Stay at The Railway Hotel in Halifax, rated 4.4 with 367 reviews. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast, and a bar near Eureka! Museum, The Piece Hall, and Shibden Hall.
Guests appreciate the friendly atmosphere, convenient location near the Piece Hall, and quality drinks. While some find prices on the higher side, the welcoming vibe and attentive staff make it a popular choice for socializing and live music.
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The Railway Hotel is a 4.4-rated establishment located at 29 Horton St in Halifax, combining elements of a hotel, bar, and pub. It features a smoke-free environment with free Wi-Fi and complimentary breakfast, but does not offer air conditioning, a restaurant, fitness center, or airport shuttle services. Check-in begins at 14:00 and check-out is by 10:00. Its setting is well suited for those visiting the town centre, especially for sightseeing and recreation, with a focus on convenience for exploring the local area.
Guests appreciate the property's lively bar atmosphere, with several reviews highlighting the welcoming staff and good selection of drinks. While some note that prices can be on the higher side, this is seen by others as a factor contributing to maintaining a pleasant and amiable crowd. The Railway Hotel's location places it within easy reach of notable attractions such as the Piece Hall, Eureka! The National Children's Museum, and Shibden Hall, making it a practical base for visitors interested in cultural and family-friendly activities.
The hotel is also well-situated for travelers arriving by air, with Leeds Bradford Airport less than an hour’s drive away and Manchester and Liverpool airports accessible within roughly an hour by car or transit. Nearby accommodations include a mix of well-reviewed hotels like Premier Inn Halifax Town Centre and The White Swan Hotel, providing additional lodging options in the vicinity.
While the property lacks some typical hotel amenities such as air conditioning and on-site dining, it makes up for this with its bar and pub experience, favored by guests looking for a social and convenient place to stay close to Halifax’s main attractions. It suits visitors keen on spending time in the town centre and enjoying local entertainment venues rather than seeking full-service hotel facilities.
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Great place. Came here after the Deftones show in Piece hall and they kept the bar open late for us. Really nice barmen. Either they were twins or I was really pissed.
Just nipped in for a drink.. lovely pub & excellent location for the Piece Hall.
This is a great little venue close to the Piece Hall. Hard working landlord who really cares about his customers/ business and trying to continually improve things. Good atmosphere, music and nice decor (opulent boudoir feel). Perfect for pre and post Piece Hall gigs. The only bad comments on here seem to be about the price. It is pricey, true. But at least it keeps out any undesirables…..I mean, in another comment, someone suggested going to the White Horse. All I would advise is, don’t!
Amazing staff lovely town centre pub really nice atmosphere.
Loved the live music, the locals were amiable and welcoming to new people and beer was good. I haven't been able to go for ages so it was a real treat. Atmosphere was awesome .
Fab atmosphere, good beers and right next to the piece hall so you can enjoy the music. Dog friendly beer garden and food shack does good burgers and chips
A great landlord and a very good pint of cider on .Been in a few times and wouldn't hesitate to recommend this superb boozer.
Was working up in the area, and popped in for a pint as it looked lovely from the outside. It didn't disappoint, from the welcome, the friendly chats, and the lovely drinking area out back. Highly recommended.
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