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About this property
This award-winning Victorian guesthouse offers 4-star accommodation and free on-site parking for all guests, just 15 minutes’ walk from York University. A delicious breakfast is provided each morning, and there is free Wi-Fi throughout the building. A picturesque, 20-minute stroll along the river will take you to the historic city centre, and York Racecourse is just a mile from Midway House. York Minster, the Jorvik Viking Centre and the famous Shambles are a short walk or 5-minute bus journey away. Rooms at Midway House are bright and individually decorated, and all offer en suite facilities, except one, which has a shared bathroom. Every room has a flat-screen TV and free tea and coffee making facilities. Midway House has a large and sunny dining room, and a residents’ lounge, which has comfortable seating and a TV.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Vinson
United Kingdom
“Clean rooms, friendly and helpful reception (helped me with food recommendations, both of which were excellent!), close to city centre (<30 mins walking distance), great value for money” - Margherita
United Kingdom
“I loved the retro decor, was made welcome and had a comfortable stay. My room was lovely and I had all I needed. Thank you to all.” - Kim
New Zealand
“A spacious, comfortable room with a super-comfy bed. The location is excellent, with the centre of York reached via a very pleasant walk along the river. The host was helpful, friendly, and informative, and having parking was really handy. Overall...” - Alan
United Kingdom
“We didn’t have breakfast. Everything was clean and tidy, no real problems at all. Excellent parking for several vehicles.” - Shuge
Germany
“good location with parking place, staff is kind but service is somehow limited, in general good” - Golebiowska-mendroch
Poland
“Very nice and helpful owner, great location close to the bus stop, delicious breakfast! Board games available and a small lounge where you could sit after checking out. I recommend it!” - Mark
United Kingdom
“Fabulous place, very near river for short walk to York” - Satu
United Kingdom
“Everything! Location is good, bed comfortable and wifi fast. I didn't have breakfast this time but last time I had and it ess super good” - Kari
United States
“Paul was very accommodating, we arrived early we checked out late, we needed breakfast, we had bikes to store, he showed us the best way to access the city and provided maps with explanation, whatever you needed Paul supplied. We had a great visit.” - Alan
United Kingdom
“Had some gluten-free options which was good to see.”
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Child policies
Children older than 6 years are welcome.
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Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.




The fine print
Please note check in times:
Check in 4pm to 8pm all days except Saturday check in is 4pm to 7pm
Later check- ins are offered via key safe by prior arrangement.
Please note, food is not permitted in rooms.
Please note that Breakfast service is available on Saturday, Sunday, Monday and Tuesday.
No group bookings of more than 3 rooms unless by prior arrangement.
Please inform Midway Guest House in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.