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YHA Helmsley - Hostel

4.0 star property
Hostel with free parking, 6-minute walk to North York Moors National Park

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Escape to the countryside at YHA Helmsley - Hostel, where a garden and library offer serene spaces to unwind. Connect with friends over a meal at the restaurant or relax in your room with free WiFi; enjoy amenities like laundry facilities, luggage storage, and secured bicycle storage for added convenience.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant

Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Room (3 Bed Private Room Ensuite)

Highlights

Free cribs/infant beds
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
Oven
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Room (4 Bed Private Room)

Highlights

Free cribs/infant beds
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
Oven
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Room (6 Bed Private Room)

Highlights

Free cribs/infant beds
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
Oven
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Men only, Shared Bathroom (Sleeps 6)

Highlights

Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
Oven
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom (Sleeps 6)

Highlights

Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
Oven
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Room (5 Bed Double Private Ensuite)

Highlights

Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
Oven
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
Oven
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Carlton Lane, Helmsley, York, England, YO62 5HB

What's nearby

  • Duncombe Park - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Hemsley Walled Garden - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Rievaulx Abbey - 6 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Ampleforth Abbey - 8 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • Flamingo Land Theme Park and Zoo - 24 min drive - 17.6 miles

Getting around

  • Thirsk Station - 23 min drive
  • Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Fairfax Arms - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Feathers Hotel - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Star Inn - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Plough Inn - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Royal Oak - ‬6 min walk

About this property

YHA Helmsley - Hostel

Upscale hostel near North York Moors National Park
At YHA Helmsley - Hostel, you can look forward to a garden, a library, and laundry facilities. In addition to a bar and a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hostel include:
  • Free self parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a TV in the lobby, and smoke-free premises
  • Secured bicycle storage, 1 meeting room, and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms at YHA Helmsley - Hostel offer amenities such as free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Full-sized refrigerators/freezers, microwaves, and ovens
  • Stovetops, cookware/dishes/utensils, and housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: GBP 9.95 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1964
  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Stovetop

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 5 PM - 8:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
All adult guests are required to present a valid government-issued photo ID card at check-in.
The name and address on the booking must match the photo ID presented by the guest at check-in. This property does not accept name changes for existing bookings.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 9.95 per person
  • Towels fee: GBP 2.50 per person, per stay (or guests may bring their own)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Please note that this property does not charge an additional temporary membership fee. Discounts are not available for members of YHA (England and Wales) or IYHF as part of this booking.

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is also known as

YHA Helmsley Hostel York
YHA Helmsley Hostel
YHA Helmsley York
YHA Helmsley
YHA Helmsley - Hostel York
YHA Helmsley - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
YHA Helmsley - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation York

Frequently asked questions

Is YHA Helmsley - Hostel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at YHA Helmsley - Hostel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at YHA Helmsley - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 5 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM.

What time is check-out at YHA Helmsley - Hostel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is YHA Helmsley - Hostel located?

Situated in a national park, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of North York Moors National Park, Helmsley Arts Centre, and Cleveland Way. Helmsley Castle and Duncombe Park are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

YHA Helmsley - Hostel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

10

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 33 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
fantastic stay recommend it 100% will be back asap
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sophie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really lovely staff and everything you could want in a hostel
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A welcome to the area

Really friendly place to stay,simple clean and comfortable,lovely area with great shops.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Wang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good facility!

8/10 Good

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hostel but the check in is late. Friendly staff and comfortable beds.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pleasently suprised.

Really freindly staff, centre of Helmsley. Great breakfast with a veggie option.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jordana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great check in, spotless and tidy facilities. The lounge is gorgeous, especially in the evening with the candles and fire. Fully functional WiFi, central heating and hot showers. Glad to see such a well run YHA!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

annette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and cheap
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Wang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kayleigh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely little place with a very friendly vibe. Kept super clean and tidy, everything you want from a hostel!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A very nice, clean and comfortable hostel. Friendly staff in a great location. Everything you need for an overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was just what was needed and the host went above and beyond. Thankyou.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super en goed eten. Een aanrader voor trekkers. Geweldig ontbijt. Vriendelijke staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Accueil sympathique, locaux impeccables: un très bon séjour
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

6/10 Okay

Richo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
Great location and helpful staff. Beds are usual hostel bunks but mattress was rock hard and noise from rooms around very loud.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Nancy A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice place

My room was fine, clean and comfortable. The location was close to the center of Helmsley. Worked great!
Stayed 1 night in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Charming stay in Helmsley, UK.

Stay was very good. We had a private family room, up to 4 beds with a private bathroom. Neil in the front desk was very nice and always looking to make our stay comfortable. The area is charming. If you are looking for a classical charming English village, this is one to check out.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Great for budget travel

I was surprised not to have electric plug next to bed, there was only 2 sockets on the whole room designed for 8 people. Otherwise my short stay was uncomplicated.

8/10 Good

Alex

Liked: Staff & service

Good value for money.

A lovely warm, friendly environment. The staff were excellent. A home away from home. My favourite part was the cosy candle lit dinning area with sofas around a fire. My least favourite part was sharing toilets and showers, but having said that it wasn't too bad on the whole.

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Amber

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

2/10 Terrible

Keith

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

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