It has great location, walking distance to anything you might wanna see. Staff is nice and willing to help you with any issues or queries about what to do in the city. The hostel itself is spacious (rooms, dining area, TV room), not noisy, which is always a plus. The bar is small but does the job, and if you dont want to be indoors, you always have the backyard to chill. If I go back to York, I'm staying here again

Found washing/drying a little expensive. Considering the dryer didn't actually dry my clothes properly. Something that could improve, but definitely not a deal breaker

I had an excellent stay at this hostel. For starters, it was easy to find with a relatively close location to public transport. Check-in was super easy, the rooms were clean, and the beds were good. The kitchen at this hostel is exceptionally clean, well stocked, and large enough for multiple people to cook it. Additionally, the hostel offered free tea and coffee, as well as having a bar on sight. What puts this hostel a step above the rest is its wonderful staff. From the start to the end of my stay, the staff was helpful, kind, friendly, and welcoming. On both nights of my stay, free events were scheduled by the staff for guests to join in on, and we were invited by multiple staff members to join in on the fun. Off duty staff members also got involved with these events and joined in helping to lead conversations and connect fellow travelers with each other. At 3 am on the last night of my stay, there was an incident in the common area with a fellow guest who got extremely volatile with other guests and staff members alike. During this incident, they accused multiple people of being racist and ganging up on them. At that point, an incredibly knowledgable and well-spoken, off-duty staff member stepped in and started to investigate the situation so that they could immediately recitfy any wrong doings done. The guest then, in turn, immediately dismissed this staff member, demanding that they find another member of staff that "actually understood english." In the face of the verbal abuse and aggression shown by this individual, every member of staff showed exceptional character and judgment. Regardless of the late hour, three members of off-duty staff stepped in and immediately investigated the claims this guest had made. The claims were quickly found to be false, and the complaining guest confirmed as the sole instigator.

I wish I could have stayed longer.

I had an absolutely fantastic stay at the Astor hostel hotel From the moment I arrived, the manager and staff were incredibly welcoming and attentive. They even arranged a parking bay right outside, which was a great convenience. Check-in was seamless, and as a World of Astor Member, I was delighted to receive lounge and breakfast including security luggage room-such a thoughtful perk! The staff were always eager to assist and ensured everything went smoothly for my tourist trip. The hotel’s location is perfect, with stunning city views, and the facilities were top-notch luxurious clean great hotel to explore the city. I highly recommend this hotel and look forward to returning again soon!

Easy to find, next to a bus station. Indoor/outdoor places to hangout when you don't feel like staying in your room. There's a bar, a dining area, a big kitchen, a living-room with couches, a piano and wifi. The staff is kind, easy to talk to, good advices to visit the city. The room I stayed in is for women only (4 beds) with a bathroom : clean shower, clean beds, spacious lockers. Nice breakfast : simple but cheaper than in any coffeeshop in the city.

The only issues I had were in the bedroom : there's only one big ceiling light, no bedside light. Not very convenient, especially on mornings when your roommate leaves extra early and needs the light. Same for the electrical outlets : if you get the top bunk, you won't have access to one. Happens in hostels when the building is old. Not big issues but good to know beforehand.

The staff were great, very helpful and approachable both on the phone prior to my stay and during my stay. The private room on the second night was perfect ! i just wish I had booked this for both nights!

In the shared room, the bathroom was incredibly basic and the drawers under the beds were so squeaky!! I wasn't prepared for coming back during quiet time so ended up sleeping fully clothed in order to avoid disturbing guests too much. I arrived earlier in the hope I could choose a bottom bunk but beds were assigned - this would seem more reasonable if this were shown (like theatre seats) on booking so people know what they are getting in their shared dorm.

From the first day, I was very well received by Indu, who was quick, agile and professional. In addition to Indu, all the staff I had contact with (Angus, Louise, Ash, Ellie, Patrick) were patient, respectful and efficient in resolving requests. Beautiful smiles 🤗 The vibe at the hostel is very good. The guests are kind and respectful. The kitchen is very well equipped and spacious. They offer coffee, tea and numerous condiments for free, which makes preparing meals much easier. I enjoyed having the experience of preparing food collectively and exchanging recipes with people from different countries and cultures. I felt at home. I will definitely be back and I totally recommend it.

Nothing to mention

Good room for 12 bed dorm with plenty of room with desk and private bathroom nearby. Shower separated enough from toilet to leave dry area. Nice kitchen with MW and tow EK with plenty of plates, bowls, and silverware with a big well used frig. Grey boxes for frig use available. Bar available but only canned beer and drinks available. Nice lounge area and another room with many tables. Fond great restaurant nearby with steak with peppercorn sauce at decent price. Grocery store nearby.

Draft beer would have been nice in bar. Long walk from bus/train station the only draw-back.

We had a private four bed room (two bunk beds). The hostel is close to the city centre (and a hop on hop off bus stop). The common areas are large, and the kitchen is will stocked including with a large fridge. The staff are friendly and helpful. There are regular events held, and we were lucky enough to be staying on a quiz night.

The bathroom was not particularly clean, and could have done with greater attention. Whilst the kitchen facilities were good, there was no access to a freezer, which would have been helpful for such things as ice blocks.

Loved the period house and the warm welcome and the fully equipped kitchen was fantastic. I requested a bottom bunk and was super pleased to had they confirmed. The lounge was great.. a comfy area.. lovely to have a piano abs guitars and film screen.

I’d have liked access to a kettle after 10pm to make a hot drink. Next time I’d prob bring a flask but if you’re out until 10pm that’s a drawback Curtains wld be a great addition to the bunk beds - I was on a bottom bunk and I ‘made’ curtains from a sarong and my towel. There were some handy bull dog clips already on the bunks.. useful to take with you.

There were bathrooms with each sleeping hall with a rained and a bathtub, hangout lobby was actually used and provided games and 2 chess boards, kitchen that encouraged to store and use your own food if you're into that. Erika staff performing small city tours

Breakfast is relatively meager (to be fair it is 3,50£) with only some toasts, marmalade and cereals. Staff wasn't allowed to mix tasks it seemed, could stand at the bar and behind the bar staff wasn't allowed or didn't know tabled code to sell drinks only reception could so when he was busy we had to wait. Under bed storage lock wasn't provided (common practice tho)