Jurys Inn Leeds

The Jurys Inn Leeds has a fresh, modern feel that reflects its trendy location in the city's Brewery Wharf. The hotel looks every bit a Jurys property from the outside, though interiors are pleasantly modern. The open-plan lobby is spacious and bright, with the hotel's signature purple tones throughout. The lobby has a slightly industrial feel with exposed columns sitting alongside the sleek gray front desk, perfectly balanced out by a cozy carpeted seating area, stylishly lined with comfy couches and glittering chandeliers. The communal areas are quiet during the day, with most guests congregating at the restaurant and lounge bar in the evenings, grabbing a drink or bite to eat before heading out. Owing to the hotel's business facilities and central location, it attracts a high number of corporate travelers during the week, with tourists frequently staying on the weekend. 

The hotel has an excellent location in the heart of Leeds' city center, a 10-minute walk from Leeds Railway Station and the main shopping district, Trinity Shopping Center. Located on a narrow road in Brewery Wharf, the surroundings are sophisticated and quiet, with a modern Italian restaurant and traditional British pub just a few minutes' walk away. There's also a small supermarket next door. There are plenty of cafes, bars, and restaurants within walking distance, and the hotel is close to the picturesque banks of the River Aire. The hotel is a one-minute walk from famous Tetley's Brewery, and numerous important attractions are a short walk away, like the Royal Armouries Museum and The Grand Theater & Opera House. Leeds Art Gallery is roughly a 15-minute minute walk from the hotel, while the First Direct Arena is about 20 minutes away on foot. The hotel has a convenient location for business travelers, with many corporate buildings in the surrounding area and St. George's Conference Center a 10-minute drive away. Leeds Bradford International Airport is about a 30-minute drive from the hotel, depending on traffic. 

The hotel's 248 guest rooms are simple and modern, geared toward short-stay travelers and those in town for business. They have a typical chain-hotel style, with carpeted floors, neutral walls, and simple wooden furnishings, plus the brand's signature purple pillows and throws. Double-glazed windows mean outside noise is kept to a minimum, with most guests reporting a quiet night's sleep. Front-facing rooms overlook the streets below, while some back-facing rooms have views of the riverbank. All rooms comes equipped with modern amenities, including flat-screen TVs with Freeview channels, air-conditioning, electric kettles, phones, ironing facilities, and free Wi-Fi. Most lack safes and mini-fridges. Standard Rooms can be on the small side, with Superior Rooms adding extra living space, free refreshments, late check out, and a free daily Costa coffee. Executive Rooms add king-size beds, full Sky TV packages (including Sky Sports and Sky Movies), Tassimo coffeemakers, safes, minibars, and free daily newspapers. The hotel caters to groups and families, with rooms that can sleep up to four people. Some interconnecting rooms are also available.Bathrooms are clean but on the small side, with plain neutral tiles and shower/tub combos enclosed with white shower curtains. The majority of bathrooms include wall-mounted soap dispensers, but Executive Room bathrooms add Gilchrist and Soames toiletries. All have hairdryers.

The Jurys Inn Leeds has some attractive on-site facilities that add value to a stay here. There's a spacious restaurant on the ground floor next to the lobby, with modern interiors and a relaxed atmosphere. It offers international cuisine and a pizza menu for dinner, but it's closed at lunchtime. A generous breakfast buffet with hot and cold options is served here daily, but this costs extra. There's a small lounge next the restaurant that's open all-day, serving a selection of bar snacks, lunch dishes, Costa coffee, and a selection of beers, wines, and spirits. Room service is available around the clock.The hotel has a surprisingly spacious fitness center, equipped with modern cardio machines, resistance machines, and free weights. There are extensive business facilities catering to corporate guests, with three well-equipped meeting rooms and modern conference spaces. Other services include a 24-hour front desk, concierge, laundry, dry cleaning, and free Wi-Fi. Free refreshments are available in the lobby, and there are a couple of vending machines by the front desk. On-site parking is available, but this costs extra.