Dakota Leeds

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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 Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Business services
The current price is NZ$306
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

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

Junior Suite

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

Signature Suite

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

Classic Double Room

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Garden Area

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

Grand Deluxe Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Leeds

A luxury stay in Leeds awaits you at Dakota Leeds. Within just a 15-minute stroll, you'll find popular places like University of Leeds and First Direct Arena. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The restaurant, Grill Restaurant, serves British cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. English breakfast is available on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also the convenience of valet parking. .Places within a 5-minute walk of this 4.5-property class Leeds City Center hotel include Trinity Leeds Mall and Leeds City Square.

What's nearby

  • Leeds City Square - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Trinity Leeds Mall - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • O2 Academy Leeds - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Leeds Grand Theatre - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • First Direct Arena - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

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
  • ‪Becketts Bank (Wetherspoon) - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Black Sheep Coffee - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Dakota Leeds

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. The luxury Dakota Leeds also features a terrace, concierge services, and laundry facilities. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4.5-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
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Dakota Leeds offers 94 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 49-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers, slippers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Leeds hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and blackout curtains. Hypo-allergenic bedding and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Valet parking on site (GBP 50 per day)
  • Limited on-site valet parking

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

Restaurants on site

  • Grill Restaurant

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

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

More

  • 1 building
  • 9 floors
  • Built in 2017
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

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

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

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
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

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.

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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: from 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
Cashless transactions are available
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 all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Dakota Leeds?

Dakota Leeds offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Dakota Leeds?

As of 6 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dakota Leeds on 11 Oct 2026 start from NZ$306, 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.

Is parking available at Dakota Leeds?

Yep, Dakota Leeds has valet parking for GBP 50 per day.

Does Dakota Leeds serve breakfast?

Yep, English brekkie is available on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Dakota Leeds?

No, Dakota Leeds does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Dakota Leeds?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves British cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Dakota Leeds?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Dakota Leeds?

No, pets are not allowed.

Dakota Leeds Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 823 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 109 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 37 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 1000 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

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

10/10 Excellent

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

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

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

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

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

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved our stay at Dakota. Staff were extremely helpful and friendly. The room was very clean and cosy. We will definitely be visiting again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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
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10/10 Excellent

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

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceptional staff, can’t fault them. Bar/drinks a little steep but you are in a City Centre. Great sleep, good sized rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast needs improving , prepare fruit to add to the granola would be a great addition
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely spacious suite, modern vibe, great location in city
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you Imogen
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

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

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

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff good, breakfast good, bar good, room disappointing
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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

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