Explore Leeds
Whether you’re here for entertainment, good food, culture or business, Leeds is a fantastic place to visit. Our boutique hotel in Leeds city centre is right at the heart of it all. Stay with us and you’re surrounded by lively bars and nightlife, with Victoria Leeds shopping, Leeds Playhouse and First Direct Arena just a short walk away.
You can be pitchside at Leeds United FC within a 10 minute drive, on the platform at Leeds Train Station within a few minutes walk, and we’re just half an hour journey from Leeds Bradford Airport. Dakota Leeds is in the ideal location, whatever brings you to our city.
How to find us
8 Russell Street, Leeds, LS1 5RN
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Guests have discounted access to the Nuffield Health gym, swimming pool and sauna at The Light in Leeds City Centre less than 5 minutes walk away to keep up those essential fitness sessions.
Chargeable at £5 per person, please enquire with reception.
Limited secure valet car parking is available for £35 per 24 hours. This service must be pre-booked and is subject to availability.
Car parking with our preferred parking partner, Q-Park The Light, offers guests a 25% discounted rate and is within a 5 minute walk of the Hotel.
Situated underneath The Light shopping centre and leisure complex on St Anne’s Street, Leeds, LS1 8TL.
53° 47′ 53.6316″N, 1° 32′ 55.5756″W (53.798231, -1.548771)
If you wish use a postcode for Sat-Nav purposes the most accurate postcode is currently LS1 5RN.
Airport transfers can be arranged for our guests. This service is chargeable, must be pre-booked and is subject to availability. Please enquire with our concierge team ahead of your stay.
Dakota Leeds is just five minutes’ walk from Leeds Train Station.
Things to do in Leeds
Events in Leeds
You can easily access theatre and music venues from Dakota Leeds. First Direct Arena and Leeds Playhouse are both within walking distance and Leeds Festival is an event not to be missed.
Leeds Attractions
If it’s culture and sport you’re after, you’re in the right place. Dakota Leeds is the ideal destination hotel for many attractions including the Royal Armouries Museum, several theatres and just a short drive from Leeds United FC.
Leeds Shopping
Enjoy a vibrant shopping scene at Victoria Gate and Victoria Quarter, just 10 minutes’ walk away. You’ll find everything you need in this high-end retail hotspot, from designer fashion brands to unique toys and gifts, as well as John Lewis.