Clifton Travel Guide
York
Popular places to visit
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.
Shambles
Find out about the history of York with a stop at Shambles. Discover the area's shops or seek out its local tours.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Clifton
The Churchill Hotel
The bathroom needs cleaning properly! The sink had a residue in it ( I wiped it down with a small towel and the only cleaning product to hand….shower gel! ). There is some black mould starting on the tiles and water damage at the bottom of the door frame in side the bathroom. The room was very hot ...
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Hotel Clementine
This hotel is beautiful, great location at just 15minute walk into town centre. Charge to park the car but it was worth it to have it nice and safe for the two days we were there. Gorgeous area, lovely walk into town. Hotel decor is tasteful but unique, lots of effort has gone into making the place ...
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
No.1 by GuestHouse, York
Hedley House Hotel Wellness and Spa
We have stayed at Hedley House many times this time choosing the Deluxe Double booked via Hotels.com. The rooms have recently been refurbished and were even better than we expected. Staff members were as warm & welcoming as always. We will definitely return again
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
B+B York
Didn't need parking and didn't use the bar. Breakfast was good but something like muesli, stewed fruit would have been helpful.
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
The Crescent Guest House
A fabulous place to stay in York. So close to everything that we walked everywhere. Our room was lovely with a great view of the pretty neighbourhood. Mo was an exceptional and welcoming host. Highly recommend 😃
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Clifton
Bootham
While visiting Bootham, you might make a stop by sights like York Theatre Royal and St. Mary's Abbey.
The Groves
If you're spending some time in The Groves, Clarence Gardens and Yearsley Pool are top sights worth seeing.
City Centre
If you're spending some time in City Centre, Merchant Adventurers' Hall and Shambles are top sights worth seeing.
Bishophill
If you're spending some time in Bishophill, Micklegate Bar and Yorvik Brass Rubbing Centre are top sights worth seeing.
Holgate
While visiting Holgate, you might make a stop by sights like National Railway Museum and York Cold War Bunker.
Layerthorpe
When in Layerthorpe, you can plan a visit to Merchant Adventurers' Hall and Shambles, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
