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Impossible Motel

3.0 star property
Adults-only hotel with 2 bars/lounges, near York Minster

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Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Reception

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and 2 bars/lounges
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Water dispenser
  • Multilingual staff
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Banquet hall
Feel at home
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Premium bedding
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
The price is $199
includes taxes & fees
$166 per night
Feb 5 - Feb 6

Room options

View all photos for Romantic Room (The Red Room)

Romantic Room (The Red Room) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Romantic Room (The Red Room)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
  • 100 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Economy Room (The Bank Vault)

Economy Room (The Bank Vault) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Economy Room (The Bank Vault)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
  • 210 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Economy Double Room (Experience)

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Economy Double Room (Experience)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
  • 178 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Signature Double Room, Hot Tub (Stella Solarium)

Signature Double Room, Hot Tub (Stella Solarium) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Signature Double Room, Hot Tub (Stella Solarium)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Private rooftop spa tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 213 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Design Double Room (Labyrinth)

Design Double Room (Labyrinth) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Design Double Room (Labyrinth)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Designer toiletries
  • 198 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Luxury Room, Hot Tub (Sir Joseph Terry)

Luxury Room, Hot Tub (Sir Joseph Terry) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Luxury Room, Hot Tub (Sir Joseph Terry)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • 160 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Exclusive Room (Splendid)

Exclusive Room (Splendid) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Exclusive Room (Splendid)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Designer toiletries
  • 150 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Superior Room (Mail Room)

Superior Room (Mail Room) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Room (Mail Room)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Designer toiletries
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Elite Room (Sensational)

Elite Room (Sensational) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Elite Room (Sensational)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room (Superb)

Deluxe Room (Superb) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room (Superb)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Designer toiletries
  • 150 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Comfort Room (Spectacular)

Comfort Room (Spectacular) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Comfort Room (Spectacular)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Designer toiletries
  • 151 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Classic Room (Sublime)

Classic Room (Sublime) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Room (Sublime)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Designer toiletries
  • 140 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Basic Double Room (Dungeon)

Basic Double Room (Dungeon) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Basic Double Room (Dungeon)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Designer toiletries
Rainfall showerhead
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
3 St. Helens Square, York, England, YO1 8QN

What's nearby

  • York Minster - 4 min walk
  • Shambles - 4 min walk
  • York City Walls - 5 min walk
  • Jorvik Viking Centre - 6 min walk
  • York St. John University - 8 min walk

Getting around

  • Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford) - 61 min drive
  • York Station - 8 min walk
  • York (QQY-York Train Station) - 8 min walk
  • Poppleton Station - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bettys Cafe Tea Rooms - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪House Of The Trembling Madness - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Dusk - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bill's - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Impossible Motel

Impossible Motel offers a fantastic location, putting you just a 5-minute walk from York Minster and Shambles. For a bite to eat, guests can check out Impossible Restaurant, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Also, York City Walls and Jorvik Viking Centre are within just a 10-minute walk. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

Languages

Dutch, English, German, Romanian, Russian, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 13 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • Guests will receive an email 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • No onsite parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • Caters to adults only

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Restaurant
  • Coffee shop
  • Water dispenser

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Area rugs in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 40-inch Smart TV
  • Pay movies

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Phone
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Mobile key entry

Special features

Dining

Impossible Restaurant - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Impossible Tea Room - Onsite café. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Open daily.
Pink - Onsite cocktail bar. Open daily.
Impossible Wonderbar - Onsite bar. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit is payable by bank transfer and is due within 24 hours of booking the reservation

Policies

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Also known as

Impossible Motel York
Impossible Motel Hotel
Impossible Motel Hotel York

Frequently asked questions

Does Impossible Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Impossible Motel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Impossible Motel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Impossible Motel?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Impossible Motel.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Impossible Motel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What is there to do at Impossible Motel and nearby?

Impossible Motel has 2 bars.

Are there restaurants at or near Impossible Motel?

Yes, Impossible Restaurant offers alfresco dining.

What's the area around Impossible Motel like?

Impossible Motel is in City Centre, a short 8-minute walk from York Station and 4 minutes' walk from York Minster.

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Daniel, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Superb comfort
Superb attention to detail. Excellent location for exploring the city. Beds and pillows were soo comfy. Though our room was small it had everything we needed. Other reviews mentioned noise from the bar above. We accidentally booked on a Tuesday night in January when that bar is shut and had no issues with noise. They offered to look after our bags when we checked out which was nice too.
Frederich, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Quirky & fun
This was a really fun place to stay. Very helpful staff and lovwd the quirkyness of it all.
Emma, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great Stay
Had a lovely stay. Room was in a `vault'. Unique and I loved it! Would definitely recommend
Simon, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Daniel, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Jack, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Not great value for money
Quirky hotel, fantastic location. However, not value for money! If you need a separate bathroom and toilet, don’t book the vault room. No doors on either and the room was tiny.
Lyndsay, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Luke, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic hotel. The staff were great. The room itself was amazing with the most comfy bed I've ever slept in. The hidden door to the cocktail bar is also a nice touch. Unfortunately we didn't try the restaurant, but I can only imagine it will be as nice as everything else. The only downside the walls are paper thin, so you can hear everything your neighbours are up to and vice versa. Other than that, a truly enjoyable stay. We certainly will be back in the future.
Sam, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing staff. We were able to drop of our bags on arrival and go explore the city. Our room was ready before check in so we were called to let us know. Love that you get to pick your own whipped soap for your room. Our room was spacious with a comfy bed. The complimentary pastries in the morning were a nice touch too
Sarah, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Unique, luxury, Whimsical, Goth Paradise.
Absolutely stunning. Beautiful location. The hotel is situated in the perfect place. Staff are amazing in the hotel and restaurant. We will be back to try the other rooms. Ignore the negative reviews, this is a unique, quirky hotel and if youre a bit of a whimsical goth, you will love this place. Also the restaurant menu and interior is much better than the ivy. The kitchen was closed when we popped in for drinks but would have definitely eaten there rather than the Ivy. Staff really helpful and gave us recommendations (Cut and Craft)of where to eat which was fantastic. The White Company toiletries were gorgeous and i really loved that on arrival we were given a complimentary bathbomb and got to choose a tub of handmade whipped soap which smelt divine. Highly recommend a stay here, we are local but enjoy a night out in York so Impossible Motel will definitely be are go to hotel. I would go as far to say this is the nicest hotel we have stayed in. Well done. Loved it x
Superb Room
The Restaurant from St Helens Square
Open plan Bathroom
View from the gallery bathroom.
Ellie, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

My self and my wife stayed in the red room at the impossible motel in York. Firstly the hotel is amazing such a unique place and the rooms are incredible. If you are looking for a memorable night away you can’t beat it. The hotel is right in the centre of York so everything is right on the doorstep. The staff were amazing so friendly and helpful. I can’t say enuf good things about it. I can’t wait for our next visit.
Sam, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Niall, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Unique accommodation tailored with a couple experience in mind yet at the same time right in the middle of old York. We definitely will come back.
Marcin, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

andy, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Craig, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Amanda, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Kathryn, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Emily, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Alexandra, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Awesome place
Amazing service, quirky room. Would highly recommend.
Aled, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Easy check in and polite and friendly staff. The room was comfortable and everything we needed for a night away. Really cool atmosphere and peaceful. No noise and a real feeling of “getting away”. Shower was decent which is always a big plus. The bed was incredibly comfy. I’ll be visiting again
null, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Hotel was great! Staff was great! The drunk people on the streets, screaming until 04:30 were not great. Hotel was very centrally located which we loved but it resulted in many sleepless nights because of the noise. Obviously not the hotels fault, just something to be mindful of.
Matthew, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

David, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review