York is a stunning city to visit at any time of the year, but perhaps particularly so in winter when the festive markets are open and the city is decorated with festive lights and several festive events are scheduled. Please find details of Christmas in York at the Visit York website below:http://www.visityork.org/christmas.aspx
There is a multitude of accommodation options throughout the city centre that can be explored at the Visit York website:
http://www.visityork.org/book/
There are also hotels closer to the university, for example the Travelodge York Hull Road, that are within easy walking distance of the venue within the Department of Biology at the University of York.
Budget accommodation is also available on site at the University of York: