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The Fort Boutique Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with 2 restaurants, steps from York Minster
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
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Standard Twin Room | Street view
Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Kitchen (1 Bed in a 6 Bed Dorm)
Fridge, microwave
Standard Twin Room

Reviews

8.0 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

Map
1 Little Stonegate, York, England, YO1 8AX
  • York Minster
    3 min walk
  • Shambles
    3 min walk
  • York Christmas Market
    3 min walk
  • Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford)
    63 min drive

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About the area

York

The Fort Boutique Hostel places you in the centre of York, steps from York Minster and within a short 5-minute stroll of Shambles. Highlights at this hostel include 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. .The restaurant, Kennedys Bar & Restaurant, is open for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Full breakfast is available daily between 8:30 AM and noon. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this City Centre hostel include York Dungeon and Merchant Adventurers' Hall.
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What's nearby

  • York Minster - 3 min walk
  • Shambles - 3 min walk
  • York Dungeon - 6 min walk
  • Jorvik Viking Centre - 7 min walk
  • York National Railway Museum - 13 min walk

Getting around

  • York Station - 9 min walk
  • Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bettys Cafe Tea Rooms - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪House of the Trembling Madness - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Côte - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Fort Boutique Hostel

Hostel with 2 restaurants, steps from York Minster
There are 2 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafΘ and a nearby snack bar/deli. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, an arcade/games room, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at The Fort Boutique Hostel.

This York hostel is smoke free.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Games room or arcade
  • Terrace
  • Computer for guest use
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Locker space
The Fort Boutique Hostel offers 12 accommodations with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:30 AM to noon for a fee: GBP 7.95 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Kennedys Bar & Restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Heating
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [Kennedy's Bar, 1 Little Stonegate, York, YO1 8AX.]
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: GBP 15 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 7.95 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, debit cards and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.

Property is also known as

Fort Boutique Hostel York
Fort Boutique Hostel
Fort Boutique York
The Fort Boutique Hostel York
The Fort Boutique Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
The Fort Boutique Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation York

Frequently asked questions

Does The Fort Boutique Hostel serve breakfast?

Sure does, full brekkie is served daily between 8:30 AM and noon.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Fort Boutique Hostel?

No, The Fort Boutique Hostel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Fort Boutique Hostel?

Yep, you can grab a meal at The Fort Boutique Hostel's onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Fort Boutique Hostel?

Check-in begins at 1 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Fort Boutique Hostel?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Fort Boutique Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 74 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 74 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 74 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 74 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 74 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Claire

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I would recommend a stay here for the fabulous central location. The room was clean and check in instructions were very clear. Please be aware there was no reception as such, but if needed you can leave your luggage at the bar next door, and there were emergency contacts listed. We didn't need any of this but good to know. There were a couple of bottles of water in the room and some discount vouchers, all of which were an unexpected bonus. The kitchenette was handy if you wanted to make a drink or heat up a microwave meal. The only downside was the noise from the bar below, however earplugs were provided. We had to keep the windows closed but a large fan was in the room so the heat wasn't a big issue. Excellent value for money for a clean, comfortable room in a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katy

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
excellent customer service
lovely staff very helpful!! great budget option for a one night stay and cute decor
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Paper thin walls
Good location and sizeable room, but not value for money. Easy check in. The sheets weren't clean. Expected the noise to come from the bars below, but the noise was predominantly those in rooms next door - walls are paper thin.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Lyndsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely room...a little loud!
Great little hostel in the middle of york. The street is very busy and lined with bars. There was loud music until late which we could hear but didn't effect us too much as our room was at the back in the city walls room. Very clean and comfortable and what we expected from the price paid. A much cheaper option than other hotels but I wouln't recommend if youwant an ealy night!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

6/10 Okay

Gabriela

The room has a good size and clean enough. The bed was not very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Lee

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hip hop
A great hostel is you’re under 35, if you’re not it’s a little rawkus,
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, friendly staff, funky room, would definitely recommend this place.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our holiday was amazing. The hostel far exceeded expectation. The ocean room came with an ensuite. We had fresh towels and toiletries. There were complimentary tea, coffee, hot chocolate, and botted water. Our greeter carried my suitcase up the stairs for me. There was even a lavender mister, large fan, and super comfy beds. I was also able to leave my suitcase with them. The staff were ever so nice and helpful. Definitely recommend. Definitely visit again. The location is superb. Not more than a 5 minute walk to everywhere. Thank you so much for our stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
everything was very good excellent facilities and very helpful and very helpful staff
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very courteous staff, very well maintained accommodation - the price is unbelievably cheap for what you get.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Weekend stay
Fantastic find - could not be more central and very cheap! The staff were all incredibly helpful from the girl who answered the phone when I rang asking where to park (she offered to send someone to pick up my bag as I couldn’t drive right up to the hostel) to the man who showed us to our room. The room was very comfortable and clean - I was worried about light and noise as it is so central but neither was a problem at all. The kitchen provided for guests use was clean and very well equipped. The bonus was a 20% food discount in the lovely tapas bar below and Kennedys next door.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Central location, well furbished hostel
Really good, had all the amenities in the room like kitchen, common room and bathroom. Centrally located. Don't have any complaints and enjoyed my 1 night stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Jacqueline, London, gb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good central location near Minster, great for Christmas markets. Check-In and breakfast available in KENNEDY's bar next door with 20% off food/drinks for hotel guests. Very clean boutique style hostel. Had Ensuite room at rear with Wetroom. Only drawback was noise from KENNEDY's bar next door (Ear plugs are provided in the rooms).
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

6/10 Okay

zebbedee, york

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ok in the centre of York but a 2 min walk and you could be in safety at half the price with much better facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good hostel in York town centre good money for value Good staff,helpful
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

2/10 Terrible

Mick

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Could not get to my room as I arrived after midnight
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018

8/10 Good

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Appreciated the hospitality, friendliness and professionalism of the staff. Every comfor wa considered. The only downer was the internet.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018

2/10 Terrible

Jerry

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
Great location but noisy and hot
Don’t stay here unless you are prepared to stay up until 2AM due to noise from 3 adjoining bars. No AC so floor 3 location gets quite warm. Perfect location for York but not much else going for it.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018

6/10 Okay

Ernie

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Right in the middle of town, best location
Amazing central location, with non-stop action, 24/7 noise and activity. Many of the rooms are adjacent to the 24 hour bar smoking patio. I wondered why they provide ear plugs on your bed. Even with them, it was quite loud. The rooms are dated, and could use better cleaning, windows need some improvement. Towels are provided and changed every day, bathroom is good and clean. As a hostel, the price is good, but for private rooms, you may be wise to choose a normal hotel.

10/10 Excellent

kerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, felt like a home not a hostel
I stayed in one of the rooms with a living room and kitchen. It felt like a beautiful old apartment and not a hostel. I loved it. Location is perfect. Good food (and discounted for guests) downstairs. Overall better experience than expected.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2017