviews

Malmaison York

Hilton York

Moxy York

Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly

Radisson Hotel York

The Churchill Hotel

Judges Lodgings York

The Minster Hotel York

DoubleTree by Hilton York

Other attractions near York Observatory

Yorkshire Museum Gardens

Yorkshire Museum

St. Mary's Abbey

Multangular Tower

Hospitium

Gatehall

York Central Library

St Mary's Lodge

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