Cheap hotels in Nottingham tonight
Updated 3 July 2026 · 36 real hotels
Nottingham offers genuine budget accommodation from around 47€ per night, with options ranging from basic city-centre hotels to self-contained flats with free parking. Staying near the Lace Market or along the main city-centre corridors gives you walkable access to the main sights without paying premium rates. Booking midweek and avoiding major event weekends at the city's arena or football grounds will also keep your nightly rate low.
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Affordable stays in Nottingham: what to expect
Nottingham punches well above its weight for budget travellers. The city centre is compact, meaning even the cheapest properties put you within walking distance of Nottingham Castle, the Lace Market district, the Old Market Square, and the bustling dining scene along Hockley. Entry-level rooms start at roughly 47€ per night, and, crucially, several well-known chain hotels and even a 4-star property appear at or below 63€ per night, so you do not have to sacrifice comfort to keep costs down.
Tips for paying less in Nottingham
Flexibility is your biggest lever. Nottingham hosts large-scale concerts at the Motorpoint Arena and home matches at two professional football clubs, and nightly rates rise noticeably around those events. Searching for Tuesday-to-Thursday stays typically reveals the lowest prices. If you are travelling with a car, a self-contained flat with free on-site parking can undercut a city-centre hotel once you factor in Nottingham's car-park fees. Finally, consider properties just outside the immediate centre, such as those in Gunthorpe along the Trent valley, where nightly rates stay low and the countryside setting is a pleasant contrast to the city bustle.
Our selection in Nottingham
A real selection, real prices, from the most affordable to the showstopper.
| Hotel | Area | Rating | Price / night |
|---|---|---|---|
| Igloo Hybrid - Hostel ★★ | Centre-ville de Nottingham | ★ 4.6 | 73 €/nuit |
| The Bowman by Greene King Inns ★★★ | Hucknall | ★ 4.3 | 79 €/nuit |
| Novotel Nottingham Derby ★★★ | Long Eaton | ★ 4.2 | 79 €/nuit |
| Holiday Inn Mansfield - Alfreton by IHG ★★★★ | South Normanton : à 20,4 km de Nottingham | ★ 4.2 | 80 €/nuit |
| The Continental Hotel, Derby ★★★ | Nottingham : à 23,1 km | ★ 3.6 | 80 €/nuit |
| Holiday Inn Derby Nottingham M1 J25 by IHG ★★★★ | Sandiacre | ★ 4.2 | 80 €/nuit |
| The Jubilee Hotel & Conferences ★★★★ | Lenton | ★ 4.4 | 87 €/nuit |
| Best Western Plus Nottingham Westminster Hotel ★★★★ | Nottingham | ★ 4.1 | 88 €/nuit |
| The Beeches Hotel and Leisure Club ★★★★ | West Bridgford | ★ 4.4 | 91 €/nuit |
| Bennetts Hotel ★★★★ | Long Eaton | ★ 3.7 | 91 €/nuit |
Frequently asked questions
What is the cheapest hotel in Nottingham right now?+
Based on our current selection, the Cotswold Hotel comes in at 47€ per night, making it the lowest entry point. It carries a 2-star rating, so expect functional rather than plush facilities, but it represents a solid base if your priority is keeping accommodation costs minimal.
Which budget Nottingham hotel offers the best guest rating?+
The Studio Self-Contained Flat with free parking and the St James Hotel (BW Premier Collection) both score 4.3 out of 5 in our selection. The flat suits travellers who want kitchen facilities and a car space, while the St James Hotel delivers a 4-star city-centre experience at 61€ per night, which is exceptional value for its category.
Which Nottingham neighbourhoods are most affordable for visitors?+
The Lace Market is a historic quarter right in the centre where the ibis Nottingham Centre is located, offering reliable chain-hotel pricing. The area around Goldsmith Street is another central option where the Premier Inn sits at 60€ per night. For travellers with a car, villages along the River Trent to the east, such as Gunthorpe, offer quieter surroundings at comparable or lower prices, with easy road access back into the city.
When should I book to get the lowest hotel prices in Nottingham?+
Midweek nights (Tuesday to Thursday) generally attract the lowest rates in Nottingham, as weekend leisure demand and occasional event surges push prices up. Booking several weeks in advance and avoiding dates that coincide with concerts at the Motorpoint Arena, international sporting fixtures, or the Robin Hood Beer and Cider Festival will give you the best chance of securing a room at the prices shown in our selection.