- WiFi
- A/C
- Restaurant
See prices from 12 sites
from£103
3 Stars
See prices from 12 sites
from£103
See prices from 12 sites
from£103
1 / 97
About Impossible Motel
Historic bank building architecture
Experience the unique design of this Grade 2 listed former bank, which features 13 distinct, mood-lit accommodation spaces.
Private rooftop hot tub suites
Book select rooms like the Stella Solarium to enjoy a private terrace equipped with a personal hot tub.
Multi-level building without elevators
The historic property contains multiple staircases and lacks elevator access, which may present challenges for guests with mobility issues or heavy luggage.
Prime location near York Minster
Walk less than 400 metres to reach York Minster and access the city centre directly opposite Betty’s Tea Rooms.
Secure luggage storage service
Utilize the complimentary luggage storage service at reception to explore York freely before check-in or after departure.
Multilingual 24-hour reception support
Consult the reception staff for around-the-clock guidance, with team members fluent in Spanish, Hindi, Dutch, and Romanian.
Open-plan bathroom layout design
Several guest rooms feature open-plan bathroom configurations without doors, providing limited privacy for toilet and shower facilities.
Potential for street noise
The central city location results in audible street noise and activity from nearby bars and nightlife, particularly during weekends.
This 3-star adults-only hotel is set within a Grade II listed former bank building in central York. It offers rooftop private jacuzzi experiences and exclusive access to the Pink bar. Guests can choose from a selection of handmade scented soaps and stay in one of 13 uniquely designed rooms, some with beds suspended from the ceiling. The hotel has a review score of 8.3 based on over 1,000 reviews, with atmosphere, location, and facilities and amenities highlighted positively by guests.
Rooms
Classic Room (Sublime)
- 1 1 Queen Bed
- Sleeps 2
- 140 sq ft
Basic Double Room (Dungeon)
- 1 1 Queen Bed
- Sleeps 2
- 200 sq ft
Economy Room (The Bank Vault)
- 1 1 Queen Bed
- Sleeps 2
- 210 sq ft
Luxury Room, Hot Tub (Sir Joseph Terry)
- 1 1 Queen Bed
- Sleeps 2
- 160 sq ft
Compare with similar stays
Selected stay
Similar stays
- 4 Stars
- WiFi
- Parking
See prices from 14 sitesfrom£98 - 5 Stars
- WiFi
- Pool
- Spa
See prices from 21 sitesfrom£138 - 3 Stars
- WiFi
- Parking
- Pets
See prices from 15 sitesfrom£25 - 3 Stars
- WiFi
- Parking
- Pets
See prices from 18 sitesfrom£47 - 4 Stars
- WiFi
- Pool
- Spa
See prices from 22 sitesfrom£89 - 5 Stars
- WiFi
- Restaurant
- Hotel bar
See prices from 9 sitesfrom£106 - WiFi
See prices from 4 sitesfrom£130- 4 Stars
- WiFi
- Restaurant
- Hotel bar
See prices from 22 sitesfrom£98 - 4 Stars
- WiFi
- Parking
- Pets
See prices from 8 sitesfrom£109 - 3 Stars
- WiFi
- Pets
- Restaurant
See prices from 17 sitesfrom£84 - 3 Stars
- WiFi
- Pets
- Hotel bar
See prices from 3 sitesfrom£96 - 4 Stars
- WiFi
- Parking
- A/C
See prices from 19 sitesfrom£73
Price trend
Based on lowest prices on trivago from the last 30 days
£512
£255
£0
Wed, 11/11/26
£108
Thu, 12/11/26
£122
Fri, 13/11/26
£405
Sat, 14/11/26
£253
Sun, 15/11/26
£90
Mon, 16/11/26
£114
Tue, 17/11/26
£144
Wed, 18/11/26
£144
Thu, 19/11/26
£108
Fri, 20/11/26
£225
Sat, 21/11/26
£289
Sun, 22/11/26
£146
Mon, 23/11/26
£178
Tue, 24/11/26
£179
Wed, 25/11/26
£135
Thu, 26/11/26
£178
Fri, 27/11/26
£227
Sat, 28/11/26
£289
Sun, 29/11/26
£147
Mon, 30/11/26
£135
Tue, 01/12/26
£203
Wed, 02/12/26
£203
Thu, 03/12/26
£203
Fri, 04/12/26
£512
Sat, 05/12/26
£242
Sun, 06/12/26
£203
Mon, 07/12/26
£203
Tue, 08/12/26
£203
Wed, 09/12/26
£203
Thu, 10/12/26
£203
Fri, 11/12/26
£243
Sat, 12/12/26
£289
Sun, 13/12/26
£203
Mon, 14/12/26
£203
Tue, 15/12/26
£203
Wed, 16/12/26
£203
Thu, 17/12/26
£203
Fri, 18/12/26
£243
Sat, 19/12/26
£243
Sun, 20/12/26
£203
Mon, 21/12/26
£203
Tue, 22/12/26
£203
Wed, 23/12/26
£203
Thu, 24/12/26
£204
Fri, 25/12/26
£255
Sat, 26/12/26
£255
Reviews
Very good
based on 1,873 ratings from top
sites
This rating is from the trivago Rating Index (tRI), which combines guest ratings from top sites for a trustworthy result.Learn how the tRI works
sites
Review summary
Summarized by AI from 1,000+ reviews
This hotel offers a unique and quirky atmosphere, ideal for couples seeking a romantic or hedonistic escape. Its excellent central location in York places guests within easy walking distance of major attractions like York Castle and York Minster. A standout feature for some rooms is the inclusion of a private hot tub on a rooftop terrace, perfect for a romantic escape. Guests consistently praise the staff for their friendly and welcoming demeanor, with highlights including the personalized touch of choosing a whipped soap upon arrival. For those desiring a quieter experience, requesting a room facing the garden is recommended.
Rated above average for York
Guest reviews
Excellent65%
Very good11%
Good3%
Fair5%
Poor16%
Top amenities
- WiFi
- A/C
- Restaurant
- Hotel bar
All amenities
Property amenities
- Express check-in/check-out
- Terrace
- Bar
- Non-smoking rooms
Room amenities
- Television
- Hairdryer
- Central heating
- Electric kettle
Sports facilities
- Bike rental
- Golf course
Hotel characteristics
- Adults only
Location
5 Saint Helen’s Square, York, YO18QN, United Kingdom
Highlight
Prime location near York Minster
Walk less than 400 metres to reach York Minster and access the city centre directly opposite Betty’s Tea Rooms.
Distance from Impossible Motel
- 0.2 miles from York (City centre)
- 0.2 miles from York Minster
- 0.2 miles from Remains of Saint Mary's Abbey
- 0.2 miles from Yorkshire Museum
- 0.2 miles from Treasurer's House
- 0.3 miles from Jorvik Viking Centre
- 0.4 miles from York
- 0.4 miles from Clifford's Tower
- 0.4 miles from York Castle Museum
- 0.5 miles from National Railway Museum
- 2.1 miles from LNER Community Stadium
- 24.3 miles from Leeds Bradford Airport
Explore nearby attractions
- York Railway Station
- Leeds railway station
- International Airport Leeds Bradford
- Flamingo Land
- First Direct Arena
- York Racecourse
- Shambles
- Harewood House
- Headingley
- Leeds Festival
- Castle Howard
- Great Yorkshire Show
- York Minster
- Harrogate International Centre
- Elland Road Stadium
- Royal Armouries Museum
- Saltaire
- University of York
- Lightwater Valley
- York City Walls
- Temple Newsam
- The Dome
- National Railway Museum
- Xscape
- Ripon Racecourse
- York Designer Outlet
- Kirkstall Abbey
- Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Watergarden
- North Yorkshire Moors Railway
- Heslington
- St Nicholas Fayre
- Leeds West Indian Carnival
- Jorvik Viking Centre
- Harrogate railway station
- Eden Camp
- Leeds City Museum
- Beverley Market
- Ripley Castle
- North York Moors National Park
- Armley Mills
- Merrion Centre
- Yorkshire Marathon
- York Castle Museum
- York Theatre Royal
- Harrogate Flower Show
- Clifford's Tower
- Golden Acre Park
- Selby Abbey
- Christkindelmarkt - German Christmas market
- Alhambra Theatre
Property info
5 Saint Helen’s Square, York, YO18QN, United Kingdom
Frequently Asked Questions about Impossible Motel
Is there a pool area at Impossible Motel?
No, Impossible Motel doesn’t offer pool areas.
Are pets allowed at Impossible Motel?
No, Impossible Motel doesn’t allow pets.
Is parking available at Impossible Motel?
No, Impossible Motel doesn’t provide parking.
Where is Impossible Motel located?
Impossible Motel is located in 5 Saint Helen’s Square, YO18QN, York, United Kingdom.
Which popular attractions are close to Impossible Motel?
Impossible Motel Nearby attractions include York Railway Station, Leeds railway station, International Airport Leeds Bradford, Flamingo Land, First Direct Arena, York Racecourse, Shambles, Harewood House.
The prices and availability we receive from booking sites change constantly. This means you may not always find the exact same offer you saw on trivago when you land on the booking site.
