Last-minute romantic hotel deals in Yorkshire

• Easy access to York
• Next to York racecourse
• Kids eat and stay free

The Holiday Inn York, an IHG Hotel, makes the perfect base for exploring historic York and everything it has to offer. It’s a 10-minute drive from the city centre, where you’ve got the grand York Minster, or the famous Shambles – one of the best-preserved medieval shopping streets in Europe. Plus, the hotel’s next to York Racecourse, so it’s a top place to bed down after a race day.

There’s a restaurant for hot buffet breakfasts and dinners. And families are in luck, because kids eat free. The Open Lobby is where friends, family or colleagues all congregate. It’s open 24 hours and there’s an all-day dining menu. There’s a bar with a terrace for al fresco drinks, too. Or, room service is available around the clock.

The rooms have everything you need, from pillow menus and tea and coffee to air-con and free Wi-Fi. Plus, kids stay free when sharing with an adult, so it’s a great affordable option for families visiting York.

With a stay at Hilton Leeds City Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Leeds – a 4-minute drive from First Direct Arena and 5 minutes from University of Leeds. This hotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Canal Wharf and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Briggate.

When you stay at Village Hotel Leeds South in Leeds, you'll be in the suburbs, within a 15-minute drive of University of Leeds and First Direct Arena. This eco-friendly hotel is 14.1 mi (22.7 km) from Halifax Piece Hall and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Morley Queen Street Market.

With a stay at Holiday Inn Leeds Wakefield M1 Jct.40 by IHG, you'll be centrally located in Ossett, within a 15-minute drive of First Direct Arena and Thornes Park Athletics Stadium. This hotel is 11.2 mi (18 km) from University of Leeds and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Wakefield Cathedral.

Nestled beside the Yorkshire Dales, this 17th-century pub is surrounded by stunning countryside. It offers sumptuous, home-cooked food, free Wi-Fi and free private parking in the charming village of Fearby.

Many of the rooms at Black Swan have scenic views of the Dales and the Vale of York. They also feature a flat-screen TV, tea and coffee-making facilities, and a modern bathroom.

The restaurant serves hearty, home-cooked food for lunch, and a bistro menu in the evenings. Breakfast includes full cooked options, eggs Benedict, grilled kippers and smoked haddock. A continental buffet is also available.

The Black Swan makes an ideal base for exploring the beautiful Yorkshire scenery. A number of walks are available around the pub, including a 7-mile circular route to Jervaulx Abbey and the village of Thornton Steward.

When you stay at Holiday Inn Barnsley by IHG in Barnsley, you'll be in the business district, within a 15-minute drive of Meadowhall Shopping Centre and Utilita Arena Sheffield. This hotel is 9.5 mi (15.2 km) from Peak District National Park and 14.8 mi (23.8 km) from University of Sheffield.

With a stay at The Skipton Hotel - Formerly Hotel Rendezvous in Skipton, you'll be on the waterfront, within a 10-minute drive of Yorkshire Dales National Park and Northern Dales Farmers Market. This hotel is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Peninne Boat Trips of Skipton and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Craven Museum and Gallery.

Set in Wakefield, 7.7 km from Belle Vue, Dimple Well Lodge Hotel offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. This 4-star hotel offers a bar. The property is non-smoking and is situated 12 km from White Rose Shopping Centre.

At the hotel, all rooms include a wardrobe. Free WiFi and a private bathroom fitted with a shower and free toiletries are accessible to all guests, while certain rooms also offer a Blu-ray player. All guest rooms in Dimple Well Lodge Hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV and a hairdryer.

The breakfast offers à la carte, Full English/Irish or halal options.

Middleton Park is 16 km from the accommodation, while Trinity Leeds is 19 km from the property. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 29 km away.

Located in Wetherby, The Bridge Hotel and Spa is within a 10-minute drive of Wetherby Racecourse and Allerton Castle. This spa hotel is 14.4 mi (23.2 km) from York Minster and 14.3 mi (23.1 km) from Shambles.

With a stay at DoubleTree by Hilton York, you'll be centrally located in York, within a 10-minute walk of Shambles and York Minster. This hotel is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Jorvik Viking Centre and 1 mi (1.7 km) from York Dungeon.

With a stay at Leonardo Hotel Leeds , you'll be centrally located in Leeds – a 5-minute drive from First Direct Arena and 6 minutes from University of Leeds. This eco-friendly hotel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Canal Wharf and 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Crown Point Shopping Park.

With a stay at The Met Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Leeds, within a 5-minute drive of First Direct Arena and University of Leeds. This eco-friendly hotel is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Leeds City Square and 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Leeds City Art Gallery.

When you stay at Holiday Inn Leeds Garforth by IHG in Leeds, you'll be near the airport, within a 15-minute drive of First Direct Arena and University of Leeds. This hotel is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Townclose Hills Local Nature Reserve and 3.2 mi (5.2 km) from Crossgates Shopping Centre.

A stay at DoubleTree by Hilton Harrogate Majestic Hotel & Spa places you in the heart of Harrogate, within a 5-minute walk of Royal Hall and Harrogate Ringway. This eco-friendly hotel is 12.2 mi (19.6 km) from Yorkshire Dales National Park and 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Turkish Baths and Health Spa.

With a stay at Great Victoria Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Bradford, steps from St George's Hall and within a 10-minute walk of National Science and Media Museum. This hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Bradford Cathedral and 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Alhambra Theatre.

When you stay at Tong Park Hotel in Bradford, you'll be in the historical district, within a 15-minute drive of University of Leeds and First Direct Arena. This hotel is 10.6 mi (17 km) from Halifax Piece Hall and 1.3 mi (2 km) from The Manor Golf Club.

A stay at The Bradford Hotel places you in the heart of Bradford, steps from St George's Hall and Bradford City Hall. This hotel is 20.6 mi (33.2 km) from Yorkshire Dales National Park and 7.5 mi (12.1 km) from Halifax Piece Hall.

Located in Wakefield, Cedar Court Wakefield is in the business district, within a 10-minute drive of Hepworth Wakefield and Yorkshire Sculpture Park. This eco-friendly hotel is 4.8 mi (7.8 km) from National Coal Mining Museum and 8 mi (12.8 km) from Nostell Priory.

Situated in the picturesque village of Stainforth, The Craven Heifer at Stainforth Hotel offers a traditional country pub. It is in the heart of the north Yorkshire Dales, a 5-minute drive from the market town of Settle.

The Craven Heifer at Stainforth offers a selection of rooms, each with a TV and tea and coffee making facilities.

In the mornings, fresh breakfast is cooked to order. The bar menu offers traditional meals and daily specials. The pub can cater for all dietary requirements and features a carefully selected range of real ales.

Stainforth is home to St Peter’s Church, just 5 minutes’ walk from The Craven Heifer at Stainforth. The village is 1 mile south of Stainforth Force Waterfall, where the River Ribble falls over limestone edges into a deep pool. Settle Railway Station is a 5-minute drive from the country pub.

With a stay at The View at The White Horse Woolley Moor in Alfreton, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Peak District National Park and Lea Gardens. This hotel is 12.8 mi (20.6 km) from Chatsworth House and 5 mi (8.1 km) from Hall Leys Park.