Accommodation

Accommodation in Leeds

Leeds offers a wide range of accommodation options within walking distance or a short taxi ride from Leeds Beckett University's City Campus. Delegates are encouraged to book early, particularly during university term time and major city events.

Hotels Within Walking Distance of the City Campus

Radisson Blu Hotel Leeds

A modern four-star hotel located in The Light shopping and leisure complex, approximately 5 minutes' walk from the City Campus and close to restaurants, shops and Millennium Square.

Leeds Marriott Hotel

Situated near Leeds Railway Station, this four-star hotel offers convenient access for delegates arriving by train. The City Campus is around a 10-minute walk away.

Novotel Leeds Centre

Located between Leeds Railway Station and the University, Novotel provides comfortable accommodation and business facilities within easy walking distance of the conference venue.

Dakota Leeds

A premium boutique hotel in the city centre, approximately 10 minutes' walk from the City Campus, offering high-quality rooms and dining facilities.

ibis Leeds Centre Marlborough Street

A budget-friendly option located within a 10-minute walk of the City Campus.

Apartment Accommodation

For longer stays, delegates may wish to consider serviced apartments, including:

  • Roomzzz Leeds City
  • Quebecs Luxury Apartments
  • Aparthotel Adagio Leeds

These provide self-catering facilities and are popular with visitors staying for several days.

Budget Accommodation

Affordable accommodation is available at:

  • Travelodge Leeds Central
  • Premier Inn Leeds City Centre (Leeds City Centre and Wellington Street locations)
  • Easy Hotel Leeds

All are within approximately 10–15 minutes of the City Campus by foot or short taxi journey.

Recommended Areas

For conference delegates, accommodation in the following areas is recommended:

  • Leeds City Centre – best option for easy access to the conference venue, restaurants, bars and transport hubs.
  • Leeds Railway Station Area – ideal for delegates arriving by rail or from Manchester Airport.
  • Leeds Waterfront – slightly quieter location, within walking distance of the City Campus.
  • Headingley – suitable for visitors wishing to stay near Leeds Beckett University's Headingley Campus, with regular bus and train services to the city centre.

Booking Advice

When booking accommodation, delegates should look for hotels within the LS1 postcode area, which covers central Leeds and provides the most convenient access to Leeds Beckett University City Campus (LS1 3HE) and Leeds Railway Station. The majority of city-centre hotels are within a 5–15 minute walk of both locations.

For international delegates, staying in Leeds City Centre offers the easiest access to rail services, airport transfers, restaurants, shopping, and the conference venue.

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