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The Lighthorseman

3.0 star property
3-star inn near Shambles

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Apartment, Private Bathroom | Lounge
Double Room, Ensuite (four-poster -)
Bar (on property)
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Apartment, Private Bathroom | Bathroom

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

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124 Fulford Road, York, England, YO10 4BE
  • Place, York Barbican
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, York City Walls
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Shambles
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford)
    ‪66 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room, Ensuite

Double Room, Ensuite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(29 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Double Room, Ensuite (Small)

Double Room, Ensuite (Small)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(34 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Single Room, Ensuite

Single Room, Ensuite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Twin Room, Ensuite

Twin Room, Ensuite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Double Room, Ensuite (four-poster -)

Double Room, Ensuite (four-poster -)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Apartment, Private Bathroom

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
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

York

Fishergate stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Fishergate inn, you'll find York Barbican and Kohima Museum. Walmgate Bar 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
  • York City Walls - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Jorvik Viking Centre - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Shambles - 14 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • York Christmas Market - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • York (QQY-York Train Station) - 9 min drive
  • Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Postern Gate - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Rook & Gaskill - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Masons Arms - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Angel on the Green - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Robinsons Cafe - ‬14 min walk

About this property

The Lighthorseman

3-star inn near Shambles
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.

  • 10 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 10 accommodations. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • High chair

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 12.50 per person
  • 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

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property

The host will greet guests on arrival

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 12.50 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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; cash is not accepted
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 accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Lighthorseman to the airport?

The Lighthorseman is 33.5 mi (65-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 Jun 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Lighthorseman on Jun 4, 2026 start from $76, including 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?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Lighthorseman, but English breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 12.50 per person. It's available on weekdays from 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM and weekends from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

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.

The Lighthorseman Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 443 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 369 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 120 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 44 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 1002 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hugh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean, staff friendly, good breakfast, good evening meals, 👍👍👍
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The bed was unbelievably comfy, the room was clean and warm and the staff on the bar were a great help and very friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Fred

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Yes, clean room, hrlpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness
Good loacation, only a short walk into York
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Noel

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfy beds, onsite parking, spacious apartment
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff were very friendly and helpful. The room was clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, lovely building, freshly cooked breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Our room was clean and tidy and the staff were helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Helpful staff. Lovely breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Paul Francis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bar offered a wide selection of beers and spirits, breakfast was very good and good portions.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Bridget

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very conveniently located in York, good size room, pleasant staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

david

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
excellent host's,friendly staff ,rooms very clean,food good, would go back again 10/10 .well done.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Fantastic room, clean, comfortable, spacious and quiet. Great location, just a short stroll to the city wall and city centre. Owner was very friendly, letting us use the carpark after we checked out. Will definitely visit again
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Peter

Friendly staff and clean rooms, recommend the breakfast and location to city ctr takes 10 mins to walk.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff were very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent location for the price. Really nice breakfast and a nice bar too. Would highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleased with our stay, comfortable clean room. Great Breakfast. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Great friendly atmosphere
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Antony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean & pleasant and the staff were very friendly & helpful
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Lovely friendly staff and a clean and comfortable room.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Maxine

Yes room was comfortable and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JOSE LUIS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent option to stay in York. Near the downtown and roman walls.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value, especially for York. Nice clean room and tasty breakfast. Easy walking distance into the city centre.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025