Whinmoor
Leeds
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.
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.
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.
Harewood House
Explore the great outdoors at Harewood House, a lovely green space in Leeds. Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its lively bars.
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.
Things to do
Leeds: Daily Guided City Center Walking Tour (10:30am)
Leeds: Emmerdale Village Set Guided Tour
York Historical Gems Tour & A Taste of York Chocolate
Whinmoor Hotel Deals
The Milner York
Brilliant staff as always. Especially Molly and Laura on the desk, they assisted us throughout our stay as was the first visit here since my wife became ill.
Reviewed on Nov 27, 2025
Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly
Quick check in lovelly clean warm room good sound proofing between rooms clean and tidy and well presented
Reviewed on Nov 25, 2025
Malmaison York
Great room, very comfortable bed Excellent breakfast and great rooftop bar Parking is a real issue at the hotel and in the city in general. The recommended NCP carpark had a huge queue - I would advise against bringing a car
Reviewed on Nov 25, 2025
Leeds Marriott Hotel
Buffet breakfast was just alright. Sausages were naff and bacon not great. But unlimited coffee, cappuccino machine with decaf option. Clean bedroom, great shower and decent armitage shanks
Reviewed on Nov 24, 2025
Moxy York
Lovely hotel close to centre, great staff!
Reviewed on Nov 25, 2025
Days Inn by Wyndham Wetherby
Clean, spacious, plenty of parking and super fast EV chargers. Rooms were quiet even though they were near the A1
Reviewed on Nov 23, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Whinmoor
Monkswood
While Monkswood isn't home to many top sights, Roundhay Park and Crossgates Shopping Centre are some notable places to visit nearby.
Oakwood
While visiting Oakwood, you might make a stop by sights like Roundhay Park and Leeds Golf Club.
Harehills
Grassy Banstead Park offers city views, while Roundhay Road, known as 'Curry Mile', boasts diverse shops and restaurants. Well-connected by buses, it's ideal for exploring Leeds and Wetherby.
Chapel Allerton
While Chapel Allerton might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Roundhay Park and Thackray Museum of Medicine.
Chapeltown
Though Chapeltown might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Thackray Museum of Medicine and First Direct Arena.
Little London
Little London might not have many top sights, but First Direct Arena and O2 Academy Leeds are two attractions nearby that you can check out.