The Lighthorseman
Amenities
Free Wi-Fi
Multilingual Staff
Arcade/Game Room
Breakfast Available (surcharge)
Parking (Self) (free)
Smoke-Free Property
Property description
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Guest reviews
Very good
Based on 1,001 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
7%
Couple
65%
Family
7%
Group
12%
Solo
7%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Across reviews of The Lighthorseman, travellers highlight its walkable location near York’s sights and free on-site parking, friendly pub atmosphere and staff, and generally comfortable, basic rooms that suit short stays, though the building and decor are clearly dated.
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Ian
Apr 19, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Dora
Apr 19, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Jo
Apr 4, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Kent
Apr 4, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Frederik
Mar 26, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Location
With a stay at The Lighthorseman in York (Fishergate), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Shambles and York Minster. This inn is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from York Racecourse and 0.3 mi (0.6 km) from York Barbican.
More location infoFAQs
Free self parking is available on-site.
English breakfasts are served on weekdays from 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM and on weekends from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee of approximately GBP 12.50 per person.
Check-in is from 3:00 PM until 9:00 PM, and check-out is by 10:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.
The property is not wheelchair accessible and does not provide specific accessibility features such as step-free entrances or wheelchair-accessible facilities.
The property is located in Fishergate, York, within a 5-minute drive of Shambles and York Minster. It is approximately 1.4 miles from the University of York and 1.6 miles from York Racecourse.
Children are allowed at the property, and there is no minimum age requirement for children to stay for free.
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