Astor Hostel York

Astor York is set in a beautiful Grade II listed Victorian building, just a 10-minute walk from the historic centre of York, train, and bus station. There is also a bus stop 3 metres from the hostel’s entrance.

With a large cosy living room with plenty of comfy sofas to relax after a day sightseeing, a fully stocked bar, and two large dining rooms to catch up with fellow travellers, or call home with the family.  

All of our rooms are En-suite, there is fast Wifi access throughout the whole building, including in all of the rooms and 24 hour access by Electronic Keycard.  

Astor York can be accessed on foot from York railway station in 10 minutes, or by bus from the town centre.

Astor Hostel York

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Astor Hostels is proud to have been recognised as the No. 1 Small Hostel Group Worldwide and has also received the Lifetime Achievement Award for excellence in the hotel industry.

For over 50 years, Astor Hostels has welcomed independent travellers and groups from all corners of the globe to London. We offer affordable accommodation along with exceptional service in a clean, friendly, and safe environment.

Our hostels are strategically located in five key areas of London, including near the British Museum, Victoria Station, Oxford street and Hyde Park. In 2018, we expanded our offerings by opening our newest property in the beautiful city of York.

We provide over 800 beds across various large, medium, and small dormitories, as well as private rooms. We accommodate approximately 90,000 individual guests each year and sell around 200,000 bed nights.

Our diverse guest profile includes school or study trips, business travellers, educational or cultural excursions, city breaks, and holidays with friends.

Our primary goal is to ensure our guests’ best, hassle-free experience!

Here’s a quick recap of some additional useful information:

• Locations: 5 properties in central London and 1 in York.
• Rates include Accommodation, continental breakfast, VAT (at the prevailing rate), Wi-Fi access, linen, luggage storage, and safety deposit boxes.
• Target audience: Primarily youth and students looking for budget-friendly hostel options.
• We welcome student groups from 11 years old.
• Facilities: Guests have access to kitchen facilities, a lounge/cinema room, and laundry facilities.
• Self-catering: All our hostels allow for self-catering.
• Food options: Packed lunches or evening meals are available at an extra cost upon request.

• Walking Tours

• Weekly Pub Quizzes

• Summertime BBQs

• Movie Nights

• Karaoke Nights

• Ping Pong Table

• Piano

• Cinema Room

• Board Games

89 beds in total

• One 18-bed dorm Ensuite

• One 12-bed dorm Ensuite

• One 8-bed dorm Ensuite

• Two 6-bed dorms Ensuite

• One 5-bed dorm Ensuite

• Seven 4-bed dorms Ensuite

• One Twin Room Ensuite

• Two Double Rooms Ensuite

• Two Single Rooms Ensuite

Fire and General Risk Assessments are carried out annually by an external risk assessment company which can be provided when required.

Filming policy: consent from staff/guests; no filming identifiable minors without consent; keep kit lightweight; check with reception for formal shoots.

Clinton Janz, Group Bookings Manager groupbookings@astorhostels.com

The Group Bookings Manager will provide bespoke quotes for group enquiries.

First aid trained staff & first aid kit on site.

• 2 dining rooms

• Lounge

• Ensuite rooms

• Free WiFi

• 24-hour reception

• Lockers

• Ping Pong Table

• Piano

• Cinema Room

• Board Games

• Continental breakfast provided every morning

• Packed lunches available for groups

• Suggested catering companies can provide dinner at the hostel if required

Reception is open 24/7

1. “The staff at Astor are always welcoming, the facility is well kept, and the location is just enough out of the town center to be quiet but close enough to be easily accessible. Plus, the booking process for groups is easy and the booking staff are SO helpful.”

Appalachian State University, Boone, North Carolina, USA

2. “We have been working with our valued partner Astor Hostels for many years. Astor have contributed massively to our growing groups business into London with their great hostels, friendly staff, fantastic service and excellent value for money. Our group clients love the fact Astor hostels are located across popular parts of the city and for us, they will always be a key and reliable partner of ours in the UK!”

Dominic | Director of Contracting

3. “I book my student group annually with Astor Hostels through their group bookings department and I have always been impressed with their efficiency and professionalism. Eric and the team are incredibly efficient, and the experience has been outstanding every time.”

Richard | Director

Astor York is set in a beautiful Grade II listed Victorian building, just a 10-minute walk from the historic centre of York, just a 10-minute walk from the historic centre of York, train, and bus station. There is also a bus stop 3 metres from the hostel’s entrance.