Kelham Island Travel Guide

Sheffield

A canal with water lilies, a brick building, and a modern structure.
A large metal structure with the text "KELHAM ISLAND MUSEUM" on it, surrounded by modern buildings and a brick chimney in the background.
A cluttered workshop with various machinery, tools, and a large clock on the wall.
An industrial exhibit with machinery, including a large gear wheel and a crane.
A complex industrial machine with green and red components, featuring multiple pipes and mechanical parts.

Stay near popular Kelham Island attractions

Kelham Island Museum

8.6/10 (33 reviews)
Peruse the array of quirky contraptions and science displays that illustrate Sheffield’s industrial revolution at this intriguing island museum.
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Things to do

A fun and different way to see Sheffield

Fun, Flexible Treasure Hunt Around Sheffield with Cryptic Clues & Hidden Gems

฿663
per adult
Fun, Flexible Treasure Hunt Around Sheffield with Cryptic Clues & Hidden Gems
Bar and Club entry Night Pass to multiple venues in Sheffield

Bar and Club entry Night Pass to multiple venues in Sheffield

฿442
per adult
Bar and Club entry Night Pass to multiple venues in Sheffield
Small-Group Derbyshire, the Peak District & Poole's Cavern

Idyllic England: Derbyshire & the Peak District from Manchester

฿2,742
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Idyllic England: Derbyshire & the Peak District from Manchester
Peak District RoadTrip Guidebook-Bakewell, Mam Tor & Hope Valley

Peak District RoadTrip Guidebook-Bakewell, Mam Tor & Hope Valley

฿486
per traveller
Peak District RoadTrip Guidebook-Bakewell, Mam Tor & Hope Valley
Lost in Beauty: Chatsworth & Peak District from Manchester

Lost in Beauty: Chatsworth & Peak District from Manchester

฿4,791
per adult
Lost in Beauty: Chatsworth & Peak District from Manchester
60 Minute Boeing 737-800NG Flight Simulator Experience

60 Minute Boeing 737-800NG Flight Simulator Experience

฿6,413
per adult
60 Minute Boeing 737-800NG Flight Simulator Experience
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Top hotels in Kelham Island

Leopold Hotel

Leopold Hotel

4 out of 5
2 Leopold Street Sheffield England
The price is ฿2,402 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
฿2,402
฿2,882 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Sheffield. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
Leopold Hotel
Radisson Blu Hotel, Sheffield

Radisson Blu Hotel, Sheffield

4 out of 5
Pinstone Street, 30 Sheffield England
The price is ฿3,161 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
฿3,161
฿3,793 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sheffield. Enjoy a 24-hour fitness centre, a 24-hour front desk and a business centre. Popular attractions Utilita Arena ...
9/10 Wonderful! (901 reviews)
"Rooms was nice but the pillows were awful so didn't sleep well. When checking in the girl didn't tell me anything about the hotel amenities and the key cards didn't work so had to go back to reception. But the did sort that would well."

Reviewed on 24 Oct 2026

Radisson Blu Hotel, Sheffield
The Welcome Inn Hotel

The Welcome Inn Hotel

2 out of 5
Wortley Rd Rotherham England
The price is ฿1,219 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
฿1,219
฿1,463 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rotherham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Millmoor and Magna Science Adventure ...
7.4/10 Good! (111 reviews)
"Free parking on site. Room was clean and roomy. Tea and coffee making facilities. Clean bathroom. Great value for money. Would definitely stay again."

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2026

The Welcome Inn Hotel
Sandman Signature Sheffield Quays Hotel

Sandman Signature Sheffield Quays Hotel

4 out of 5
Victoria Quays Sheffield England
The price is ฿2,719 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿2,719
฿3,263 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sheffield. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
Sandman Signature Sheffield Quays Hotel
voco Sheffield by IHG

voco Sheffield by IHG

4 out of 5
119 Norfolk Street Sheffield England
The price is ฿2,559 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
฿2,559
฿3,071 total
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Sheffield. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
voco Sheffield by IHG
Leonardo Hotel Sheffield

Leonardo Hotel Sheffield

4 out of 5
119 Eyre Street Sheffield England
The price is ฿2,337 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿2,337
฿2,804 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sheffield. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
Leonardo Hotel Sheffield
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Where to stay in Kelham Island

Find the best Kelham Island areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A historic building with a clock tower, a fountain, and lush greenery.

Sheffield City Centre

Sheffield City Centre is popular for its lively bars, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Sheffield City Hall or Peace Gardens.

A cityscape at dusk with modern buildings, a prominent church spire, and a large circular structure with a dome.

Heart of the City

While visiting Heart of the City, you might make a stop by sights like Sheffield City Hall and Sheffield Town Hall.

A historic building with a fountain in the center, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and a modern glass building to the right.

Broomhall

While visiting Broomhall, you might make a stop by sights like Sheffield Botanical Gardens and University of Sheffield Drama Studio.

A sunrise over a misty valley with a wooden fence and stone path.

Highfield

Highfield might not have many top sights, but Bramall Lane and Peace Gardens are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

A large, historic building surrounded by lush green lawns and mature trees.
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Open Photo by dave ungar

Nether Edge

Though Nether Edge may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Sheffield Botanical Gardens and Bramall Lane.

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