Hull Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Hull Marina which includes heritage elements, a bay or harbour and night scenes
Hull which includes street scenes as well as a large group of people
Streetlife Museum of Transport which includes interior views
The Deep featuring general coastal views, night scenes and modern architecture
Ferens Art Gallery featuring interior views and art as well as a small group of people
Whether it’s exciting history, shopping or entertaining nightlife you are after, Hull has it all. The city has reinvented itself in recent years with attractions and a lively social scene making it a popular travel destination within East Yorkshire.

Regardless of budget and taste, there is a wide variety of accommodation in East Riding of Yorkshire to suit all needs. From coastal retreats to countryside bed and breakfast cottages, Hull City also has a wide range of hotels from spa boutique to budget.

Hull has an abundance of museums in what is now known as its museum quarter. Explore the city’s history in the Hull and East Riding Museum for archaeology and local history. Lovers of art should stop by the Ferns Art Gallery.

Hulls rich fishing heritage is celebrated in the city’s Maritime Museum. Interactive displays and life sized polar bears all contribute to make the museum an enjoyable experience for children as well.

Rugby league is the city’s number one sport, with Hull boasting two top flight teams. Traditionally those people from the east of Hull are Hull KR fans whilst those in the west support Hull FC. If you get the opportunity take in a match, do it the atmosphere in the city on match day is electric.

Hull takes great pride in the city Humber Bridge, a beautiful piece of engineering. The bridge held the record for the world’s longest suspension bridge for 16 years helping connect East Riding of Yorkshire with North Lincolnshire.

If it is a day at the beach you seek there is a selection of beaches in East Riding of Yorkshire to choose from, Fraisthorpe Beach in Bridlington is a real hidden gem. With miles of golden sandy beach for children to enjoy, it’s perfect for spending a sunny afternoon with the family. The coastal town of Bridlington is steeped in history with a 900 year old working harbour and an award winning promenade.

Yorkshire

Explore wider Yorkshire. The Yorkshire Wolds is considered one of the UK’s most popular rambling spots, thanks to its gorgeous walking trails that run through beautiful valleys and villages in the Yorkshire countryside.

Many of the walks take you through the bustling market towns that dot the landscape. One of the most popular trails is eighty miles long, the famous Yorkshire Wolds National Trail. You can choose your own starting and end point, where you will be assured of wooded valleys and sunny hilltops.

Alternatively Beverley Minster is one of Britain’s finest examples of medieval gothic architecture, not to be missed if you are visiting or passing through this area of Yorkshire. It is worth spending some time in enjoying its demon carvings and other amazing gargoyles. The staff are passionate about Beverley Minster and are on hand to share stories of the building with visitors.

Village Hotel Hull
Village Hotel Hull
3.5 out of 5
Henry Boot Way, Priory Park, Hull, England
The price is ฿1,959 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
฿1,959
฿2,350 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Hull. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (992 reviews)
Lovely one night stay
"Staff were very helpful and friendly the phoned me before my stay to sort out a accessible room. The shower was amazing very powerful with 2 different heads to use, the beds were very comfortable and looked like a new carpet. Has a big car park so parking no problem and was free with the stay. Breakfast ..."

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2025

Village Hotel Hull
Holiday Inn Express Hull City Centre, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Hull City Centre, an IHG Hotel
3 out of 5
80 Ferensway, Hull, England
The price is ฿1,754 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
฿1,754
฿2,105 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Hull. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews)
"Had a good stay. No issues. Decent breakfast"

Reviewed on 2 Feb 2025

Holiday Inn Express Hull City Centre, an IHG Hotel
Mercure Hull Grange Park Hotel
Mercure Hull Grange Park Hotel
4 out of 5
Grange Park Lane, Willerby, Hull, England
The price is ฿2,343 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
฿2,343
฿2,812 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Hull. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (803 reviews)
"Very clean helpful cheerful staff"

Reviewed on 27 Jan 2025

Mercure Hull Grange Park Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Humber Lofts Serviced Suites
Humber Lofts Serviced Suites
3.5 out of 5
94 Alfred Gelder Street, Hull, England
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Hull. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions St Mary the Virgin Church and Hull Guildhall ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (31 reviews)
Birthday present
"Overall a good stay. Needs a bit of TLC to the paintwork. Bathroom is quite small but adequate, & bedroom space was small ie bed against the wall. Stayed in deluxe studio apartment it was nice to sit on chairs instead of bed to watch tv. Nice kitchen area if you want to cook something simple. Bed ..."

Reviewed on 8 Nov 2024

Humber Lofts Serviced Suites
Hull Spacious Guest House-3
Hull Spacious Guest House-3
3 out of 5
13-25 George street, Hull, England
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Hull. Enjoy free Wi-Fi. Popular attractions Grosvenor Casino Hull and Hull New Theatre are located nearby.
2/10 (4 reviews)
"Property was cancelled on my arrival to check in (I was told via WhatsApp!) and I STILL haven’t received a refund!!!"

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2024

Hull Spacious Guest House-3
Private 5 bedroom Whole House
Private 5 bedroom Whole House
2 out of 5
241 Cranbrook Ave, Hull, England
Stay at this apartment in Hull. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Cineworld Cinemas and Hollywood Bowl are located nearby.
2/10 (1 review)
Disgusting
"Never stay here. Was filthy looked like a crack house no communication at all. Had to find somewhere else last minute for 5 people as I wouldn’t put my worst enemy in this house!"

Reviewed on 8 Dec 2024

Private 5 bedroom Whole House
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Hull

3.9
Guest rating
5 - Excellent
63
5 - Excellent 25%
4 - Good
122
4 - Good 47%
3 - Okay
62
3 - Okay 24%
2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 3%
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1 - Terrible 1%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Great place getting better all the time, it not just for the ferry anymore!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

A beautiful city with fantastic architecture . Most museums and galleries are free. Ferens art gallery is wonderful and the museum of Yorkshire Life is excellent, William Wilberforce museum very moving. The Arctic Corsair trawler is being refurbished

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

even though we have stayed at the gilson 3 times and another hotel twice before that it was for medical appointments not for sightseeing so we cannot comment on places of interest

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

Like so many big city centres, best to avoid them at night. Initially, we decided to eat out in city centre - then saw the rough sleepers, drunks and drug users - not very welcoming! Left city centre for a pleasant meal in a pub about two miles away.

2/5 - Disappointing

Verified traveller

The old town is OK but east Hull is basically a no-go area in consideration of the many social housing estates. Its a bit grim in Hull

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Great for museums

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