Location
The hotel occupies a brilliant waterside location, right in the heart of Leeds city centre, in part of the revitalised Granary Wharf area. It is right next to Leeds station and the canal, and is easily accessible via all transport links. Cultural places of interest such as Opera North, Northern Ballet, Leeds Grand Theatre and the newly restored shopping district of the Victoria Quarter are only a short walk away. Leeds United Football Club at Elland Road is just a 10-minute drive from the property. Leeds Bradford Airport is some 16 km away, while Robin Hood Airport for Sheffield and Doncaster is 74 km away and Manchester Airport is 90 km from the hotel.
Facilities
333 non-smoking rooms, including 9 junior suites, 7 suites, single rooms and 299 double rooms, are located on 13 storeys and can be reached by lift. Staffed 24 hours a day, the reception desk makes check-in and check-out easy. The hotel provides a cloakroom, a safe, a currency exchange service, room service, a laundry service and 19 conference rooms. Wireless internet access (no extra charge) is provided in public areas. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the car park. Guests can also use the bicycle storage facilities.
Rooms
Rooms are equipped with air conditioning and individually adjustable heating. All rooms are carpeted and include a double bed or a king-size bed. Extra beds can be requested. A safe and a minibar are also available. A mini fridge and a tea/coffee station are standard features. An ironing set is provided for guests' convenience. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio, a stereo system and WiFi are provided as well. Bathrooms are equipped with a shower and a bathtub, as well as a hairdryer. Guests can also book wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms. Family rooms are available for parents with children.
Sports/Entertainment
Fine weather can be enjoyed on the terrace. After an eventful day, guests can work out and recharge in the gym.
Meals
Dining facilities include a dining room, a breakfast room, a café and a bar. Guests can dine in 2 restaurants, which have air conditioning and high chairs as well as smoking and non-smoking areas. Bed and breakfast is offered as a catering option. A wide variety of dishes are served at all three main mealtimes. Guests can enjoy lunch and dinner as a set menu. Special meals, including diet meals, are also available. The hotel also offers special catering options.
Payment
The hotel accepts the following credit cards: American Express, VISA, Diners Club and MasterCard.