Visit Oakwood
Popular places to visit
University of Leeds
Late Victorian and award-winning brutalist and modernist architecture house the classes and students of Leeds’ namesake university, established in 1904.
First Direct Arena
Its honeycombed exterior glowing like a beacon at night, Leeds’ modern music venue draws crowds nightly to its shows featuring local and international stars.
Roundhay Park
One of the largest city parks in Europe has a huge expanse of parkland, woods, lakes, gardens and lush tropical glasshouses to explore and enjoy.
Royal Armouries
Discover the world of weaponry at this purpose-built museum, which contains the national collection of arms and armor from throughout the ages.
Harewood House
Explore the great outdoors at Harewood House, a lovely green space in Harewood. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
O2 Academy Leeds
If music is your religion, this impressive entertainment venue may become your place of worship; its Gothic façade even looks like a church.
Activities
City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
York Historical Gems Tour & A Taste of York Chocolate
Bar and Club queue jump entry Party Pass to multiple venues in York
Our pick of the best Oakwood Hotel Deals
Radisson Hotel York
"The hotel is clean and the rooms do what they say. However, there is no atmosphere in the hotel The reception is impersonal and I booked 2 twin rooms through you and they said they didn't get advised of that due to me using a 3rd party?? We did get twin rooms in the end. Also the pillows are very ..."
Reviewed on 10 June 2026
The Milner York
"This is a classic Poirot era hotel immediately adjacent to the York railroad station. Our room was quite small but well appointed. In retrospect, I think we would have been well advised to choose a larger (i.e.; much more expensive) room. There is (was?) ongoing road construction occurring right ..."
Reviewed on 10 June 2026
Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly
"Bathroom not as clean as our first visit there . Breakfast was good, great location to city center."
Reviewed on 9 June 2026
Malmaison York
"👍"
Reviewed on 9 June 2026
The Queens Hotel
"We were very happy with our room, cleanliness, position and facilities. The bath may be too high for some older people getting in & out. We did have some noise problems coming from an air vent that made it difficult to get to sleep one night. Night staff couldn’t fix it but maintenance solved it ..."
Reviewed on 10 June 2026
Delta Hotels by Marriott York
"A few years since we were last at the hotel and a change of name but it was still as good, great room with racecourse view, excellent restaurant and superb breakfast with an excellent choice. All staff we had contact with very good and look forward to coming back."
Reviewed on 9 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Oakwood
Leeds City Center
The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Leeds City Center. Make a stop by Trinity Leeds Mall or Briggate while you're exploring the area.
Arena Quarter
While visiting Arena Quarter, you might make a stop by sights like Leeds Grand Theatre and O2 Academy Leeds.
Leeds Dock
Shopping, restaurants and waterfront views are some highlights of Leeds Dock. Make a stop by Royal Armouries or Cultural Quarter while you're exploring.
Holbeck
Holbeck is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out Canal Wharf, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.
Hyde Park
If you're spending some time in Hyde Park, Hyde Park Picture House and M&S Company Archive are top sights worth seeing.
