Novotel Leicester

4.0 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, a quick walk to Highcross Shopping Centre

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Relax in the spacious lobby, featuring a seating area with sofas and ottomans, floor-to-ceiling windows, and a unique pendant light installation.
Work out in style with a variety of exercise equipment, including treadmills, an elliptical machine, and a bench press.
Experience the sleek, modern design of Novotel's exterior, featuring a glass facade and sheltered walkway to the entrance.
Relax in a stylish space with a bar area and lounge seating, featuring a mix of industrial and modern design elements.
Relax in a serene space with a stunning sunset mural, two comfortable beds, and a bedside table with a lamp and phone.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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2 Great Central Street, Leicester, England, LE1 4JS
  • De Montfort University
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Curve Theatre
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • University of Leicester
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • East Midlands (EMA)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Leicester

Highcross Shopping Centre is within a 5-minute walk of Novotel Leicester while other popular sites like De Montfort University are within a 15-minute stroll. This 4-star hotel has 154 guestrooms and offers conveniences like a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and a gym.

What's nearby

  • De Montfort University - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Curve Theatre - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • King Power Stadium - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • National Space Centre - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • University of Leicester - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Leicester Station - 18 min walk
  • East Midlands Airport (EMA) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The High Cross - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Wygston's House Bar & Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Queen of Bradgate - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Wagamama - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Nespresso Boutique - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Novotel Leicester

Hotel with a restaurant, a quick walk to Highcross Shopping Centre
Guests of Novotel Leicester enjoy a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and a business center. Self parking is offered for GBP 10.00 per night. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with concierge services, securing valuables, and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include a terrace, a porter/bellhop, and a water dispenser.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 55-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include safes, phones, and ironing boards. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Uncovered self parking on site (GBP 10 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; GBP 18.95 for adults and GBP 18.95 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • NineB Restaurant & Bar

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop

Business services

  • 4 meeting rooms
  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 10 floors
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 2019
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 AM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 18.95 for adults and GBP 18.95 for children
  • Uncovered self parking fee: GBP 10.00 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply), along with a car charging station.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Novotel Leicester Hotel
Novotel Leicester Leicester
Novotel Leicester Hotel Leicester
Novotel Leicester (Opening March 2020)

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Novotel Leicester?

Novotel Leicester offers free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Novotel Leicester?

As of Aug 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Novotel Leicester on Aug 25, 2025 start from $79.44, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to do near Novotel Leicester?

This hotel is located in Leicester, just steps from Belvoir Castle and Highcross Shopping Centre, and within a short walk of Leicester Cathedral. You'll also find Leicester Town Hall and Curve Theatre less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Novotel Leicester?

Yes, uncovered parking is offered for GBP 10.00 per night. Accessible parking and electric car charging are also available for guests.

Does Novotel Leicester feature a casino on the premises?

No, Novotel Leicester doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Novotel Leicester?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Novotel Leicester good for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including a bar, a restaurant, and private dining.

Are there hot tubs at Novotel Leicester?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Novotel Leicester have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Novotel Leicester serves an English breakfast for a surcharge each morning at NineB Restaurant & Bar.

Does Novotel Leicester allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Novotel Leicester though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Novotel Leicester?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

What is the closest airport to Novotel Leicester?

The closest major airport to Novotel Leicester is East Midlands Airport (EMA), which is 19.3 mi away (38 minutes by car). Another top airport is Nottingham (NQT), which is located 25.2 mi away (42-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Novotel Leicester?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Novotel Leicester.

Novotel Leicester Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 597 out of 846 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 151 out of 846 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 55 out of 846 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 846 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 846 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sian

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shaheed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shaheed

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent hotel

Excellent hotel, great staff and very close by parking available
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Emmanuela, London

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nivan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is welcoming and very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Bad night sleep, wont ayat again!

Building site next to the hotel. Work starts at 730am, although there was noise from 5am Tip for the hotel…….ask your guests on departure how their stay was? Its a shame as the hotel is somewhere i have stayed many times, but i wont be staying again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Amit

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was good, but staff welcome was average.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mohammad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Drop luggage off at front of hotel because car park a few mins walk.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maryam

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aldrin

Liked: Cleanliness
Good stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Haroon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Omalia

Traveled with group, Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

K

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent as always

My favourite Leicester hotel, staff friendly and all areas exceptionally clean. Bar and lobby area is very modern but retains a cosy feel, a great space to do some work in at the of the day, the rooms are spacious with city views and plenty storage and amazing bathrooms. Parking is easy and nearby to the hotel, making the trip hassle free.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

M

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nizamul

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Went by 2am had a flight but will use again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay. Very helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful hotel, great staff and lovely room. A particular compliment to the staff at NineB restaurant, the people working there are superb and the food and prices were great. Would definitely return.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025