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A gazebo with a clear path leading to it, surrounded by trees and a picnic table.

A hotel room with a bed, a television, and a large window with blinds.

A snow-covered pathway flanked by hedges leading to a building with a glass facade.

A spacious lounge area with wicker furniture and a wooden reception desk.

1. Kings Croft Hotel

1.4 km from Pontefract Racecourse

Robert

₩128,292

₩153,950 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A bar area with wooden counter, hanging lights, and shelves of bottles.

A compact hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a small kitchenette, a mirror, and a foldable ironing board.

A hotel reception area with a wooden counter, a clock, and a banner for Premier Inn.

2. Premier Inn Castleford Xscape - M62 J32

1.8 km from Pontefract Racecourse

Paul

₩78,026

₩93,632 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

An arched doorway leading to a room with a patterned floor and a table with chairs.

A well-maintained garden with a central tree surrounded by a circular flower bed, a brick wall, and a wooden fence in the background.

A backyard with a wooden deck, a brick building, a well-maintained lawn, and a small tree.

A room with a dark blue wall, a fireplace with decorative items, a dining table with chairs, and a chandelier.

3. Wentvale

3.9 km from Pontefract Racecourse

Zoe

₩174,886

₩209,864 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A traditional brick building with a sign reading "Bridge Farm Hotel."

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a vase with branches, and a painting on the wall.

A bedroom with a wooden bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a mirror, and a wall-mounted artwork.

A patio area with stone flooring, outdoor furniture, and potted plants.

4. Bridge Farm Hotel

10.1 km from Pontefract Racecourse

Graham

₩134,528

₩179,371 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A historic building with a courtyard, outdoor seating, and a well-maintained garden.

A historic building with a stone facade, a prominent entrance with a 'Welcome' sign, and the name 'HOLTFIELD ARMS' displayed above.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a bar area with glasses and bottles, and framed pictures on the walls.

A bar area with a counter, shelves of bottles, and a sign for a pub and grill.

5. Holmfield Arms By Greene King Inns

12.2 km from Pontefract Racecourse

Thomas

₩87,779

₩105,335 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A rustic interior with exposed wooden beams, brick walls, and a brick fireplace. Tables and chairs are arranged for dining.

A courtyard with a brick building, a table with chairs, and a sign indicating a rear entrance.

A brick building with a red door, a sign reading 'The Cherry Tree Brew Pub & Dining Room,' and a window above the door.

A modern bedroom with a bed, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

6. Cherry Tree Inn

15.6 km from Pontefract Racecourse

"On arrival had a warm welcome from the staff who asked if we wanted drinks we said yes and that we had booked 2 rooms. We were given our drinks and they would bring the room keys to us in a few minutes. Young lady came over and asked if we would like to see the rooms, which I went with the young lady and shown the rooms. I rejoined my friends and told them the rooms were amazing and very clean. We all went to our rooms freshened up, met in bar and all said how well the Cherry Tree Inn is from...

Richard

₩94,164

₩112,997 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A dining room with a wooden table, chairs, a chandelier, a fireplace, and a window with curtains.

A dining room with a long table set for a meal, wooden furniture, and various kitchen items on the sideboard.

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A well-maintained garden with a variety of colorful flowers and neatly trimmed hedges.

7. The Grange

5.7 km from Pontefract Racecourse

Steve

₩170,133

₩170,133 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A dining table set with plates, cutlery, and a candle, with a large wooden wheel structure in the background.

A bar area with a wooden counter, bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

A reception area with a counter, a staircase, and a security camera.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a TV.

8. Best Western Plus Milford Hotel

9.1 km from Pontefract Racecourse

Vicki

₩87,458

₩104,950 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

A modern building with a glass facade, a visible entrance, and a sign for 'Premier Inn.'

9. Premier Inn Barnsley Central M1 J37

19.1 km from Pontefract Racecourse

david

₩76,525

₩91,830 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A modern kitchen with a buffet counter, various food items, and a coffee station.

A room with a fireplace, two armchairs, a table, and two lamps.

A modern building with a flat roof, rectangular windows, and a landscaped garden with various plants and rocks.

10. Ramada by Wyndham Leeds East

12.8 km from Pontefract Racecourse

Zubia

₩64,260

₩77,112 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A bar area with wooden decor, a bar counter, and multiple seating options.

A cozy living room with a leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a fireplace.

An outdoor patio with stone pillars, metal chairs, and tables.

A stone building with a traditional architectural style, featuring a stone facade, multiple chimneys, and a sign indicating a hotel reception.

11. Rogerthorpe Manor Hotel

7.3 km from Pontefract Racecourse

Jason

₩121,540

₩145,848 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern building with a sign reading "DEUCE EST. 2022".

A modern living room with a grey carpet, a blue sofa with a yellow pillow, a grey chair, a tripod stand, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and a chair.

A modern living room with a round table and two chairs, a blue sofa, and a TV mounted on the wall.

12. Marygate by Deuce Hotels Ltd

11.5 km from Pontefract Racecourse

Mary

₩82,073

₩98,488 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

An open door leading to a dining area with a table set for two, a potted plant, and two glasses of orange juice on the table.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a chair, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

A hotel entrance with a sign reading 'The Kiln Hotel Wakefield.'

A cozy room with a wooden stove, a leather sofa, and a dining table with pastries.

13. The Kiln Hotel, Wakefield (West Yorkshire), Part of the AG Collection

12.5 km from Pontefract Racecourse

Graham

₩65,650

₩78,776 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

A stone building with a green door, flower baskets, and potted plants.

A dining area with a round table set for six, surrounded by white chairs.

A stone building with a large glass door leading to an interior dining area.

A neatly made bed with pillows and folded towels, a bedside table with a lamp, a chair, and a wardrobe in a hotel room.

14. The Barn

9.5 km from Pontefract Racecourse

Jayne

₩186,845

₩224,214 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A large, historic building with multiple wings and a well-maintained lawn.

A table set for dining with wine glasses, water glasses, and cutlery, in a room with a window and a framed picture on the wall.

A modern kitchen with dark wood cabinets, a central island, and a dining area with a round table and chairs. There are skylights and a large sliding glass door leading to a garden.

15. Owston Hall Hotel

15.4 km from Pontefract Racecourse

jan

₩106,277

₩127,532 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and a variety of bottles.

A modern restaurant with a long counter and multiple tables and chairs.

A modern hotel lobby with comfortable seating, large windows, and a sign indicating breakfast is included.

A Holiday Inn Express with a glass door entrance, two potted plants, and a visible car inside.

16. Holiday Inn Express Wakefield by IHG

11.5 km from Pontefract Racecourse

Eleanor

₩78,026

₩93,631 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A stone building with a traditional design, featuring a central entrance with a door and windows on the upper floor.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a wall-mounted mirror.

A backyard with a wooden fence, a swing set, and two chairs.

A room with a red leather sofa, a round wooden table, and a lamp. There is a door leading to a garden with a wooden fence and a table outside.

17. Wakefield Limes Lodge

11.8 km from Pontefract Racecourse

Gordon

₩76,525

₩91,830 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

A bar with a bartender serving drinks, wooden walls, and a cozy atmosphere.

A hotel room with a wooden desk, a chair, a bed, and a blue checkered floor.

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden dresser, a television, and a window with curtains.

A plate of food with a steak, cherry tomatoes, and greens, set on a table with a newspaper and cutlery.

18. The Mews

16.6 km from Pontefract Racecourse

Joe

₩179,353

₩215,227 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A buffet setup with various food items and serving utensils.

A bar area with a sign reading "Welcome to the OWL" and a wooden bench.

A hallway with a large ornate mirror, a framed black and white photo, and a staircase leading to an upper floor.

An outdoor patio with wicker tables and chairs, surrounded by a stone wall and trees.

19. Owl, Hambleton by Marston's Inns

13.2 km from Pontefract Racecourse

Paul

₩71,843

₩86,211 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A large, historic building with a symmetrical facade, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and a body of water.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a chandelier, framed certificates, and a clock on the wall.

An indoor swimming pool with a hot tub, clear glass walls, and a metal roof structure.

A three-tiered dessert stand with various pastries and sandwiches, accompanied by cups of tea and glasses of champagne.

20. Waterton Park Hotel

10.5 km from Pontefract Racecourse

Paul

₩134,200

₩161,040 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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Compare popular hotels close to Pontefract Racecourse

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Kings Croft Hotel	8.4 Very good 327 reviews	View
Premier Inn Castleford Xscape - M62 J32	8.4 Very good 8 reviews	View
Wentvale	10.0 Exceptional 25 reviews	View
Bridge Farm Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 179 reviews	View
Holmfield Arms By Greene King Inns	9.0 Wonderful 633 reviews	View

Top Pontefract Racecourse Hotel Reviews

Waterton Park Hotel

8/10 Good

"A wonderful location. The evening menu was great. The breakfast was standard. Overall 8/10 and I would stay again."

Darrington Hotel by Greene King Inns

10/10 Excellent

"I stay here three times a year. Staff are always lovely and really helpful. Never had any issues staying here."

Kings Croft Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"It was very busy while we were there, a couple of weddings and disco entertainment,The room was clean and comfortable,breakfast was well prepared and good choice.We had dinner in the restaurant good menu and food was good,plenty of parking all the staff were polite,helpful and professional,would stay again if in the area"

Oulton Hall Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was so clean was stuck were so helpful. The breakfast got busy at certain towns and the bar was well stocked and a nice place to sit in and relax."

Rogerthorpe Manor Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Very comfortable and nice place to stay. Will definitely use again."

Premier Inn Castleford

8/10 Good

"Convenient location, easy access from M62. Shopping mall and entertainment complex on the doorstep."

The Barn

10/10 Excellent

"Great place and host, would highly recommend"

The Grange

10/10 Excellent

"Room clean, staff friendly."

Wentvale

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely property, very friendly and helpful hosts. A thoroughly lovely stay."

Other attractions near Pontefract Racecourse

Pontefract Museum

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Pontefract Museum during your trip to Pontefract. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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Pontefract Town Hall

Pontefract Town Hall is just one of the places to see in Pontefract, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Check out the shops and lively bars in this walkable area.

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Pontefract Castle

You can find out about the history of Pontefract with a trip to Pontefract Castle. Check out the shops and charming coffeehouses in this walkable area.

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All Saints Church

Learn about the local history of Pontefract when you take a trip to All Saints Church. Check out the shops and lively bars in this walkable area.

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Snozone

Enjoy a stop at Snozone, an entertaining place to visit in Castleford. Discover the area's acclaimed theater scene and shops.

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Xscape Yorkshire

8.2/10 (10 reviews)

During your visit to Castleford, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Xscape Yorkshire. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its entertainment choices.

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Junction 32 Outlet Shopping Village

During your visit to Castleford, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Junction 32 Outlet Shopping Village. Discover the area's charming coffeehouses and its entertainment choices.

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Cineworld Castleford

You can take time to visit Cineworld Castleford during your travels to Castleford. You can enjoy the bars while in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Pontefract Racecourse?

Pontefract Racecourse is located in a welcoming area of Pontefract known for its bar scene and array of dining options. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 9 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Pontefract Racecourse?

Kings Croft Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 2 bars and free breakfast. It's located just a short 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Pontefract Racecourse. Another good choice is Premier Inn Castleford, located just 1 mi (1.6 km) away.

How many hotels are there close to Pontefract Racecourse?

Expedia has 9 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Pontefract Racecourse.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Pontefract Racecourse, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals near Pontefract Racecourse.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Pontefract Racecourse?

For more information about changing or cancelling your stay near Pontefract Racecourse, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near Pontefract Racecourse?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Pontefract Museum and Castleford Forum Library and Museum. Pontefract Castle, Nostell Priory, and All Saints Church are landmarks that you won't want to miss. You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Castleford Queens Park and Fitzwilliam Country Park.

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Our top choices for Pontefract Racecourse hotels

1. Kings Croft Hotel

2. Premier Inn Castleford Xscape - M62 J32

3. Wentvale

4. Bridge Farm Hotel

5. Holmfield Arms By Greene King Inns

6. Cherry Tree Inn

7. The Grange

8. Best Western Plus Milford Hotel

9. Premier Inn Barnsley Central M1 J37

10. Ramada by Wyndham Leeds East

11. Rogerthorpe Manor Hotel

12. Marygate by Deuce Hotels Ltd

13. The Kiln Hotel, Wakefield (West Yorkshire), Part of the AG Collection

14. The Barn

15. Owston Hall Hotel

16. Holiday Inn Express Wakefield by IHG

17. Wakefield Limes Lodge

18. The Mews

19. Owl, Hambleton by Marston's Inns

20. Waterton Park Hotel

Compare popular hotels close to Pontefract Racecourse

Top Pontefract Racecourse Hotel Reviews

Waterton Park Hotel

Darrington Hotel by Greene King Inns

Kings Croft Hotel

Oulton Hall Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort

Rogerthorpe Manor Hotel

Premier Inn Castleford

The Barn

The Grange

Wentvale

Other attractions near Pontefract Racecourse

Pontefract Museum

Pontefract Town Hall

Pontefract Castle

All Saints Church

Snozone

Xscape Yorkshire

Junction 32 Outlet Shopping Village

Cineworld Castleford

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