About this property

Historic Setting: Housed in a historic building in York city center, Hocus Pocus Tiny Hotel offers a unique stay experience. The property features parquet floors and private entrances, providing a charming atmosphere. Comfortable Accommodations: Guests enjoy family rooms with private bathrooms, walk-in showers, and free WiFi. Additional amenities include a work desk, TV, and free toiletries, ensuring a comfortable and convenient stay. Convenient Location: Located a 4-minute walk from York Minster and 0.7 mi from York Railway Station, the hotel is close to attractions such as Bramham Park (15 mi) and Flamingo Land Theme Park (25 mi). Leeds Bradford International Airport is 30 mi away. Guest Favorites: Guests appreciate the convenient and central location, making it ideal for exploring York. The child-friendly environment and full-day security enhance the stay experience.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located in the real heart of York, this property has an excellent location score of 9.8!


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Harry
Canada Canada
Located in the Shambles area. The themed premises were very well done. Small but super cool.
Tuttle
United States United States
We has such a fun time! The details of our room were brilliant - from the books to the paintings, the cobwebs to the architecture. We also appreciated the cold water in the fridge, as well as the very comfy beds and hot showers. We had a blast,...
Max
United States United States
A wonderful small hotel right in the very center of York. It has so much atmosphere and charm, and it felt like more than just a place to stay — it was part of the experience. I traveled with my kids, and we all enjoyed our stay very much. The...
Obrien
United Kingdom United Kingdom
This place was so amazing, worth every penny... Location is perfect, the bed is comfy and the room was just right with the location
Mary
United States United States
Love the location and the theme. The attention to detail is excellent!
Sandra
Canada Canada
Themed hotel in the heart of historic York. Stone and timber combine with arcane elements for a truly unique experience. Ground level room with lots of space to move around for this older traveller. Has a mini fridge and ironing station. Easy...
Charlotte
United Kingdom United Kingdom
We loved the themed room and finding all the small details in the room. It created a fun atmosphere for a magic loving family. The location was amazing.
Suzanne
United States United States
This place was charming and full of character. The location is write at the Shambles. Small but they have options for size of room. Keep in mind rooms are small it is an older building, but that did not bother us a bit. We enjoyed our stay. ...
Tricia
United States United States
The best part of this was the concept of a tiny, spooky hotel room. It was super cute and fun to stay in…for one night. I would not do it for a family for more than 1 night because it was so small. BUT, we loved it for the experience and the...
Michele
United States United States
This was an adventurous booking. Families with small children would really enjoy this unique booking. The location was perfectly central, next to the Shambles. Check-in was super easy. Codes also helps not having to coordinate when you have...

Host Info

Company review score: 8.6Based on 444 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

Our souls are bound by a shared passion—for history, for magic, for the timeless art of hospitality, and for crafting spaces where dreams may dwell. The walls of our Tiny Hotel are not mere brick and mortar, but the embodiment of a singular vision: to breathe life into the legends of York, and to offer you not just a place to stay, but a portal into another world. Here, every stone has a story. Every timber beam echoes with the laughter of ages past. What you behold is the result of our deep reverence for the past, our love for the mystical, and our desire to build not only with tools, but with heart, wonder, and the alchemy of joy. When you cross our threshold, you do not simply enter a room—you enter an enchantment. A place where you are not a guest, but a part of something ancient, storied, and spellbound. And as night falls, the magic only deepens. Candlelight dances on the walls, dreams stir in the shadows, and the stillness of the hour becomes a lullaby woven with whispers from another time. Let yourself drift—wrapped in comfort, wonder, and a little spellwork of our own. Your enchanted journey has only just begun.

Property info

In the heart of York, where shadows dance through ancient alleys and whispers of the past echo from stone walls, a haven of enchantment awaits. Born from our passion for history, sorcery, and timeless tales, The Hocus Pocus York offers a sanctuary for dreamers, wanderers, and believers in the arcane. Beyond its weathered doors lie five spellbound suites, each cloaked in its own story, draped in velvet mystery, and guarded by time itself. Here, every chamber bears secrets, every mirror reflects echoes of forgotten eras. The city’s clamor fades into silence as moonlight spills over charmed furniture, inviting guests to rest where kings once conspired and dragons may still breathe beneath the floorboards. Magic is not merely a promise—it lingers in the air. It lives in the walls, hums in the corridors, and waits for your touch. A stay with us is not mere lodging—it is a ritual, a passage into a world that stirs poets' hearts and ignites the imagination. Whether you come with family or lover, in search of legend or lullaby, our spell is cast upon all. Since the 14th of June, 2022, Hocus Pocus has stood as a reborn relic—its bones old as time, its soul rekindled with care and devotion. The walls remember, and so shall you. If your heart is brave and your spirit curious, join us. But speak not of what you see. For those who believe, the magic is eternal. Shhh…

Neighborhood info

Take your time and stroll the neighbouring cobblestone streets, revel the beautiful works of local artists in the city’s museums, explore the Shambles, the secret alleyways, explore the snickleways, dream about the old times in front of the Minster, walk on the city walls and become part of a city surrounded by history and magic. Hocus Pocus is in the heart of the city centre, therefore you can feel its pulse and vibration. This is a full of life location!

Languages Spoken

English,Italian,Romanian

Area info

Amenities of Hocus Pocus Tiny Hotel

Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

House rules

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Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Damage policy
If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to £250 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this reservation.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

It is possible to ask for an Early Check In for a £10 FEE to be paid via this platform. Early check ins are also based on the availability of the day and we cannot accept more than 1 Early check in per day.

Please inform Hocus Pocus Tiny Hotel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.

If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to £250 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.

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