I use a lot of the lower cost hotels around Leeds. While the Oak Villa is rather 1970s in style and decor, this is more than offset by the efficiency of the staff, the quietness of the hotel at night, and the breakfast.

I stayed there last Saturday night in a single non-suite room for £30. It must rank as one of the most peaceful and comfortable nights I have spent in a small hotel in living memory. I was able to use the shower room and toilet across the hallway, so that was no problem.

The outside temperature was below freezing, but the heat was on in the room all night - not too hot or too cold.

The breakfast was more than adequate - juice, cereal, tea/coffee, toast, and a mid-sized cooked breakfast.

I happened to look into the kitchen at breakfast-time- it was spotless, and the chef was dressed in proper chef gear - white top and blue check bottoms. I certainly didn't get any stale odours in the hotel.

Check-in and check-out was very quick. The manageress was very helpful and informative.

I know that in this day and age, some may view the Oak Villa as some relic from the past. I could name some small hotels in Leeds that the Oak Villa would leave in the shade.

I left the hotel on Sunday morning delighted with my stay. ££ for ££, it was great value.

It may be some time before Im back there again as I have some other hotels pre-booked for future trips, but Im absolutely sure that I will stay there again.