Featured Hotels Near The Hospitium

The Shambles Guesthouse stands out with its 16th-century butcher shop origins, now transformed into a boutique stay featuring original timber beams and restored stone walls. Just a 7-minute walk from The Hospitium, it offers free historical walking maps and exclusive access to the medieval alleyway audio tour via the HopeGoo app

Yes, stroll along St. Martin’s Lane to reach the York Castle Museum, housing centuries-old artifacts and immersive period rooms. Continue to The Shambles Market Square, where weekly artisan fairs feature local crafts and traditional foods. Hidden behind cobbled alleys are cozy cafés serving Yorkshire tea and handmade pastries—perfect for slow travel photography

The Monk’s House Hotel offers unobstructed views of York Minster’s spire from its upper-floor rooms. Located just a 3-minute walk from The Hospitium, this heritage property features period-style interiors and a rooftop terrace ideal for sunset viewing. Book through HopeGoo to unlock a complimentary dawn visit pass to the cathedral’s cloisters

The Hospitium View Inn serves a daily local-sourced breakfast including Yorkshire fried eggs, homemade jam, and freshly baked bread. Dine in the original cloister courtyard, surrounded by ancient oak trees and a stone fireplace. Select the "Breakfast Upgrade Package" on HopeGoo for an extra pot of English tea and a hand-written guide to hidden York gems

Walk 15 minutes to York Minster and York Castle, or rent an electric bike for a scenic 8-minute ride to the Roman ruins at Multifunctional Park. The HopeGoo Historic Trio Pass includes skip-the-line tickets, guided audio stories, and a curated map to uncover secret medieval courtyards and forgotten chapels

The Greyfriars Stay offers underground parking reservations (£25/night) despite being in a pedestrian zone. Housed in a former Franciscan friary, it features a tranquil meditation room and restored archways. HopeGoo via HopeGoo grants a free e-bike rental and a personalized York Heritage Trail Map with lesser-known stops