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A modern hotel in the centre of Wakefield, with free Wi-Fi and breakfast includedHoliday Inn Express® Wakefield hotel is a five-minute walk from Wakefield Westgate Station.
A train can whisk you to Leeds in 15 minutes, York or Sheffield in under an hour. The M1 and M62 motorways are both within a few miles of the hotel.
Wakefield Bus Station is a five-minute walk away, with connections around West Yorkshire. The spire of medieval Wakefield Cathedral towers over the city centre five minutes' walk away.
Sculptures and contemporary art at the Hepworth Wakefield gallery are 15 minutes away beside the River Calder.
You can see more works by Henry Moore at the Yorkshire Sculpture Park, in the grounds of 18th-century Bretton Hall only seven miles from the hotel. The Ridings and Trinity Walk shopping centres are a short stroll away.
Travelling for business? You can hold a meeting for 10 in the hotel's meeting room, with convenient free Wi-Fi and on-site parking.
If you need documents quickly, there's a computer and printer for guests' use. There are several local business parks within two miles of the hotel.
You can enjoy sausages and eggs as part of the inclusive Express Start Breakfast in the Great Room restaurant every day.
Settle down to curries, paninis or burgers for dinner and relax at the end of the day with a cold pint in the lounge bar.
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Aeriva's editorial team reviewed Holiday Inn Express Wakefield using property data, listed amenities, and aggregated guest ratings in Wakefield.
Location
4.8/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Reviews
8.4/10
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A modern hotel in the centre of Wakefield, with free Wi-Fi and breakfast includedHoliday Inn Express® Wakefield hotel is a five-minute walk from Wakefield Westg
Holiday Inn Express Wakefield is listed as a Hotel in Wakefield, bookable online on Aeriva.
Holiday Inn Express Wakefield offers amenities such as Estacionamento, Serviço de quartos, Receção disponível 24 horas, Lavandaria, Área específica para fumar, Pequeno-almoço continental, Restaurante, Bar, Wi-Fi, Acessibilidade para cadeira de rodas. See the full list in the amenities section.
Guests rated Holiday Inn Express Wakefield 8.4 on Expedia, based on 1003 published reviews.
A modern hotel in the centre of Wakefield, with free Wi-Fi and breakfast includedHoliday Inn Express® Wakefield hotel is a five-minute walk from Wakefield Westgate Station.
A train can whisk you to Leeds in 15 minutes, York or Sheffield in under an hour. The M1 and M62 motorways are both within a few miles of the hotel.
Wakefield Bus Station is a five-minute walk away, with connections around West Yorkshire. The spire of medieval Wakefield Cathedral towers over the city centre five minutes' walk away.
Sculptures and contemporary art at the Hepworth Wakefield gallery are 15 minutes away beside the River Calder.
You can see more works by Henry Moore at the Yorkshire Sculpture Park, in the grounds of 18th-century Bretton Hall only seven miles from the hotel. The Ridings and Trinity Walk shopping centres are a short stroll away.
Travelling for business? You can hold a meeting for 10 in the hotel's meeting room, with convenient free Wi-Fi and on-site parking.
If you need documents quickly, there's a computer and printer for guests' use. There are several local business parks within two miles of the hotel.
You can enjoy sausages and eggs as part of the inclusive Express Start Breakfast in the Great Room restaurant every day.
Settle down to curries, paninis or burgers for dinner and relax at the end of the day with a cold pint in the lounge bar.
Holiday Inn Express Wakefield is located in Wakefield, GB. Listed address: Queen Street. Use the map on this page for the approximate area before booking.
Holiday Inn Express Wakefield is in the Wakefield area of Wakefield.
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About Wakefield is an enchanting destination deeply rooted in the industrial history of England, situated in a strategic geographical location connecting it to both fertile plains and the majestic peaks of the Pennines. The city is not merely a point on the map; it is a hub of cultural and natural convergence. Located specifically in the West Yorkshire metropolitan district, Wakefield offers a rich view of British urban life, combining the dynamic pace of metropolitan areas with the serene calm of riverbanks.
Its positioning is unique: nestled along the banks of the powerful Calder River while simultaneously occupying space on the eastern edge of the imposing Pennine mountain range. This combination of elements—running water, elevated terrain, and urban environment—gives Wakefield a multifaceted identity, where wild nature meets robust human development. In terms of demographics, the city has shown remarkable population stability throughout the early decades of the 21st century. According to census data, in 2001, the estimated population was 76,886 inhabitants. This count saw slight growth up until the 2011 Census, when it totaled 77,512 residents.
This small population increase reflects not only stability but perhaps also the resilience and attractiveness of the location for living and doing business, keeping alive the community soul characteristic of English cities with such deep roots. When exploring Wakefield, the traveler encounters a destination where the grandeur of nature is contained and coexisting harmoniously with vibrant urban energy.
Wakefield offers several beaches and coves. From Holiday Inn Express Wakefield, plan day trips to the region's most popular shores.
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About Wakefield is an enchanting destination deeply rooted in the industrial history of England, situated in a strategic geographical location connecting it to both fertile plains and the majestic peaks of the Pennines. The city is not merely a point on the map; it is a hub of cultural and natural convergence. Located specifically in the West Yorkshire metropolitan district, Wakefield offers a rich view of British urban life, combining the dynamic pace of metropolitan areas with the serene calm of riverbanks.
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History The history of Wakefield is intrinsically linked to its privileged geography: the Calder River and proximity to the Pennines. Although sources do not detail specific historical landmarks, the location in West Yorkshire suggests a past shaped by intensive economic activities, typical of regions that became crucial industrial centers for the United Kingdom.
Cities like Wakefield frequently witnessed periods of great economic transformation—moving from rural and artisanal commerce to the major cycles of the Industrial Revolution. This historical trajectory left behind a visible architectural legacy, where old buildings stand alongside more modern structures silently telling the stories of generations of workers, merchants, and innovators who made this region an engine for much of the country.
The development of the area around the Calder River not only provided a vital water resource for daily life and early industrial processes but also shaped the urban layout. It is possible to feel, while walking through the streets and along the riverfront, the reverberations of centuries of human activity. The history here is a continuous narrative of adaptation, resilience, and prosperity that culminated in the vibrant community we see today.
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