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Art Hostel

83 Kirkgate

Description

Art Hostel is the first social enterprise in the UK, providing affordable accommodation created by artists. Situated within a converted seed warehouse on the oldest street in Leeds city centre. The project has been developed by contemporary arts’ charity East Street Arts who have been supporting artists locally and internationally for over 25 years.

Leeds has a thriving independent grassroots and DIY art scene and Art Hostel contributes to the experience of visiting and staying in Leeds, encouraging visitors to access the artistic underbelly. We provide the physical infrastructure for you to get involved: to make, create, debate, sleep and explore .

Affordable and unique accommodation in the heart of Leeds city centre. A Social Enterprise by East Street Arts. (registered charity number 1077401)

Facilities

  • 24 Hour Reception
  • 24 Hour Security
  • Adaptors
  • Board games
  • Book Exchange
  • Breakfast Included
  • Common Room
  • Free City Maps
  • Free WiFi
  • Fridge/Freezer
  • Hairdryers For Hire
  • Ironing board
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Linen Included
  • Luggage Storage
  • Meeting Room
  • Microwave
  • Tea/Coffee Making Facilities
  • Tours/Travel Desk
  • Towels for hire
  • Utensils

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Reviews

Traveler Reviews

“Good as a base for a trip to Leeds”

Rating: 4 Reviewed on August 18, 2024

I only stopped here for a night, but was very satisfied with the standard of Art Hostel. The paintings on all the walls of course are gorgeous, giving the building a nice charm and unique feel to...


“Great place crash after a gig.”

Rating: 5 Reviewed on March 19, 2024

This place is fantastic the price, great solid wood bunk beds,really comthy, power supply each bed and light. Staff really friendly and helpful. A great night's sleep, the rooms and facilities...


“Stayed here for the Leeds marathon ”

Rating: 4 Reviewed on September 09, 2023

It was an eccentric place to stay but very pleasant and comfortable. Having communal areas like kitchen and sitting rooms was a great way to meet and socialize with the other guests. Each room was...



Directions

Coach Station (3 minute walk)
*Exit the Coach Station via the York Street exit.
*Turn right onto York Street.
*Walk straight for about 100 metres.
*Turn Left onto Harper Street.
*The hostel is facing you at the end of Harper Street on Kirkgate.

Train Station (10 minute walk)
* Exit the Train station via New Station Street Exit
*Turn right onto New Station Street
*Walk for about 50 metres
*Turn right onto Boar Lane
*Walk straight onto Duncan Street
*Keep walking straight onto Call Lane
*Walk past the Corn Exchange on your right hand-side
*Turn right onto Kirkgate
*Walk for about 150 metres
*We are on the right hand side

Policies

We have a 48 hour cancellation policy. In the event of a late cancellation or No show you will be charged for the first nights accommodation.