🇬🇧 York, United Kingdom
Moxy York
📍 Black Horse Ln, York YO1 7NE, UK
Your stay — Moxy York
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The Property — Moxy York
Moxy York trades on a deliberately playful, budget-conscious vibe: a concrete-floor lobby with ping-pong tables, barista coffee, and a bar that does double duty as check-in. Rooms are compact but cleverly designed, with peg walls for hanging gear and proper rainfall showers. It suits younger travellers or anyone who values location and a lively common space over olde-worlde charm.
Yorkの歴史
York began as the Roman fortress of Eboracum in 71 AD, later became the Viking trading centre Jorvik, and its medieval walls still wrap the city centre. The Minster, built over 250 years, is the largest Gothic cathedral in northern Europe. By the 19th century, York was a railway hub—the National Railway Museum sits on the site of the old engine sheds. Today, it balances heritage tourism with a sharp food scene and two universities that keep the city young.
Best Time to Visit
York完全ガイド →Best months
June to August: long, often warm days (17-21°C) and most attractions open late. April to May also work: fewer crowds, spring blooms, and still decent weather.
Peak / festival surge
August and the first week of September (York Races Ebor Festival). Hotel prices can double; book very early. The Jorvik Viking Festival in February also packs the city, but weather is cold.
Budget shoulder season
October to November, or March to early April. Hotel rates drop 30-40%, queues shrink, and the city is still lively. Risk of rain but far fewer coach tours.
Weather & packing
York is famously damp—rain can start and stop six times in an afternoon. Pack a waterproof shell and a light mid-layer year-round, even in June.
Live City Briefing — York
- York’s inner ring road has new 20mph limits on most residential streets; expect slower taxis and ride-shares if staying outside the walls.
- The Shambles remains packed on weekends—visit before 10am or after 5pm to avoid gridlock.
- City of York Council has extended the pedestrianised area around Parliament Street; look for the new cycle stands and seating rather than car access.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Moxy York, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the ground floor (accessible via the side ramp at the main entrance) for easier access and proximity to the wheelchair-accessible room. This floor is likely to be quieter as it's closer to the main entrance and away from the potential noise of the lift.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms near the lift, especially on higher floors, as it might be a source of noise, especially if it's a busy hotel. Additionally, rooms near the service entrance or the bar might be noisier due to potential staff activity and late-night noise.
Best views
Unfortunately, the hotel's location on Black Horse Ln is in a relatively quiet area, and the views might not be spectacular. However, rooms on the upper floors might offer a glimpse of the surrounding rooftops and the city's medieval architecture.
Quietest floors
Ground floor
🔊 Noise notes
Given the hotel's location on a relatively quiet street, noise from the street itself is unlikely to be a concern. However, the proximity to the city center means that there might be some background noise from pedestrians and occasional traffic.
Insider tips
Consider requesting a room with a window that faces the side street, as it might be less exposed to direct street noise. Take advantage of the free Wi-Fi and its decent speeds to stay connected during your stay, and enjoy the free Wi-Fi in the lobby and bar areas as well.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Moxy York
Free Wi-Fi for all guests, no login required; speeds around 25 Mbps download (adequate for streaming); also free in lobby and bar
Single lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections; stairs available as alternative
Digital newspapers via PressReader on lobby tablets and personal devices (free access code at check-in); no physical papers; building is a converted 19th-century maltings with exposed brick and original timber trusses retained
Check-in from 15:00; early bag drop allowed from 07:00 (no charge). Late check-out until 12:00 free, after 12:00 subject to £30 fee until 14:00, after 14:00 charged full night
Complimentary left luggage service at reception, no time limit during your stay; unattended storage not available
Step-free access via side ramp at main entrance; wheelchair-accessible room on ground floor; lift serves all floors; accessible toilet in lobby; no hearing loops
No on-site parking; nearest public car park is Monk Bar Car Park (Monk Bar, York YO31 7JA), £18 per 24h; also NCP Marygate (Marygate, York YO30 7DE) £15 per 24h; no EV charging at hotel
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (no separate city/tourist tax in York; VAT included in rate)
Deposit & card hold: Advance deposit equal to first night charged at booking; £50 incidental hold per stay on credit/debit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Church of St. Denys (199 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: St George's Catholic Church (209 m · ~3 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: York Buddhist Centre (304 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: Calvary Chapel (387 m · ~5 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Coppergate Centre — 504 m · ~6 min walk
Eye of York — 452 m · ~6 min walk
York Castle Museum — 427 m · ~5 min walk
Friargate Theatre — 707 m · ~9 min walk
Cemetery Road Playground — 895 m · ~11 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 62 m · ~1 min walk
Boots — 827 m · ~10 min walk
One Stop — 70 m · ~1 min walk
York — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →British Pound, GBP
Use high-street banks or post offices for better rates than airport/tourist bureaux; ATMs are widely available throughout York city centre and withdraw GBP directly from your account.
Card and contactless payments are standard; most establishments accept Visa/Mastercard, and contactless/mobile pay (Apple Pay, Google Pay) widely accepted in shops and restaurants.
10-15% in restaurants if service isn't included; rounding up or £1-2 for casual cafés is normal; taxis typically rounded up to nearest pound, hotel staff £1-2 per service appreciated but not obligatory.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Chain café coffee (Greggs, Costa) or independent high street coffee shops typically £2-3.50 for a standard cappuccino.
Meal deal from supermarket (sandwich, snack, drink) around £3.50-5, or high-street chain lunch box £5-7.
Fish and chips from a takeaway around £6-10 for a main portion; curry house or Chinese main course £8-12; pub main courses £10-15.
Shambles Market (near city centre) has budget food stalls including crepes, kebabs, and Asian street food; Parliament Street and surrounding pedestrian areas have takeaway shops.
Tesco, Sainsbury's, and Lidl are the main budget supermarket chains in and around YO1; Lidl typically cheapest for basics.
Coppergate Centre and Parliament Street have standard high-street chains (Primark, Next, H&M); charity shops along Goodramgate offer budget vintage finds.
Day pass on First Bus (local operator) around £5-6; walking is free and York city centre is compact; from airport, coach services cheaper than taxis (typically £5-15 depending on route).
York Museum Trust sites offer pay-what-you-wish hours or discounted combined tickets—check their website before paying full price; walking the city walls and exploring medieval streets costs nothing; eat lunch as your main meal (better value than dinner at most restaurants).
Good to know — York
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$1 ≈ £0.74 · GBP
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in York, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Moxy York
🕒 Check-in is from 15:00. Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 62 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · Boots — 827 m · ~10 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) → York Railway Station (adjacent to hotel)
💡 Most economical option; walk 2 mins from York station to hotel; check Trainline for advance tickets
York Park & Ride Sites (5 locations) → Travelodge York Central
💡 Ideal for day trips; avoids city centre parking; Red Route (Rawcliffe) and Blue Route (Monks Cross) closest to hotel
Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) → Travelodge York Central
💡 Pre-book through hotel concierge for guaranteed rate; journey time increases to 90+ mins during rush hour
Leeds Bradford Airport / York City Centre → Travelodge York Central
💡 Budget-friendly for airport transfers; use First Bus app for local city transit; hotel is 3 mins walk from Rougier Street bus stops
Yorkについて
Wikipedia ↗
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Moxy York?
Request a room on the ground floor (accessible via the side ramp at the main entrance) for easier access and proximity to the wheelchair-accessible room. This floor is likely to be quieter as it's closer to the main entrance and away from the potential noise of the lift.
Which rooms should I avoid at Moxy York?
Avoid rooms near the lift, especially on higher floors, as it might be a source of noise, especially if it's a busy hotel. Additionally, rooms near the service entrance or the bar might be noisier due to potential staff activity and late-night noise.
Is Moxy York noisy?
Given the hotel's location on a relatively quiet street, noise from the street itself is unlikely to be a concern. However, the proximity to the city center means that there might be some background noise from pedestrians and occasional traffic.
Which rooms have the best views at Moxy York?
Unfortunately, the hotel's location on Black Horse Ln is in a relatively quiet area, and the views might not be spectacular. However, rooms on the upper floors might offer a glimpse of the surrounding rooftops and the city's medieval architecture.
What are insider tips for staying at Moxy York?
Consider requesting a room with a window that faces the side street, as it might be less exposed to direct street noise. Take advantage of the free Wi-Fi and its decent speeds to stay connected during your stay, and enjoy the free Wi-Fi in the lobby and bar areas as well.
What time is check-in at Moxy York?
Check-in at Moxy York is from 15:00. Check-out is by 11:00.
Does Moxy York have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi for all guests, no login required; speeds around 25 Mbps download (adequate for streaming); also free in lobby and bar
Is there a city or tourist tax at Moxy York?
None (no separate city/tourist tax in York; VAT included in rate)
Where can I eat cheaply near Moxy York?
Meal deal from supermarket (sandwich, snack, drink) around £3.50-5, or high-street chain lunch box £5-7.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Moxy York?
Day pass on First Bus (local operator) around £5-6; walking is free and York city centre is compact; from airport, coach services cheaper than taxis (typically £5-15 depending on route).
When is the best time to visit York?
June to August: long, often warm days (17-21°C) and most attractions open late. April to May also work: fewer crowds, spring blooms, and still decent weather.
Yorkのトップ観光スポット
💡 Go before 9am to see it almost empty. The Shambles Market at the end has cheap street food (try the curry naan wrap for £4). Don't pay to visit the 'Harry Potter shops' – they're gimmicky and overpriced.
💡 The Undercroft is free for York Card holders. Otherwise, just wander the grounds and look at the statues and Roman wall fragments. Entry to the Minster itself costs £18, so stick to the outside.
💡 Enter via Marygate for the best abbey views. Picnic on the grass near the observatory. In summer, free outdoor theatre performances sometimes happen. The museum itself costs £8 – skip it unless you're a Roman enthusiast.
💡 Go on weekday afternoons when school groups thin out. The free guided tour at 11am is excellent. Avoid the overpriced cafe; bring a packed lunch and sit in the Great Hall.
💡 Start at Bootham Bar early morning to avoid crowds. The stretch between Monk Bar and Layerthorpe is quieter and has good views of the Minster.