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About the Hotel

3 St. Helens Square, York, United Kingdom, YO1 8QN
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Close to King's Square
Perfect
8.5
/10

Location

Impossible Motel is positioned in central York, offering easy access to local attractions. The hotel is within walking distance of York Minster, a prominent Gothic cathedral. Guests can enjoy nearby restaurants and shops just a few blocks away.

Rooms

The motel features a variety of room types, including family suites and budget-friendly options. Each room is equipped with essential amenities such as en-suite bathrooms and basic furnishings. Some rooms also provide unique themed designs for a distinctive experience.

Dining

On-site dining options include a casual breakfast café serving fresh pastries and beverages. The motel offers a communal space for guests to enjoy meals and socialize. Additional dining options are available within walking distance.

Entertainment

The motel provides games and recreational areas for guests seeking entertainment. A lounge area is available for guests to unwind after a day of exploring. Regular host events, such as trivia nights and karaoke, add to the fun atmosphere.

Special Features

Impossible Motel offers an outdoor patio area for guests to enjoy fresh air and socialize. The motel's eccentric theme creates a memorable stay with vibrant decorations throughout the property. A focus on quirky art adds to the character of the surroundings.

Highlights

Location: Central York attractions within walking distance

Rooms: Budget-friendly options & family suites

Dining: Casual breakfast café on-site

Entertainment: Trivia nights & karaoke events

Must-do experiences

  • Stroll through the Shambles for quaint shops and medieval charm.
  • Savor a Yorkshire pudding at The Yorke Arms for a local twist.
  • Discover the hidden treasures at the York Castle Museum.
  • Enjoy a ghost tour at night to experience York's haunted history.
  • Visit the historic Jorvik Viking Centre for a taste of York's past.
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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Experience Windowless Basement
2 persons
14 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Superb
2 persons
13 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Bank Vault Windowless Basement
2 persons
17 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Spectacular
2 persons
14 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre
York200 m
Airports
Leeds Bradford (LBA) 49.5 km
Doncaster Sheffield (DSA) 62.4 km
Train
York Railway station600 m
Bus
Bus stop600 m

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • 24-hour security
  • Adults only
  • Luggage storage
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Sports & Fitness

  • Golf course

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

Spa & Leisure

  • Live entertainment

Room features

  • Heating
  • Patio
  • Terrace

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location

3 St. Helens Square, York, United Kingdom, YO1 8QN
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3 St. Helens Square, York, United Kingdom, YO1 8QN
Nearby
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 St
The York Dungeon
450 m
Square
Kings Square
30 m
Public Building
York Guildhall
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
Restaurants
The Cornish Bakery
70 m
29-30 Colliergate
Middle Feast
60 m
23 Lendal
Cafe Lendal
50 m
23 Lendal
Appleton's
60 m
19 Lendal
Baileys Cafe and Tea Rooms
200 m
7 Museum Street
The Old Bank
100 m
6-12 Lendal
The York Roast Co
70 m
78 Low Petergate
The Drawing Board Cafe
160 m
10 New Street 10 New Street
Costa
140 m
13A Museum Street
Luxury Ice Cream Co
200 m
20 Back Swinegate
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Check-in
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Rooms and Guests2 Guests, 1 Room