Holiday Inn Express Leeds City Centre by IHG

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Holiday Inn Express
8.5 (5101 reviews)
Cavendish Street, Off Kirkstall Road , Leeds , gb

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Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
Facilities for disabled guests
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good breakfast
Comfortable rooms
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Location not central enough
Noise disturbances

Categories

Cleanliness
7.71
Some reviews mention issues like dirty carpets and a smelly toilet, which negatively impacted the perceived cleanliness.
Service
9.18
Numerous reviews highlight friendly and helpful staff contributing positively to the overall service experience.
Location
8.22
The location received mixed feedback; while convenient, some guests commented on it not being in the city center.
Room Quality
8.17
Rooms were generally described as comfortable and clean, although a couple of guests noted issues with noise and maintenance.
Amenities
8.7
Amenities such as breakfast and coffee machines were positively reviewed by guests.
Value for Money
8.66
Guests felt that the price paid for the stay, including breakfast, provided good value.
Food and Beverage
8.71
Breakfast received high ratings, although there were minor complaints regarding specific food items.
Overall Experience
8.68
Overall guest sentiment indicates satisfaction with their stays, highlighted by a clean and welcoming atmosphere.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 18:56

Property Description

Convenient Location
Located just a 15-minute walk to Leeds city centre, our hotel is the perfect choice for visitors to Leeds and Metropolitan universities, the business district, and its vibrant restaurants and bars. Easily accessible from the Leeds ring road, we also offer on-site car parking for your convenience.

Comfortable Accommodation
Each room features an en-suite bathroom with a power shower, air conditioning, and a TV. Stay connected with free WiFi available throughout the property, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable stay for all guests.

Great Amenities
Start your day right with our Express Start breakfast, and take advantage of our 2 meeting rooms for any business needs. With Headingley Stadium, Leeds United FC, and the John Charles Centre for Sport nearby, as well as easy access to the O2 Academy and Leeds train station, our hotel offers the perfect blend of comfort and convenience.

Book your stay now to experience all that our hotel has to offer!

Important information:

If booking a Double Room with a Sofa Bed and you require the hotel to set up the extra bed, please inform the hotel via the Special Requests box during the booking process.

Please note that pets will incur an additional charge of GBP 30 per pet, per stay. Pre-booking is essential. Please contact the hotel to check availability.

Please note that air conditioning is currently unavailable.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: LBA

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

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

  • 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.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    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.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible) and costs GBP 12 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.5
Based on 5101 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.71
Service: 9.18
Location: 8.22
Room Quality: 8.17
Amenities: 8.7
Value for Money: 8.66
Food and Beverage: 8.71
Overall Experience: 8.68
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Aaron • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Staff very friendly

Cons:

Bathroom felt dated and bed wasn't the comfiest.

2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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Neil • extended_group • gb
10
Perfect staff
Pros:

Easy access for our trip

2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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cowell • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Staff were super friendly and helpful

Cons:

No fried eggs but that's a very small gripe!

2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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Cheryl • solo_traveller • gb
10
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Phil • solo_traveller • gb
10
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George • couple • gb
10
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Wai • solo_traveller • gb
8
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Bev • couple • gb
10
Excellent
Pros:

Everything about the stay was excellent
All the staff were friendly , accommodating and a credit to the company
Breakfast great and the whole stay was value for money

2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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Robert • family_with_children • gb
10
Met expectations
Pros:

Efficient friendly staff, clean room, good food for the price

Cons:

Location next to busy road

2026-06-12 • via Nuitee
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Michael • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Lovely friendly and helpful staff. Great sized room, with a mega comfy bed. Very nice breakfast with plenty of choice.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-06-12 • via Nuitee
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Lynsey • couple • gb
8
Great service from staff. Room functional but broken items.
Pros:

Convent location for us. Service from staff was excellent - very friendly.

Cons:

The room was a bit shabby. There was a hook literally hanging off the wall??? Why? Surely you don’t let out rooms in that condition?

2026-06-12 • via Nuitee
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Cynthia • family_with_children • gb
10
All the staff were very friendly which made it an enjoyable stay.
Pros:

The breakfast was very good.

2026-06-12 • via Nuitee
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Watson • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Fantastic young lady on reception Nikki very helpful 👏

2026-06-12 • via Nuitee
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Linda • solo_traveller • gb
7
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Jennifer • solo_traveller • gb
9
Great stay ...
Pros:

Helpfulness of staff
Ease of booking and checking in

Cons:

Not applicable

2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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Paul • extended_group • gb
9
Would stay again, no frills or spills
Pros:

Good all round hotel. Great staff welcome and just off the beaten track.

Cons:

Nothing in particular, but only stayed one night.

2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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riley • solo_traveller • gb
8
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franco • solo_traveller • gb
8
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Main • couple • gb
10
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David • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-06-09 • via Nuitee