Hotels in Flaxton

Flaxton is not a hotel town in itself, so most visitors base themselves either at a country inn or bed and breakfast in the surrounding Vale of York villages, or choose the wider choice available in York, roughly twenty minutes' drive away. Staying in or near Flaxton suits anyone who wants genuine rural quiet with easy access to Castle Howard, the Howardian Hills and the city of York, rather than a bustling town-centre location. Country house hotels and farmhouse B&Bs are dotted through the surrounding villages, many set in converted farm buildings or Georgian houses, and typically offer a warmer, more personal welcome than a chain hotel along with home-cooked breakfasts using local produce.

For those who prefer to be within walking distance of restaurants, bars and York's historic sights, the city itself has options ranging from boutique townhouse hotels within the medieval walls to larger hotels near the railway station, with prices and availability varying considerably depending on the season and whether there is an event at York Racecourse. Wherever you choose to stay, Flaxton's position just off the A64 means Castle Howard, the Howardian Hills and central York are all a short and easy drive away, so it is worth weighing up whether you value peace and countryside views over being on the doorstep of a city's amenities.