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International Inn4 South Hunter Street, Liverpool City Centre, L1 9JG
Telephone: 0151 709 8135
Fax: 0151 709 8135
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Welcome to the International Inn
The International Inn is a newly developed hostel in the hub of Liverpool City Centre's cultural quarter. Developed within a former Victorian warehouse the hostel is cosmopolitan and has tremendous character, coupled with the latest facilities.
There is accommodation for up to 100 people in dorms for 2, 4, 6, 8 and 10 and facilities include TV lounge/games room, laundry, baggage store, full heating, Internet access and information desk with details of all local attractions.
Clean bedding is provided and there is no curfew. The hostel is open throughout the year and there is a presence on site 24 hours a day. Individual backpackers and groups are equally welcome.
The hostel is literally in the heart of the city and less than a stones throw away you will find theatres, the city's two Cathedrals, the Philharmonic Hall, not to mention the city's bustling bar and club scene.Our friendly staff will be able to point you in the direction of all the city's attractions and give advice on the best places to go. The hostel is also ideally suited for the city's universities, being opposite the student union.
Prices are £15 per person, per night in a dorm, and £18 per person in a twin room. A cafe is located on site for breakfasts and lunches. Evening meals may be provided for groups. Please enquire with your requirements. Pre booking is not essential, but advisable at busy times.
Relax in our lounge, on our huge comfy leather sofas, watch TV or a film from our range of free videos or just have a can of Coke. Make yourself at home in our spacious and comfortable lounge. Ideal after a long day's sightseeing, or a big night out.
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Why not amuse yourself with our pool table and free table football. Relax and have fun with your mates before your night out or after your dinner. Our lounge and games room is open 24 hours, so if you're that addicted to pool you can play it all night here.
Our well-equipped, clean kitchen is perfect for those of you who love to cook. The utensils you'll need for cooking are all supplied here to enable you to get the most from our kitchen. And with free tea, coffee and toast 24 hours it's great for refilling after exhaustion.
Our entrance. We like the start of your stay to reflect how it will be. Bright, Friendly and informative, our reception and staff are the friendliest and most helpful you are likely to find. Ask us anything and we will answer to the greatest of our abilities to ensure you get the most out of your stay.
About Liverpool
The city of Liverpool, will to become the Capital of Culture in 2008, is rapidly emerging as one of the most vibrant and exiting destinations in Europe. With a combination of stunning sights and sounds the city has never been more attractive for visitors, irrespective of their style or tastes. The city is renowned as the birthplace of the Beatles, is home to two world famous football clubs, not to mention two world famous Cathedrals, hosts the Grand National Steeplechase, has more theatres, museums and galleries than any other UK city other than London and has one of the best bar and club scenes in the country.
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Liverpool has a wonderful array of fine buildings and architectural masterpieces, like St George's Hall and the famous 'three graces' on Liverpool Waterfront. Only London can boast more listed historic buildings than the city. As the birth place of the Beatles, former haunts have become a Mecca for fans worldwide and a host of attractions are available for visitors, such as the Magical Mystery Tour, International Beatle Week, The Cavern Club, The Beatle Story, 20 Forthlin Rd and Mendips.
Liverpool still has a major impact on the current music scene with groups such as the Lightening Seeds, Cast, Space, Atomic Kitten and Mel C regularly appearing in the Charts. A range of venues showcase live music regularly, such as the Picket, the Masque, The Lomax and L2, not to mention the Royal Court Theatre which attracts larger bands.
World class shopping is available in Liverpool City Centre, with most major retailers you would expect in a large city represented. Antiques and specialist shopping is also available at the Quiggins Centre.
Many people visit the city for sporting reasons - Liverpool FC has a visitor centre that is well worth a visit and Everton FC has ground tour every other day. Aintree Racecourse, home of the Grand National Steeplechase also has a visitor centre where the 'Grand National Experience can be tried.
Entertainment abounds in Liverpool and one can usually find entertainment to your taste in one of the city's 5 theatres or even a classical concert at the Philharmonic Hall. Several comedy clubs exist in Liverpool and a show can be found somewhere most nights of the week. The nightlife in Liverpool is fantastic and must be one of the best in the country.
There are a huge array of bars and clubs and the 'scene' caters for all tastes and styles which is not surprising with over 250 bars and pubs in the City Centre! Most bars and pubs remain open till 2.00am, hence the reason for no curfew at the International Inn!
Eating out in Liverpool can be a wonderful experience with a huge amount of high quality restaurants. Amongst the cosmopolitan cuisine on offer you'll find everything from Russian and French to Latin American and Mexican. Liverpool's Chinatown - the oldest in Europe - is also worth a visit.
Liverpool is also a city of festivals and throughout the year there is usually something going on - Matthew Street Festival, International Beatle Week, Creamfields, Mersey River Festival, Brouhaha International Street Festival, Grand National Festival, Caribbean Carnival, African OYE to name a few.Whatever your taste or style, Liverpool is sure to provide you with a memorable visit.
See you soon!
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Directions
From Lime Street Railway Station
Exit the Lime Street Railway Station from the side entrance onto Skelhorne St.
Turn left and walk up the hill, continuing up Copperas Hill.
At the main road T-junction turn right onto Russell Street
Continue along the road as it runs into Clarence Street and then Rodney Street
At the junction of Hardman Street (HSBC Bank on corner) turn left and walk along until the second road on the left which is South Hunter Street.
The Hostel is 20 yards on the right
From the National Express Depot
Exit the Norton Street National Express Depot and proceed along Fraser Street until the junction with London Rd
Turn left and walk upto the traffic lights and then turn right onto Seymour Street
Seymour Street runs into Russell Street
Continue along the road as it runs into Clarence Street and then Rodney Street
At the junction of Hardman Street (HSBC Bank on the corner) turn left and walk along until the second road on the left which is South Hunter Street.
The Hostel is 20 yards on the right
By Car
From motorway (M62) take Edge lane (A5047) to its full length.
At the end of Edge Lane, turn left and follow road around, bearing to the right along Irvine Street. At first lights turn left and continue as the road bears right.
Take left at next light and proceed alongside RC Cathedral onto Mount Pleasant, and continue. At traffic lights go straight across on to Hope Street.
At next lights (by the Philharmonic) turn right onto Hardman Street.
First right is South Hunter Street and the hostel is 20 yards down on right.
Pay and Display Parking is available on the street
From Airport
From the Liverpool John Lennon Airport, two buses travel into the city centre, and along Hardman Street.
The number 32A runs every half hour from 7.30am until 5.30pm
The number 80A runs every 15 minutes from 6.05am until 11.04pm
Get off at Hardman Street and head for South Hunter Street (the Flute and Firkin is on the corner).
The hostel is 20 yards along on the right.
Alternatively, a taxi fare would be between £10-£12.
From the Ferry Terminal
From the Ferry Terminal at the Pier Head, take the number 224 bus from Canada Boulavard.
This stops at Ranelagh Street, outside of Lewis's department store.
From here you will have to walk along Renshaw Street to the junction of Leece Street (the bombed church is on the corner).
Turn left up the hill onto Leece Street, which runs into Hardman Street.
South Hunter Street is fourth road on the left (the Flute and Firkin is on the corner).
The hostel is 20 yards along on the right
Alternatively, a taxi fare would be between £3 or £4
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