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The Lighthorseman

Property class: 3
Historic Fishergate neighborhood offers adventure with friendly staff, a welcoming bar for evening drinks, and an arcade room for friendly competition.

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The Lighthorseman in central York offers WiFi, a highly-rated breakfast, and is close to Jorvik Viking Centre and York City Walls. Features include a restaurant, game room, and free self-parking. The staff are known for making visitors feel at home.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
The current price is S$104
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug

Room options

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A neatly made bed with white linens and towels, a wooden headboard, a bedside lamp, and a view of the outdoors through a window with curtains.

Double Room, Ensuite

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

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A hotel room with a bed, a wooden wardrobe, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

Double Room, Ensuite (Small)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(38 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A single bed with a wooden headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Single Room, Ensuite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(17 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bedroom with a bed, a TV, a fireplace, and a wooden wardrobe.

Twin Room, Ensuite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A four-poster bed with a floral bedspread, a bedside table with a lamp, a wooden wardrobe, and a television on a wooden dresser.

Double Room, Ensuite (four-poster -)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(21 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bedroom with a wooden bed, two bedside lamps, a rocking chair, a wooden dresser, and a window with blinds.

Apartment, Private Bathroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi
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About the area

Fishergate, a neighbourhood in York, is home to The Lighthorseman. Notable landmarks in the area include York City Walls and Shambles. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at York Barbican or Bootham Crescent Stadium. Visit our York travel guide
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124 Fulford Road, York, England, YO10 4BE

What's nearby

  • A historic stone castle with a large archway and towers.
    York Barbican
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • A historic cityscape with a prominent cathedral, a bridge, and a mix of traditional and modern buildings.
    York City Walls
    12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • A dimly lit room with a reflective floor, wooden walls, and a person standing near a display case.
    Jorvik Viking Centre
    12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • A narrow street with brick buildings, a shop with a glass display, and a sign for a museum.
    Shambles
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • A market stall with illuminated star decorations and a sign listing prices.
    York Christmas Market
    14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • The Postern Gate
    6 min walk
  • Angel on the Green
    14 min walk
  • Gatehouse Coffee
    10 min walk
  • The Swan
    13 min walk
  • The Masons Arms
    5 min walk

About this property

The Lighthorseman

  • Inn near York City Walls
  • Near Shambles and York Minster, The Lighthorseman provides an arcade/games room, a bar and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
  • You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
    • Free self-parking
    • English breakfast (surcharge), smoke-free property and multilingual staff
  • Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Highchairs and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

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

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • High chair

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoking not allowed

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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: from approximately GBP 12.50 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Frequently asked questions

Is The Lighthorseman pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Lighthorseman?

As of 13 Aug, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Lighthorseman on 16 Aug, 2026 start from S$104, 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.

How much is parking at The Lighthorseman?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Lighthorseman?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Lighthorseman?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Lighthorseman located?

Located in Fishergate, this inn is within a 15-minute walk of York Barbican, York City Walls and Shambles. Kohima Museum and Yorkshire's Winter Wonderland are also within 10 minutes. York (QQY-York Train Station) is 22 minutes by foot and York Station is 22 minutes.

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Reviews

The Lighthorseman Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.4

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

8.8

Staff & service

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 448 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 371 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 116 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 43 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 1006 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Angela Sofia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really good stay at York,great location so close to city center
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean and tidy room, local to York centre, had everything we needed, really nice stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Priscilla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was quirky and I loved the whole atmosphere. I didn’t use the bar just the room , shower was hot and the bus nearby was great , also the river and wall walks were close by as well .
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. We had a lovely dinner and nice breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice cheap victorian pub, nice breakfast and nice pub grub, only 8 minutes walk from the city walls at the postern gate. And there's a wetherspoons there as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dan was very friendly & accommodating room very comfortable & clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great breakfast cooked to order, warm room , simple clean and 100% perfect for my work purposes of passing through
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

DAVID

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Host very friendly. Good facilities. Room comfortable but small. Great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was excellent!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Conveniently located B & B in a local pub with parking and eatery’s in the immediate vicinity. Lovely and simple place!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was exactly what I was looking for. Somewhere to lay my head for a couple of nights. (Motorbike riding break) Off road parking was perfect and a bonus! Breakfast was really good. Perfectly placed in the city for a 5-10 mins walk into the city centre. Lots of bars/restaurants to choose from. The pub has sky sports which was a bonus also. All in all, I can't complain. Would definitely stay again if I'm up that way.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Staff & service
Friendly staff and free parking.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A nice space to use as a base for visiting York. A short walk from the city centre - and a stone's throw from a walk along the river - it's a pleasant, comfortable stay. My room was basic but comfortable and had everything I needed. It was also very quiet despite being part of a pub.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

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 review

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm

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

8/10 Good

Gemma

Bedroom smelt clean Bed was very comfy Staff lovely Breakfast was satisfying
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Inexpensive hotel in a great location and five minutes walk to the centre of York, having the added advantage of onsite car parking. Have stayed here twice now and will definitely be staying again. Far exceeded our expectations for what first appears to be a budget hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful, friendly staff. Cozy & clean room with a big bathroom. Excellent full English breakfast with a good cereal selection & fresh Watermelon. Nice pool table too
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Fred

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

8/10 Good

Noel

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

10/10 Excellent

Ian

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

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 review

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 review

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 review

8/10 Good

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very kind, the check-in and checkout was quick, the room was clean with tv, wifi, nice view! I haven't had a chance to try their breakfast or bar although they offered me that.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026