With so many exciting things to do in York, you’ll need more than a day to enjoy all the city’s highlights. Whether you’re staying as a couple or with the kids, our York hotels are ideal for visiting top attractions like York Minster, the Grand Opera House and the JORVIK Viking Centre, before taking an unforgettable trip down The Shambles. Best of all, when you book weekend breaks in York with us, you get to enjoy super-comfy beds, free Wi-Fi and unlimited breakfast in the heart of the city.
Weekend breaks in York
York City (Blossom St North)
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York City (Blossom St South)
(0.9 miles)
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York City Centre (Layerthorpe)
(1.2 miles)
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York North
(2.5 miles)
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York North West
(3.3 miles)
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York South West
(5.2 miles)
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Best things to do in York
Weekends away in York have something for everyone. Spend romantic days out at The Shambles – a must-visit on winter breaks – or book family breaks in this iconic city and visit attractions like York Maze and the JORVIK Viking Centre with the kids. However you choose to spend your city break, the great news is that our York hotels will be waiting to help you get the most out of your stay.
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Places to visit near York
Why not extend short breaks in York by booking great value rooms in other nearby cities? Our hotels in Leeds are near top attractions like the Royal Armouries Museum and Temple Newsam, or why not stay at our Hull hotels and visit The Deep and Humber Bridge?
Ways to stay on weekend breaks in York
Premier Inn
Our Premier Inn hotels are perfect for weekend stays in York thanks to our free Wi-Fi, family-friendly rooms and great-value restaurants. Plus, when an adult orders a full Premier Inn Breakfast or Meal Deal, up to two kids eat breakfast for free!
Premier Plus rooms
Get even more from your next stay by booking one of our Premier Plus rooms. Enjoy all the comfort you know and love from our Standard rooms, plus added perks like Ultimate Wi-Fi, a mini-fridge and snacks, a rainfall shower with luxury toiletries and more.
FAQs about York weekend breaks
What is there to do in York?
Thanks to the city’s rich history, you’ll find plenty of exciting walking tours in York to enjoy, including ghost walks of the city’s famous haunts! If you love the JORVIK Viking Centre, then don’t miss out on popular events in York like the JORVIK Viking Festival – it’s ideal if you’re looking for fun things to do with the kids on York short breaks. There’s all kinds of other experiences in York to choose from too, like hopping on a city cruise or getting a taste of York’s Chocolate Story.
Where are the best places to visit in York?
The famous Gothic cathedral York Minster is one of the most popular places to visit in York, as well as the City Walls and Clifford’s Tower. Discover National Trust sites like Nunnington Hall before visiting top attractions like the National Railway Museum. Plus, weekend breaks in York wouldn’t be complete without visiting The Shambles, the city’s iconic Medieval shopping street.
Where should I stay in York?
Our great value, family friendly hotels have got you covered when you’re looking for the best places to stay in York. Take your pick from our York City (Blossom St North) hotel, our York City (Blossom St South) hotel, our York City Centre (Layerthorpe) hotel, our York North hotel, our York North West hotel and our York South West hotel.