Holiday apartment in York
Find the perfect holiday apartment or ideal holiday house in York (United Kingdom) – with more space, a private kitchen, and full privacy.
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How much does a holiday to York and surrounding area cost?
Currently, offers for York and surrounding area start at 841 €. The average offer price is around 1,113 € (3 accommodations in comparison, as of 15 October 2026).
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When is the best time to visit York?
The best time to visit York is May to September (14-21 °C, long days). December for the York Christmas Market (St Nicholas Fair). October for Ghost Walks at dusk.. In summer: 14-22 °C, pleasant with occasional showers, Yorkshire is green. In winter: 2-7 °C, cold and damp, occasional frost, atmospheric foggy days over the Minster.
Best travel time
May to September (14-21 °C, long days). December for the York Christmas Market (St Nicholas Fair). October for Ghost Walks at dusk.
Summer
14-22 °C, pleasant with occasional showers, Yorkshire is green
Winter
2-7 °C, cold and damp, occasional frost, atmospheric foggy days over the Minster
Highlights
Fascinating culture, Family-friendly environment
Is a holiday rental in York worth it?
A holiday apartment in York offers you the perfect combination of independence and comfort. Enjoy Fascinating culture, Family-friendly environment and experience York like a local – with your own retreat after an action-packed day.
York is England's most historic city — a living history book where Roman walls, Viking relics, medieval streets, and a Gothic cathedral coexist in close quarters. The walkable city wall from the 14th century encloses an old town that has been continuously inhabited for 2,000 years.
York Minster is the largest Gothic cathedral in Northern Europe: 158 meters long, featuring the largest medieval stained glass window in the world (Great East Window, as large as a tennis court) and a crypt that reveals Roman foundations from the 4th century. Climbing the tower (275 steps) offers a 360-degree view over York and the Yorkshire Moors.
The Shambles is England's best-preserved medieval street: The overhanging timber-framed houses from the 14th century lean so far towards each other that you can almost reach out and shake hands. The street inspired Diagon Alley in Harry Potter and is now lined with tea shops, fudge stores, and a Harry Potter shop.
The Jorvik Viking Centre brings York's Viking history to life: On the site of the largest Viking find in Britain (1976-1981), you travel through a reconstructed Viking village from the 10th century via time machine — complete with authentic smells (including the Viking latrine). York was once known as Jórvík and was the capital of the Viking kingdom in England.
What are the highlights of York?
Largest Gothic cathedral in Northern Europe: largest medieval stained glass window in the world, Roman crypt, and 360° panorama from the tower (275 steps).
England's best-preserved medieval street: overhanging timber-framed houses from the 14th century, inspiration for Harry Potter's Diagon Alley.
Time machine through a 10th-century Viking village: authentic reconstruction with genuine smells at the largest excavation in Britain.
Best-preserved medieval city wall in England: 3.4 km circular walk with views of the Minster, the old town, and the four historic city gates (Bars).
Largest railway museum in the world: Flying Scotsman, Mallard (fastest steam locomotive), royal carriages, and Japanese Shinkansen — free entry.
Norman keep on an artificial hill: 360° panorama over York, tragic site of the Jewish massacre of 1190.
How well are the hotels in York and surrounding area rated?
The 1 rated accommodations in York and surrounding area have an average recommendation of 100 %.
What should I look out for when renting in York?
The best time to visit York is May to September (14-21 °C, long days). December for the York Christmas Market (St Nicholas Fair). October for Ghost Walks at dusk.. For the cheapest holiday apartments, we recommend booking early – especially in peak season, popular accommodations get booked up quickly. Pay attention to reviews from previous guests and check if final cleaning and bed linen are included in the price.
Is a holiday rental worth it for a longer stay?
Holiday apartments are particularly suitable for longer stays: From a week onwards, the price per night often drops significantly. Use the private kitchen to save money, and enjoy the freedom to shape your day at your own pace – without fixed meal times or hotel rules.
Which tools help you plan your York holiday?
4 free tools help you plan your trip to York: Holiday finder, Budget calculator, Packing list and CO₂ calculator. They work directly in your browser.
Where else are there holiday rentals in the United Kingdom?
Besides York, there are more holiday rentals destinations in the United Kingdom with their own page and price comparison: London, Isle of Skye, Scotland and Edinburgh and 2 more.
