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Guest Information: Dakota Leeds

We want to ensure your stay with us at Dakota Leeds is as seamless as possible, with this in mind we’ve collated a selection of our most frequently asked questions to provide you with all the information you need for your visit. If you require further assistance please do not hesitate to contact the Hotel directly and our friendly teams would be delighted to assist you.

General Hotel Enquiries

What are the check in and out times at Dakota Leeds?

Standard check-in is at 3pm, check out is at 11am. Early check-in from 1pm and late check out until 1pm can be added to your booking for an extra charge, subject to availability.

To extend your check in or check out time please contact the Hotel directly at 0113 322 6261 or email reservations@lds.dakotahotels.co.uk.

Is there a dress code for Dakota Leeds?

We value your comfort and don’t impose a strict dress code. However, we kindly request guests to avoid sports shirts.

Is parking available at Dakota Leeds?

Secure valet parking is available for £45 per 24 hours, subject to availability. Guests can also use Q-Park The Light, a 5-minute walk from the hotel, with a 25% discount.

Q-Park is open 24/7 and features PaSS Technology (Automated Number Plate Recognition) for seamless entry and exit. Selected sites also offer convenient electric vehicle charging stations.

Parking must be pre-booked: please contact the Hotel directly at 0113 322 6261 prior to your arrival to arrange.

Are there gym facilities at Dakota Leeds?

Guests of Dakota Leeds can redeem a discounted rate of £6.50 per person for our local Nuffield Health gym, equipped with swimming pool and sauna. Please enquire at reception to redeem your discounted day pass.

How can I contact Dakota Leeds?

You can find all of our contact details for Dakota Leeds here.

To contact Dakota Leeds please call the Hotel directly at 0113 322 6261. To discuss making a booking or an upcoming reservation please email our reservations team at reservations@lds.dakotahotels.co.uk.

Luggage Storage at Dakota Leeds

You can store your luggage in the hotel before or after your check in time, please speak with a member of of team to arrange this.

Dakota Leeds Jobs

To view and apply to current vacancies at Dakota Leeds please view our careers portal here.

Food & Beverage Enquiries

Dakota Leeds Dietary Requirements

We cannot guarantee allergen-free dishes, but we’re here to accommodate your dietary requests whenever feasible. Please contact our Hotel directly before your arrival for personalised assistance.

Dakota Leeds Menus

Our full list of Dakota Leeds menus can be views online, or via the App here.

How do I order room service at Dakota Leeds?

Standard room service is available to order for in house guests from 12pm – 9pm. Our night time room service menu can be ordered from 9pm – 6am. You can view our room service menu via the TV or menu print out in your room. Simply dial 4032 from your room to make an order.

What are Dakota Leeds' restaurant times?

Breakfast:

Monday – Friday: 6:30am – 10am
Saturday – Sunday: 7am – 10am

Afternoon Tea:

Daily: 12pm – 5pm

A La Carte:

Monday – Saturday: 6pm – 9pm
Sunday: 6pm – 9pm

Simply Dakota Menu:

Sunday – Friday: 5pm – 7pm

Bottomless Brunch:

Saturday – Sunday: 10:30am – 2:30pm

Restaurant times are subject to change

Breakfast at Dakota Leeds

Breakfast is available for both in house guests and walk-ins, subject to availability.

Breakfast is served:
Monday – Friday: 6:30am – 10am
Saturday – Sunday: 7am – 10am

To add breakfast to an existing booking please contact the Hotel direct by calling us at 0113 322 6261 or email reservations@lds.dakotahotels.co.uk.

Promotions & Gift Vouchers

Dakota Leeds Discount Code

Exclusive to Dakota Insiders: save 12% on direct bedroom bookings. Enter your email at via the booking engine for your special rate. Offer excludes other promotions.

Dakota Leeds Gift Vouchers

Dakota Leeds gift vouchers can be purchased online here. To discuss any gift voucher enquiries please contact the Hotel directly at 0113 322 6261. To view our gift voucher T&Cs please click here.

Dakota Leeds NHS Discount

NHS works can redeem an exclusive rate on bookings at Dakota Leeds when making their reservation directly through the NHS staff benefits website.

Dakota Leeds Promotions

Dakota Leeds has a specially curated selection of packages available – to view our current specials and make a booking click here. Please note discount codes cannot be redeemed against packages.

Private Dining, Meetings and Events

Events at Dakota Leeds

Dakota Leeds are pleased to offer a selection of event spaces within the hotel, to read more about our event spaces click here. To enquire with our team about hosting your event at Dakota Leeds please call the Hotel on 0113 322 6261 or email your enquiry to reservations@lds.dakotahotels.co.uk.

How can I make a Terrace booking at Dakota Leeds?

The Dakota Leeds al fresco Terrace is available for bookings via our online booking engine here. The outdoor Terrace is not pre-bookable and available for walk ins only, subject to availability.

How do I book Private Dining at Dakota Leeds?

To make a booking for Private Dining please contact the Hotel directly by calling us at 0113 322 6261 or email our reservations at reservations@lds.dakotahotels.co.uk.

To view more about Private Dining spaces click here.

Location

Where is Dakota Leeds?

Dakota Leeds is located on Russel Street, in Leeds city centre – a short walk to the local arenas and shopping districts. To view more about our location, click here.

Where is the nearest train station from Dakota Leeds?

Dakota Leeds is located a short 4 minute walk to Leeds Train Station.

Dakota Leeds to First Direct Arena

Leeds First Direct Arena is a short ten minute walk or ten minute drive from the hotel.

Accessibility 

How do I book a wheelchair accessible room?

Select your chosen Classic Room when booking directly on our website, the second page on the booking process with show the option to select for a wheelchair accessible bedroom if the room type comes in this form and if we have availability.

If you are unable to find a suitable room type, please contact our the Hotel directly by calling us at 0113 322 6261 and a member of the team will be happy to assist you.

What accessibility features do you have at the Dakota Leeds?

If you book one of our wheelchair accessible bedrooms, its features are: a flashing beacon on the fire alarm sounding, emergency pull cords by your bed and in the bathroom alerting our team in the event of an emergency to assist you. Bathrooms include: low sinks, shower chair, and rails.

Additionally, the following features have the ability to be moved into any of our bedrooms: vibrating pillows, bed rails, bath handles, and shower chairs. At Reception, we can also provide you with a hearing loop,  or larger font printed documents such as registration card or menus.

Please let us know, ideally prior to arrival so we can be best prepared to meet your needs. If you need any accessibility assistance not already listed, please do let us know and we will do our best to accommodate your request.

What is the wheelchair accessibility throughout Dakota Leeds?

We have a ramp at our front entrance alongside steps for accessibility with direct access to elevators to get to alternative floors for bedrooms or our Grill.

I am a Blue Badge holder, where can I park nearby?

We offer complimentary valet car parking to Blue Badge holders, who are staying with us as Hotel guests, subject to availability and when prebooked. Please contact us prior to arrival so we can make valet parking arrangements based on your estimated time of arrival and departure to avoid any waits. Once arranged, simply drive up to the front door of the Hotel, and provide your keys to our Concierge.

What are the provisions for an emergency evacuation?

Prior to arrival or on check in, we will complete a Personal Emergency Evacuation Plan, also known as a PEEP form, for any guests who may require particular arrangements or assistance in the event of an emergency evacuation.

We also have trained team members onsite at all times to operate our fire evacuation chairs.