Malmaison Leeds

Rooms at Malmaison Leeds go for bold, modern styling with a quirky edge, and you'll appreciate the space after a day on your feet. Expect large, air-conditioned bedrooms and generous bathrooms, which is exactly what you want when you're back in the room sorting kit for the next day. There's proper space to stretch out, and the design keeps things interesting without tipping into gimmicky.

Food and drink is a big part of why this place works for golfers staying in the city. Chez Mal Brasserie & Bar has that relaxed, lively feel that suits post-round storytelling, whether you're debriefing the day's near-misses or planning where to play next. The menu is solid brasserie fare, nothing overly complicated, and it's an easy option for groups who want a decent meal without hunting for somewhere that can take a table at short notice. Pair your meal with a glass of wine or a cocktail and it keeps the night flowing if you're heading out afterwards, or wraps things up nicely if you're calling it early before an early tee time.

Location is the other win. You're close to the riverside paths by the Aire if you fancy a gentle leg-stretcher in the morning, and you're already in the right part of town for an evening out. The hotel sits in the heart of Leeds' bar and live music quarter, so you can walk to most of the city's best spots without needing a taxi. For golf logistics, it's also a handy base for meeting taxis or transfers, and it suits short breaks where you want to combine city downtime with rounds at some of Yorkshire's best-known courses.

If you're travelling as a society or a mixed-ability group, this is the kind of hotel that feels more fun than functional. It's not a sprawling resort with on-site golf, but for a Leeds city-centre stay with comfort, character and a strong bar and restaurant set-up, it does the job very well. The central location means you can keep the group together for dinner and drinks without anyone needing to drive, and the rooms give you enough space and quiet to recharge properly between rounds. Build Malmaison Leeds into your next Yorkshire golf break if you want a lively base in the city rather than a standard resort stay.