Looking for a hotel near Motorpoint Arena Nottingham means weighing walking distance, parking costs, and tram access — three factors that can make or break your event night. Based on venue data, review platforms, and transport operator details, we compared the closest options from budget chains to four-star stays, with prices starting from around £30 on off-peak dates (Premier Inn).
Last checked: 2026-06-27
Venue Type: Multi-purpose entertainment arena · Location: Nottingham city centre · Public Transport: Tram stop and train station nearby · Hotel Range: Budget to premium within walking distance
How we researched this
Last checked: 2026-06-27.
Sources reviewed: official venue website, Booking.com listing, TripAdvisor reviews, Hotels.com listing, LateRooms listing, Travelocity listing, Expedia listing, NET (Nottingham Express Transit) transport operator site, Kayak listing, Agoda listing, Trip.com listing, ConcertHotels listing, Reddit community posts.
No on-site inspection of hotels, no staff interviews, and no independent price verification were conducted; prices cited are from published listings and may vary by booking date and demand.
Motorpoint Arena Nottingham at a glance
- Postcode NG1 1LA, adjacent to the National Ice Centre in Nottingham city centre (Motorpoint Arena Nottingham)
- 5-minute walk from Lace Market tram stop; trams run every 7 minutes until midnight (Motorpoint Arena Nottingham)
- 7 NET park-and-ride sites offer approximately 5,000 spaces total (Motorpoint Arena Nottingham)
- Mercure Nottingham City Centre George Hotel is promoted as the closest hotel to the arena (Motorpoint Arena Nottingham)
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Venue type | Multi-purpose entertainment arena |
| Location | Nottingham city centre, postcode NG1 1LA |
| Closest hotel | Mercure Nottingham City Centre George Hotel (arena official partner) |
| Nearest tram stop | Lace Market (5 min walk) |
| Walking distance range to arena | 0.2–0.4 miles for most central hotels |
| On-site parking available at | Mercure Nottingham Sherwood, Park Plaza, Crowne Plaza, Roomzzz (limited) |
| NET park-and-ride total spaces | Approx. 5,000 across 7 sites |
| Lowest published starting price | £35–£38 per night (off-peak advance rates) |
| Top requested amenity | Parking |
| Most frequent chain queries | Premier Inn and Travelodge |
- Lowest starting price: From £30 (Tripadvisor aggregated)
- Most requested extra amenity: Parking
- Top hotel chain queries: Premier Inn and Travelodge
Where to stay near Motorpoint Arena, Nottingham?
The area around the arena is dense with hotels, from budget chain options you can book without fuss to boutique stays in the Lace Market district. The official venue site lists seven partner hotels including Mercure Nottingham City Centre George Hotel, Mercure Nottingham Sherwood, Leonardo Hotel Nottingham, Crowne Plaza Nottingham, Village Hotel Club, Roomzzz Nottingham, and Park Plaza — a mix of 3- and 4-star properties.
According to Tripadvisor’s closest-hotels list, Lace Market Hotel, Mercure Nottingham City Centre George Hotel, ibis Nottingham Centre, and Premier Inn Nottingham Arena (London Road) Hotel all sit at roughly 0.2–0.3 miles from the venue — a 4–6 minute walk for most people.
Budget hotels near Motorpoint Arena
Premier Inn Nottingham Arena (London Road) Hotel is branded specifically for arena visitors and measured at about 0.2 miles from the venue on Tripadvisor. Its parent company offers rates from around £35 per night on advance bookings for its UK Motorpoint arena properties (Premier Inn). ibis Nottingham Centre, described by LateRooms as about a 10-minute walk from the arena, offers a central budget alternative with no on-site parking but established brand standards.
LateRooms lists deals starting from £38 per night for certain dates near the arena, suggesting that off-peak or last-minute bookings can fall below the £40 mark.
The bottom line: budget travellers who prioritise walking distance over extras like parking will find Premier Inn and ibis deliver reliable, low-frills stays within 10 minutes of the venue.
Luxury hotels near Motorpoint Arena
For those who prefer more amenities, the arena’s partner page highlights several 4-star options. Mercure Nottingham Sherwood offers complimentary car parking, a pool, jacuzzi, and sauna, plus a complimentary taxi to the arena and 25% food and beverage discount when quoting the arena booking code (Motorpoint Arena Nottingham). Crowne Plaza Nottingham is described as a 4-star central hotel with on-site parking and walkable access to the venue. Park Plaza Nottingham also has on-site parking and positions guests within walking distance of both the arena and the city centre business district.
Travelocity’s listing shows Hilton Nottingham at about 0.38 miles from the arena — roughly 7–9 minutes on foot (Travelocity).
The trade-off: luxury options offer parking, spa access, and event-specific discounts but cost significantly more than budget chains, especially on event nights when demand spikes.
Hotels with parking near Motorpoint Arena
Parking near the arena is the most requested amenity. While central hotels with on-site parking exist, they are the exception rather than the rule. The arena’s official partners that advertise parking include Mercure Nottingham Sherwood (complimentary), Park Plaza (on-site, paid), Crowne Plaza (on-site, paid), and Roomzzz Nottingham City (limited, approximately £10 per night according to the arena’s partner page). Trip.com also lists DoubleTree by Hilton Nottingham–Gateway among hotels with parking facilities.
Agoda’s guide groups “convenient hotels with parking” separately, noting visitors can choose between central car parks with higher fees and hotels along public-transport corridors that trade longer journeys for easier, cheaper parking.
What this means: if you’re driving, a hotel with on-site parking — even at a premium — may save £15–£20 and an hour of queuing at city car parks after events.
Pro tip
Reddit users on the Nottingham subreddit warn that the Stoney Street car park near the arena can charge around £20 and involve roughly an hour of queuing to exit after big events. Alternatives suggested include the train station car park (about £3 for the evening) or Fletcher Gate (around £7), both requiring a 5–10 minute walk (Reddit r/nottingham).
Can you get the tram to Motorpoint Arena, Nottingham?
Yes. The Lace Market tram stop on the Nottingham Express Transit (NET) network is about a 5-minute walk from the arena. Trams run approximately every 7 minutes until around midnight (Motorpoint Arena Nottingham). Two tram lines — the Hucknall line and the Toton line — pass through Lace Market, making it accessible from both the northern and southern suburbs.
For drivers, the seven NET park-and-ride sites offer about 5,000 spaces combined. You can park at any of them (fees apply; buy tickets from machines or the NET app), ride the tram to Lace Market, and walk to the arena. This is generally cheaper and less stressful than central parking.
The implication: tram access makes hotels further out — including those near park-and-ride sites or along the NET lines — viable options for arena visitors who don’t mind a short ride.
Which tram lines serve the arena?
Both the Hucknall–Toton Lane and the Phoenix Park–Clifton South lines stop at Lace Market. This means visitors from virtually any direction can reach the arena without changing trams.
How much is a tram ticket?
NET operates a zone-based fare system. A single adult ticket within the city zone (covering the arena) costs roughly £2.50–£3.00 at time of writing, with day tickets available for around £4.00–£4.50. Tickets can be purchased from machines at stops or via the NET mobile app.
How far is Motorpoint Arena from the train station?
Nottingham Station is the city’s main railway station, served by East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, and Northern services. The arena is within walking distance — roughly 0.6 miles, taking 10–15 minutes on foot depending on pace. Alternatively, you can take the tram one stop from Nottingham Station to Lace Market, which runs frequently and takes about 2 minutes.
Travelocity’s hotel distance list shows Leonardo Hotel Nottingham at about 0.33 miles from the arena and Hilton Nottingham at 0.38 miles, both of which are near the station and the arena simultaneously (Travelocity).
The bottom line: visitors arriving by train can walk to most central hotels in under 10 minutes, or tram to the arena directly for a one-stop ride.
Heads up
If you’re planning to drive directly to the arena on a sold-out event night, expect city-centre car parks — especially Stoney Street — to be congested and expensive. The NET park‑and‑ride system or a hotel with on-site parking are usually more practical choices.
What’s near Motorpoint Arena, Nottingham?
The arena sits in the Lace Market district, one of Nottingham’s most historic neighbourhoods, known for its Victorian industrial architecture, independent boutiques, and a concentration of restaurants and bars. High Pavement, where Lace Market Hotel is located, is a conservation area with cobbled streets and listed buildings.
Other nearby landmarks include Nottingham Castle (about a 15-minute walk uphill), the Galleries of Justice Museum (on High Pavement, adjacent to the arena), and the Broadmarsh Shopping Centre area (currently being redeveloped but with retail still operating). Restaurants range from casual chains on Angel Row to fine dining in the Lace Market itself.
The pattern: the area immediately around the arena offers enough dining and drinking options to make a pre-event meal or post-event drink convenient without needing to travel further into the city centre.
| Hotel name | Price starting from | Parking available | Tram access | Notable feature |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Premier Inn Nottingham Arena (London Road) | From £35 (advance) | No (paid public car parks nearby) | Lace Market stop, 5 min walk | 0.2 miles — branded specifically for arena visitors |
| Travelodge (area properties) | From £30–£40 (off-peak) | Limited (check individual site) | Central stops within walking distance | Multiple Nottingham locations |
| Lace Market Hotel | From £80+ (mid-range) | No on-site | High Pavement, 3 min to Lace Market stop | Boutique setting in historic Lace Market district |
| Claremont Hotel | From £50–£70 (budget–mid) | Limited | Close to city centre stops | Independent guest house near university |
| Mama’s Inn Boutique Guest House | From £60–£80 | No (street parking) | Near city centre tram stops | Boutique B&B with restaurant |
| Luxury 3 Bed Apartment (gated parking) | From £120+ (per night) | Yes, gated | Short walk to tram | Self-catering, ideal for families or groups |
| Mercure Nottingham City Centre George Hotel | From £80–£120 | No on-site (parking nearby) | Lace Market stop, under 5 min walk | Promoted as closest hotel to arena by official site |
What’s the best hotel near Motorpoint Arena for different travellers?
No single hotel suits everyone. Here’s how the options break down by traveller type:
Budget travellers
Premier Inn Nottingham Arena (London Road) and ibis Nottingham Centre are the most straightforward choices. Both are within 10 minutes’ walk, no-frills, and available at sub-£50 rates on many nights. Premier Inn is closer (0.2 miles) but ibis is slightly cheaper on average.
Business visitors
Leonardo Hotel Nottingham (0.33 miles) and Hilton Nottingham (0.38 miles) offer consistent 4-star standards, meeting rooms, and proximity to both the station and the arena. Leonardo is listed at about 0.33 miles on Travelocity, making it a practical option for fast walks between meetings and events.
Families
Roomzzz Nottingham City (16-minute walk) offers apartment-style rooms with kitchenettes and limited parking at about £10 per night. The Luxury 3 Bed Apartment with gated parking is a better fit for larger groups needing dedicated parking and more space. Mercure Nottingham Sherwood has leisure facilities including a pool and sauna, which appeals to families.
Couples seeking luxury
Crowne Plaza Nottingham and Park Plaza Nottingham provide 4-star rooms, on-site dining, and full-service amenities. Mercure Nottingham City Centre George Hotel, promoted as the closest hotel by the arena, combines proximity with a historic Lace Market setting.
Our pick: Best all-rounder
For budget-conscious concert-goers: Premier Inn Nottingham Arena (London Road) provides the best combination of proximity (0.2 miles), brand reliability, and starting price (£35 advance).
For business travellers needing parking: Mercure Nottingham Sherwood offers complimentary car parking, leisure facilities, and the arena’s event package with a complimentary taxi to the venue.
For luxury seekers: Park Plaza Nottingham or Crowne Plaza Nottingham deliver 4-star rooms with on-site parking and walkable access.
For families attending events: Roomzzz Nottingham City or the Luxury 3 Bed Apartment with gated parking provide extra space and kitchen facilities, though both involve a longer walk or tram ride.
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Frequently asked questions
How do you pay for the Nottingham trams?
You can buy tickets from machines at every tram stop — they accept coins, cards, and contactless payment. The NET mobile app also allows ticket purchase and validation. A single adult city-zone ticket costs approximately £2.50–£3.00.
What is the cheapest hotel near Motorpoint Arena?
Based on published rates, Premier Inn Nottingham Arena (London Road) and ibis Nottingham Centre offer the lowest starting prices, with rates from £30–£38 per night on off-peak or advance-purchase dates, according to LateRooms and Premier Inn’s pricing pages.
Which hotels near Motorpoint Arena offer parking?
On-site parking is confirmed at Mercure Nottingham Sherwood (complimentary), Park Plaza Nottingham (paid), Crowne Plaza Nottingham (paid), and Roomzzz Nottingham City (limited, approximately £10 per night). DoubleTree by Hilton Nottingham–Gateway also lists parking facilities (Trip.com).
Is there a Premier Inn or Travelodge close to the arena?
Yes. Premier Inn Nottingham Arena (London Road) Hotel is one of the closest hotels at about 0.2 miles from the venue. Travelodge has Nottingham Central and Nottingham City Centre properties, both within 10–15 minutes’ walk.
What luxury hotels are near Motorpoint Arena?
Crowne Plaza Nottingham, Park Plaza Nottingham, and Mercure Nottingham Sherwood are all 4-star properties listed on the arena’s official hotel partner page. Hilton Nottingham (0.38 miles) is another consistent 4-star option.
How far is Motorpoint Arena from Nottingham city centre?
The arena is within the city centre — specifically in the Lace Market district. Most central attractions, restaurants, and shops are within a 5–15 minute walk. Nottingham Station is about 0.6 miles (10–15 minutes on foot).