ibis Styles Leeds City Centre Arena

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ibis Styles
8.6 (10410 reviews)
Wade Lane , Leeds , gb

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Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Heating
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Clean and comfy rooms
Cons:
Rude front desk service
Cramped bathroom

Categories

Cleanliness
8.31
Room was clean and well appointed; however, the cramped bathroom was noted.
Service
7.78
Service was negatively impacted by rude front desk staff, which is unacceptable.
Location
9.32
Perfect location close to everything in the city centre, with convenient parking.
Room Quality
8.27
The room was comfy but a bit small.
Amenities
8.8
Free hot drinks available and convenient parking options nearby.
Value for Money
8.76
Good value for money considering the location and amenities.
Food and Beverage
8.81
No specific comments, but free hot drinks at the reception enhance the experience.
Overall Experience
8.78
Despite some service issues, overall experience was positive with a great location.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 01:13

Property Description

Modern Accommodations
Located just 0.2 miles from the First Direct Arena in Leeds, ibis Styles Leeds City Center Arena offers contemporary rooms with air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and complimentary Wi-Fi. The private bathrooms are stocked with free toiletries and a hairdryer, ensuring a comfortable stay for guests of all ages.

Authentic Dining Experience
Indulge in a culinary journey at Ma-Hé restaurant, featuring a diverse coastal Indian menu curated by specialist chefs from five regions of India. The immersive open plan kitchen and botanical-themed dining room create a unique and mesmerizing atmosphere for diners to enjoy.

Convenient Location
With easy access to The University of Leeds and popular attractions like Trinity Shopping Centre and Roundhay Park, our hotel is the ideal choice for both leisure and business travelers. Explore the vibrant nearby restaurants, pubs, and nightlife, and make the most of your stay in Leeds.

Book your stay at ibis Styles Leeds City Center Arena for a memorable experience in the heart of the city.

Important information:

Located 0.2 miles from the First Direct Arena in Leeds, ibis Styles Leeds City center Arena features an onsite restaurant and bar. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property. Additionally, off-site parking is available for an additional fee. Our sofa beds are only suitable for children up to 16 years old.

Every room at this hotel is air conditioned and is equipped with a flat-screen TV and tea/coffee making facilities. Rooms include a private bathroom equipped with a shower. Extras include free toiletries and a hairdryer.

The Ma-Hé restaurant, features an exceptional coastal Indian menu, with an array of dishes from five main regions including Goa, Mangalore, Kerala, Tamil Nadu and Andhra. With a cozy dining room designed with the essence of the botanical waters of India, guests can expect to be mesmerized by the immersive open plan kitchen, led by specialist chefs from India.

You will find a 24-hour front desk at the property.

Trinity Shopping Center is 1.3 miles from ibis Styles Leeds City Center Arena, while Roundhay Park is 3.6 miles from the property and Tropical World just 3.8 miles away. With a variety of open restaurants, pubs and nightlife nearby. The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 9 miles from ibis Styles Leeds City Center Arena.

Please note that off-site parking is available at Citipark Merrion Center & First Direct Arena, for an additional fee (GBP10 for 24 hours) and is validated at the hotel reception upon check out.

The continental breakfast includes pastries, toast, cereals, tea/coffee and juice. No hot breakfast is available.

Please note our sofa beds are only suitable for children up to 16 years old.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: LBA

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 7 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs GBP 10 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 10410 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.31
Service: 7.78
Location: 9.32
Room Quality: 8.27
Amenities: 8.8
Value for Money: 8.76
Food and Beverage: 8.81
Overall Experience: 8.78
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Kellie • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Bed was comfortable
Shower was asboustly brill

Cons:

Bed squeaking when u laid down or sat on it

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Christian • couple • gb
4
The accommodation was suitable for the visit but staff need to priorities queuing over administrative issues!
Pros:

Location

Cons:

We were left waiting nearly 20mins trying to collect our bags whilst two staff members tried to solve an administrative issue leaving only one staff member to deal with several different people and a large family! I understand that the Graduation Season is a very busy period but administrative issues should’ve been put to the side and the queue dealt with first! I managed a large organisation of nearly 300 staff and customers are always dealt with first! Problems should be dealt with out of the sight of customers and not at the front desk as first impressions last!

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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rachael • extended_group • gb
7
Great hotel and staff, shame parking discount did not work
Pros:

Staff great. Hotel clean

Cons:

The car park discount did not work. Despite registering my car in the hotel, the car park system did not recognise this and charged me £20 for 24 hours instead of the expected £10

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Beishek uulu • solo_traveller • kg
10
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Hayes • solo_traveller • gb
7
Pros:

Very comfortable bed. Quiet room.

Cons:

Breakfast was late starting, eggs were not ready when it did open.

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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andrew • couple • gb
6
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Jill • extended_group • be
8
Good hotel, friendly staff.
Pros:

Easy to find, friendly staff, great breakfast and late check out.

Cons:

A bit on the pricey side

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Lesley • solo_traveller • gb
10
A great hotel in a great location.
Pros:

Stayed here for one night for my daughters graduation. The hotel is in a perfect location directly next to Leeds Arena with a big car park on the doorstep. I had a single room but the bed was more like a double and spacious and comfy. The room was small but clean, nicely decorated and perfect for a short stay and had everything I needed. Friendly reception staff made check in easy. I would definitely stay here again.

Cons:

Nothing, it was perfect for my needs.

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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andrew • couple • gb
6
Great location but let down by dirty bed
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Dirty mattress and torn bed sheets

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Graham • family_with_children • gb
10
Superb hotel for your City stay.
Pros:

Superb location. Staff very welcoming and helpful. Room comfy and clean. Good selection at breakfast.

Cons:

Nothing not to like. If being very picky, biscuits in the room would be a nice touch.

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Laura • couple • gb
9
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Michelle • couple • gb
10
Lovely place. Nice location. Very comfortable
Pros:

Very clean and modern

Cons:

The price for a one night stay was quite expensive considering it didn’t include breakfast

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Simon • extended_group • gb
8
Good value, difficult to find the car park
Pros:

Clean modern

Cons:

Location of car park makes it difficult to find the hotel. Not much signage. Had to call hotel to from second floor of car park to find out how to get my disabled father to the front door. It’s in a shopping centre behind the hotel with no direct access.

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Odonoghue • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Friendly staff, great location. Clean

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Octavia • solo_traveller • gb
10
Another fantastic stay.
Pros:

Location, comfort, cleanliness, relaxed atmosphere, breakfast.

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Noel • couple • gb
6
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Marie • family_with_children • gb
10
Excellent and great location, easy and free tea and coffee all day!
Pros:

Really comfortable and clean rooms. I couldn’t hear any noise whatsoever and I never ever sleep in hotels and I slept all night!

Cons:

Comfy beds and pillows

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Susan • extended_group • gb
10
Great stay really comfortable room
Pros:

Great location for the city

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Roannero • solo_traveller • gb
7
Great location validates parking
Pros:

The location is excellent and I like that they validate parking. We've been using this location for 3 years while daughter has been at university. Always a great price And I only have a book through booking.com as it seems to work out cheaper than direct

Cons:

Unfortunately the bed broke and it took 90 minutes for them to sort it out to move to a different room which wasn't as good as the room that we paid for despite them being adamant they were the same. Manager, did apologise the next day for taking so long to get it sorted and offered a partial discount on the next stay. However, we wouldn't need to take the offer up as we will no longer be needing to use the hotel as my daughter has graduated from university. Also have to say from previous times we've stayed they've always had a better selection of teas in the foyer area. Whereas now they only offer the Yorkshire normal and decaf and a Tetley earl grey. Previously they've had green tea and chamomile

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Zoe • extended_group • gb
9
Great location, lovely decor.
Pros:

Really great location for gradation and concerts at First Direct arena. Parking next door which was handy too.
Loved the style of the rooms and hotel throughout. Very modern and funky!
Breakfast at the attached restaurant was great. We didn’t book the breakfast and showed up at 10.10am as they were just about to close but the lovely chap let us. Very much appreciated.

Cons:

Liked it all. Felt a little for the staff as it was graduation week, they were fully booked with lots of people turning up early in hope of an earlier check which just wasn’t possible.
Their bag locker was completely full too so had to leave luggage in the car and check in at silly o’clock that night after the graduation celebrations.

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee