Impossible Motel
5 Saint Helen’s Square, York, YO1 8QN, United Kingdom – Excellent location - show map – Railway access
Impossible Motel
In a prime location in York, Impossible Motel provides air-conditioned rooms, a terrace, free WiFi and a restaurant. Featuring a bar, the hotel is close to several noted attractions, around 800 metres from York Railway station and around 400 metres from York Minster. The property is non-smoking and is located 33 km from Bramham Park. All units in the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV with cable channels. Every room has a private bathroom with free toiletries, while certain rooms here will provide you with a patio and others also provide guests with city views. At Impossible Motel all rooms have bed linen and towels. With staff speaking Spanish, Hindi, Dutch and Romanian, guidance is available at the reception. Harrogate International Centre is 36 km from the accommodation, while Royal Hall Theatre is 36 km away. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 47 km from the property.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.
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- Free WiFi
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Bar
- Terrace
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Guests who stayed here loved
Becky
United Kingdom“Really great location and staff, and the room was brilliant, cosy and exactly as described. We were brought coffee and pastries in the morning and nothing was too much trouble for the staff. We will definitely be back!”
Charlotte United Kingdom“Loved the room, upgrade to the hot tub rooms if you can. We requested a coffee machine on arrival and it was there, really clean and comfy room. We would 100% go back !! Great check in and staff super friendly.”
Jordan United Kingdom“Everything also check out is a bit late being at 4 o'clock which initially was upsetting. However, if it was any earlier we would've simply dumped our things and gone out for the day. With it being at 4 o'clock we came back checked in went to the...”
Tom United Kingdom“Lovely room, had an upgrade as our room was having maintenance issues. Was nice to have an outdoor private hot tub for the first evening after our wedding”- Emma United Kingdom“I booked the room for my son and daughter in law for their wedding Night. the room was beautiful and staff very helpful”
- Kevin United Kingdom“fab hotel, great location and lovely staff. the room was very tastefully decorated and the bed was extremely comfortable. clean and spacious. loved that it had secondary double glazing to keep street noise down. would recommend it to others”
Martin United Kingdom“It was in a prime location and it is what I wanted for our anniversary It was very clean. Staff were very helpful and we had a wonderful weekend.”
Hayden United Kingdom“We stayed in one of the Labyrinth rooms and it was amazing we will be staying again”
Katie United Kingdom“Everything was absolutely beautiful, staff were so friendly and welcoming. Our room was amazing, including our terrace with the hot tub. Our bed was unbelievably comfy! And we had such a cosy stay, and couldn’t have been in a better location. The...”
Liz United Kingdom“Querky hotel, handy for centre. Staff very friendly. Room although small had all facilities that were needed.”
Property questions and answersBrowse questions from guests for anything extra you want to know about the propertyThe property usually replies within a few hours
do you allow to drop bags off before check in?
Hello! Yes you can:). if you come by on the day, we can get your bags into your room before you check in. Thanks, Impossible MotelAnswered on 27 March 2023We love your hotel and wondered if it's just for couples? We will be in York 18th July and don't mind sharing a bed if no singles. Much appreciation.
While our cosy ambiance is perfect for couples, we welcome all guests who don't mind sharing a bed. All our rooms come with either a queen or king bed..Answered on 4 June 2024hi is there parking at the hotel? and is there EV chargers?
There isn't any parking, however there is 24hr parking at Qpark and MarygateAnswered on 2 February 2023How and when do I pay? I'm looking at booking and it says no prepayment needed but then in the small print says full payment taken at booking?
Hi! Depending on which payment option you book, you can either pay now or at the property. We offer non-refundable or 2 day cancellation.Answered on 6 June 2023Which room do I book for hot tub room please?
Hi there! Our two wonderful hot tub rooms are Stella Solarium and Sir Joseph Terry! On booking.com these two come up as King room with spa and Queen r..Answered on 29 September 2023Hello, is there parking nearby please? Thanks James
Hi James, Best nearby parking is Marygate or Q-Park Shambles.Answered on 13 September 2024- Still looking?
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants1 restaurant on site
- Pink
- Open forBreakfast • Dinner • High tea
- AmbianceRomantic
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
Facilities of Impossible MotelGreat facilities! Review score, 8.7
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Bar
- Terrace
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Linen
- Terrace
- Electric kettle
- Socket near the bed
- Clothes rack
- Live music/performanceAdditional chargeOff-site
- Tour or class about local cultureAdditional charge
- Bike toursAdditional charge
- Walking toursAdditional charge
- Stand-up comedyAdditional chargeOff-site
- Golf course (within 3 km)Additional charge
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable channels
- TV
- Pay-per-view channels
- Wine/champagneAdditional charge
- Bar
- Daily housekeeping
- Concierge service
- Luggage storage
- Fax/photocopyingAdditional charge
- Tour desk
- 24-hour front desk
- Invoice provided
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Key card access
- 24-hour security
- Carbon monoxide detector
- Adult only
- Non-smoking throughout
- Heating
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- Spanish
- Hindi
- Dutch
- Romanian
- Turkish
House rulesImpossible Motel takes special requests - add in the next step!
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
FAQs about Impossible Motel
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Impossible Motel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Golf course (within 3 km)
- Tour or class about local culture
- Walking tours
- Live music/performance
- Stand-up comedy
- Bike tours
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Impossible Motel is 350 yards from the centre of York. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Check-in at Impossible Motel is from 16:00, and check-out is until 11:00.
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The prices at Impossible Motel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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Room options at Impossible Motel include:
- Double
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Impossible Motel has 1 restaurant:
- Pink
