Title: The Fat Badger (Inn) - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=5489&destination=York%2C+England%2C+United+Kingdom&selected=2597650&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Fat Badger This sophisticated inn near York Minster offers travelers a stylish retreat from city exploration, with garden spaces perfect for afternoon relaxation. ## Photo gallery for The Fat Badger ![Garden - The Fat Badger (York)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2597700/2597650/c7cb5eb2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - The Fat Badger (York)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2597700/2597650/c9ff6071.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bars/lounges - The Fat Badger (York)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2597700/2597650/86af4240.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - The Fat Badger (York)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2597700/2597650/f51198ce.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Superior Double Room - The Fat Badger (York)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2597700/2597650/f98f56bc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Fat Badger in York's center offers a peaceful garden and terrace. Guests can enjoy drinks at two bars or dine at the restaurant. High-speed WiFi, luggage storage, and dry cleaning services ensure a comfortable, hassle-free stay in this historic city. ## Reviews 8.6 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Free WiFi - Bar - Laundry - Housekeeping ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Mar. 22 - Mar. 23](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-22&endDate=2026-03-23&selected=2597650&PinnedHotelID=2597650&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-22&endDate=2026-03-23&selected=2597650&PinnedHotelID=2597650&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Mar. 23 - Mar. 24](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-23&endDate=2026-03-24&selected=2597650&PinnedHotelID=2597650&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-23&endDate=2026-03-24&selected=2597650&PinnedHotelID=2597650&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Mar. 27 - Mar. 29](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=2597650&PinnedHotelID=2597650&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=2597650&PinnedHotelID=2597650&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Apr. 3 - 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Garden view - 214 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Double Room ![Deluxe Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2597700/2597650/354ed16b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room - 161 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Four Poster Double Room ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2597700/2597650/d4ea75da.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Four Poster Double Room 8.0 Very good 2 reviews - 161 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ## You may also like Ad ![Breakfast area](https://a.travel-assets.com/media/meso_cm/PAPI/Images/lodging/11000000/10170000/10169500/10169408/7d311a3c_b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) #### Harmony House York - Pet friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Business services 10.0 Exceptional 29 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/York-Hotels-Harmony-House.h10169408.Hotel-Information?chkin=2026-4-5&chkout=2026-4-6&rm1=a2®ionId=5489&destination=York&destType=MARKET&latLong=53.959679,-1.08206&searchId=03b09f84-d31c-4013-b5f8-6de707efb6fb&top_cur=CAD) Ad ![Standard Double Room, Accessible Bathtub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11790000/11785800/11785798/b58c06df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) #### Premier Inn York City - 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More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FYork-Hotels-The-Fat-Badger.h2597650.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FYork-Hotels-The-Fat-Badger.h2597650.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in City Centre, a neighborhood in York, The Fat Badger is near a train station. Notable landmarks in the area include York Minster and Barley Hall, and travelers wishing to experience a bit of culture can try Merchant Adventurers' Hall. St. Mary's Abbey and York City Walls are two other places to visit that come recommended. [Visit our York travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/York.dx5489) [View more Inns in York](https://www.expedia.ca/York-Inns.d5489-aaInns.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C53.96273%2C-1.08483&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ij3QguEcODBvBs5qclqRmWXKdaU=) 2-4 High Petergate, York, England, YO1 7EH ### What's nearby - ![York Minster featuring heritage architecture, a church or cathedral and religious aspects](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6079281/7af1e35b-9ae1-4b3b-8e1c-2734af318b57.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) York Minster 2 min walk \- 0.2 km - ![Shambles which includes heritage architecture, street scenes and a small town or village](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6164998/a6ae3c21-2534-4210-8026-d313704406bf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Shambles 5 min walk \- 0.4 km - ![A christmas market stall](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621557931404/aaa36c69-0c71-4c57-986e-ac8797547d9f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) York Christmas Market 6 min walk \- 0.6 km - ![York showing heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532494844/5ec547f0-503e-4747-8379-b48108840384.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) York City Walls 8 min walk \- 0.7 km - ![Jorvik Viking Centre which includes interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6079231/2e71b239-ef3f-4efe-9b6d-00e7947daccd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) 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 Upscale inn near York Minster Located close to Barley Hall and St. Mary's Abbey, The Fat Badger provides a terrace, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with 2 bars and a restaurant. Other perks at this inn include: - Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage - Smoke-free premises - Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff Room features All guestrooms at The Fat Badger offer amenities such as free WiFi. 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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - No onsite parking available ### Food and drink - Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 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 elevator - 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 available Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11 AM Contactless check-out available ### 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 Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 17.95 per person The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### 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 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms ### Property is also known as Lamb & Lion Inn Lamb & Lion Inn York Lamb Lion York Lamb And Lion Hotel York ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Fat Badger pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at The Fat Badger? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at The Fat Badger? ### What time is check-out at The Fat Badger? ### Where is The Fat Badger located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## The Fat Badger Reviews 8.6 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ### 9.2 Staff & service ### 8.4 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 295 8 - Good 160 6 - Okay 59 4 - Poor 30 2 - Terrible 7 ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sharon Jan 18, 2026 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. ##### Sharon Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ian Dec 1, 2025 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. ##### Ian Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Neil Nov 30, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Fabulous stay at the fat badger York, we stayed in room 8 top floor nice room but just a little noisy coming from the street late evenings but apart from that, excellent, Friendly staff and great food, we will be back ##### Neil Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Thomas W Jun 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Charming room; friendly staff and lovely breakfast. ##### Thomas W Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### hayley Apr 27, 2025 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. ##### hayley Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Helen Aug 26, 2025 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! ##### Helen Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### joe Feb 28, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities lovely little pub with lovely rooms, Highly recommended for drinks, supper and stay. ##### joe Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Helen Oct 18, 2025 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. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/c9dd27a9-ed67-46a6-b5ac-d2c0b58cc635-1760794867774.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Helen Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rona Jan 13, 2025 Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities Centrally located, comfortable and hospitable inn! ##### Rona Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Neal Jun 21, 2025 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 ##### Neal Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael Aug 29, 2025 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. ##### Michael Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Starr Jul 9, 2025 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! ##### Starr Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lauren Jan 15, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Lovely room, friendly staff. ##### Lauren Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peter Aug 13, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities 2nd time here and loved it,staff are great will stay again ##### Peter Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Charlotte May 14, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Wonderful atmosphere and very easy walking distance to all the main attractions. ##### Charlotte Stayed 1 night in May 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### teresa Jan 15, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Beautiful old restaurant pub and hotel, rooms are old and beautiful! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/9EC7626E4F4629DF1CF272E1DD054165DECD08501736946713990.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/0DDF305CB0DC91E8409938CF0A53739EA90041151736946713110.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### teresa Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Julie Aug 21, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We had a lovely stay. The breakfast was really good and the room was clean and water pressure in the shower was great. ##### Julie Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kevin Jan 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities The staff were very welcoming and nothing was too much trouble.the location was near to everything that we wished to see ##### Kevin Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael Aug 28, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Loved the place, central to everything. Friendly staff, great food. ##### Michael Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer Nov 6, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Lovely stay! Cute room with very comfortable bed! Fantastic food and friendly staff ##### Jennifer Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Winston Nov 6, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Best place for exploring York, so convenient for walking, shopping, so close to York minster and the Shambles. A fabulous hotel with great history. ##### Winston Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karl Mar 24, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Quirky , charming place to stay! Staff super friendly and fabulous location. ##### Karl Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rene Aug 29, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Amazing character, great location and excellent services. ##### Rene Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Dawn Mar 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Enjoyed a one night stay, room was nice and comfortable. Hotel is lovely with a hidden secret beer garden which is next to the historic wall. Had a fantastic full english breakfast - would recommend The Fat Badger. ##### Dawn Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael May 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very fun. Along city wall which is cool. Good food in pub as well. 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