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The Fat Badger

Property class: 4

Photo gallery for The Fat Badger

A bedroom with a bed, a yellow armchair, a wooden bench, a desk, and a window with curtains.
An outdoor patio area with wooden picnic tables and wicker chairs, surrounded by greenery and a stone wall.
A dining area with a wooden table and brown leather booth seating, framed pictures on the wall, and a window with a view.
A cozy restaurant with wooden furniture, a bar area, and a stone wall.
A bar area with wooden stools, a bar counter, and a seating area with benches and chairs.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$217
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept

Explore the area

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2-4 High Petergate, York, England, YO1 7EH
  • Place, York Minster
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Shambles
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, York City Walls
    ‪8 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Small Queen Room

A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, window with patterned curtains, chandelier, door, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

Small Queen Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 7 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Double Room

A bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a pedestal sink, a toilet, and a mirror with an ornate frame.

Standard Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room with Garden View

A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a window with a view, and a door.

Deluxe Double Room with Garden View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room

A bedroom with a bed, a yellow armchair, a wooden bench, a desk, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Double Room

  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Four Poster Double Room

A four-poster bed, a wooden floor, a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Four Poster Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room

A bedroom with a bed, a yellow armchair, a wooden bench, a desk, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Double Room

  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

York

The Fat Badger places you in the centre of York, steps from York Minster and within a short 5-minute stroll of Barley Hall. Highlights at this inn include 2 bars/lounges and a restaurant. .This smoke-free inn offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a terrace. Additionally, you'll find a garden, dry cleaning/laundry services and luggage storage. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 10 AM. .Places within a short walk of this 4-property class City Centre inn include St. Mary's Abbey and Treasurer's House.
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What's nearby

  • York Minster - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Shambles - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • York Christmas Market - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • York City Walls - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Jorvik Viking Centre - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • York Station - 10 min walk
  • Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bettys Café Tea Rooms - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪House Of The Trembling Madness - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bootham Tavern - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Northern Monk Refectory // YRK - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Fat Badger

There's a restaurant on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Public spaces have free WiFi. The Fat Badger also features a terrace, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services.

This 4-star York inn is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
The Fat Badger offers 12 accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. 32-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels and Netflix.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include free toiletries and fans. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10 AM for a fee: GBP 17.95 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately GBP 17.95 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Lamb & Lion Inn
Lamb & Lion Inn York
Lamb Lion York
Lamb And Lion Hotel York

Frequently asked questions

Does The Fat Badger serve breakfast?

You bet, cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily from 7:30 AM to 10 AM.

How much does it cost to stay at The Fat Badger?

As of 15 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Fat Badger on 31 Aug 2026 start from AU$217, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Fat Badger?

No, The Fat Badger does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Fat Badger?

Yep, you can grab a meal at The Fat Badger's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Fat Badger?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Fat Badger?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Fat Badger Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 309 out of 582 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 172 out of 582 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 64 out of 582 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 582 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 582 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing breakfast and really lovely staff. Very cute rooms, the secret beer garden is wonderful. Would recommend and return
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jackie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay. Great room, fab breakfast and lovely staff. Very convenient and close to all attractions
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Sarah

Clean room friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Christa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed at The Fat Badger as a solo traveler, experiencing York for the first time. I’m so glad I chose this accommodation, not only for its cosy, relaxing atmosphere, but also its modern touches and ideal central location. There is such charm there that one can’t get from a hotel chain. I also found the staff very friendly and always ready to assist. I look forward to my next stay at The Fat Badger.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was fantastic - especially the friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible stay! The room was so cute and clean. Staff were legends for hauling my heavy bag up and down the stairs for me without complaint.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The secret garden is a great addition, but can get very busy . If staying over get a room on a lower floor , we were on the top floor , 6 flights of creaky stairs . Breakfast was good .
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room with extremely comfy bed and pillows. Delicious breakfast and friendly welcoming staff. Very quirky and we loved staying in an historic building inside the walls of York.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Luanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We found The Fat Badger to be the perfect place to stay in historic walkable York.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Richard

The room was fine, and the breakfast good. It's well situated in the centre of the old city. The only issue for a 79 year old was our room was three floors up with no lift. The staff were very helpful carrying luggage for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All good - will return!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Thomas W

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Charming room; friendly staff and lovely breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, right in the heart of York, next to the Minister. Helpful friendly staff provide a great service, excellent breakfast and good selection of local hand pulled brews at the bar.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rona

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Centrally located, comfortable and hospitable inn!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
lovely little pub with lovely rooms, Highly recommended for drinks, supper and stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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8/10 Good

hayley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were really friendly, room was lovely and comfy. And it was perfect location for what we had planned for our visit.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful beer garden in the back. Nice restaurant/bar inside.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the character and amazing Sunday dinner!! Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful atmosphere and very easy walking distance to all the main attractions.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
2nd time here and loved it,staff are great will stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Megs

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful old building in great area
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, but it is an old building which inevitably presents a few challenges when being maintained. The staff we met were happy and extremely friendly, special mention to the waitress at breakfast who explained she had been there for 26 years, what a great sense of humour. The property is within half a mile of the main station, well situated, and just stone’s throw from the Minster. I would happily stay there again when I next visit York
Our bedroom
The Minster
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful surroundings close to cathedral and great dining options.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019