by The area of Leicester has taken a beating in 2020, with bad press for multiple reasons. However, Leicester and Leicestershire is not only my home. But is home to some of the most breathtaking locations, amazing history and historical landmarks and fabulous hotels and places to stay.
If you want to visit Leicestershire, this list of 5 fabulous Hotels is for you…
1. SKETCHLEY GRANGE HOTEL, BURBAGE, HINCKLEY
Recommended because it has my heart and memories.
Almost unrecognisable as the hotel I started my career in. What was then a small 3 star hotel with no gym, became almost over night a 4 Star Luxury Hotel with Health Club and extra rooms. Since then the Hotel has gone through further changes with an extension and an additional banquet space.
The hotel has something for everyone, suitable for business, romantics breaks, spa breaks, fine dining, it literally has everything. Rooms of all shapes, sizes and types including standard doubles to brand new suites.
And lets not forget the iconic Romans Health Club with that swimming pool, yes, you can see it above. I love this hotel and you undoubtedly will too.
The Historic Battlefield in Market Bosworth is a short drive from the hotel too, so you can take in some touristy bits while you stay over.
2. THE SNUG, HOTHORPE HALL, THEDDINGWORTH
Recommended because it’s tucked away in 13 acres of beautiful woodland
If you want an older historical, heritage house stay, then Book Hothorpe Hall itself.
But for me and my recommendation, it’s all about the woodland lodges called The Snug. These five self catering snugs offer couples or families two bedrooms with ensuite showers, two sofas and a central well packed kitchen. With ample space outside to BBQ.
Located a short drive from Foxton Locks, and Home of Stilton & Pork Pie aka Melton Mowbray, as well as some wonderful smaller villages, like Welford.
Oh and if that’s not unique enough for you – go ahead book the Tree House !!
Book direct for the best offers
3. CHAMPNEYS SPRINGS, ASHBY DE-LA-ZOUCH
Recommended because its the innovator of what Spa Breaks are…
Synonymous for Spa Breaks and luxury treatments. Don’t let the DE postcode fool you, Champney Springs is most definitely a fabulous place to visit or stay, most definitely in Leicestershire.
Off the beaten track, a stones through from the red brick legends of Ibstock, near the family favourite of CONKERS, and Twycross Zoo is just as close too. Positioned south of the town Ashby De-La-Zouch itself, famed for a name you can’t forget and its ruined fortification castle.
Champneys Luxury Health & Spa Club has 31 acres of beautiful open parkland, a few lakes, more facilities than could ever be posted here and a full size football pitch to boot.
4. THE MANOR HOUSE AT QUORN, LOUGHBOROUGH
Recommended because the quirky bedrooms are as good as the food
Dare to say this is a pub with rooms. But let’s be honest it is actually, a very good Gastro pub with Luxury Boutique bedrooms. And Food that will be liked on Instagram for years.
Quorn, just outside Loughborough, has more pubs and hotels that some cities, but this is the pick of the bunch.
Don’t just take my word for it…
5. KILWORTH HOUSE, LUTTERWORTH
Recommended because it goes beyond just a place to say
Yes its a place to stay, Yes its a stunningly restored Victorian family home, Yes it’s a luxury Hotel.
So why is the picture of a Theatre.
The theatre is rated as the number 1 attraction on trip advisor for Leicestershire. They put on sell out theatre shows, you would think should be performed in the West End.
It goes beyond a place to stay. With it’s 2 rosettes, multiple restaurants and an afternoon tea, that is out of this world.
THIS is a fabulous hotel in Leicestershire, to stay over or visit and much much more …
Disclaimer: Please note some and or all services during Covid 19, may or may not be available.
Please check with the hotel website before booking to prevent disappointment
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*SECERET* POPLARS FARM, MELTON MOWBRAY
Recommended because it’s a treat like no other
You made it this far… 😉 Just to clarify this is a special nod to a working farm near Melton Mowbray that offers fantastic and quirky accommodation, including the beautiful barn and a few well specced out tipi’s with beds in for those looking to go glamping.
The BIG Barn is huge and offers 4 King size beds, this place is the best off the grid option in Leicestershire, you can book it now, directly, via this link < Poplars Farms >
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I’ve been to quite a bit of the UK but never Leicestershire! So thank you for these recommendations. They look like some wonderful places to stay!
These are some beautiful places to stay. I cannot wait to start traveling again. I miss it so much.
Brooke
I dare say hotels are probably the best places for social distancing… They are often under utilised and right now will be heaven
I’ve actually never been to Leicestershire, but these places sound like lovely places to stay if I do visit one day. Thanks for sharing 🙂
I didn’t even list a further 5 or 6 stunning tourist hot spots… Imagine how amIzng Leicestershire is 😉
Wow love the pool and white arches, the farm place looks fabulous..
Both pools are loveable 😍
The Farm really is worth checking out …
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I’ve visited Leicestershire quite a few times but have never stayed the night. You’ve mentioned some absolutely stunning places to stay. I’d definitely going to look more into staying at some of these.
Glad I can potentially inspire you and your next visit 🤘🏼
Great post, will definitely keep these list of recommendations for when I travel.
When I return to live in the UK I’ll have to do a mini-break in Leicestershire it seems! I love the look of the Poplars Farm. Super cosy!
Molly
You read all the way… And OMG I love poplars farm it’s stunning
Fabulous sounding hotels! Should I get that part to of the world, I hope to check at least one out. Great post!
My man used to go to Leicestershire a lot when he did his apprenticeship so we go back up every so often for a little break. I really would love a little staycation and some days off work and lots of these places look great! Get me to Poplar’s Farm ASAP!
Rosie
Poplars Farm is so popular… I hope they get extra bookings directly from this … 😊
These all look great but I love the Poplars Farm in Melton Mowbray the best. It does look so quirky and unusual 🙂
Yes Jade
You saw the extra special nod and yes Poplars Farm is sensational
Really interesting post, its not somewhere we would have considered but we love the sound of some of the hotels! That theatre looks great too, thanks for sharing!
They say Yorkshire is god’s own country..
Leicestershire is truly magnificent and surrounded by some a absolute treasure’s
Chapneys Springs looks totally awesome! Defenitely on my list 🙂
Wow I love the Snug and Poplars Farm! I’ve been wanting to discover unique getaways like these that are within driving distance for a short weekend away.
Really good places to stay, they are really beautiful.
Great article.
Champneys Springs is one of my favourites. It’s so peaceful. I went with a friend for a girly day away and will definitely be going again in the future. Also recently visited Ashby De La Zouch Castle not far from here, a few weeks ago. Well worth a little visit 🙂
I live in Leicestershire, so don’t really need to visit hotels here, but wow, they look amazing and I’m considering checking two of them lol 😀