Hotels in Nottingham, the United Kingdom

Best places to stay in Nottingham

With its origins dating back to 600 AD, Nottingham is not just a place in the legendary tales of Robin Hood, his Merry Men and Sherwood Forest. The city offers world-class live performances and spectator sports, a slew of local festivals and events, a cutting-edge art scene, and plenty of other activities and attractions. The city is also the birthplace of the famous HP sauce, and has served as an inspiring home to many literary greats such as Lord Byron, and D. H. Lawrence.

Nottingham City Centre

The hub of the city’s administrative offices, city council, and various courts, as well as the main train station and bus station, this area does not feature too many accommodation options but has plenty of eateries and cafés. Stay at The Bentinck Hotel, which offers simple, comfortable rooms, and is a 2-minute walk from the bus and train stations.

Standard Hill

Standard Hill is the area where you will find the hill-top Nottingham Castle as well as UK’s oldest pub, Ye Olde Trip to Jerusalem. Stay at the most peculiarly decorated St. James Hotel which features a strange yet stylish décor, and is located right next to the castle and the pub.

Lace Market / Hockley

Also called the ‘Creative Quarter’ of Nottingham, the Lace Market area features several fine dining options, and attracts a slightly mature audience. Close by, you have the Hockley area, also called the ‘Bohemian Quarter’. This posh neighbourhood with upmarket eateries is home to various alternative shops for fashion, music, and furnishings. Stay in the unique and colourful rooms of the Lace Market Hotel set inside a lavish Georgian townhouse. It is only a 2-minute walk to the main shopping centre, cafés, and bars. Or enjoy contemporary, boutique accommodation at the Mercure Nottingham City Centre Hotel which features fine Georgian architecture and luxuriously furnished rooms.

Trinity Square / The Cornerhouse

The Trinity Square area boasts of eclectic restaurants, cafés, and bars. The lion statues in the area are a popular meet up spot for locals and tourists alike. Consider the Hilton Nottingham hotel, located in a redbrick Victorian building on Milton Street, just a 4-minute walk from the Theatre Royal.

Chapel Bar

The Chapel Bar area is Nottingham’s financial district and has a number of trendy restaurants and cafés. Enjoy cosy rooms and a comfortable stay at the Park Plaza hotel on Maid Marian Way. Or stay at the Hart’s Hotel & Restaurant and enjoy modern upscale rooms, stunning gardens, and splendid city views.

Nottingham outskirts

There are several Victorian country houses and Bed and Breakfast options if you wish to stay within close proximity of the city and still enjoy tranquil, countryside accommodation. Stay in ornately decorated rooms at Colwick Hall hotel, the ancestral home of Lord Byron. This plush Georgian country house hotel is located next to the Nottingham Racecourse, just 5-kilometres from Nottingham City Centre.

Cheap hotels in Nottingham

There are several cheap accommodation options in Nottingham. For top quality, centrally located dorm rooms, try the quirky and colourful, Igloo Hybrid hostel at Eldon Chambers. On Derby Street, within easy walking distance of eating, shopping and nightlife, you have The Strathdon Hotel, Nottingham, which offers basic rooms at budget prices. You can also look at simple 1 or 2 bedroom serviced apartments of 16 Pilcher Gate, located in the historic Lace Market district. Near Chapel Bar area, stay at the Premier Inn Nottingham City Centre (Chapel Bar) hotel, within walking distance of several popular sites. Close to Nottingham Castle, you can enjoy the comfortable rooms of Britannia Nottingham Hotel.