Impossible Motel - York

$$$$||View on mapYork, United Kingdom5 Saint Helen'S Square, York, United Kingdom, YO1 8QN|
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Impossible Motel - York
5 Saint Helen'S Square, York, United Kingdom, YO1 8QN·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.2Great
Location9.6
Staff9.2
Comfort9.0
Cleanliness8.8
Facilities8.4
Who stays here
Couples88%
Solo8%
Families2%
Groups2%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.2Great
Location9.6
Staff9.2
Comfort9.0
Cleanliness8.8
Facilities8.4
Who stays here
Couples88%
Solo8%
Families2%
Groups2%

City-center motel in York with hot tub rooms and multilingual staff

Location

York Minster is a 3-minute walk from the Impossible Motel York. York Railway Station is 800 metres away, and attractions such as York Dungeon and York Cold War Bunker are within 3 km. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 47 km from the property.

Rooms

The Impossible Motel offers rooms with air conditioning, private bathrooms, free toiletries, and city views. Several rooms include private hot tubs, such as the Stella Solarium room with Hot Tub and Terrace. The Sir Joseph Terry room also features a hot tub and terrace, while the Bank Vault and Dungeon rooms provide a windowless basement experience.

Dining

The on-site romantic restaurant serves dinner and high tea with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options. Guests can also enjoy the adjoining Pink Bar for cocktails with a 10% resident discount. Impossible Motel York's dining focuses on special dietary requirements, a feature not common in similar hotels.

Services

The 24-hour front desk at the Impossible Motel is staffed by multilingual personnel who provide guidance and support throughout the stay. Additional services include a concierge, tour desk, daily housekeeping, and luggage storage. The hotel also offers 24-hour security with CCTV coverage inside and outside the property.

Hot Tub Rooms

A standout feature of Impossible Motel York is its selection of rooms with private hot tubs and terraces. The Stella Solarium and Sir Joseph Terry rooms both offer rooftop hot tubs and outdoor furniture for relaxation. These rooms are often booked for romantic getaways and city exploration breaks.

  • Location: 3-minute walk to York Minster and 800 m from York Railway Station
  • Rooms: Hot tub rooms with private rooftop terraces
  • Dining: Romantic restaurant with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options
  • Services: Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk
  • Accessibility: Concierge and tour desk for exploring York's cultural heritage
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 16:00-23:00
from 05:00-11:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
Spanish, Dutch, Romanian, Turkish, Hindi
Building
Number of rooms:13
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Rooms and availability

Red Without Window First Floor Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
Without Window Basement Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
Guest Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Heating

Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking
Luggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

TV

Flat-screen TV

Adults only
Kitchen facilities

Electric kettle

Sports & Fitness

  • Golf course

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

Spa & Leisure

  • Live entertainment

Room view

  • City view

Room features

  • Heating
  • Patio
  • Terrace

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about Impossible Motel

💵 Lowest room price 89 £
📏 Distance to centre 200 m
✈️ Distance to airport 49.5 km
🧳 Nearest airport Leeds Bradford, LBA

Location

5 Saint Helen'S Square, York, United Kingdom, YO1 8QN
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5 Saint Helen'S Square, York, United Kingdom, YO1 8QN
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5 Saint Helen'S Square, York, United Kingdom, YO1 8QN
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Church
York Minster
480 m
York YO1 7HBEngland
York City Walls
420 m
Museum
Jorvik Viking Centre
350 m
Museum
York's Chocolate Story
60 m
Church
St Wilfrid's Catholic Church
400 m
St. Anthonys Hall Peasholme Green
Quilt Museum and Gallery
450 m
Event hall
Merchant Taylors Hall
260 m
12 Clifford Street
The York Dungeon
450 m
Square
Kings Square
30 m
Public Building
Guildhall and Chamber Range
460 m
York YO1 8BL
St. Crux Parish Hall
170 m
Goodramgate
200 m
Shopping Area
Stonegate
290 m
Event hall
Saint William's College
290 m
Square
Saint Helen's Square
400 m
Gallery
York Art Gallery
580 m
St. Leonards Place
De Grey Rooms And Attached Gates
520 m
Event hall
York Mansion House
50 m
9 St. Sampsons Square
The Roman Bath
180 m
Restaurant
The Cornish Bakery
70 m
Restaurant
Middle Feast
60 m
Restaurant
Cafe Lendal
50 m
Restaurant
Appleton's
60 m
Restaurant
Baileys Cafe and Tea Rooms
200 m
Restaurant
The Old Bank
100 m
Restaurant
The York Roast Co
70 m
Restaurant
The Drawing Board Cafe
160 m
Restaurant
Costa
140 m
Restaurant
Luxury Ice Cream Co
200 m

Reviews of Impossible Motel

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8.4/ 10
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FAQ about Impossible Motel

Which attractions can we visit during our stay at the Impossible Motel?
During their stay at the Impossible Motel guests can visit Yorkshire Wheel (1 km), York Castle Museum (1.1 km) as well as National Railway Museum (1.2 km) among others.
What popular attractions are closest to Impossible Motel?
Guests of Impossible Motel can visit Stonegate Street (around a 5-minute walk from the accommodation), or Jorvik Viking Centre placed 5 minutes' walk away.
What is the timeframe for check-in and check-out in the hotel?
Guests of the hotel can check in from 16:00 to 23:00 and check out from 05:00.
What payment methods are accepted in the Impossible Motel?
Payment methods in the Impossible Motel include:
  • сash
  • Visa
  • Mastercard
Which facilities are included in the rooms at the hotel?
Rooms of the hotel are highly rated for comfort-9.2/10 according to guests' reviews-ensured by air conditioning.
Does the Impossible Motel staff speak foreign languages?
Yes, the staff of the Impossible Motel can speak Dutch, Romanian, Turkish, Spanish, and Hindi.
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