The HazelwoodvsYHA York
Both properties are rated very highly by professional travelers. Overall, YHA York is preferred by most reviewers compared to The Hazelwood. YHA York is ranked #27 in York with positive reviews from 1 publications like Lonely Planet.
The Hazelwood
 Fodor's
24-25 Portland St, York YO31 7EH
From $85/night
- Bar/Lounge
 - Free Internet
 - Free Breakfast
 - Laundry Service
 - Free Parking
 - Baggage storage
 
 "These two tall, elegant Victorian town houses retain many of their original features and stand in a peaceful cul-de-sac." Full review
YHA York
 Lonely Planet
42 Water End, Clifton, York YO30 6LP 
From $0/night
- Bar/Lounge
 - Laundry Service
 - Laundy Room
 - Restaurant
 - Free Parking
 - Kitchenette
 
 "This handsome Victorian house makes a spacious and child-friendly youth hostel, with most of the rooms being four-bed dorms." Full review
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It's about a mile northwest of the city centre; there's a riverside footpath from Lendal Bridge (poorly lit so avoid after dark).