South Yorkshire, or the region around Doncaster, Barnsley, Sheffield, and Rotherham is a tourist hot-spot on account of its scenic beauty and rich heritage. The main cities of South Yorkshire, Barnsley, Doncaster, Sheffield, and Rotherham offers the best places to stay in South Yorkshire, as these are transport hubs, with all available facilities.
Most of the budget accommodation options are in the biggest cities. However, those seeking to connect with nature at a deeper level could explore options in the lush countryside, a little removed from the urban centres. Book the best boutique hotels with a spa or pool, cheap b&b establishments or country hotels in South Yorkshire.
DN4 8SJ, Doncaster, Bullrush Grove, Balby
2 minutes’ drive from the M18 motorway and the A1(M), this modern hotel offers comfortable, temperature controlled rooms. The Holiday Inn Express Doncaster also offers free WiFi throughout and free parking. The Holiday Inn Express... read more
S1 2GZ, Sheffield, 2 Leopold Street, Leopold Square
The Leopold is a 4-star unique hotel amid the shops, restaurants and bars of Sheffield city centre. Built in 1800, it has stylish, air-conditioned rooms and a lounge bar serving light meals and afternoon teas.... read more
S61 1QN, Rotherham, Wortley Road
The Welcome Inn Rotherham/Sheffield offers free parking, free WiFi and a 24-hour front desk. This hotel is about 3 miles from Meadowhall Shopping Centre and close to the M1 motorway. The Welcome Inn is next... read more
DN1 2DS, Doncaster, Regent Square
In the centre of Doncaster, Regent Hotel features modern rooms with free Wi-Fi, and overlooks the charming Regent Square. The bus and train stations are a few minutes' away. Doncaster Racecourse, Doncaster Dome and Keepmoat... read more
DN2 6AD, Doncaster, Bennetthorpe,
This South Yorkshire Art Deco hotel is less than 500 metres from both Doncaster’s town centre and race course. There is free secure parking, and free Wi-Fi in public areas. The hotel offers individually designed... read more
S11 7TS, Sheffield, 2 Ringinglow Village
This hotel is set in the stunning Mayfield Valley amid picturesque countryside on the edge of the Peak District. The Norfolk Arms is a recently renovated, historic Grade II-listed coaching inn. It offers fantastic views,... read more
S60 2AY, Rotherham, 53 Moorgate Road
Family-run and placed less than a mile from the centre of Rotherham, the Brecon Hotel offers rooms with free Wi-Fi and free parking. Sheffield’s Motorpoint Arena and Meadowhall shopping centre are within 4 miles. The... read more
S7 1NQ, Sheffield, Kenwood Road
In 12 acres of stunning grounds 1 mile from Sheffield city centre, this 4-star hotel is within easy reach of the city's arena and Ponds Forge International Sports Centre. Kenwood Hall has free on-site parking... read more
S64 0JJ, Doncaster, Pastures Rd
Best Western Plus Pastures Hotel is located in Mexborough. A 20-minute drive from Rotherham or Doncaster town centre, Best Western Plus Pastures Hotel provides free WiFi, free on-site parking . Each modern room has a... read more
S60 5BD, Rotherham, Britannia Way, Catcliffe
Next to Sheffield Business Park, the Mercure Sheffield Parkway is just 4 miles from Sheffield city centre. The hotel offers large, luxurious bedrooms with free Wi-Fi, a stylish restaurant and free parking. Located just off... read more
S60 2TY, Rotherham, 114 Moorgate Road
Brentwood Inn by Good Night Inns is less than a mile from Rotherham town centre and 5 minutes’ drive from the M1, junction 33. This Grade II listed building offers rooms with free Wi-Fi and... read more
S4 7YA, Sheffield, 2 Furnival Road
Situated in Sheffield’s Quayside area, Best Western Plus Quays Hotel is a 5-minute walk from the city centre. The modern hotel features a swimming pool, complimentary Wi-Fi in public areas, a stylish restaurant and a... read more
S62 7TL, Wentworth, 8 Main Street
Surrounded by miles of peaceful countryside, this 19th-century listed building offers old-fashioned charm alongside modern comforts, home-cooked local food and local beers and ales. The Rockingham Arms by Good Night Inns is situated in one... read more
S66 1YY, Rotherham, Moorhead Way
Located just a 13-minute drive from Rotherham, and located at the start of the M18 motorway, this property offers low room rates with on-site free parking. Each room at the Ibis Rotherham features an en... read more
S66 9JA, Rotherham, Brampton Road,Thurcroft
Located just 13 minutes' drive from the town of Rotherham, Consort Hotel boasts free Wi-Fi access for all guests and free on-site parking. Close to a number of major roads, the M1 is less than... read more
S35 8NR, Chapeltown, Elliot Lane
Whitley Hall Hotel is an ivy-clad, 16th century mansion that provides an elegant and romantic setting north of Sheffield city centre and just 2 miles from junction 35 of the M1. This historic and fashionable... read more
S1 4QW, Sheffield, 119 Eyre Street
A 5-minute walk from Sheffield's rail and bus stations, this Leonardo Hotel Sheffield is close to the trendy Devonshire quarter and the cathedral. With free WiFi, it boasts a bar, restaurant, and a 24-hour reception.... read more
DN6 9JF, Doncaster, Owston
Boasting a restaurant, bar, garden and free WiFi, Owston Hall Hotel is set in Doncaster, 7 km from Cusworth Hall and 9 km from Doncaster Racecourse. The hotel has family rooms. At the hotel, all... read more
S75 3LF, Barnsley, Whinby Road
ibis Styles Barnsley is a contemporary, stylish hotel, with easy access to the M1. Meadowhall Shopping Centre in Sheffield is conveniently a 15 minute drive away. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. ibis Styles... read more
S1 2AR, Sheffield, Shude Hill
Situated in Sheffield city centre, Ibis Sheffield City is a 10-minute walk from Sheffield Railway Station and located next to Ponds Forge. The hotel features a modern restaurant, 24-hour snack bar and a 24-hour front... read more
S1 2AU, Sheffield, Blonk St
The OYO Flagship Sheffield City Centre offers modern accommodation overlooking the River Don. Sheffield train station is a 10-minute walk away and the M1 is only 10 minutes' drive away. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout... read more
DN1 1DN, Doncaster, High Street
Located in the centre of Doncaster, in Doncaster’s shopping district, the Mercure Doncaster Centre Danum Hotel is a 5-minute walk to the Civic Quarter and 600 metres from Doncaster Railway Station. An Edwardian building, the... read more
DN4 7PD, Doncaster, Doncaster Leisure Park, Bawtry Road
Opposite Doncaster Racecourse, the Campanile Hotel Doncaster is 15 minutes drive from Robin Hood Airport and 5 minutes from the city centre. It has a bar, restaurant and Wi-Fi. Rooms at the Campanile Hotel have... read more
S10 2PY, Sheffield, 452 Glossop Rd
The Rutland Hotel offers stylish modern rooms, complimentary Wi-Fi, just a short distance from the city centre. All of the bedrooms offer luxury furnishings, modern en suite facilities and an interactive LCD TV. Each room... read more
S4 7YE, Sheffield, Victoria Station Road
Situated 0.5 miles from Sheffield Rail Station, the Crowne Plaza - Sheffield offers on-site parking for up to 240 cars. The hotel offers 24-hour room service, a restaurant and gym. Free WiFi is available throughout... read more
DN4 9UX, Doncaster, High Rd, Warmsworth
Just 5 minutes’ drive from the A1(M) and M18 motorways, the Holiday Inn Doncaster is set in secluded grounds. It boasts an open Lobby with bar, restaurant, extensive free parking and complimentary WIFI. Holiday Inn... read more
S26 2EE, Aston, Worksop Rd, Aston
Surrounded by 55 acres of breathtaking woodland, this 18th century property combines stylish contemporary design with beautiful original features and period charm. The M1 motorway is just a minute’s drive away. The stylish and elegant... read more
S75 3DQ, Barnsley, Church Lane, Tankersley
Mercure Barnsley Tankersley Manor Hotel is located for visiting Barnsley, Sheffield and the Peak District featuring a lounge and a restaurant. All of the rooms have free WiFi, a satellite TV, and a private bathroom.... read more
S60 4NA, Rotherham, West Bawtry Rd, M1 Junction 33
Just off the M1 motorway, Holiday Inn Rotherham Sheffield is less than 10 minutes’ drive from both Rotherham and Sheffield city centres. It offers a leisure club with pool, restaurant and children stay free. The... read more
S60 2BG, Rotherham, Moorgate Road
One mile from Rotherham town centre and 15 minutes' drive from Sheffield. All rooms include a 32-inch flat-screen TV. Wi-Fi and parking are free. Located 2 miles from the M1 Junction 33, the Carlton Park... read more
Accommodation options are aplenty in South Yorkshire, Visitors have several choices, ranging from star boutique hotels to budget dorms, country house hotel, from romantic bed and breakfast to hostels, and everything in between.
Cheap Accommodation in South Yorkshire
One of the best budget accommodation option in South Yorkshire is bed and breakfast. Bed and breakfast options are aplenty in the region. However, not all b&b options are equal. While the budget is obviously a top consideration, do not look at the price charged by the b&b establishment alone. Consider other relevant factors, such as the location of the bed and breakfast, cleanliness of the rooms, and the facilities on offer. For instance, when considering solely the budget, it may make more sense to avail a slightly higher priced b&b accommodation in a prime location and save on transportation costs, rather than avail a cheaper b&b in the suburb and end up overshooting your budget owing to high transportation costs.
Another budget accommodation option in South Yorkshire is hostels. There are several cheap hostels, which offer excellent value for money. As always, do not go by the price-point alone, but consider the value in terms of location, cleanliness, facilities, and more. Hostels are an especially cheap option if you can sacrificing privacy and opt for dormitories and shared facilities.
Hotels may be a pricier option compared to b&b and hostels, or any other accommodation option, but also offer a prime location and unmatched facilities. There are several budget hotels on offer as well. At times, especially during the off-season, even star hotels may offer attractive discounts. Getting a cheap hotel may offer the best of both worlds, unmatched facilities on a budget.
Visiting the popular accommodation websites, travel portals, and the web pages of the local tourism boards would unlock the doors to several cheap b&b and other accommodation options. It may also be a good idea to check out the pages of credible travel bloggers who have visited the region and blogged about their experience. However, do not take any listings at its face value. If a hotel, b&b, or any other place catch your fancy, seek out travellers who have actually stayed at such bed and breakfast or hotels, and seek out first-hand reviews from then. genuine feedback and recommendations are worth its weight in gold.
The region of South Yorkshire offers nature at its best. The Yorkshire Wildlife Park, Sheffield Botanical Gardens, Holly Hagg nature and wildlife area, and other locales offer good options to connect with nature. The Bingham Park and Whiteley Woods are two other areas where nature is still at its pristine best.
The region also has a strong historical connect. The Cusworth Hall Old Holy Trinity Church, Haworth Barracks military museum, Pot House Hamlet, and other sites showcase the region’s history. A visit to these monuments is a good way to gain a first and understanding of the history and culture of the region.
However, South Yorkshire is not just nature and history alone. Activity seekers can get a thrill of the lifetime by visiting popular places such as Will4Adventure sports camp, the Vulcan experience museum, Experience Barnsley museum, and other locales. In short, South Yorkshire offers something for everyone and is a must-visit place.
The region, which is in North of England, is close to the big cities of Leeds, Liverpool Merseyside, and Manchester in Greater Manchester.
The busiest airports in the region are the Nottingham East Midlands Airport, about one hour south of Sheffield, Doncaster Airport, Manchester Airport, and Leeds Bradford Airport. The region is also well connected to all other parts of Europe by a good network of motorways and trains.