Layerthorpe Travel Guide

York

Glen Gardens, York Glen Gardens is a small, traditional park in the suburb of Heworth. It boasts two bowling greens, tennis courts and rose gardens, and appears to be relatively free of vandalism.
Holy Trinity Church, Heworth Built in 1868/9 to serve the growing suburb of Heworth.
Heworth Church.
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View down Heworth Green towards York
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Popular places to visit

York Minster featuring heritage architecture, religious elements and a square or plaza

York Minster

The city’s emblem is known for its superb stained-glass windows, underground treasure chambers and tall tower with spectacular views.

York Minster
Shambles which includes heritage architecture and street scenes

Shambles

This picturesque cobblestone street has a fascinating medieval history and crooked buildings that appear to almost fall into one another.

Shambles
a little night time photo shot at York Racecourse

York Racecourse

You can take time to visit York Racecourse during your travels to York. Visit the shops and lively bars in this family-friendly area.

York Racecourse
A view from the atlas fountain across to Castle Howard, a beautiful stately home to visit in Yorkshire. Made famous from the television series ‘Brideshead Revisited’

Castle Howard

You can find out about the history of Henderskelfe with a stop at Castle Howard. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this relaxing area.

Castle Howard
The sun setting over a wintery day on the Heslington East campus at the University of York #goldenhour

University of York

Explore the campus of University of York during your visit to Heslington. Discover the lively bars and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

University of York
Walmgate Bar in York

York Barbican

Enjoy a show at York Barbican, a theatre with a story to tell in York. Make time for the shops and local tours in this walkable area.

York Barbican

Top hotels in Layerthorpe

Premier Inn York City Centre - Layerthorpe

Premier Inn York City Centre - Layerthorpe

3 out of 5
Foss Islands Rd York England
The price is ₹5,504 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
₹5,504
per night
15 Mar - 16 Mar
Stay at this hotel in York. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Shambles and York Minster are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (21 reviews)
New renovation

Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

Premier Inn York City Centre - Layerthorpe
Radisson Hotel York

Radisson Hotel York

4 out of 5
North Street York England
The price is ₹6,931 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
₹6,931
per night
22 Mar - 23 Mar
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,016 reviews)
Very close to old town, great location

Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026

Radisson Hotel York
Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly

Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly

3 out of 5
46-50 Piccadilly York England
The price is ₹7,364 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
₹7,364
per night
22 Mar - 23 Mar
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in York. Enjoy free breakfast, a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,579 reviews)
Great location within walking distance to all shops and tourist attractions. Tesco local next door and Sainsbury seconds away. Walkable to York train station in approx 15 mins. Very nice breakfast - friendly staff - top marks

Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026

Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly
The Milner York

The Milner York

4 out of 5
Station Road York England
The price is ₹8,719 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
₹8,719
per night
22 Mar - 23 Mar
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,727 reviews)
Amazing hotel - we had a suite and it was spacious and clean . The hotel was really nice, would recommend

Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026

The Milner York
Moxy York

Moxy York

3.5 out of 5
Black Horse Lane York England
The price is ₹7,237 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
₹7,237
per night
22 Mar - 23 Mar
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
Room & shower both very good. No wardrobe or drawers but there are pegs & hangers for clothes. Bed was very comfortable. Staff very friendly & thank you for the message on the mirror for our anniversary ! Location of the hotel is very good. Approx 20 min walk from train station but you can take a ...

Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026

Moxy York
The Grand, York

The Grand, York

5 out of 5
Station Rise York England
The price is ₹16,603 per night from 19 Mar to 20 Mar
₹16,603
per night
19 Mar - 20 Mar
Stay at this luxury hotel in York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,156 reviews)
A Grand Hotel indeed. The Hotel is very close to York Railway Station and has all the facilities one would expect from a five-star hotel. The rooms are very spacious, clean and modern looking with all aspects of your stay taken care of prior (if required by the staff) The rooms are also serviced ...

Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026

The Grand, York
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Other neighbourhoods around Layerthorpe

Walmgate Bar, York Looking west from Jenny's Fish & Chips on the corner of Lawrence Street. The gate or 'bar' in York's city walls still has its original 12th century archway with portcullis and 15th century wooden gates

Foss Islands

Though Foss Islands may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Walmgate Bar and York Barbican.

Foss Islands
Beautiful York

The Groves

If you're spending some time in The Groves, Clarence Gardens and Yearsley Pool are top sights worth seeing.

The Groves
York Minster

City Centre

If you're spending some time in City Centre, Merchant Adventurers' Hall and Shambles are top sights worth seeing.

City Centre
The Yorkshire Museum in York.

Bootham

While visiting Bootham, you might make a stop by sights like York Theatre Royal and Yorkshire Museum Gardens.

Bootham
Tang Hall Park Osbaldwick beck runs along the side of Tang Hall Park. The park itself runs between Tang Hall Lane and Melrosegate.

Hull Road

Hull Road might not have many top sights, but Walmgate Bar and York Barbican are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Hull Road
Aerial view of York minster in England

Bishophill

If you're spending some time in Bishophill, Micklegate Bar and Yorvik Brass Rubbing Centre are top sights worth seeing.

Bishophill

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