8.6

955 reviews

Impossible Motel

Impossible Motel

5 Saint Helen’s Square , York, YO1 8QN, United Kingdom

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Restaurant

Adults only

Free wifi

Hot tub

Air conditioning

Tour desk

Bar

Terrace

Impossible Motel

Welcome to the Impossible Motel, where charm meets comfort in the heart of York! Nestled just 0.2mi from the bustling city center at 5 Saint Helen’s Square, this quirky hotel is your perfect jumping-off point for exploring the rich history and vibrant culture of one of the UK's most iconic destinations. With prices starting from just $139, you can indulge in a unique atmosphere that promises to make your getaway truly unforgettable.

Prepare to be pampered with our fantastic amenities! Unwind in our soothing spa tub or hot tub, take a swing at the nearby golf course (extra charges apply), and enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi to keep you connected. Our adults-only policy ensures a serene ambience, perfect for a romantic retreat, while the live music performances will sweep you off your feet on select nights. Plus, our delightful on-site restaurant and bar will keep your taste buds tantalized and satisfied after a day of exploring.

With over 955 fantastic reviews highlighting our exceptional service and delightful accommodations, guests rave about their experience at the Impossible Motel. Picture yourself lounging on our sun-drenched terrace or enjoying a cozy evening in a non-smoking room complete with air conditioning and free toiletries. Our 24-hour front desk and tour desk staff are always smiling, ready to make your stay as enjoyable and hassle-free as possible. Join the fun at Impossible Motel – your adventure in York awaits!

At the Impossible Motel, the adventure doesn’t stop with your accommodations. The on-site restaurant, aptly named Pink, invites you to take a seat in its romantically charming ambiance, perfect for those intimate dinners or celebratory nights out. Indulge in a delectable menu brimming with local flavors that are sure to tantalize your palate. Whether you’re sharing a bottle of wine or savoring their signature dishes, Pink creates an unforgettable dining experience right under your roof.

As you explore the hotel, you'll find cozy corners and inviting spaces designed for relaxation and socializing. From the sun-drenched terrace where you can sip your morning coffee while soaking in the stunning surroundings to the elegant settings for live music nights, there's a vibrant atmosphere at every turn. The Impossible Motel takes great pride in offering guests an experience filled with delightful surprises, making every moment of your stay feel magical. Gather with fellow travelers or enjoy a quiet evening with that special someone; there’s something for everyone.

With multiple room types to choose from, including the luxurious Deluxe Queen Room and the charming Queen Room with Spa Bath, each option features plush furnishings and a warm, inviting design. Perfect for couples seeking a serene getaway, these rooms are designed to make you feel right at home after a thrilling day of exploration. So why not unwind in a tranquil space and let your worries melt away? At the Impossible Motel, your journey is designed to be extraordinary every single night!

Closest airports

RAF Linton-On-Ouse

9.2mi

Leeds Bradford International Airport

24.4mi

Robin Hood Airport Doncaster Sheffield

33.2mi

Humberside Airport

40.1mi

Durham Tees Valley Airport

40.4mi

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Restaurant

Adults only

Free wifi

Hot tub

Air conditioning

Tour desk

Bar

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Patio

Bathtub

Free toiletries

Rooms

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Deluxe, Queen Size

1 King Size Bed

140 sqft

City view

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Air conditioning

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Enjoy the stunning city view from our Deluxe Queen Room, featuring a spacious 140 sqft with a comfortable king size bed. Indulge in modern amenities such as a flat-screen TV, air conditioning, and a private bathroom for a truly relaxing stay.

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Deluxe, King Size

1 King Size Bed

140 sqft

City view

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Flat-screen TV

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Welcome to our Deluxe King Room! This spacious double room offers a stunning city view, a private bathroom with a bathtub, a flat-screen TV, air conditioning, and free toiletries. With its comfortable king size bed and modern amenities, it's the perfect haven for a relaxing stay.

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Queen Room

1 Queen Size Bed

160 sqft

Hot tub

Private Bathroom

Terrace

Flat-screen TV

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Indulge in luxury and relaxation in our Queen Room with Spa Bath, featuring a private terrace and a hot tub/jacuzzi. Unwind and pamper yourself in this stylish room, complete with a comfortable queen-size bed, flat-screen TV, and a spacious private bathroom. Perfect for couples looking for a romantic getaway.

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Superior, Queen Size, No Window

1 Queen Size Bed

110 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Flat-screen TV

Air conditioning

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Experience utmost comfort in our Superior Queen Room, located on the first floor. This cozy double room boasts a queen-size bed, a private bathroom with a bathtub, a flat-screen TV, and essential amenities such as air conditioning and free toiletries. Enjoy a peaceful stay in this windowless retreat, perfect for couples seeking a restful getaway.

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Superior

1 Queen Size Bed

150 sqft

City view

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Air conditioning

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Experience a comfortable stay in our Superior Queen Room, featuring a Queen size bed and a stunning city view. Enjoy the modern amenities such as a private bathroom, flat-screen TV, and air conditioning, ensuring a relaxing and enjoyable stay.

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Superior, King Size, No Window

1 King Size Bed

195 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Flat-screen TV

Air conditioning

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Discover the allure of our spacious and cozy Superior King Room in the basement. Relax in the comfort of a king-size bed and enjoy top-notch amenities such as a private bathroom, bathtub, flat-screen TV, and air conditioning.

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Room, No Window

1 Queen Size Bed

150 sqft

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Air conditioning

Shower

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Experience cozy comfort and modern amenities in our Standard Queen Room. Perfect for couples, this intimate room offers a private bathroom, flat-screen TV, and air conditioning, ensuring a relaxing stay.

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Guest reviews

8.6

955 reviews

Categories of assessments

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Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

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Claire

8.2

November 2024

The atmosphere entering the hotel was spot on. Welcoming from the staff was warm, friendly and perfect The room itself was gorgeous, 4 poster bed that was beautifully built and we loved the black/gold theme! We had expected some noise given location but nothing disturbed us at all! The AC was great, meant you can set the temp to your liking, perfect for us as we prefer being cool overnight! The bed was a great size, very comfy and the duvet was to die for!

The pillows were down, which were too soft for us. Would have preferred Panda make to match the amazing duvet! We expected the bathroom to be small, but it was slightly smaller that expected.

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Becky

9.1

November 2024

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!

A lot of the water jets in the shower head were blocked meaning the shower was very low pressure. The sink was very small and we found it hard to use. A lot of the apps on the tv didn’t work including YouTube, Netflix and Amazon Prime. These weren’t dealbreakers, just a few little touches that need upgrading.

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Hannah

8.2

October 2024

Great location, loved the hot tub terrace, friendly staff and quirky hotel.

Small room and very expensive for one night, would expect breakfast included in a £450 room.

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Kristian

10

October 2024

Everything Absolutely fantastic stay at the Impossible Hotel, can't wait to tell people about this place for their trips to York. After a wander over the river and past the city walls and main gate we entered the streets of York to finally find a small old door in the side of a historical building. To be greeted by the following. Friendliest staff at any hotel, efficient and informative, the lady who welcomed us had a wonderful welcoming smile and great banter. She let us in and upstairs to the reception The warren of corridors are aesthetically stunning, dark and looming with a modern twist to an ancient feel, black wooden panels on the walls trimmed with golden door knockers and knobs, glass panels allowing safety to see people coming the other way along the dim corridor beyond. Orange lighting offering a guide line along the floor and door frames illuminating a trip down the rabbit hole, leaving you wondering what wonders could lie at the end of the tunnel you descend. Eventually the heavy old doors to the rooms open offering a surprise beyond. A comfortable warm bed in the centre of the room, our was the Dungeon so had no windows as advertised, a glass wall behind the bed hiding the toilets and showers, a huge TV mounted on one wall offering a movie channel and TV channels as well as the option to connect your own device if you like. Complimentary tea and coffee available in your room, also pastries upon request the next morning. We were also offered a coffee machine for use if we wanted one. The under bed lighting gives a feel of modern adventure as you sink under the sheets. Illuminating the slanted floor and reflecting up the old bricks of the basement walls. There is a large radiator for heat and an air con unit should you need it in summer.

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Louisa

9.1

October 2024

The location is amazing for exploring York! We loved our visit, the hotel felt like a little secret hideaway with the glowy hallways and quirky deco. Brilliant :) We had the Joseph terry room and it was such a treat. The hot tub is amazing, it felt really private but amazing to be able to see the stars. The staff were all super helpful and I loved that soap we got when we arrived!

The room was absolutely fantastic but I did think the room itself would be a little more spacious given that it’s £400 a night. It was rather small and my husband had to crouch a bit to fit in the shower. But saying that we absolutely loved our stay and the patio and hot tub made it feel very luxurious.

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Stacey

9.1

November 2023

Gorgeous hotel, perfect location. Staff were lovely and very helpful

Rooms are very intimate, only really suitable for couples who are very comfortable with each other due to the layout! And you can hear everything in the room next door which was interesting

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Reece

10

December 2022

everything was fantastic!! from the moment we walked in we was greeted by Nick. He escorted us to the upstairs main lobby and proceeded to check us in with his colleague, whilst providing us with a hot towel to warm our hands from the cold. We were then given a fantastic opportunity to upgrade our room for free from this lovely team of staff. After hearing the brilliant news about our free upgrade we then got to choose our very own hand soaps from their soap bar collection. after choosing our desired cleansing stick we were then offered a beverage to which we gracefully declined. finally we were escorted to our room by a lovely woman who gave us the low down on the room. The room itself was absolutely impeccable! Very clean and Very snug! beautiful choice of decor and lighting to accompany. I’m certainly impressed with the quality of the bed as I haven’t slept in for a very long time! Overall, the team of staff here are unreal! The kindest, friendliest welcome we have ever experienced! From start to end we were given the V.I.P treatment. absolutely Chuffed with the service Nick and the rest of the team provided! 11/10 I would completely reckon end to all around! Thank you Nick and the rest of the team, you have made our little getaway an even more memorable experience! merry Christmas to you all and a happy new year!

nothing. top notch secret getaway location. Parking is a pain if you don’t know the area, however it is of no fault to the hotel.

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Liz

8.2

October 2024

Querky hotel, handy for centre. Staff very friendly. Room although small had all facilities that were needed.

Room was very dark, it wasn't a problem having no windows, there just wasn't the ability to make it light enough-not ideal when you are getting dressed up to go out. There is also not much privacy- there is no door on the toilet, so you need to feel very comfortable with whoever you are sharing the room with. In addition, the walls are paper thin as we could hear the couple next door having a very enjoyable time through the night- although to be fair- there were ear plugs available.

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Georgia

9.1

October 2024

Great location in the centre of York, everything is right on the doorstep or a maximum of 10 minutes walk away (or 2 min taxi ride). Lots of great local attractions, restaurants, bars, bakeries, museums etc. Nice, friendly, polite staff. Well decorated bar downstairs with a great vibe, and again, friendly staff. Hotel was very clean!!!

Was hoping we would get a Bath; we only had a shower. Room was a bit cold upon entry, but a staff member showed us the heating which worked very quick. No parking nearby, so be prepared to leave your car in a car park and walk or get a taxi to hotel. And I do wish that they had a sachet of hot chocolate with the coffee/sugar/tea etc in the room. Other than that, very good!! 9/10.

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Kirsty

10

September 2024

The hotel itself is one of the best we've ever stayed at it's so central and easy to get to whatever your wanting, the staff are absolutely amazing and it was spotlessly clean we didn't have any gripes, we had a tour round some of the other rooms by Nicola as we were in the red room and were wondering what some of the other rooms looked like, we also ordered the £90 anniversary package which was well worth the money the rooms were all spacious and all different as well which makes you want to try them all, they were also very modern which was a nice touch the bathroom too were amazing and we have already booked our next visit.

There was nothing we didn't enjoy nor like

Points of Interest Around Impossible Motel

Attractions

York's Chocolate Story

0.1mi

York Minster

0.1mi

Yorkshire Museum

0.2mi

The Shambles

0.2mi

Treasurer's House

0.2mi

Jorvik Viking Centre

0.3mi

Merchant Adventurers' Hall

0.3mi

Henry VII Experience at Micklegate Bar

0.4mi

York City Walls

0.4mi

York Castle Museum

0.4mi

Castle Howard

13.3mi

Helmsley

19.8mi

Kilburn White Horse

20mi

World of James Herriot

21.6mi

North Yorkshire Moors Railway

23.4mi

Restaurants

Pink

Ambiances

  • Romantic

Amenities of Impossible Motel

Restaurant

Adults only

Free wifi

Hot tub

Air conditioning

Tour desk

Bar

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Patio

Bathtub

Free toiletries

Stay rules - Impossible Motel

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Reservations

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - Impossible Motel

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

Guests at Impossible Motel can check in between 04:00 PM and 11:00 PM. Check-out time is set for 11:00 AM.

How much does a stay at Impossible Motel cost?

Starting prices for Impossible Motel are around $139. This may vary based on room categories and travel dates. To confirm rates, please provide your stay dates.

Which room categories can I book at Impossible Motel?

The hotel offers a variety of room types, including Deluxe Queen Rooms, Standard Queen Rooms, Deluxe King Rooms, Queen Rooms with Spa Baths, Superior King Rooms, and Superior Queen Rooms. All rooms have a double occupancy capacity and do not allow smoking. Bed sizes range from Queen to King, and room sizes range from 108 to 194 square feet.

What activities does Impossible Motel offer?

Guests at the Impossible Motel can enjoy a wide range of leisure amenities during their stay. The hotel features an adults-only atmosphere, allowing guests to relax and unwind in a peaceful environment. For those seeking relaxation, a spa tub and hot tub/Jacuzzi are available for use. Additionally, the hotel offers a golf course, providing guests with the opportunity to enjoy a round of golf.

In the evenings, guests can be entertained by live music or performances held at the hotel. The bar on-site offers a variety of drinks and beverages for guests to enjoy while socializing or relaxing.

For those looking for activities outside the hotel, bike tours and walking tours are available. Additionally, guests can enjoy stand-up comedy shows for a night of laughter and entertainment.

When it comes to dining, guests can indulge in a romantic dining experience at the on-site restaurant called Pink.

Does Impossible Motel have on-site restaurants?

The hotel has a restaurant called Pink on site. The restaurant has a romantic ambiance.

Are both cash and credit cards valid payment options at Impossible Motel?

Yes, both cash and credit cards are valid payment options at Impossible Motel.

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