National Trust Nunnington Hall - 8 min drive - 9.1 km
Castle Howard - 22 min drive - 21.9 km
Getting around
Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 58 min drive
Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford) - 72 min drive
Thirsk Station - 23 min drive
Malton Station - 25 min drive
Northallerton Station - 31 min drive
Restaurants
The Star Inn - 3 min drive
Kirks Coffee House & Kitchen - 10 min drive
Helmsley Brewing Co - 8 min walk
Cafe Williams - 8 min drive
The Fairfax Arms - 9 min drive
About this property
YHA Helmsley - Hostel
YHA Helmsley - Hostel offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of North York Moors National Park. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat.
Languages
French
At a glance
Hotel size
8 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 5 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions.
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 5 PM - 8:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
For more details, 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.
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–9:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Working away
Meeting room
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Bike storage
Facilities
Built in 1964
Garden
Picnic area
Library
Television in common areas
Communal living room
Traditional architecture
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Room amenities
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Shower only
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Microwave
Stovetop
Oven
Cookware, dishes, and utensils
More
Housekeeping (on request)
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 9.95 per person
Towels are available for an extra charge of GBP 2.50 per person, per stay (or guests may bring their own)
Policies
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have elevators.
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.
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.
YHA Helmsley - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation York
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at YHA Helmsley - Hostel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at YHA Helmsley - Hostel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at YHA Helmsley - Hostel?
Check-in start time: 5 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
What is there to do at YHA Helmsley - Hostel and nearby?
YHA Helmsley - Hostel has a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near YHA Helmsley - Hostel?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around YHA Helmsley - Hostel like?
YHA Helmsley - Hostel is a short 6-minute walk from North York Moors National Park and 12 minutes' walk from Hemsley Walled Garden.
YHA Helmsley - Hostel Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
9.6/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 30, 2024
Nice and cheap
Karl
Karl, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
May 12, 2024
Friendly staff!
Wang
Wang, 1-night family trip
Verified Travelocity guest review
8/10 Very Good
May 12, 2024
Good facility!
Wang
Verified Travelocity guest review
10/10 Exceptional
May 6, 2024
Really lovely staff and everything you could want in a hostel
Sophie
Sophie, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 26, 2024
Lovely little place with a very friendly vibe. Kept super clean and tidy, everything you want from a hostel!
Kayleigh
Kayleigh, 2-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 18, 2023
Chris
Chris, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Aug 14, 2023
Amber
Amber, 2-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
2/10 Poor
Jul 31, 2023
Keith
Keith, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 22, 2023
Stephen
Stephen, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jun 18, 2023
Nicholas
Nicholas, 1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
May 31, 2023
A very nice, clean and comfortable hostel. Friendly staff in a great location. Everything you need for an overnight stay.
Elaine
Elaine, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 1, 2022
Allison
Allison, 1-night trip
Verified Lastminute guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jul 16, 2022
Nice hostel but the check in is late. Friendly staff and comfortable beds.
Tina
Tina, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 19, 2022
A welcome to the area
Really friendly place to stay,simple clean and comfortable,lovely area with great shops.
Susan ann
Susan ann, 1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jun 9, 2022
Brian
Brian, 3-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 9, 2022
Lovely location
Alison
Alison, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 28, 2022
Great location
Peter
Peter, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 25, 2022
Pleasently suprised.
Really freindly staff, centre of Helmsley. Great breakfast with a veggie option.
Paul
Paul, 1-night business trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 13, 2022
Mark
Mark, 1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 30, 2019
It was just what was needed and the host went above and beyond. Thankyou.
Verified traveler
1-night romance trip
Verified Ebookers guest review
8/10 Very Good
Oct 14, 2019
Verified traveler
2-night trip with friends
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 28, 2019
simon
simon, 1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 18, 2019
Super en goed eten. Een aanrader voor trekkers. Geweldig ontbijt. Vriendelijke staff.
Verified traveler
1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 23, 2019
fantastic stay recommend it 100% will be back asap
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified Ebookers guest review
6/10 Good
Oct 15, 2018
Great location and helpful staff. Beds are usual hostel bunks but mattress was rock hard and noise from rooms around very loud.