A well-known spot in the city centre, The Queens Hotel has been welcoming guests and celebrities alike since its official opening in 1937. The hotel is thought to be the first ever hotel with en-suite facilities, making it one of the most luxurious and expensive spots to stay in the 1900s.
Here the YEP takes a look at some of the star-studded guests to visit or stay at the Queens Hotel over the years.
1. Laurel and Hardy
Laurel and Hardy came to Leeds on three of their four British visits. In 1932 they stayed at the Queens Hotel. Pictured is the pair during their visit in 1932. Photo: YPN
2. Nelson Mandela
Nelson Mandela visited Leeds in Apil 2001, staying at the Queens Hotel. Here he re-dedicates Mandela Gardens in Millennium Square during his visit. Photo: BRUCE ROLLINSON
3. Prince Rainier and Grace Kelly
Prince Rainier and Princess Grace of Monaco, otherwise known as Grace Kelly, visited Leeds in 26 October 1972 and stayed at the Queens Hotel. Photo: YPN
4. Cary Grant
British-born American actor Cary Grant also visited the hotel alongside Grace Kelly in October 1972. Photo: Evening Standard
5. Michael Caine
Star of hit films Batman and Interstellar, actor Michael Caine is known to have stayed at the Queens Hotel during a stop in Leeds in the 90s. Photo: Gabriel Kuchta
6. Roger Moore
James Bond actor Roger Moore visited the Queens Hotel for the Variety Club Ball in Leeds in 1961. Photo: YPN