42 The Calls

About 42 The Calls

42 The Calls occupies a former Victorian grain mill directly on the River Aire, one of the buildings that kickstarted the regeneration of this stretch of riverside into Leeds's most design-conscious hotel and restaurant quarter. Exposed brick, original mill beams and large windows overlooking the water give the hotel a strong sense of place that newer developments nearby struggle to match.

Rooms are individually designed rather than uniform, many with river views, and the hotel's setting on the Calls puts it within easy walking distance of the railway station while feeling noticeably quieter than the main City Square hotels once the evening rush has passed.

Its riverside position makes it a good base for exploring Granary Wharf and the canal towpath on foot, and for anyone who wants a characterful, independent alternative to the branded hotels clustered directly around the station.