Russell Scott Backpackers Hostel
Hostel in Leeds
Reasons to book
Great price for your budgetOne of the lowest cost properties in the area
Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner, Internet / Wifi and more
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About this hostel
Hostel with free breakfast, near University of Leeds
Laundry facilities, a 24-hour front desk, and free breakfast are available at this hostel. WiFi in public areas is free.
Bathrooms are shared and limited housekeeping is available.
Russell Scott Backpackers Hostel offers 9 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers. This Leeds hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers. Microwaves and refrigerators can be requested. Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) are also available. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.
Laundry facilities, a 24-hour front desk, and free breakfast are available at this hostel. WiFi in public areas is free.
Bathrooms are shared and limited housekeeping is available.
Russell Scott Backpackers Hostel offers 9 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers. This Leeds hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers. Microwaves and refrigerators can be requested. Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) are also available. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Laundry
Dishwasher
Map of Leeds
Available Rooms
Shared Dormitory, Men only
1 Bunk
Sleeps 1
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Shared Dormitory, Women only
1 Bunk
Sleeps 1
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Superior Twin Room, Shared Bathroom
1 Bunk
Sleeps 2
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Superior Triple Room, Shared Bathroom
3 Single
Sleeps 3
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Superior Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom
2 Bunk
Sleeps 4
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Ratings and reviews
1.5 / 5.0
I used it just so I could stay for the night. It did its job. The guy there was dead friendly and showed me around. they seem to be no hot water when I washed my hands did not ask our complaint as I was only there for the night and out all day. Good location.
2.5 / 5.0
Highly recommend to young and experienced travelers. We got in and they showed us to our comfortable room. The bathroom and the kitchen were upstairs. It worked for me as I was able to sleep ten hours through the night. It was great to meet friendly travelers and enjoy breakfast and snacks with them. With all the cereal and bread I imagine many nomads have caught up on lost meals.
2.5 / 5.0
Great location and friendly staff.
5.0 / 5.0
10 min walk from train station.
2.5 / 5.0
Really great little hostel, wonderful customer service and super comfy room. The room itself was completely tidy but the shared bathrooms were not - one toilet had water all over the floor and often drops of pee around the outside, the other toilet couldn’t flush so it was just full of toilet paper and pee. Other than the bathroom situation, it’s lovely!
1.0 / 5.0
The room itself was next to the back entrance so unfortunately you had people coming in and out at unsociable hours. I had to lock my door as i did not feel safe with presumed guests hanging outside my window late at night.
Cleanliness was not great as my pillow had a long hair on it from the person we stayed before and there were several stains on the duvet/sheets/mattress. The place was a little tired although can appreciate it was a reasonable rate for a Saturday night near the city centre.
Bathrooms were not in the best condition although I did have a warm shower so that was to be commended.
Overall, I think it was reasonable value for money but I would not stay again.
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent
2.0 / 5.0
It was ok
1.5 / 5.0
Our host was really welcoming and allowed us to check in an hour early, which was great. The location is excellent.
However, our room (two single beds) was, to be honest, abysmal, even for the price. The carpets were full of ominous brown stains, there was no lamp or place for storage, hairs and stains on a thin and old bedding, and bugs. There was a bizarre noise of running water which sounded like a leak that could be heard constantly. The bathroom had no paper to dry hands, which was frustrating. I've never felt more excited for my own bed.
2.5 / 5.0
Met friendly people 😄
1.0 / 5.0
My handbag was stolen within 3 minutes at the reception.I was waiting to be checked in when one of them stole my handbag.They couldn’t play me the CCTV of when I entered the reception.They refused to reply to my email till date.They said they will investigate but nothing was done.
2.0 / 5.0
Good private room for 4, does what it says on the tin
2.5 / 5.0
Great welcome, friendly. Good location. Would use here again.
5.0 / 5.0
Cheap and best hostel in leeds.
5.0 / 5.0
The shower machines make lot of noise and little bit scary. They need to be changed. Otherwise everything is fine.
1.5 / 5.0
A couple of simple changes could have made a big difference
Just plonking a flat sheet onto a mattress doesn't work and waking up on the bare mattress thinking how many others have done so too is a bit gross.
The rooms with showers are freezing and there's nowhere to put your clothes which you have to take in with you as they're a long walk from some rooms.
The constant access to breakfast and toast is good and the welcome is friendly.
I appreciate it's at the budget end and didn't expect luxury, just not to feel like I'm reliving bad decisions from the early 200s
1.5 / 5.0
Good city centre location 10mins walk to the main streets. Comfortable bed and heater available if needed. A simple self serve breakfast was included. Unfortunately, the female room I was in was located quite far from the bathrooms and you had to walk past the reception desk and up two flights of stairs. Not ideal in the middle of the night and may make some feel uncomfortable walking past staff on reception. Also, the gentleman on reception was very loud in the morning right outside the room which wasn’t very considerate. The hostel does the job for a one night stay if you want to be in the city on a budget.
1.5 / 5.0
Receptionist told us that we can put our food in the fridge and we don’t have to worry because noone will take it, so I happily left my coke drink there. The next morning it was gone.
2.0 / 5.0
Leeds City Centre for this price - exceptional. Yes, it's not the Ritz, but if certainly met my expectations in terms of warm welcome, good atmosphere, etc. Yes, some work to be done (lockers don't work), but for somewhere safe and clean to rest my head for a night - couldn't fault it. Fellow guests were friendly, mainly medical students who were polite and courteous. I also loved the 24 hour availability of tea/coffee/toast and cereal, allowing me to work late with sustenance. Definitely will stay again.
1.0 / 5.0
Worst inn. I was 90 minutes late because I had trouble with my bag running out at the airport, but I was locked out in the rain. It was the worst experience of my life.
2.5 / 5.0
This is one of my "go to" spots in Leeds when you just need somewhere to sleep.
Comfortable, Clean and all of the facilities that you need.
3.0 / 5.0
Budget = cheap
Good location
Clean
Safe
1.3 / 5.0
Didn't see anything worth commenting upon. The manager, Phil, pointed out a few things along with his expectations of clients A great stay altogether
2.5 / 5.0
Didn't see anything worth commenting upon. The manager, Phil, pointed out a few things along with his expectations of clients
A great stay altogether
1.3 / 5.0
Affordable and basic. Ideal if all you’re after is a bed after a night out. Wouldn’t stay anywhere else in Leeds.
1.5 / 5.0
Affordable and basic. Ideal if all you’re after is a bed after a night out. Wouldn’t stay anywhere else in Leeds.
1.0 / 5.0
Does exactly what it say on the tin. Somewhere to kip for twenty quid.
1.0 / 5.0
Does exactly what it say on the tin. Somewhere to kip for twenty quid.
5.0 / 5.0
Cheap and cheerful Good
location very helpful staff Thanks Phill
2.5 / 5.0
Cheap and cheerful Good location very helpful staff Thanks Phill
1.0 / 5.0
Clean and well presented property. The card machine did not work but the receptionist was efficient to resolve payment issue.
The property fronts onto a side road so parking is easy as there ia £5 charge to park in the car park behind.
On the night of Thursday 12th a we had Italy's answer to a drunk Dom Jolly berating his family back home and raising all the dormitories whilst wandering around the street like a part boiled piece of fusilli pasta.
Breakfast provision was good and the bathroom was clean.
I would recommend visiting
0.8 / 5.0
Clean and well presented property. The card machine did not work but the receptionist was efficient to resolve payment issue.The property fronts onto a side road so parking is easy as there ia £5 charge to park in the car park behind. On the night of Thursday 12th a we had Italy's answer to a drunk Dom Jolly berating his family back home and raising all the dormitories whilst wandering around the street like a part boiled piece of fusilli pasta.Breakfast provision was good and the bathroom was clean.I would recommend visiting
2.0 / 5.0
Cheap and cheerful no complaints
4.0 / 5.0
Cheap and cheerful no complaints
0.3 / 5.0
This hotel, I booked in error, as did not realise it was ladies only. They called me 10 mins after I booked and started shouting at me for booking the wrong room and I would be charged. They charged me for 6 nights for a homeless person, that could not stay 1 night. They refused to refund, which meant I could not use this to book elsewhere. Disgusting
0.3 / 5.0
This hotel, I booked in error, as did not realise it was ladies only. They called me 10 mins after I booked and started shouting at me for booking the wrong room and I would be charged. They charged me for 6 nights for a homeless person, that could not stay 1 night. They refused to refund, which meant I could not use this to book elsewhere. Disgusting
0.3 / 5.0
Paid for 2weeks .left after one hour as services were not up to scratch
1.0 / 5.0
It's a very clean hostel for sure but I've founded functional and rather soulless. Maybe it's because of the lack of travellers because of the current circumstance. Overall, it was a pleasant experience overall.
1.3 / 5.0
Phil and Angela great hosts. Everything you need. Near everything you need. 10/10 xxx
0.3 / 5.0
It was not good because everyone the light of one and hitter was every bed ?
FAQs
How much does this hostel cost compared to others in Leeds?
The average price for a rental in Leeds is R 1,788 per night. This rental is R 885 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this hostel?
Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Russell Scott Backpackers Hostel. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this hostel?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this hostel. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Russell Scott Backpackers Hostel pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this hostel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Russell Scott Backpackers Hostel?
We found 5 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, laundry, and dishwasher.
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