🇬🇧 Leeds, United Kingdom

Avalon

📍 132, Woodsley Road, Leeds, LS2 9LZ

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부동산 — Avalon

The Avalon feels like a solid, no-nonsense base for exploring Leeds. It’s a clean, modern 3-star hotel near the city centre and the university, with a small lobby that’s functional rather than flashy — think laminate flooring, a couple of sofas, and a receptionist who’ll point you to the bus stop. The rooms are trimmed in dark wood and grey tones, with decent Wi-Fi and a good cooked breakfast. This place suits a budget-conscious solo traveller or a couple who plan to be out all day and just need a quiet, reliable room to sleep in.

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Leeds 연대기

Leeds grew rich on wool and engineering during the Industrial Revolution, its grand Victorian arcades and the magnificent Corn Exchange built on that prosperity. The city reinvented itself in the 1990s as a financial and legal hub, then added a cultural layer with the Royal Armouries and the Henry Moore Institute. Today, it’s a young, buzzy city with a strong food scene, indie shops in the Victorian Quarter, and a calendar packed with music and theatre. The millstone grit terraces and red-brick mills still shape its character, but the vibe is thoroughly modern.

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최고의 달

May, June and September — warmish but not hot, long evenings, fewer tourists than July and August, and the parks and canals are at their best.

Peak / Festival Surge 근처 오락거리

August is the absolute peak month because of the Leeds Festival (usually the August bank holiday weekend), school holidays, and the West Indian Carnival in nearby Chapeltown. Hotel prices in central Leeds can double then, and the city centre gets very busy with festival-goers and families.

Budget Shoulder 시즌

April and October are the best budget shoulder months. You’ll get mild weather, smaller crowds, and hotel rates often drop by 30–40 per cent compared to August. Many attractions have shorter winter hours, but everything is still open.

날씨 & 포장

Leeds has a sharp, changeable climate: you can get sun, rain and a chilly wind all in one afternoon in July. Pack a waterproof jacket and layers — even in summer, don’t rely on just a T-shirt and shorts.

City Briefing 근처 오락거리 — Leeds

  • The new £270m bus and cycle route along the A61 is mostly complete, with some junction closures still in place — check the MCard app for live bus diversions.
  • The Northern Ballet Theatre’s summer season runs at the Quarry Theatre from late June to early August, with a new production of ‘Carmen’ premiering in early July.
  • The city’s park-and-ride sites at Elland Road and Temple Green are now on Tap-and-Go payment, saving you the queue for a ticket machine on match and festival days.

Your Perfect Room

✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026

Before you check in to Avalon, here's what to know about choosing the right room.

Best rooms to request

Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor facing the rear (away from Woodsley Road). These upper floors reduce street noise, and the rear aspect avoids the main road traffic.

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Rooms to avoid

Avoid rooms on the 1st floor and any front-facing rooms (overlooking Woodsley Road). The 1st floor is closer to street level and any ground-floor public areas (breakfast room, reception), and the front side picks up constant traffic noise from the busy A58 corridor.

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Best views

At a 3-star hotel on Woodsley Road, you're looking at urban streetscape: red-brick terraces, parked cars, and the occasional glimpse of the University of Leeds campus. No scenic vista. Rear rooms give a quieter outlook onto back gardens and other low-rise buildings.

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Quietest floors

Floors 3 and 4 are the quietest. They're high enough to dampen street noise and below the top floor, which can sometimes have heating/water-tank hum or limited insulation against weather noise.

🔊 Noise notes

Woodsley Road is a main route into the city centre with constant traffic, including buses, and a taxi rank near the junction. The hotel’s small car park generates some early-morning engine noise. Summer nights can bring student footfall from nearby halls of residence.

Insider tips

1) Parking is very limited – book a space when you reserve, or use the Woodhouse Lane NCP (5 min walk). 2) If you're a light sleeper, bring earplugs even for a rear room – older double glazing doesn't block all sound.

How to request your preferred room:
  1. Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
  2. Add a note in your booking comments field
  3. Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available

호텔 시설 — Avalon

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Wi-Fi

Free high-speed Wi-Fi (around 50 Mbps download) throughout; no login required – just accept terms on the open network

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Lift / Elevator

No passenger lift – only guest rooms are on the first and second floors, accessed by stairs. No historic wings; the entire building is an original Victorian townhouse.

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Media & Newspapers

Complimentary digital newspaper access via PressReader on a shared iPad in the breakfast room; no physical papers. The building retains original 1880s fireplace features in the common lounge.

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Check-in / Check-out

Check-in from 15:00; early bag drop allowed from 10:00 (free). Late check-out until 13:00 for £15, subject to availability.

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Baggage Storage

Free left luggage room behind reception; no charge for same-day storage up to 20:00

Accessibility

No step-free entry – two steps up at the front door; no wheelchair-accessible ground-floor bedrooms. No lift; rooms are stair-only. Guests with mobility issues should choose another hotel.

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Parking

No on-site parking. Nearest public car park: Woodhouse Lane NCP, 0.3 miles, £15 per 24 hours after 16:00. No EV charging on-site.

수수료, 세금 & 예금

City / tourist tax: None (Leeds does not impose a city tourist tax as of 2026)

Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; a £50 incidental hold placed on card at check-in, released at checkout if no damage or extras

Faith & Dietary 근처 오락거리

  • Mosque: Cemetery Lodge Prayer Room (577 m · ~7 min walk)
  • Church: Hyde Park Methodist Mission (608 m · ~8 min walk)
  • Mosque: Leeds Grand Mosque (633 m · ~8 min walk)
  • Church: The Greater World Centre and Christian Spiritualist Sanctuary (666 m · ~8 min walk)

지역 라이프 스타일 & 레크리에이션

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Shopping

The Light — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk

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Walking & Running

Chancellor's Court — 481 m · ~6 min walk

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Museums & Galleries

M&S Company Archive: Marks in Time — 164 m · ~2 min walk

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Theatres & Concerts

Stage@Leeds — 438 m · ~5 min walk

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Kids & Family

Woodhouse Moor Playground — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk

5분 라디오 필수

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Nearest ATM

Nearest — 383 m · ~5 min walk

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Nearest Pharmacy

Hyde Park Pharmacy — 619 m · ~8 min walk

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Convenience Store

Morrisons Daily — 330 m · ~4 min walk

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Nearest Transit

Infirmary Street — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk

돈 & 통화

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Local currency

Pound Sterling, GBP

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Where to exchange

Use ATMs inside post offices or high-street banks; avoid currency exchange booths at Leeds Bradford Airport and tourist-heavy spots for poor rates.

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Cards & contactless

Contactless cards and Apple Pay/Google Pay work almost everywhere, including buses and taxis; keep a bit of cash for small independent street stalls.

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Tipping etiquette

Optional in restaurants — 10% for good service, but check if service charge is already added. Not expected in taxis, but rounding up is fine. No tipping in pubs.

식사, 쇼핑 & 여행에 대한 예산

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Cheap coffee

Filter coffee or a basic espresso from a cafe on Briggate or around the Corn Exchange — around £2.50.

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Best-value lunch

Grab a sandwich or hot roti wrap from a takeaway on Kirkgate or near the Markets — about £5-6.

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Affordable dinner

A main course at a casual pub or curry house on Vicar Lane or behind Leeds Town Hall — around £10-12.

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Street food & cheap eats

Leeds Kirkgate Market is the go‑to stall area for cheap eats; also food trucks appear on Briggate during lunch and on weekends near the Corn Exchange.

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Budget groceries

Tesco Express, Sainsbury's Local, and Aldi are common in LS2; the big Kirkgate Market has fresh produce and cheaper deli counters.

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Affordable clothes

Primark on Briggate and the St John’s Centre for high-street basics; the outdoor markets around Kirkgate offer budget accessories and casual wear.

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Cheapest way around

City buses within Leeds are £2 for a single ride (tap contactless); the cheapest airport transfer is the Leeds Bradford A1 Flyer bus (approx £3.50 single) — avoid taxis. A day bus ticket is around £5.

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Money-saving tips

Buy lunch from the Kirkgate Market rather than chain cafes. Walk or cycle between central LS2 areas (everything is close). Look for student deals on meals near the University campus — many pubs offer £5 mains on weekdays.

아는 것이 좋다 — Leeds

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Plugs & power

Type G · 230V

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Tap water

safe

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Currency

$1 ≈ £0.75 · GBP

Emergency Contacts

Leeds
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Police
999
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Ambulance / Medical
999
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Fire Department
999

For non-emergency police, dial 101. For health advice, call 111. If you're a tourist needing consular help, contact your embassy.

💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.

Where to Eat

Book a table →
1
No. 1 Grill Local
££
🚶 3 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
2
The Templar Local
££
🚶 3 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
3
The Hyde Park Local
££
🚶 6 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
4
Scarborough Hotel Local
££
🚶 6 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
5
The Highland Laddie Local
££
🚶 9 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
6
The Head of Steam Local
££
🚶 9 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
7
Little Snack Bar taiwanese
££
🚶 12 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
8
The Chemic Tavern Local
££
🚶 15 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome

💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Leeds, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.

Your arrival at Avalon

🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.

🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 383 m · ~5 min walkpharmacy · Hyde Park Pharmacy — 619 m · ~8 min walk

🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →

주위를 둘러보는

Find train tickets →
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First Bus Leeds City Services £1.70 single

Leeds City Centre → Local destinations (shopping, museums, restaurants)

15 min · Every 5-15 minutes · 06:00-23:30 (most routes)

💡 Buy a Day Saver ticket (£4.50) for unlimited city travel; buses are reliable and cover all major attractions

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Metro (West Yorkshire Passenger Transport) £2.00-5.00 regional

Leeds City Centre → Regional destinations (Bradford, Wakefield, Harrogate)

30 min · Every 15-30 minutes · 06:00-22:30

💡 Excellent for day trips; Malmaison is walking distance from city centre bus/metro stations; weekly tickets offer best value

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Leeds Bradford Airport Taxi Transfer £25-35

Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) → Malmaison Hotel, Leeds City Centre

35 min · On demand · 24/7

💡 Pre-book through your hotel for guaranteed rates; avoid peak traffic 8-9am and 5-6pm

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Arriva Train Services / TransPennine Express £4.80

Leeds Bradford Airport → Leeds Train Station (0.3 miles from Malmaison)

20 min · Every 20-30 minutes · 05:30-23:30

💡 Most economical airport option; direct service to city centre; buy tickets at airport ticket office

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Leeds 소개

Wikipedia ↗
Leeds, United Kingdom — city travel guide

Leeds is a city in West Yorkshire, England. It is the largest settlement in Yorkshire and the administrative centre of the City of Leeds Metropolitan Borough, which is the second most populous district in the United Kingdom. It is built around the River Aire and is in the eastern foothills of the Pe...

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Population 536,280

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What are the best rooms at Avalon?

Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor facing the rear (away from Woodsley Road). These upper floors reduce street noise, and the rear aspect avoids the main road traffic.

Which rooms should I avoid at Avalon?

Avoid rooms on the 1st floor and any front-facing rooms (overlooking Woodsley Road). The 1st floor is closer to street level and any ground-floor public areas (breakfast room, reception), and the front side picks up constant traffic noise from the busy A58 corridor.

Is Avalon noisy?

Woodsley Road is a main route into the city centre with constant traffic, including buses, and a taxi rank near the junction. The hotel’s small car park generates some early-morning engine noise. Summer nights can bring student footfall from nearby halls of residence.

Which rooms have the best views at Avalon?

At a 3-star hotel on Woodsley Road, you're looking at urban streetscape: red-brick terraces, parked cars, and the occasional glimpse of the University of Leeds campus. No scenic vista. Rear rooms give a quieter outlook onto back gardens and other low-rise buildings.

What are insider tips for staying at Avalon?

1) Parking is very limited – book a space when you reserve, or use the Woodhouse Lane NCP (5 min walk). 2) If you're a light sleeper, bring earplugs even for a rear room – older double glazing doesn't block all sound.

What time is check-in at Avalon?

Check-in at Avalon is from null. Check-out is by null.

Does Avalon have Wi-Fi?

Free high-speed Wi-Fi (around 50 Mbps download) throughout; no login required – just accept terms on the open network

Is there a city or tourist tax at Avalon?

None (Leeds does not impose a city tourist tax as of 2026)

Where can I eat cheaply near Avalon?

Grab a sandwich or hot roti wrap from a takeaway on Kirkgate or near the Markets — about £5-6.

What is the cheapest way to get around from Avalon?

City buses within Leeds are £2 for a single ride (tap contactless); the cheapest airport transfer is the Leeds Bradford A1 Flyer bus (approx £3.50 single) — avoid taxis. A day bus ticket is around £5.

When is the best time to visit Leeds?

May, June and September — warmish but not hot, long evenings, fewer tourists than July and August, and the parks and canals are at their best.

Leeds 주요 관광지

Leeds Art Gallery Free

💡 The basement level has a rotating display of sculptures you can touch. Skip the overpriced gift shop; the library next door sells cheap prints.

Leeds Corn Exchange Free

💡 Look up for the original painted ceiling above the central staircase. Free entry to the main floor; some events upstairs may charge.

Leeds City Museum Free

💡 Go on a weekday morning to avoid school groups. The café on the ground floor does decent cheap coffee.

Kirkstall Abbey Free

💡 Walk the riverside path to the bridge for a clear view of the abbey's full façade. Free guided tours run at 2pm on Saturdays.

Roundhay Park Free

💡 Bring binoculars for Waterloo Lake's birdlife. The park's café at the Mansion is pricey; bring a picnic instead.

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  • Ratings — Google guest score, sourced live via Google Places API
  • Address, phone, coordinates — OpenStreetMap + hotel's official website
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  • Transport & dining — OpenStreetMap Overpass API + AI editorial
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