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The Lighthorseman

3.0 star property
3-star inn near York Christmas Market

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Double Room, Ensuite (four-poster -) | 1 bedroom
Bar (on property)
Exterior

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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124 Fulford Road, York, England, YO10 4BE
  • Place, York Barbican
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Shambles
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, York Christmas Market
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom

Double Room, Ensuite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(24 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, Ensuite (Small) | 1 bedroom

Double Room, Ensuite (Small)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(32 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Single Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom

Single Room, Ensuite

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Twin Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom

Twin Room, Ensuite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Double Room, Ensuite (four-poster -) | 1 bedroom

Double Room, Ensuite (four-poster -)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Apartment, Private Bathroom | 1 bedroom

Apartment, Private Bathroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

York

Fishergate stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Fishergate inn, you'll find Shambles and York Christmas Market. York Barbican and Yorkshire's Winter Wonderland are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • York Barbican - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Jorvik Viking Centre - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Shambles - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • York Christmas Market - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • York Minster - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • York (QQY-York Train Station) - 3 min drive
  • Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Postern Gate - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Waggon & Horses - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Bison Coffee House - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Pig and Pastry - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Edinburgh Arms - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Lighthorseman

3-star inn near York Christmas Market
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. An arcade/game room and multilingual staff are also featured at The Lighthorseman. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star York inn is smoke free.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Game room or arcade
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Lighthorseman offers 8 accommodations. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Lighthorseman to the airport?

The Lighthorseman is 33.5 mi (53-min drive) away from the Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Lighthorseman?

As of Nov 16, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Lighthorseman on Nov 25, 2025 start from $142.69, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Lighthorseman have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Lighthorseman.

Does The Lighthorseman offer free breakfast?

The Lighthorseman does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Lighthorseman?

No, there is no casino at this inn.

What time is check-in at The Lighthorseman?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Lighthorseman?

This inn offers free self parking.

Does The Lighthorseman have a pool?

The Lighthorseman does not have a pool.

Does The Lighthorseman have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Lighthorseman have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this inn.

How close is The Lighthorseman to downtown York?

The Lighthorseman is 0.7 mi away from York.

Reviews

The Lighthorseman Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 424 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 374 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 130 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 46 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Traditional style but enjoyable and convenient.

We didn't eat as we had commitments but the beds were comfortable with duvets that should be warm in winter.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Gary

Liked: Room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Mark

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
This is a budget hotel so bear this in mind. The property is not modern which is not an issue but does need to be cleaner. The staff member was very polite and check in was quick. The parking was good and the location only about 10 mins walk into centre. Did not eat here so can’t comment on that.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A lovely stay

A good old english pub with a few quirks and eccentricities, friendly helpful staff and owner. Our flat had two rooms, a kitchen bathroom and lounge.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bayleigh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect hosts and locarion

So friendly and becoming in a period pub that oozes character. Breakfast was five stars as well and the service is impeccable
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Alison

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable room. Dining choice not so good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good value for money

We stayed for two nights in August. The room was basic but comfortable and clean and well worth the price. The bed was comfortable and we got a good night’s sleep. The bar is well priced with a good selection of alcoholic drinks and the hotel is only a short walk from the main attractions in York . Would definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Philippa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

JOELLE

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely beautiful pub hotel, cozy, comfortable, pleasantly friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Anniversary trip

Lovely 3 night stay, we had double room with en suit which was a good size room, room was clean and comfortable and we slept well the bathroom was a little tired looking and could do with a freshen up We only ate breakfast one morning which was nice cooked breakfast and cereal and fruit on offer Plenty of parking spaces which are free Perfect location only 10/15min walk along the river into the city, if you walk along the main road there’s several bars and restaurants along rout we found a lovely Chinese restaurant Shi Shang great value and big portions Overall a lovely trip with so much to do
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Gavin

Disliked: Amenities
It's basic accommodation. Very dated throughout, needs a lick of paint and new carpets.. Bathroom was quite good however and very clean. Bedsheets and towels had some stains. If you have a room facing the road, take earplugs or your sleep will be interrupted frequently. Overall for the price I was happy. I just needed a place to put my head for the night. Would not recommend for a long stay however.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

XIAOYANG, London

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Vicky, Fall River

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, good food, bed wasn’t the most comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

David

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect Stay

Perfect location for our one night stay, short walk through the city walls to the centre. The room ticked all the boxes and the staff were friendly and professional, would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place!!

This hotel was great, the host dan was very friendly and accomodating, we were shown our room and given a booklet on thing's to do locally which was nice, the room was clean and all staff were lovley, breakfast was amazing aswell. It was close enough to walk into york aswell which was great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Les

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Old world pub easy access to centre of city,very noisy in room at the front of building, doors banging late on in evening .nice little beer garden and good free parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHANGZHENG

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

A good base for a decent price.

Really enjoyed this hotel as a base for visiting York, rooms are above a bar but no problem with noise, all a little dated but clean with a comfy bed 10 min walk along the river to York centre, would use again if visiting York.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abbiegail

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cozy, comfortable, clean. Cheap drinks, great food

Me and my boyfriend stayed for 3 nights, first thing we noticed was the lighthorseman is a very good distance from town- out of the way and quiet but a very short walk (10~ minutes) either by road or alongside the canal, the latter of which made for a lovely start to each morning we were there. Not far from the train station either. Spacious and clean room, toilet and shower were pristine and the bathroom was well-ventilated. Lovely little brew station on the bed side table. Only possible complaint was the telly, which couldnt change channels so we were stuck watching love island and tennis, but that didnt have any effect in our enjoyment of the hotel room. They offer breakfast for a very reasonable price, as are the drinks at the bar. The food was great, we recommend the steak & ale pie and the chicken tikka masala. All in all, very happy, lovely pub to stay in.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Hwee

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great pub with rooms

Great pub with rooms with a short walk into the city centre. Pub itself is great for a drink or some food.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

caroline

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value 1 night stay. Check in was quick and easy with the friendly barman. The hotel is a 10minute walk along the river to the city centre. Bed was conformable, had a great nights sleep. Nice shower in the morning. The only reason I can't give full marks is due to the overpowering drainage smell in the bathroom. The bathroom was clean but unfortunately there seems to be an issue with the drains. Other than that, I would recommend this hotel for a great value bed for the night. Can't comment on the food and drink as we ate in the city centre. We would certainly return.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025