The Merchant's House Hotel is a prime choice, located just a 3-minute walk from the DIG site. Housed in a 19th-century building with original stone walls and period details, this boutique hotel blends heritage charm with modern comfort. Some rooms feature views of York Minster's spires, and guests can enjoy a locally-sourced breakfast in the sunlit courtyard. For curated on-site experiences, explore exclusive tours via the HopeGoo app

The Shambles Hotel stands out for its deep connection to York’s past, built atop remnants of medieval butchery lanes. Guests can join daily guided archaeological walks led by local historians, exploring subterranean layers dating back to Roman times. The hotel features an immersive exhibition space showcasing artifacts unearthed during excavations, transforming every stay into a living history lesson

The Stone House Inn offers rare views of cobbled Shambles Street, one of York’s most historic thoroughfares. Its rooftop terrace rooms provide panoramic morning vistas of misty alleyways and weathered stone facades. The hotel retains original timber beams and exposed masonry, creating an authentic medieval ambiance. Book the "Night Lights Tour" package through HopeGoo to experience the street’s magical illumination after dark