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The Fat Badger

4.0 star property
Inn with bars, steps from York Minster

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Garden
Superior Double Room
Exterior
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
2 bars/lounges

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$172
includes taxes & fees
10 Mar - 11 Mar

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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
  • Airport, Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Single Room

Standard Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 7 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Double Room | View from room

Superior Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Room

  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Four Poster Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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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

  • ‪Brew & Brownie - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bootham Tavern - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Eagle & Child - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Fat Badger

Inn with bars, steps from York Minster
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 14.95 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
  • Smoke-free property

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 14.95 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
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.

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 16 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Fat Badger on 10 Mar 2026 start from AU$171.79, 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. 290 out of 546 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 160 out of 546 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 59 out of 546 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 546 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 546 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about The Fat badger was great! The location couldn't have been better for getting to and from the bus station or railway station. The accommodation was great! The room was so clean and well maintained. The staff everywhere was so helpful. The breakfast was so tasty with a lot of options. I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
First and foremost, this is not a five-star accommodation. However, if you’re looking for an hotel with old charm with a beer garden and fantastic staff, this will foot the bill. The beer garden had the best mac & cheese and parsnip soup you’ve ever had in your life. Location is extremely convenient to the train station, York Minster, restaurants, pubs and shopping. They’re not a lot of rooms and there is no elevator. Some doors may not close, and floors may be a little warped, but it is worth the price for a quaint accommodation that has everything. If you need accessible lodging, this is not for you.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We love the fat badger. The staff are really friendly, the accommodation is warm and cozy. The location is perfect. Its only a couple of hundred feet from cathedral and shops.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Helen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful old pub/inn. Great location, helpful staff and an excellent breakfast. Lots of narrow stairs so ask for a room on a lower floors if stairs are an issue!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

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

6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Fantastic location, however small bedroom and squeaky bed. Also due to the summer weather very warm as no air con. Lovely and friendly people and the secret beer garden is great. Thanks
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very old property with an antique charm. Our bedroom was very well taken care of. Our only complaint would be the bathroom being a little narrow and damp. But these are things that must be traded off for when considering the age of the building. Its proximity to the Yorkminster made it very nice and easy. The food and drink as well as food service was very good. Servers and bartender were knowledgeable about the drinks and gave us good advice when it was needed.
Dining room
Secret garden
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

michael

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Old and very small rooms
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Thomas, London

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Standard inn room. Hot days, no AC, but the window was only able to be opened 75mm so no way to effectively cool the room, even at night.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Sarah

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Megs

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful old building in great area
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Starr

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent location & food, charming atmosphere

AMAZING location in a historic inn, cute views from my 4th-floor room (naturally no elevator, so keep that in mind). The food and drinks were top-notch, and it's only a short walk to York Minster and the art gallery, Yorkshire Museum, Museum Gardens, etc. I will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Travelled with partner
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

10/10 Excellent

Margaux

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I don’t think I’ve ever been so happy with a hotel. In addition to the perfect, convenient location and good value, the staff was so kind and the room so charming and thoughtful. I wish I had more than one night!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sian

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Just really good, fantastic secret garden and centrally placed in York, the staff were excellent as well
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas W

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

8/10 Good

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
A quirky room,clean,somewhat cramped....distance between mattress and floor wider than distance between corner of bed and drinks table. Bit of a squeeze...a larger person would have to roll over bed to get to window. Facilities good but personally no need for TV...it's York why stay in watching TV?
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, lovely shower. Staff are friendly. Convenient for food and option for room service. Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Caroline

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025