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Impossible Motel

Property class: 3

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Near York Minster and Shambles, Impossible Motel provides a coffee shop/cafe, 2 bars, and a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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

A four-poster bed with a canopy, a bedside table, a potted plant, and a wall-mounted shelf.

Signature Double Room, Hot Tub (Stella Solarium)

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Design Double Room - 2 Baths (Labyrinth)

A dimly lit room with a bed, a desk with a computer, and a hanging light fixture.

Design Double Room - 2 Baths (Labyrinth)

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Basic Double Room (Dungeon)

A room with a bed, a chair, a small table, and a window with a view.

Basic Double Room (Dungeon)

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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

A room with a bunk bed, a chandelier, a plant, and a window with curtains.

Signature Double Room, Hot Tub (Stella Solarium)

  • City view
  • 207 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Design Double Room - 2 Baths (Labyrinth)

A room with a bed, a brick wall, and a hanging light fixture.

Design Double Room - 2 Baths (Labyrinth)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 198 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Basic Double Room (Dungeon)

A narrow room with brick walls, a bed with a brown headboard, and two yellow pillows.

Basic Double Room (Dungeon)

  • 145 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Romantic Room - Bath for 2 (The Red Room)

A hotel room with a large bed, red curtains, and a chandelier.

Romantic Room - Bath for 2 (The Red Room)

  • 100 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Classic Double Room, City View (Sublime)

A four-poster bed with a dark blue bedspread and orange pillows, a green armchair, and a desk with a lamp.

Classic Double Room, City View (Sublime)

  • City view
  • 182 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room (Superb)

A bedroom with a bed, a bedside table, a window, and a curtain.

Deluxe Room (Superb)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 151 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Classic Room, City View (Splendid)

A dark-themed hotel room with a large bed, two pillows, a side table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Classic Room, City View (Splendid)

  • City view
  • 142 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

A bed with floral pillows, a bedside lamp, and a window with a view of a room with a hanging robe.

Luxury Room, Hot Tub (Sir Joseph Terry)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 162 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Economy Double Room, No Windows (The Bank Vault)

A large bed with white bedding, a dark headboard, and a circular mirror on the wall.

Economy Double Room, No Windows (The Bank Vault)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 181 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Elite Room - Bath for 2 (Sensational)

A room with a bed, a table with a vase, and a window with curtains.

Elite Room - Bath for 2 (Sensational)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 140 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Comfort Room, City View (Spectacular)

A dimly lit room with a bed, curtains, and a bench.

Comfort Room, City View (Spectacular)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 151 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Economy Double Room, No Windows (Mail Room)

A room with a bed, a wooden floor, and brick walls.

Economy Double Room, No Windows (Mail Room)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 193 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Economy Double Room, No Windows (Experience)

A dimly lit room with a bed, a chair, and a wall with pictures.

Economy Double Room, No Windows (Experience)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 183 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Located in City Centre, a neighborhood in York, Impossible Motel is near a train station. Notable landmarks in the area include York Minster and Shambles. Yorkshire Museum Gardens and Yorkshire Museum are also worth visiting. Visit our York travel guide
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3 St. Helens Square, York, England, YO1 8QN

What's nearby

  • A narrow street with brick buildings, a shop with a glass display, and a sign for a museum.
    Shambles
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A large Gothic cathedral with intricate stonework and pointed arches.
    York Minster
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A market stall with illuminated star decorations and a sign listing prices.
    York Christmas Market
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A historic cityscape with a prominent cathedral, a bridge, and a mix of traditional and modern buildings.
    York City Walls
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A dimly lit room with a reflective floor, wooden walls, and a person standing near a display case.
    Jorvik Viking Centre
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

  • York Station
    8 min walk
  • Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford)
    61 min drive

Restaurants

  • Bettys Café Tea Rooms
    1 min walk
  • House Of The Trembling Madness
    1 min walk
  • McDonald's
    1 min walk
  • Northern Monk Refectory // YRK
    2 min walk
  • York Explore Library
    3 min walk

About this property

Impossible Motel

  • Hotel near York Minster
  • Close to Shambles and York City Walls, Impossible Motel provides a coffee shop/cafe, 2 bars, and a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • Additional perks include:
    • Concierge services, tour/ticket assistance, and smoke-free premises
    • A porter/bellhop, luggage storage, and a banquet hall
    • A water dispenser, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Impossible Motel include thoughtful touches such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and free bottled water.
  • Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Hypo-allergenic bedding and Egyptian cotton sheets
    • Designer toiletries and hair dryers
    • Heating, daily housekeeping, and electrical adapters/chargers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Impossible Restaurant
  • Impossible Tea Room
  • Impossible Wonderbar
  • Pink

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 40-inch smart TV
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property welcomes adults only

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

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

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is Impossible Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Impossible Motel?

As of Aug 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Impossible Motel on Aug 23, 2026 start from $132, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Impossible Motel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Impossible Motel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Impossible Motel located?

Located in City Centre, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of St. Helen's Square, York Minster, and Shambles. York Mansion House and Stonegate are just steps away. York Station is 8 minutes by foot and York (QQY-York Train Station) is 8 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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