The Lawrance, YorkvsYHA York
Both The Lawrance York and YHA York are endorsed by those who travel for a living. Overall, The Lawrance York is the choice of most professionals compared to YHA York. The Lawrance York has a TripExpert Score of 74 with approval from 1 reviewers such as Lonely Planet.
The Lawrance, York
 Lonely Planet
74 Micklegate, York YO1 6LF
From $82/night
- Free Internet
 - Kitchenette
 - Air Conditioning
 - Flatscreen TV
 - Express check-in / check-out
 - Refrigerator
 
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 "The Lawrance is an excellent find: super swish serviced apartments with all mod cons on the inside and heritage character on the outside. Some apartments are split-level, all are comfy and spacious." 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).