Hocus Pocus Hotel

York

📍 2 Patrick Pool, York, YO1 8BB

🚆 Nearest station: · 0.5 mi

🔌 Nearest public charging: · 0.2 mi (Open Charge Map)

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Magical-themed hotel located next to the Shambles in York
Rooms inspired by witchcraft, mythology and medieval design
Located in the city centre of York
Faces Patrick Pool Street and St. Sampsons Church
24 hour security and express check-in/out available

Hocus Pocus Hotel sits in the heart of York, next to the Shambles and facing Patrick Pool Street and St. Sampsons Church. It's a magical-themed hotel, styled as a portal to ancient magic, witchcraft and mythical stories, with rooms ranging from a cosy double to larger rooms sleeping up to five across themed spaces such as the Libraryum and Apothecary. Guests can expect free high speed WiFi, daily housekeeping, 24 hour security and express check-in and check-out. The hotel is just 0.5 miles from York station, making it easy to reach, and is right by local attractions including the Roman Bath Museum, York's Chocolate Story and Barley Hall, all within a few minutes' walk.

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Station: 0.5 miles
Roman Bath Museum: 0 miles
York's Chocolate Story: 0 miles
Barley Hall: 0.1 miles

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Check-in: Express check in
Check-out: Express check out

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Details taken from the operator's own website on 19 Oct 2026 — check current terms when you book.

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✓ Disabled Access
✓ WiFi
🚌 Near a Bus Stop
🔌 EV Charging Nearby
🚆 Near a Train Station

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