When you stay at Hocus Pocus Tiny Hotel, you'll be in a fantastic location, just a 5-minute walk from Shambles and York Minster.
Languages
English, Italian, Romanian
At a glance
Hotel size
5 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in/out available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
Special check-in instructions
Guests will receive smart lock details
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Other information
Smoke-free property
No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties
Property amenities
What to do
Cycling nearby
Working away
Computer station
Services
Multilingual staff
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Room amenities
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Policies
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit/debit cards.
Cashless transactions are available.
This property is professionally cleaned.
Also known as
Hocus Pocus Tiny Hotel York
Hocus Pocus Themed Accommodation
Hocus Pocus Tiny Hotel Guesthouse
Hocus Pocus Tiny Hotel Guesthouse York
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at Hocus Pocus Tiny Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hocus Pocus Tiny Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Hocus Pocus Tiny Hotel and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as cycling.
What's the area around Hocus Pocus Tiny Hotel like?
Hocus Pocus Tiny Hotel is a short 1-minute walk from Shambles and 5 minutes' walk from York Minster.
Hocus Pocus Tiny Hotel Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
9.4/10
Amenities
9.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
5 Dec 2024
Sam
Sam, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
1 Oct 2024
Very quirky which we loved, ideally situated for the Shambles. Really enjoyed York and staying at the Hocus Pocus really added to the whole experience.
Antony
Antony, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
17 Sep 2024
We absolutely loved our stay at this fun tiny hotel? The beds were very comfortable and the location Fantastic, l think everyone coming to York should spend at least one night here, l definitely will come back again
Brenda
Brenda, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
27 Jul 2024
Such a lovely hotel good position in town well worth the money spent very clean and very good decor will go back at some stage in the future
paul
paul, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
6 May 2024
Great location
The location is unbeatable but amenities were sparse - like towels - and it felt like the decor was more important than the comfort factor. The bed was uncomfortable, there were no pegs to hang up your 2 towels, and there was no air flow. Just a fan. It felt like more of an AirBnb than a hotel. If you’re looking for a place where there’s someone to greet you and help you with extra needs and/or recommendations- this is not the place to be.
Patricia
Patricia, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
15 Apr 2024
Absolutely fantastic hotel. The room was spotless and I was in my element the whole time.
Verified traveller
3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
14 Apr 2024
Paul
Paul, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
17 Mar 2024
Emma
Emma, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
14 Jan 2024
Easy access to the property using the self check in instructions sent to us prior to arriving. Upon entering our room in the property we couldn't help notice the smell of what i can only imagine is sewerage.
The appearance and decor is really good and very detailed.
I think the price of £190 per night is a bit steep for what you get and because of the bad smell we wont stay here again.
Terry
Terry, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
20 Dec 2023
amelia
amelia, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
3 Dec 2023
R S
R S, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
3 Nov 2023
So much fun
Amazing, fun hotel stay
Amanda
Amanda, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
26 Sep 2023
Lovely themed room! Check in was easy and convenient and in a prime location right on the Shambles.
Yasmin
Yasmin, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
15 Sep 2023
loved everything
Lesley
Lesley, 2-night family trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
18 Aug 2023
One night stay!
I went for a one night stay with my mum, we really enjoyed our stay and loved the theme of our room! We especially loved how the bunk beds looked like they were in a train carridge! It suited our idea of a Harry Potter trip, will definitely be coming back again.
Caroline
Caroline, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
28 Jul 2023
Loved it!!
Tara
Tara, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
13 Jul 2023
The only thing that made me uneasy about staying at this ADORABLE hotel-we felt completely alone. We were emailed a passcode to enter the hotel and another code to enter our room. We never had any interaction with staff. We didn’t feel very safe because of this. The hotel itself is very magical-as if you are inside Hogwarts (Harry Potter).
Erin
Erin, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
20 Jun 2023
Teresa
Teresa, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
17 Jun 2023
This was a wonderfully unique property. This property can be noisy as there is a bar next door. We stayed on a Monday night so we had no issues. This property is very well done and the owners really took their time in setting up the decor. It’s location within the walls couldn’t be better. It iwas a quick walk from the train station. The rooms are quite small, but everything you need is there. We stayed in the librarium with our 2 older teenagers and it was just fine for a night. If you are looking for a unique place to stay, we would recommend this property to anyone looking to go to York.
Angela
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
14 Jun 2023
Jessika
Jessika, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
5 Jun 2023
Magically wonderful
Had the most magical stay at this hotel! I stayed in the sorceryum room and i felt like i had been transported back in time. My bed was so comfortable and i slept like a dream. Havnt stopped talking about this hotel since iv got back home, and many people now want to experience it for themselves. I will definitely be back
Kim
Kim, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
27 May 2023
Magical experience
What a fun magic themed hotel. Perfectly located. The bathrooms were excellent and the shower pressure was great. If you have trouble with stairs, make sure to get a first floor room. We loved it.
Sarah
Sarah, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 May 2023
Right in the middle of the Shambles, this hotel couldn’t be more convenient. It is also wonderfully quirky and delightful. Well worth a stay.
Lawrence
Lawrence, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
12 May 2023
Zoe
Zoe, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
6 Apr 2023
Small but in a great location! Very quiet! Comfortable