Wakefield is a beautiful city in West Yorkshire. Here, any visitor is guaranteed to encounter several fascinating touristic sites, including the Wakefield Cathedral, that was built during the 11th century and has been acting as a steady landmark for centuries. Another good example of what makes Wakefield a tourist paradise is the Hepworth Art Gallery. This gallery is famous for its display of over 40 models cast in plaster and alabaster, from the Hepworth Estate. Wakefield and its surrounding areas feature a large collection of historic venues and a number of outstanding cultural and foodie-themed festivals. If you’re planning a trip to this stunning area of the country, make sure to book one of these top Airbnb vacation rentals in Wakefield, the UK to ensure a lovely vacation.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on November 27, 2024.
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1. Quaint cottage with a hot tub
This Victorian, detached cottage is a stunning hidden gem that is located in a lovely village location in Kirkburton, England. The area is surrounded by handy shops including a post office, gift shops, restaurant, pubs, and great bus service to Huddersfield center. The traditional farmhouse is renovated to a very high standard, aimed at pure luxury. The three-bedroom house has an open-plan, fully-furnished kitchen and a spacious dining area.
The relaxing lounge area upstairs is equipped with a comfortable leather sofa with a log burner, to keep you warm. There is also a private garden with a hot tub for guests. The three-bedroom house has four beds, meaning it can accommodate up to six guests and is ideal for families.
Kirkburton, England, United Kingdom
15.92 km (9.9 mi) from The Hepworth WakefieldAccommodates: 6
Top guest reviews
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lovely home and super hostkim the host is extremely helpfulthank you for you kind toucheskim was a fantastic host from start to end thank you xxthe host made us all feel welcome her home was absolutely beautiful -so quirky with fabulous finishing touchesLocation:
the location is quiet and very prettylocal facilities a stroll away with good food pubs/restaurants close bythe location was perfect for us - 3 miles from our friend's house who we were visitingvery nice and spacious excellent locationthe village is very quaint with lovely walks and pubs and a shop within easy walking distanceCleanliness:
the hot tub was very clean and freshly prepared for uswe had to ask kim to come back to vacuum & clean the downstairs toiletvery cozy homely and cleanthe hot tub was great and the whole was very clean and in a lovely locationRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
great wifi throughout the cottagebeautiful cottage plenty of space very modern kitchen quirky layouthad a great nights sleep in a comfortable bed after an awesome hot tub sessionthere are three bedrooms each with a comfortable double bed
2. Plush two-bedroom apartment (from USD 112)
This apartment is well located, opposite the Hepworth Art Gallery, and with a view of the canal from its balcony. The house is within walking distance to various amenities including shops, bars, restaurants, hospitals, and malls. The luxurious apartment is on the fifth floor and is serviced by two lifts. It has an open-plan kitchen, a spacious living area, two bedrooms with comfortable beds, a private bathroom, and your own balcony. Other amenities you may find useful is the large-screen TV, reliable access to the internet, and free parking on the premises.
Top guest reviews
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lovely apartment - friendly hostsgreat hosts quick and helpful responsethe hosts were very welcomingfriendly and helpful ownersray was a lovely hostLocation:
lovely secure flat in great locationgreat location with secure parkinggood location close to restaurants shops and a short walk from the train stationgood location and would definitely stay here againthe yorkshire sculpture park is only a few miles away and is well worth a visitCleanliness:
clean and well equippedmodern clean and tidyclean and convenient flatlovely clean warm modern apartmentvery clean and well presentedRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the wifi works very wellbeautiful condo spacious comfortable many amenities and with such a beautiful viewthe view over the canal was nice and the balcony was a great addition to a lovely apartmenta very comfortable apartment in wakefield with glorious views over the canalgreat apartment on the 5th floor giving good views over the canal
3. Beautiful Wakefield terrace home (from USD 48)
Come and relax in this beautiful, newly-decorated terrace house, situated in Lofthouse, near Wakefield with access to the motorways and train station, enabling you to travel to different areas of the city. There is safe, on-street parking outside the house. The newly-decorated and furnished house has a double room with storage and free Wi-Fi for all guests. All necessities are provided by the host, including bath towels, soap, shampoo and an ironing board and iron.
In the living room, you will find an original brick fireplace with a new wood-burner and there is a radiator that is connected to the central heating. The house is large enough to host two guests and has one comfortable bed and a private bathroom, making it ideal for couples.
Top guest reviews
Host:
lovely home and welcoming hostjess was a very pleasant hostshe is a great host and so accommodatingjess is the perfect host so welcomingjess is a great host and provided everything i neededLocation:
jess's place is in a very good location right next to outwood stationvery accommodating great location on the outskirts of leedsthe home is close to the train station so transport was fine :)good place to stay with convenient links by road and train nearbyperfect place to stay whilst working away from homeCleanliness:
very clean and stylishjess keeps a spotless pretty housevery clean and beautiful houseclean tidy and comfortableher place was very clean and quietRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
a comfortable bed and good wifilovely room with a new soft thick carpet that feels wonderful under your feetthe bed is comfortable and the carpeted floor feels nice toocomfortable and a good nights sleep
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4. Stylish apartment with terrace (from USD 48)
Stay in a private room situated in a lovely terrace home. Two guests are welcome at this homestay with a double bed. Enjoy shared access to the fully equipped kitchen and a full bathroom with a tub and shower essentials. There is also a study in case guests want to work or do some light reading. The living room has a sofa, an indoor fireplace, and cable TV. The stylish apartment is in the heart of Lofthouse, a village between Wakefield and Leeds.
Top guest reviews
Host:
lovely home and welcoming hostjess was a very pleasant hostshe is a great host and so accommodatingjess is the perfect host so welcomingjess is a great host and provided everything i neededLocation:
jess's place is in a very good location right next to outwood stationvery accommodating great location on the outskirts of leedsthe home is close to the train station so transport was fine :)good place to stay with convenient links by road and train nearbyperfect place to stay whilst working away from homeCleanliness:
very clean and stylishjess keeps a spotless pretty housevery clean and beautiful houseclean tidy and comfortableher place was very clean and quietRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
a comfortable bed and good wifilovely room with a new soft thick carpet that feels wonderful under your feetthe bed is comfortable and the carpeted floor feels nice toocomfortable and a good nights sleep
5. Double room in a cul-de-sac near Wakefield's center (from USD 39)
A short walk from Wakefield Kirkgate Station, Wakefield city center, and Pinderfields Hospital, you will find this double room in a semi-detached house in a quiet cul-de-sac. Being only 12 miles (19.3 km) away from Leeds, guests are sure to enjoy all that the city of Leeds has to offer. The lounge area of the house has two comfortable sofas, a fireplace, a coffee table, a large-screen TV and a Blu-ray player. The kitchen is fully equipped with a large, American-style fridge, microwave, dishwasher, and washing machine. It is also worth mentioning the kitchen table, that sits four guests.
There is a toilet and wash basin downstairs and the bedroom has a double bed, TV, wardrobe, chest of drawers, and a mirror. There are two other bedrooms upstairs, which are both private. This home can host two guests and is the ideal destination for couples.
Top guest reviews
Host:
bang on great host very helpful and frendlysteve is a great host would definitely stay there againvery helpful with other things tooCleanliness:
lovely clean comfy bed and very quieta very lovely stay in a clean room and close to wakefieldRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
excellent overall stay with everything you need for a comfortable staythe room is small but lovely
6. Converted mill cottage full of character (from USD 107)
This house is located in a very central area, only a five-minute walk to the station, where you can access Yorkshire. Within a 15 minute drive, you can reach Leeds, where you can visit shopping centers, museums, art galleries, restaurants, and bars. The house has a spectacular view and, at the rear of the property, you will find a garden that has a slide, swing, and trampoline and can be accessed through the patio doors from both the kitchen and sitting room.
At the end of the garden, there is a gate that will lead you to the secure parking area. The house has an en-suite master bedroom with a comfortable double bed. The second bedroom has a single bed with easy access to the main bathroom.
Top guest reviews
Host:
shannon was a welcoming host who met us on arrival and showed us aroundshannon was a really helpful and friendly host providing lots of information about the local areashannon is a lovely host - answered all our queries and made great recommendationshelpful host lovely cottage and good for a weekend breakgreat little cottage hands off host but there when neededLocation:
location was excellent for what we neededgreat house in what was an ideal location for our weekendgood facilities and close to nearby shopsa perfect location to explore the local area fromcute and cosy place in a handy location to wakefield and yorkCleanliness:
it was very clean and spaciousbeautiful home warm and rustic lovely garden set in a quiet peaceful and clean locationRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the cottage is a bit quirky but homely and comfortable with all amenitiesa quaint and quirky cottage making a comfortable staylovely homely cottage plenty of room for us and very well equippednice touches; milk for tea and breakfast cereals and lovely flowers made us feel right at home
7. Charming suite in rustic home (from USD 33)
Experience staying in a local’s home and get the best amenities in this charming home away from home. Ideal for two guests, this private suite has everything you need from a king bedroom, a functional and clean bathroom, a fully equipped kitchen, and entertainment facilities like Netflix access on the flat-screen TV. The property has an indoor fireplace in the living room as well as complimentary breakfast for guests before 10am.
Top guest reviews
Host:
fantastic host thanks againglenn has a lovely home and is a very friendly manglenn is a very hospitable host and a very good communicatorreally enjoyed my stay glenn was a fantastic hostlovely host and great locationLocation:
great house and great location no problems at allgreat place to stay near leeds everything you want from an accommodationgreat location lovely house and hostnice place good location with a few tweaks could be a great place to staya home from home a lovely relaxed atmosphere great location and facilitiesCleanliness:
clean space with lovely facilitieshome is clean and tidy and bedroom is great lots of gadgetsa great place to stay clean and tidy and everything you need for a perfect staygood to have an en suite and all sparkling cleanglenn was very responsive to questions was clean and tidy and good amenities for breakfastRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
an excellent en suite apartment with a large double bed and use of kitchen and loungeeverything was nice the bed was a bit noisy :) thank you glennvery nice room with all basic things available and nice entertainment zonenice room big bed and tv
8. Luxury barn accommodation near Leeds and Wakefield (from USD 115)
This is Poplars Barn, full of character and offering the perfect cozy stay during your short break or business trip. Poplars Barn is located in the heart of the famous Yorkshire Rhubarb Triangle. Rothwell is the nearest village and is only 2 miles away (3.2 km). From Rothwell, you can access various restaurants, supermarkets, pubs, and hospitals. Poplars Barn offers two private floors. It has a private dining area with limited kitchen facilities on the first floor. On the second floor, you will find a dining table with comfy chairs, a flat-screen TV, and a music player.
The bedroom is equipped with high ceilings, a comfortable bed, and a balcony that overlooks the garden. The large bathroom has a roll-top bath, a separate shower, and a private toilet. Poplars Barn can comfortably host up to two guests, making it ideal for couples.
Top guest reviews
Host:
the hosts were greatsharon is a wonderful host and very friendlysharon & chris are the friendliest & most helpful of hosts too :-)sharon is a great host and immediately made us feel welcomewonderful hosts and a wonderful placeLocation:
great quiet location for wakefield and leeds areaswonderful place for a relaxing get awaythis is an amazing place nearby to leeds/ wakefieldthe poplars is an absolutely lovely place to stay near leedslovely cozy space (fire burning upon arrival ) central to all that we had going on our holidayCleanliness:
very clean and tidyclean comfy relaxing and really cleanclean house with necessities includedlovely comfortable spotlessly clean small barnwonderful place to stay extremely cleanRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the facilities and amenities were great - having breakfast (bread milk croissants tea/coffee juice etceverything was just as in the photos and extremely comfortable (especially the snuggle chair )and a nice garden to sit and relax in their comfortable outdoor chairs and tablelovely touches very charming and thoughtful supplies including croissants jam tea coffee etc and juice for breakfastvery nice and cozy cottage with scenic views and peaceful atmosphere
9. Double bedroom with WiFi and cot bed
This room is in a lovely, three-bedroom townhouse, located in the most convenient area of Wakefield, with excellent access to local shops and restaurants and it is only a five-minute walk to the city center. Guests will have easy access to transportation because the Westgate train station is only minutes away. In the house, you are given your own private room, where you will find a comfortable double bed, a bed lamp and somewhere to store your clothes.
Guests are also invited to enjoy the shared lounge, which has a comfortable sofa and a large-screen TV. There is also a large kitchen that can be used and a dining area. The house has reliable Wi-Fi and access to a dryer and lots of free parking. This home is ideal for solo travelers and couples.
Wakefield, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom
1.79 km (1.2 mi) from The Hepworth WakefieldAccommodates: 2
Top guest reviews
Host:
thank you again for being a great host :-)a welcoming & kind hostnetty was a very welcoming host who made sure that everything was as easy as possiblea wonderful room with a wonderful hostannette is a very considerate host and will make you feel very welcome thereLocation:
it's a nice place within 20min walking distance from the centeri always feel welcome at annette's place when i stay there for purposes of workCleanliness:
bathroom old but clean with fresh towelsthe place is clean and tidythe room was clean shower was amazing i slept soundlythe house is clean and tidy and situated in a quiet areathe house is always clean and ready for you when you arriveRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
free fast wifi is available as well
10. Luxury apartment, close to the city center and the M1/M62 motorways
This is the pure definition of a luxury home away from home. The home is located in the perfect position, a short walking distance to the city center, where a train station, restaurants, bars, and takeaways are all accessible. The house has a large, open-plan lounge with a dining area capable of sitting up to four guests. In the lounge, you will also find two sofa beds and an open-plan kitchen, fully equipped with a dishwasher, fridge, and oven.
The TV is mounted on the wall of the living room and has access to Netflix and Hulu. The bedroom is separated from the other common areas and has a built-in wardrobe and a king-size bed, specifically designed for a comfortable sleep. This place is best for couples, solo adventurers, and business travelers.
Wakefield, England, United Kingdom
1.84 km (1.2 mi) from The Hepworth WakefieldTop guest reviews
Host:
mike and linda were great hoststhe host are very helpfulthe hosts were friendly helpful and welcomingmichael provided everything we needed and was very helpful of letting us know the facilitiesgreat hosts great place to stayLocation:
really good location for the hepworth gallery and to city centerlovely apartment in a very central location in the city yet extremely quiet and restfulit’s good with free parking and very good location to get into leedslovely apartment great location no complaints at allwe had a great stay at michael and linda's placeCleanliness:
very clean and stylishthey are very clean and nice flatsas expected it was very cleanit was very clean and felt safe as it was in a gated developmentour family had a nice stay at this clean and tidy homeRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
they provided fresh milk cereal coffee and the tv was even logged into the apartments own netflix account
11. Twin bedroom in a three-bedroom house
Welcome to this comfortable house, located in a quiet grove, approximately a 10-15 minute walk to the city center and Hepworth Gallery. Guests will be fascinated by the Pugneys Waterpark, Sandal Castle, and the Yorkshire Sculpture Park. The three-bedroom house has a large, fully-furnished kitchen and a diner, where you can take your meals.
Guests have access to one of the bedrooms that has two comfortable single beds and a large window with a view of the neighborhood. There is Wi-Fi throughout the entire house and a cable TV in the guest room. This accommodation is simple but private and comfortable for lone travelers.
Wakefield, England, United Kingdom
1.15 km (0.8 mi) from The Hepworth WakefieldTop guest reviews
Host:
a friendly professional serviceshe is a great host and made us feel very welcomelorraine is super nice hostvery friendly and helpful hostreally friendly host thought of everythingLocation:
an easy walk into central wakefield ( :easily walk into central wakefield about 15ish minutesthe house was a short walk from kirkgate station and pretty easy to findgreat accommodation close to town as advertisedgreat place to stay warm cosy cute roomCleanliness:
bedroom and bathroom very clean and homelyso clean and friendly really welcoming and tidyrhe room was beautiful warm clean and inviting and we look forward to returningour room was bright and clean and we were made very welcomethe room we stayed in was really cosy and cleanRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
as other reviewers have said the photos don't do the room justice - it's lovely and spaciousthe room was great and had sky tv toolorraine is a very warm and friendly person and i can recommend her breakfastthe room is nice and cosy
12. Accommodation in a lovely Victorian terrace home
This is a spacious double room in a Victorian house, located in a lovely location with good transport into the center of Wakefield. The house is near Leeds and Wakefield and is in a perfect position for visiting the Yorkshire Sculpture Triangle, Yorkshire Sculpture Park, Hepworth Gallery and the Henry Moore Gallery. The house is equipped with a comfortable, big double bed. There is also a sizable dining table in the dining room, that can host up to four guests.
Guests will have access to Wi-Fi throughout the whole house. Other features that are worth mentioning are the indoor fireplace, that can be used to keep you warm and there is also a laptop working area, where you can comfortably use your laptop. The bathroom is spacious and fully equipped with the needed toiletries. This home is large enough to fit four guests in its two bedrooms and is ideal for couples or a small group.
Wakefield, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom
2.98 km (1.9 mi) from The Hepworth WakefieldTop guest reviews
Host:
alison is the perfect hostalison was a great host - very welcoming and extremely helpfulfriendly host that offers a great place to stayalison is a lovely host very considerate and friendlyali is a very relaxed and welcoming host who made sure i felt at home straight awayLocation:
it's in a lovely location with good transport into wakefield centrealison’s quirky place is definitely worth a visitCleanliness:
the beds are comfortable and clean: we slept really wella very welcoming host clean tidy and very comfortable booking again for another weekthe house is clean and cosy with lovely quirky decorclean comfortable and in a great locationthe room was as advertised in a lovely cosy home and was very cleanRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
large comfortable bedroom and lots of thoughtful touches :)comfortable and quirky space close to amenities
Fantastic Airbnb vacation rentals in Wakefield
As a traveler, you cannot miss exploring the town of Wakefield - the proud home to award-winning art galleries. It is time to try something unique. You can choose to create your own neon sculptures or take a journey into the dungeons of a medieval castle. The mentioned attractions are just a few ideas of what to do in Wakefield and all you need to know about accommodation is right here. Take a look and start planning.
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