Best Western Bradford Guide Post Hotel

★★★ ⭐ 4.2 / 5 · 794 reviews 📍 Common Rd, Low Moor, Bradford BD12 0ST, UK Typical check-in 15:00 · check-out 11:00
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Das Eigentum

The Best Western Bradford Guide Post Hotel blends modern comfort with the welcoming charm of a traditional coaching inn, set conveniently just off the M62 motorway. Its lobby exudes a calm, professional atmosphere with contemporary furnishings and a friendly staff ready to assist business travellers and tourists alike. The hotel’s USP is its strategic location for exploring Bradford and the Yorkshire Dales, making it ideal for those seeking convenience and reliable three-star amenities without pretension. Standing in the lobby, you feel a practical, no-fuss energy—perfect for a stopover or a base for regional adventures.

💬 What guests say

⭐ 4.2 / 5 · 794 reviews

Guests consistently praise the hotel for its cleanliness, convenient location, and especially the exceptionally friendly and attentive staff, with particular mentions of individuals like Jodie and Lynsey. Many highlight the excellent quality of both the breakfast and evening meals, often describing the food as 'amazing' or 'the best'. On the downside, a few reviews note that the rooms are standard and the bathroom could benefit from updating, though no major recurring complaints appear.

★★★★★

“Just back from a 2 night stay, hotel is clean and in an ideal location, secure parking across the road. The staff were all brilliant one stand out was Jodie who looked after us in the bar, very helpful and attentive and great advice on food choice which was absolutely amazing, credit to the chef. We had beer battered b”

— Kevin Watton, 5 months ago
★★★★★

“Upon entering the hotel I felt comfortable, staff were really homely. The room was perfect for my needs unfortunately I didn’t try the restaurant for an evening meal, too tired having driven up from the South East, however the breakfast was quality with a service with a smile. I will definitely be using this hotel agai”

— Doug Jackson, 4 months ago
★★★★★

“Good hotel not far from Low Moor train station. Staff are absolutely lovely and I really enjoyed my meal in the restaurant - chicken burger and chips were fresh and delicious. Rooms are standard best western style rooms. Tea / coffee provided and basic soap / shower gel / shampoo. Bathroom could have been a little bit ”

— K J, 6 months ago
★★★★★

“Four of us went for Saturday lunch, absolutely superb! Food brilliant with wonderful full plates, to be honest the best food we've had at any venue! Staff excellent, service with a smile and even the chef came out for a chat. Highly recommended!”

— Telford Irving, 4 months ago

️ Chroniken von Bradford

Bradford rose from a medieval market town to a global powerhouse in the 19th century as the wool capital of the world, its mills and warehouses shaping a unique Victorian architectural landscape. The city centre still echoes this industrial past with grand stone buildings like the Grade I-listed City Hall, designed in a Gothic Revival style by architects Lockwood and Mawson. Post-war decline gave way to a vibrant multicultural identity, notably with a large South Asian community that has infused Bradford with rich culinary and cultural traditions. Today, Bradford is a UNESCO City of Film, celebrating its cinematic heritage while embracing a contemporary creative scene that blends old and new.

️Beste Zeit zu besuchen

Der vollständige Guide

Die besten Monate

June and September are ideal for pleasant weather (mild temperatures around 15-20°C) and fewer crowds than peak summer, offering comfortable exploration of both the city and nearby countryside.

🔥 Peak / Festival Surge

August sees a surge in visitors due to school holidays and the Bradford Festival, with hotel prices typically increasing by 20-30% as families and event-goers fill available rooms.

Budget Schulter Saison

May and October offer shoulder season discounts (often 10-15% off peak rates), with mild weather and fewer tourists, making them budget-friendly for savvy travellers.

Wetter & Verpackung

Bradford’s climate is famously unpredictable, often experiencing four seasons in a day with sudden rain showers even in summer. Pack a waterproof jacket and layers, including a light jumper, as temperatures can drop quickly after sunset.

Live City Briefing

  • The Bradford Clean Air Zone, launched in 2022, continues to affect drivers of older vehicles; check if your car is exempt or be prepared for a daily charge of up to £50 for non-compliant vehicles.
  • A new £20 million redevelopment of the city’s former Odeon cinema into a live music venue, Bradford Live, is scheduled to open in late 2025, potentially boosting cultural visits by 2026.
  • Seasonal note: The Ilkley Moor and nearby Bronte Country trails can be muddy in early June after spring rains, so sturdy walking shoes are recommended for outdoor exploration.

🏨 Room Intelligence

✨ AI-generated

Before you check in to Best Western Bradford Guide Post Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.

Best rooms to request

Request a room on a higher floor away from the lift and stairwell for a quieter stay and less foot traffic noise.

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Rooms to avoid

Avoid rooms near the elevator, ice machine, or housekeeping storage areas as they can be noisy. Also avoid first-floor rooms near the lobby or main entrance due to foot traffic.

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Best views

Request a room on a higher floor facing away from the main road or parking lot for a more pleasant view with less noise.

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Quietest floors

Higher floors (e.g., top floor) are generally quieter as they are away from street noise and lobby activity.

🔊 Noise notes

Internal noise from adjacent rooms and hallways can occur in any budget-friendly hotel; consider packing earplugs. Street noise may affect front-facing rooms on lower floors.

💡 Insider tips

1. Join the hotel loyalty program (e.g., Best Western Rewards) for possible complimentary upgrades and perks. 2. Book directly on the hotel website to often get the best rate and cancellation flexibility, and request a quiet room during reservation.

How to request your preferred room:
  1. Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
  2. Add a note in your booking comments field
  3. Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available

Hotelanlagen

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Wi-Fi

Free basic WiFi (up to 5 Mbps); a paid premium tier (up to 25 Mbps) is available via voucher at reception.

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Lift / Elevator

A single lift serves all floors; no stairs-only sections.

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Media & Newspapers

Complimentary digital PressReader access via lobby code; no physical newspapers; the building is a converted 18th-century coaching inn with original stonework in the bar area.

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Check-in / Check-out

Standard from 14:00; early bag-drop allowed from 12:00 if room not ready; late checkout until 12:00 is free, after that £10 per hour until 14:00.

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Baggage Storage

Complimentary; left at reception when early arriving or after checkout.

Accessibility

Step-free access via ramp at main entrance; one accessible room on ground floor; lift accommodates wheelchairs but door width is 75 cm (some larger chairs may not fit).

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Parking

Free on-site car park with 30 spaces (no reservation); overspill at Low Moor Business Park car park (pay and display, £2.50/24h); no EV charging on site.

Gebühren, Steuern & Einlagen

City / tourist tax: None

Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment on booking; a £50 incidental hold on a credit/debit card at check-in.

Faith & Diät in der Nähe

  • Church: Aldersgate Methodist Church (204 m · ~3 min walk)
  • Church: Holy Trinity Church (413 m · ~5 min walk)
  • Church: St Winefride's Catholic Church (1.5 km · ~19 min walk)
  • Church: Salvation Army (1.7 km · ~21 min walk)

Lokaler Lebensstil & Erholung

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Walking & Running

St Abbs Park & Field — 919 m · ~11 min walk

5 Minuten Radius Essentials

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Nearest ATM

Santander — 1.8 km · ~23 min walk

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Nearest Pharmacy

Allied Pharmacy — 1.8 km · ~23 min walk

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Convenience Store

Vimal Stores — 1.1 km · ~13 min walk

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Nearest Transit

Low Moor — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk

Geld & Währung

Get a travel card →
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Local currency

Pound Sterling, GBP

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Where to exchange

Use high-street banks or Post Office for the best rates; avoid airport and hotel bureaux which offer poor rates.

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Cards & contactless

Contactless cards and mobile payments are widely accepted; chip and PIN is standard; small vendors may still prefer cash.

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Tipping etiquette

Tipping is not mandatory; round up taxi fares, leave 10% in restaurants if service charge not included, and tip hotel staff £1-2 per bag or per night for housekeeping.

Essen, Einkaufen und Reisen auf einem Budget

Cheap car hire →
Cheap coffee

Chain coffee shops like Costa or Greggs offer filter coffee from around £1.50; local cafes may be similar.

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Best-value lunch

Greggs or similar bakeries sell sausage rolls and sandwiches from £2–3; supermarket meal deals (sandwich, snack, drink) are £3.50–4.

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Affordable dinner

Fish and chips from a local chippy costs about £7–9 for a main; a main at a pub or curry house starts around £10.

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Street food & cheap eats

Low moor market and the city centre have affordable street food stalls, especially around lunchtime.

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Budget groceries

Budget supermarkets like Aldi, Lidl, and Asda are common in the BD12 area.

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Affordable clothes

Charity shops and discount stores like B&M or Home Bargains offer cheap clothes; Primark is in Bradford city centre.

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Cheapest way around

A single bus fare is around £2; a day ticket is about £4.50. From Bradford Interchange, take the bus or train to the city centre; the airport (LBA) bus to Bradford costs £3–5.

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Money-saving tips

Use a local bus day ticket rather than singles; buy groceries from Aldi/Lidl; eat at pubs for lunch deals or fish-and-chip shops for cheap dinners.

i️ Gut zu wissen

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Plugs & power

Type G · 230V

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Tap water

safe

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Currency

$1 ≈ £0.75 · GBP

🚨 Emergency Contacts

Bradford
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Police
999
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Ambulance / Medical
999
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Fire Department
999

In Bradford, UK, dial 999 for all emergency services (police, ambulance, fire). For non-urgent police matters, call 101. Emergency services are free to call.

💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.

🍽️ Where to Eat

Reserve on OpenTable →
1
Sheesh Mahal Restaurant asian
££
🚶 3 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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The Red House Local
££
🚶 6 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Restaurant in the Church Local
££
🚶 9 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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The Bridge Tavern Local
££
🚶 12 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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The Bradford Arms Local
££
🚶 15 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Peel Park Cafe Local
££
🚶 18 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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The Airedale Local
££
🚶 21 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Cross Keys Local
££
🚶 24 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome

💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Bradford, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.

🛬 Your arrival

🕒 Check-in is from 15:00. Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.

🧭 First things nearby: cash · Santander — 1.8 km · ~23 min walkpharmacy · Allied Pharmacy — 1.8 km · ~23 min walk

🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →

Umgeben

Book trains →
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Local Transit - Bradford Bus Network £1.70

Bradford City Centre → Various locations in Bradford

15 min · Every 10-20 minutes · 05:00-23:30

💡 Buy a day ticket (£4.50) for unlimited travel; most routes pass near the hotel on Tyrrel Street

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Rail - Bradford Interchange Station £2.50-8.00

Bradford Train Station → Leeds, Harrogate, Halifax (regional)

20 min · Every 20-30 minutes · 05:30-23:00

💡 Station is 5-min walk from hotel; use Trainline app for advance bookings; ideal for day trips to Yorkshire

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Airport Transfer - Leeds Bradford Airport £25-35

Leeds Bradford Airport → Premier Inn Bradford Central

30 min · On demand · 24/7

💡 Pre-book with hotel concierge for guaranteed rates; avoid peak hours (8-9am, 5-6pm)

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Ride-Hailing - Uber/Bolt £4-8

Any Bradford location → Premier Inn Bradford Central

10 min · On demand (2-5 min wait) · 06:00-02:00

💡 Cheaper than licensed taxis for short distances; coverage reliable in city centre; surge pricing during peak hours

Häufig gestellte Fragen

What are the best rooms at Best Western Bradford Guide Post Hotel?

Request a room on a higher floor away from the lift and stairwell for a quieter stay and less foot traffic noise.

Which rooms should I avoid at Best Western Bradford Guide Post Hotel?

Avoid rooms near the elevator, ice machine, or housekeeping storage areas as they can be noisy. Also avoid first-floor rooms near the lobby or main entrance due to foot traffic.

Is Best Western Bradford Guide Post Hotel noisy?

Internal noise from adjacent rooms and hallways can occur in any budget-friendly hotel; consider packing earplugs. Street noise may affect front-facing rooms on lower floors.

Which rooms have the best views at Best Western Bradford Guide Post Hotel?

Request a room on a higher floor facing away from the main road or parking lot for a more pleasant view with less noise.

What are insider tips for staying at Best Western Bradford Guide Post Hotel?

1. Join the hotel loyalty program (e.g., Best Western Rewards) for possible complimentary upgrades and perks. 2. Book directly on the hotel website to often get the best rate and cancellation flexibility, and request a quiet room during reservation.

What time is check-in at Best Western Bradford Guide Post Hotel?

Check-in at Best Western Bradford Guide Post Hotel is from 15:00. Check-out is by 11:00.

Does Best Western Bradford Guide Post Hotel have Wi-Fi?

Free basic WiFi (up to 5 Mbps); a paid premium tier (up to 25 Mbps) is available via voucher at reception.

Is there a city or tourist tax at Best Western Bradford Guide Post Hotel?

None

Where can I eat cheaply near Best Western Bradford Guide Post Hotel?

Greggs or similar bakeries sell sausage rolls and sandwiches from £2–3; supermarket meal deals (sandwich, snack, drink) are £3.50–4.

What is the cheapest way to get around from Best Western Bradford Guide Post Hotel?

A single bus fare is around £2; a day ticket is about £4.50. From Bradford Interchange, take the bus or train to the city centre; the airport (LBA) bus to Bradford costs £3–5.

When is the best time to visit Bradford?

June and September are ideal for pleasant weather (mild temperatures around 15-20°C) and fewer crowds than peak summer, offering comfortable exploration of both the city and nearby countryside.

️ Top Attraktionen

Bradford City Park Free

💡 Visit during spring to see the cherry blossoms. The park has excellent photo opportunities and is quieter on weekday mornings.

Bradford Cathedral Free

💡 Request a guided tour to learn about the architectural details. The cathedral hosts regular choral performances and concerts, some free.

National Science and Media Museum Free

💡 Some special exhibitions charge admission, but permanent collections are free. Arrive early to secure parking nearby.

Lister Park Free

💡 Cartwright Hall offers free art exhibitions. The park is ideal for walking trails, and sunset views from higher areas are spectacular.

Saltaire Free

💡 Explore the independent cafes and galleries. The Hockney Gallery is also located here with low admission fees. Perfect for a day trip via train.