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Dakota Leeds

Property class: 4
4-star hotel near First Direct Arena

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An outdoor café with fur-covered chairs and yellow cushions, surrounded by urban buildings and greenery.
A restaurant with long tables, chairs, and a modern interior design.
A modern building with a prominent 'D' logo, featuring a glass facade and a well-maintained courtyard with trees.
A dog sitting under a table with candles and a decorative vase.
A spacious bar area with multiple seating options, a staircase, and a brick wall with framed pictures.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Business services

Explore the area

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8 Russell Street, Leeds, England, LS1 5RN
  • Place, Leeds City Square
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, O2 Academy Leeds
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, First Direct Arena
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 King Bed

A modern hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, a round table, and framed artwork on the walls.

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(20 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a chair, a small table, and a large plant.

Junior Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Signature Suite

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a wooden partition, and framed certificates on the wall.

Signature Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Classic Double Room

A bedroom with a large bed, a headboard, a chair, a desk, and framed documents on the wall.

Classic Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(61 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Garden Area

A hotel bedroom with a large bed, a chair, a small table, and a lamp.

Room, 1 King Bed, Garden Area

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Grand Deluxe Suite

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a bedside table, a nightstand, a small table, and a mirror.

Grand Deluxe Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Leeds

Leeds City Center stay.With a stay at this Leeds City Center hotel, you'll be steps from Leeds City Art Gallery and Leeds City Square. Trinity Leeds Mall and The Light are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Leeds City Square - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Trinity Leeds Mall - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • O2 Academy Leeds - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • First Direct Arena - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • University of Leeds - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Leeds Station - 6 min walk
  • Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Bottega Milanese - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪200 Degrees Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Black Sheep Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Becketts Bank (Wetherspoon) - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Dakota Leeds

4-star hotel near First Direct Arena
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Dakota Leeds also features a terrace, concierge services, and laundry facilities. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4-star Leeds hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 94 guestrooms or units
  • 9 levels
  • Built in 2017
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Dakota Leeds offers 94 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 49-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Leeds hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and blackout drapes/curtains. Hypo-allergenic bedding and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Oct 11 - Oct 12
Total with taxes and fees
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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Valet parking on site (GBP 50 per day)

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; GBP 24 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Wheelchair accessibility

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 49-inch flat-screen TV with satellite premium channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 AM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 47.0 per day.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 24 per person
  • Valet parking fee: GBP 50 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 47.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Dakota Leeds to the airport?

Dakota Leeds is 8 mi (37-min drive) away from the Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Dakota Leeds?

As of Sep 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dakota Leeds on Oct 11, 2026 start from $151, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Dakota Leeds have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Dakota Leeds.

Does Dakota Leeds offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Dakota Leeds, but English breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 24 per person. It's available on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Dakota Leeds?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Grosvenor Westgate Casino (17-min walk) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Dakota Leeds?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 AM.

Is there free parking at Dakota Leeds?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for GBP 50 per day.

Does Dakota Leeds have a pool?

Dakota Leeds does not have a pool.

Does Dakota Leeds have a restaurant?

Dakota Leeds is home to Grill Restaurant, which features British cuisine.

Does Dakota Leeds have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Dakota Leeds to downtown Leeds?

Dakota Leeds is 0.1 mi away from Leeds.

Dakota Leeds Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 830 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 105 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 36 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 1002 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel all round
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel very central would certainly stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room, really friendly and helpful staff and great restaurant/ breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room, elegant decor, perfect location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice place, best I’ve stayed in when in Leeds if I can get a good price I’ll stay here more often
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed at Dakota before and this time did not dissapoint, The staff are always welcoming and the hotel is spotless. I would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed many times and never have any complaints. Best hotel in Leeds
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location in city centre and near train station. Lovely room and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Abby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Couldn’t fault any part of staying here. Staff were very welcoming and helpful, clean well kept room, evening dinner and breakfast were delicious. Will 100% be staying again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mairi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only stayed one night and it wasn't long enough. Great location, friendly staff and comfortable beds. I'll definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Natasha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, it's very special, which made our stay fabulous especially as we were in Leeds to celebrate my husbands big birthday. The staff were very friendly and helpful Well done, on a fabulous place to stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely spacious suite, modern vibe, great location in city
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent high quality hotel with exemplary levels of service. Always my first choice in Leeds.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Darrell

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service and selection of food, would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good , great staff on reception . Always welcomed and acknowledged.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Oliver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room, super comfy bed, powerful,hot shower. Delicious breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mrs D Doyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good service, food and room. Great central location
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff good, breakfast good, bar good, room disappointing
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Anastasia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place to stay at, but the person checking me in was not very nice.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
So perfect. Great room. Great staff. Breakfast was delicious
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Anita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were fabulous. We had an issue with our AC but it was dealt with well. Location to bars/restaurants and shops excellent. Parking with discount was good value too
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Clare

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Second time I've stayed here and I wouldn't stay anywhere else. Great staff. Stunning hotel. Smells incredible. Rooms are lovely and everything you need is catered for. Central location for shopping, theatre and restaurants. Room service tip top. Can't fault it!! Two nights in a junior suite. Feels like I've had a proper break. Thanks guys we will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nespresso machine, good shower, good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel in Leeds, we stayed 5 nights and were very happy
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

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