Holiday Inn Express Wakefield by IHG

7.9/10 · 2261 Reviews Book

Queen Street, Wakefield, Wakefield, WF1 1JU, United Kingdom

Main amenities

Facilities For Disabled Guests Bar Tea/Coffee Maker In All Rooms 24-hour Front Desk Good Breakfast Family Rooms Free WiFi Parking On Site Restaurant Non-smoking Rooms

Neighborhood

Ruins

Sandal Castle 2.5 km

Urban Parks

Thornes Park 1.6 km

Play Creations 850 m

Carr Lodge Park 3.9 km

Middleton Park 8 km

Rail Stations

Wakefield Westgate 500 m

Wakefield Kirkgate Train Station 650 m

Squares

Leeds City Square 13 km

Millennium Square 13 km

Airports

Leeds Bradford International Airport 22 km

Manchester Airport 60 km

Humberside Airport 76 km

East Midlands Airport 95 km

Museums

Temple Newsam 11 km

Royal Armouries Museum 12 km

Adventure Parks

Grasmere Road Play Area 2.1 km

Agbrigg Park 2.1 km

Wrenthorpe Recreation Ground 2.5 km

West Yorkshire Sports and Social Club 2.6 km

Kirkthorpe Recreation Ground 3.5 km

Lofthouse Gate Recreation Ground 3.9 km

Ski Lifts

Halifax Ropetow 3 24 km

Halifax Ropetow 2 24 km

Halifax Platter 24 km

Restaurants

The Treehouse Wakefield 150 m

Brew Avenue 150 m

Tet Restaurant 200 m

Architectural Buildings

Nostell Priory 7 km

Bars

Havana 150 m

Bar mex 150 m

Kindred Spirit 200 m

Lakes

Newmiller Dam 5 km

Information

Holiday Inn Express Wakefield offers practical amenities designed for comfort and convenience, including free high-speed WiFi throughout the property, an on-site bar for relaxed evenings, and a restaurant serving good breakfasts alongside other meals. Family rooms accommodate groups traveling together while ensuring accessibility for guests with disabilities. On-site parking eliminates the need to search for spaces elsewhere. Located along Queen Street in central Wakefield, this hotel provides easy access to local attractions without sacrificing modern conveniences. Just a three-minute walk away lies The Treehouse Wakefield, a popular indoor climbing center ideal for families looking for active entertainment. Nearby, Havana, a lively Cuban-inspired eatery known for its bold flavors, sits just two minutes’ stroll down the street. For those interested in outdoor recreation, Newmiller Dam is accessible via a quick 14-minute drive eight kilometers northward—a scenic spot perfect for hiking or picnics—and Play Creations, a children’s play area offering interactive fun, can be reached within two minutes by car about two kilometers south.

Amenities

General

Smoke-free property Heating Carpeted Family rooms Facilities for disabled guests Designated smoking area Non-smoking rooms Elevator Air conditioning

Services

Daily housekeeping 24-hour front desk Shared lounge/TV area Baggage storage Wake-up service Fax/Photocopying (Paid) Meeting/Banquet facilities (Paid) Express check-in/out

Safety features

Process in place to check health of guests Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities First aid kits available Face masks for guests available Access to healthcare professionals

Bathroom

Toilet paper Towels Private bathroom Toilet Free toiletries Hairdryer Shower

Safety & security

Fire extinguishers Smoke alarms Key card access CCTV outside property CCTV in common areas 24-hour security

Cleanliness & disinfection

Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning Guest accommodation disinfected between stays Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies

Accessibility

Bathroom emergency cord Lowered sink Raised toilet Toilet with grab rails Wheelchair accessible Upper floors accessible by elevator

Food & Drink

Wine/Champagne (Paid) Bar Restaurant Snack bar Tea/Coffee maker

Food & drink safety

All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized Physical distancing in dining areas Delivered food covered securely Breakfast to-go containers

Physical distancing

Screens or physical barriers between staff and guests in appropriate areas Physical distancing rules followed Cashless payment available Single-room AC for guest accommodation

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV TV Telephone

Kitchen

Electric kettle Refrigerator

Room amenities

Clothes rack Socket near the bed

Front Desk Services

Invoice provided

Bedroom

Linens

Internet

Internet

Living Area

Desk

Parking

Parking (Paid)

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Reviews

7 / 10

Annette - 02/09/2026

Location was great.

Cleanliness

9 / 10

Jonathan - 02/07/2026

Excellent location for me, and very good value for money

Nothing

9 / 10

Alan - 02/08/2026

Staff so friendly and helpfull

Car parking a nightmare more staff parking than customers!!!!

10 / 10

Andrew - 02/09/2026

Always a lovely stay at the Holiday Inn. Great breakfast. Lovely Room. Easy Check Inn and easy to find within the centre of Wakefield. Will be staying again!

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Important information

Please notify the property in advance if you require check-in before 14:00. Please inform the hotel on arrival if you are an IHG member and wish to obtain an extended check-out, subject to availability. Guests are advised the same card that was used to make the booking will be required to take the payment. A pre-authorization is required for all bookings which will be held on your credit/debit card. When booking the Double / Twin Room type, guests are advised that the room type requested at the time of booking is not guaranteed however the hotel will endeavor to allocate the requested room type on arrival. Please e aware that the hotel has limited car park spaces and cannot guarantee availability. Please inform Holiday Inn Express Wakefield by IHG 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.

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