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.
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

Shambles which includes heritage architecture and street scenes

Shambles

Find out about the history of York with a stop at Shambles. Discover the area's shops or seek out its local tours.

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

York Minster

You can find out about the history of York with a stop at York Minster. Discover the area's shops or seek out its local tours.

York Minster
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 top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.

York Racecourse
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
Jorvik Viking Centre

Jorvik Viking Centre

You can browse the exhibits at Jorvik Viking Centre, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to York. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.

Jorvik Viking Centre
York St. John University.

York St. John University

Explore the campus of York St. John University as part of your travels around York. Discover the area's shops or seek out its local tours.

York St. John University

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 1.649.308 ₫ per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
1.649.308 ₫
1.979.169 ₫ total
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
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! (20 reviews)
Room was clean and comfortable. Staff were friendly. Our family enjoyed the buffet breakfast too. Great value for a family on a budget.

Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026

Premier Inn York City Centre - Layerthorpe
The Milner York

The Milner York

4 out of 5
Station Road York England
The price is 2.226.566 ₫ per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
2.226.566 ₫
2.671.879 ₫ total
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,703 reviews)
Reception staff very friendly

Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

The Milner York
Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly

Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly

3 out of 5
46-50 Piccadilly York England
The price is 2.210.073 ₫ per night from 5 Mar to 6 Mar
2.210.073 ₫
2.652.087 ₫ total
5 Mar - 6 Mar
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,524 reviews)
..

Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly
Moxy York

Moxy York

3.5 out of 5
Black Horse Lane York England
The price is 2.032.183 ₫ per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
2.032.183 ₫
2.438.619 ₫ total
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
Great location and best breakfast since being vegan, everything clearly labelled and lots of options!

Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

Moxy York
Malmaison York

Malmaison York

4 out of 5
2 ROUGIER STREET York England
The price is 2.597.660 ₫ per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
2.597.660 ₫
3.117.192 ₫ total
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,301 reviews)
The room was very clean and spacious. Automatic lighting was a nice touch, and even though we stayed in Malmaison Manchester last year, the rooms were very unique. The bathroom and shower room were spotless and all of the staff were lovely and helpful

Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026

Malmaison York
Delta Hotels by Marriott York

Delta Hotels by Marriott York

4 out of 5
Tadcaster Road York England
The price is 1.828.965 ₫ per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
1.828.965 ₫
2.194.758 ₫ total
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (657 reviews)
Large room. V clean. Nice staff

Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

Delta Hotels by Marriott 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 York Barbican and Merchant Adventurers' Hall.

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 St. Mary's Abbey.

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 York Barbican and Walmgate Bar 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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