Contractor found to build 110 bed hotel at former Wakefield Westgate station
It's set to be build on the former Westgate Station site, adjacent to modern station.
Last updated 27th Feb 2026
Wakefield Council has announced it's found a company to lead the development of a new hotel in Wakefield city centre.
It's set to be build on the former Westgate Station site, adjacent to modern station.
The hotel is expected to include at least 110 guest rooms, with a 'major brand' expected to take over to run the building.
ION Development will be in charge of building the new facility.
Councillor Jack Hemingway, Wakefield Council's Deputy Leader, said: “Wakefield’s got so much to offer - great transport links, nationally significant historical sites, and a lively cultural scene.
“This announcement is a big step forward for the city’s growth. It will help create new jobs and bring more people into Wakefield, which is great news for business and the local economy.”
The project is supported by up to £8 million from the government's Local Regeneration Fund, formerly known as Town Deal Funding.
ION Developments has over 30 years of experience in urban regeneration projects across the UK.
Steve Parry, Managing Director of ION, said: “We are pleased and excited to have been selected by Wakefield Council to work in partnership for the delivery of this important project, which will contribute to the renaissance of the city centre by supporting the growth of the visitor economy and providing essential infrastructure for local businesses.”
Visitor numbers to the Wakefield district rose by nearly 10% in 2024, with more than ten million people visiting attractions like the Yorkshire Sculpture Park, Hepworth Wakefield, and Pontefract Castle.
Final designs are still waiting for approval, but construction is forecast to begin in 2027.