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- If you’re looking for a cheap hotel in Leicester, you should consider visiting during the low season. You'll find cheaper hotels in Leicester in March and December.
- Hotel room prices vary depending on many factors but you’ll most likely find the best hotel deals in Leicester if you stay on a Saturday. The opposite is true for, Tuesday, which is usually the most expensive day.
- Book at least 23 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your Leicester hotel.
- The cheapest 3-star hotel room in Leicester found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £37, while the most expensive was £118.
- How long should you stay? KAYAK users usually book their hotel in Leicester for 1 day.
- You can stay on the outskirts of Leicester to save money on hotels and travel in using the comprehensive bus service in the city. For instance you could stay at Aaron Lodge Guest House, which is about a 20min journey to the centre on bus number 6A.
- For those that are heading to Leicester Comedy Festival, it’s important to know that hotel prices are likely to be higher during this popular period. It’s a good idea to book as far in advance as possible and to stay close to The Shed Venue, at a hotel like Alexandra House Leicester City Centre.
- If you are flying into Leicester and have an early flight to catch back, you should stay close to East Midlands Airport (EMA), so you’re not in a rush ahead of your trip. For instance OYO Sunrise Hotel is around a 30min drive from the terminal building and also about 25min by car from the centre of Leicester.
- If you want to stay at Leicester hotels with a view then you should look to stay close to Abbey Park. An example of a hotel you could stay at is Abbey Hotel by Trivelles, which is a stone’s throw away from views of bridges, lakes, and flowers in the park.
- The Grand Hotel by Mercure is a sophisticated 4-star pick for couples looking to stay right in heart of Leicester city centre, with stylish modern interiors set inside a Grade II-listed Victorian building on Granby Street. Complimentary bathrobes and slippers plus the city’s famous Marco’s New York-style Italian Restaurant ensure a comfy and intimate stay.
- Business travellers will find several good chain hotels in Leicester city centre, including the stylish Ramada Encore on Charles Street, which has free Wi-Fi, two meeting rooms and plenty of bars and restaurants right on your doorstep. Perched on Constitution Hill, the ibis Hotel on St Georges Way is a great budget option, offering modern, comfortable rooms and a 24-hour restaurant and is just a 5-minute walk from Leicester Railway Station.
- For sport lovers, a stay at the Holiday Inn Express along Filbert Way is perfectly placed, offering cheap rooms, a bar and grill restaurant, and with free parking right next door to King Power Stadium (home of Leicester City Football Club) and a 5-minute drive from Leicestershire County Cricket Ground.
- Leicester’s main bus and coach station is known as St Margaret’s and is located on Gravel Street north of the city centre. Hotels near Leicester bus station include Hotel Campanile on Bedford street, which offers clean, modern rooms opposite St Matthew’s Way flyover and less than a 10-minute walk from the bus station.
- Cheap accommodation in Leicester is found south of the city centre, close to the University of Leicester campus, and includes the 3-star Croft Hotel inside a former Victorian schoolhouse and the no-frills, 3-star Stonecroft Hotel on Elmfield Avenue.
FAQs when booking a hotel in Leicester
Where is the best to stay in Leicester for food?
If you are looking to enjoy a range of great foods whilst you’re in Leicester then you should stay close to the main High Street, where you’ll find a selection of great restaurants. For instance D19 Sangha Hall is only about a 1min walk to popular food establishments like Ask.
Are there hotels in Leicester where I can cook for myself?
When you’re staying at Leicester hotels you can look for accommodation that offers kitchen facilities, such as a stove and microwave, so that you can cook for yourself. An example of a hotel that offers self-catering facilities is The Gresham Aparthotel, which is also only a 1min walk from the nearest supermarket too, so you’ll be able to find food with ease.
Are there any hotels in Leicester with gym facilities?
The Holiday Inn in St Nicholas Circle, just outside of Leicester city centre’s ring road, offers guests unlimited access to its gym and personal trainers, as well as its pool, sauna, steam room and jacuzzi.
Are there any hotels in Leicester with a swimming pool?
The 4-star Marriott on Smith Way in Enderby, just off Junction 21 of the M1 motorway and opposite Fosse Park Retail Centre, has a lovely indoor pool that is free for guests to use, as well as a sauna and steam room. The 4-star Hilton, just on the opposite side of the road on Junction Approach, also has an indoor pool that is 18 metres long and includes steam and sauna.
Which hotels in Leicester have great facilities for families?
The Belmont Hotel overlooking De Montfort Square, in a leafy area just a 5-minute walk from the train station, is an independent hotel with family-sized rooms that come with an adjoining bunk bedroom for younger children (check out their Richard III and Space Centre-themed rooms). Free extras including children-sized bathrobes and activity packs make this one of Leicester’s most kid-friendly hotels. The Premier Inn on St Georges Way, located in the eastern part of the city centre, also has family rooms, with breakfast free for up to two kids and a restaurant with a kids’ menu.
Are there hotels near the King Richard III Visitor Centre in the Leicester city centre?
The City Rooms are situated slap bang on Hotel Street, with four chic boutique-style bedrooms in a heritage building that is within a 2-minute walk of the visitor centre. Within the same distance is the budget-friendly Castle Park Hotel, a red brick-terraced house tucked away on Millstone Way and offering stylishly designed bedrooms and a free continental breakfast.
What are the best hotels near Leicestershire County Cricket Club?
Hotel Brooklyn Leicester, Campbells Guest House and Holiday Inn Leicester are very popular with users who want to stay within walking distance of Leicestershire County Cricket Club.
How much does a hotel cost in Leicester?
KAYAK users have found double rooms in Leicester for as cheap as £33 in the last 3 days. The average price is £91.
How much is a hotel in Leicester for tonight?
The best deal for a 3-star hotel room in Leicester found by KAYAK users in the last 3 hours was £39, while a 4-star hotel room the lowest price was £65. The cheapest room found overall was for £33.
How much is a hotel in Leicester for this weekend?
The cheapest hotel room in Leicester for the upcoming weekend found on KAYAK in the last 3 days was for £38 per night. For the same dates, 3-star hotel rooms have been found for as low as £38 per night and 4-star hotel rooms from £83 per night.
How do I find a hotel in central Leicester?
After you launch a hotel search on KAYAK, you can refine your research by neighbourhood, which allows you to pick the central Leicester districts. You can also do a search using the city map to choose a specific location, like Leicester city centre
How can I find hotels near me?
Take a look at our extensive hotel map to find the best hotels near you.
Are there Leicester hotels with free parking?
There are many hotels in Leicester that offer both parking and free parking. Popular choices among KAYAK users include Fieldhead Hotel by Greene King Inns, Castle Hotel by Chef & Brewer Collection and OYO Shilton Inn.