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title: "The Apple House, York: reviews, location & comparison"
description: "The Apple House in York: rated 9.5 by guests, 4-star. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side."
url: https://stayversus.com/en/hotel/the-apple-house-york/
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source: StayVersus (https://stayversus.com)
retrieved: 2026-10-13
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Guesthouse · ★★★★
# The Apple House

Scarcroft, York, United Kingdom

9.5 ·  Exceptional 98 reviews ·  #1 #1 of 76 in York ·  4.7/5 on Google, 287 reviews ·  7.6 Location score
## About The Apple House

The Apple House is a guesthouse in Scarcroft, York, United Kingdom. It holds a 4-star rating. Guests rate it 9.5 out of 10 across 98 reviews. Facilities include free breakfast, free wi-fi. It is 1.3 km from the centre of York. The nearest beach is 940 m away. The nearest airport, Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA), is 38 km away.

- **Type:** Guesthouse

- **Star rating:** ★★★★

- **Check-in from:** 14:00

- **Check-out until:** 10:00

- **Rooms:** 12

- **Floors:** 4

- **Other stays within 500 m:** 15

74-76 Holgate Rd [applehouseyork.co.uk](http://www.applehouseyork.co.uk/)

## How The Apple House scores

Better rated than 99% of hotels in York

-   Guest rating **9.5**
-   Location **7.6**
-   Beach access **7.1**
-   Public transport **8.4**

York average

## Rating on Google

4.7/5

287 Google reviews

-   5★73%
-   4★21%
-   3★5%
-   2★0%
-   1★1%

From the property’s public Google Maps listing. It is shown for reference and is not part of the StayVersus score.

## Amenities

### Food & drink

-   Free breakfast

### Internet

-   Free Wi-Fi

### Parking & transport

-   Parking

### Services

-   Luggage storage

### In the rooms

-   Air conditioning

Based on the property listing at our booking partner.

## Location

- **Location score:** **7.6**/10

- **Walk grade:** **71**/100 Good for walkers

- **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **33**

- **Sights within 1 km:** **13**

<table class="dist" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tbody data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest beach<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">York Beach</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">940 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">15 min walk</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest station<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">York Train</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">440 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">7 min walk</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest airport<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA)</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">38 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">86 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Distance to the centre<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">York</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">1.3 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">21 min walk</span></td></tr></tbody></table>

### Sights nearby

-   York Train Muesem490 m
-   Karting Nation Tockwith490 m
-   Micklegate Bar Museum500 m
-   York Zero Post530 m
-   National Dribbling Imbecile Museum560 m
-   National Railway Museum720 m

## The Apple House: in detail

Great care is taken to ensure guests experience comfort through top-notch services and amenities. Remain linked during your visit by utilizing the complimentary internet access available. Parking is accessible, supplied by the hotel for guests who arrive by car. Reception services featuring luggage storage are available to cater to your requirements. Need some relaxation? Your room features daily housekeeping to make your stay even more comfortable and enjoyable. In limited designated zones, smoking is exclusively permitted. Crafted for coziness, every guestroom provides an array of features, guaranteeing a tranquil night's sleep while maintaining the level of comfort. For an elevated experience at hotel, select rooms are equipped with air conditioning to improve your stay. Expand your in-room entertainment choices with various amenities, such as television offered in certain accommodations. Rest assured that your hydration needs will be met, as some guestrooms are equipped with a refrigerator, bottled water, instant coffee and instant tea. Maintain your cleanliness and comfort using a hair dryer and toiletries available in select guest restrooms. Each morning at The Apple House, a scrumptious, homemade breakfast kick-starts the day.

### Compare

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## Questions about The Apple House

### How do guests rate The Apple House?

The Apple House has a guest rating of 9.5 out of 10 from 98 reviews, which is better than 99% of rated hotels in York.

### What are the check-in and check-out times at The Apple House?

Check-in starts at 14:00 and check-out is until 10:00.

### Does The Apple House include breakfast?

The listing mentions free breakfast. Check the room you book to confirm it is included.

### Is there parking at The Apple House?

Yes, parking is available; charges may apply.

### How far is The Apple House from the airport?

The nearest airport, Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA), is 38 km away in a straight line.

### Is The Apple House close to the beach?

The nearest beach is 940 m from the hotel.

### How many rooms does The Apple House have?

The Apple House has 12 rooms on 4 floors.

Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. [How we score](https://stayversus.com/en/about/)

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