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Amenities and hotels in Nottingham

24 June 2024

Join us as we uncover the charm of our hotels and the delightful amenities we offer to ensure a memorable stay for every guest.

Amenities and Hotels in Nottingham

Here’s our guide to our hotels in Nottingham, where comfort meets convenience in every corner. Our hotels offer guests a warm and welcoming atmosphere alongside essential amenities in peaceful University campus setting.

We have two hotels, The Orchard and The Jubilee Hotel, both built with sustainability in mind and located on the University of Nottingham’s campuses. Join us as we uncover the charm of our hotels and the delightful amenities we offer to ensure a memorable stay for every guest.

Embracing the Nottingham Venues Spirit

Each property has a welcoming ambience and friendly personalised service that creates a home away from home for everyone. Learn about the distinct features that set Nottingham Venues’ hotels apart, from our convenient locations to our commitment to guest satisfaction and sustainability.

Nestling in the green embrace of the University of Nottingham, The Orchard and The Jubilee Hotel stand a cosy retreats for travellers seeking a blend of comfort, convenience and a touch of sustainable living. Each hotel, designed with an eye towards environmental responsibility, offers a warm welcome to all guests, promising stays that are as relaxing as they are kind to the planet.

Comfortable Accommodations

Experience comfort like never before in our array of room options. From family-friendly spaces at the Jubilee to our brand-new suite at the Orchard Hotel, every room is a haven of peace designed to provide a restful stay.

Discover the thoughtfully appointed amenities that a good night’s stay, including comfortable mattresses, spacious bathrooms and in-room conveniences like coffee machines, TVs and mirrors.

Both hotels in Nottingham were built sustainably with eco products and messaging throughout the hotels. We put sustainability at the forefront of everything we do, which guests easily recognise. Their construction, rooted in eco-conscious principles, showcases how luxury and environmental stewardship can coexist beautifully. Guests are invited to join our journey towards a greener tomorrow, experiencing first-hand how thoughtful practices can enhance the quality of their stay.

Convenient Dining Options

Indulge in Bramleys Restaurant situated at the Orchard Hotel. Opt for our classics like burgers, pizzas, fish & chips or something like roast cod loin or steak. Here, the focus is on freshness and flavour, with a menu that caters to a variety of dietary preferences, ensuring that every guest 2finds something to savour and enjoy.

Enjoy 200 degrees coffee and a spot of lunch by the lake at our Spokes Café at the Jubilee Hotel. Whether you’re enjoying food-to-go or dining in, everything is made fresh to order with a choice of sandwiches, salads and noodles. We have something that caters to everyone’s taste and dietary preferences.

Relaxation and Recreation

Our green, award-winning university grounds are not just for show. They’re there for you to explore and enjoy, whether it’s a morning jog, a leisurely walk to spot some wildlife, or finding that perfect spot for a bit of quiet. Explore the Green Flag-awarded university grounds by going for a campus walk, and discover the hidden gardens and wildlife along the way.

Take a dip in the pool at David Ross Sports Village, work out at our gyms, or simply lounge in a comfortable seating area. Discover opportunities for relaxation and leisure that enhance your stay without breaking the bank.

Practical Amenities for Every Guest

All our venues prioritise guest comfort and convenience with complimentary Wi-Fi, meeting rooms, laundry services and transportation assistance. Experience peace of mind knowing that everything you need for a pleasant stay is readily available at your fingertips.

Connecting and Collaborating in Our Spaces

Need to get some work done or planning a meeting? Our meeting rooms are ready to impress with all the technology you’ll need.

Our meeting rooms and collaborative spaces are designed to inspire creativity and productivity. Equipped with the latest technology and flexible seating arrangements, they provide the perfect setting for business meetings, workshops, and networking events. Our team is on hand to ensure your event runs smoothly, offering bespoke catering and technical support.

Whether you’re travelling for business or leisure, our hotels in Nottingham offer a welcoming haven where comfort and convenience meet. From cosy accommodations to practical amenities, every aspect of your stay is designed to make you feel at ease.

Visiting our Sustainable Hotels in Nottingham

We understand the vital role businesses play in environmental stewardship. That’s why our hotels have been thoughtfully built with sustainability in mind. Having eco-friendly hotels operating in 330 acres of green space makes sense to us, and although we’ve come a long way, we’re always keen to drive more initiatives in order to play our part. This is why we have our own ‘Green team’ with representatives across the business who are working on accreditations and action plans to get us where we want to be.

We’re also proud that The Orchard Hotel is rated BREEAM excellent. BREEAM is a third-party certification for the built environment, recognising buildings – including hotels – that have achieved a high level of sustainability performance.

You can read all about our sustainability practices here.

We also encourage our visitors to get involved in our eco-conscious efforts, with a number of initiatives to help reduce their carbon footprint.

Hotels in Nottingham with Thoughtful Architecture

If you’re looking for somewhere a little different, let us recommend the Hugh Stewart Manor House – a gorgeous Grade II gothic building with 4 deluxe bedrooms. We believe this grandeur building, nestled in woodland surrounding, is a real hidden gem in Nottingham.

The building was erected in 1804 and was known as Lenton Hall in the early 19th Century. At one point in history, Sir Jesse Boot – who transformed The Boots Company into a national retailer – owned Lenton Estate, which encompassed Lenton Hall. For a while, he rented the premises out, before helping to convert the hall into a hostel for 50 male students.

Hugh Stewart Manor House is also home to two meeting room spaces, a library room and lavish drawing room, providing the perfect backdrop for personal or business events.

Leisure and Fitness Hotels in Nottingham

The Orchard Hotel has a small well-equipped gym on the ground floor. Our hotel guests also have free access to our state-of-the-art, purpose built, £40 million David Ross Sports Village, which is directly opposite The Orchard Hotel.

Guests should bring their room key to reception in order to gain entry to the 25-metre swimming pool or gym. A number of other activities can be booked and paid for before arrival by clicking here.

The sports venue is open from 6:30am-10:30pm seven days a week and 8:15am-16:00pm on bank holidays.

Eco-friendly Transportation Options in Nottingham

Of course, visitors are always welcome to drive to our venues, with on-site parking available and 8 electric charging points at The Orchard Hotel. We also work with a local trusted taxi service to help you get to where you need to go (Nottingham is a great city to explore!), though with our environmental commitments we do advocate car-sharing where possible.

Even better still, Nottingham has a fantastic public transport network. Located just 3 miles from Nottingham’s vibrant city centre, you can hop on either a tram (just outside the university campus) or the Orange Line 34 bus, which stops on campus.

Nottingham Venues: Ideal for Weddings and Special Events

Our motto ‘one destination, endless possibilities’ rings true; our venues are not just great for meetings, conferences, training days and workshops, they’re also a fantastic location to celebrate your big day!

When booking a wedding with Nottingham Venues, you have two options to choose from – our conference centre (for larger weddings) or our historic Trend Building (for smaller events).

East Midlands Conference Centre can be hired exclusively for your day, giving you the ability to host over 500 guests. Its neutral colour palette also means that you can design your wedding the way you want it, without the decor clashing with your theme.

After guests have danced the night away they can head next door to The Orchard Hotel where we have 202 bedrooms. For the Bride and Groom, we would recommend our Hugh Stewart Manor House – a gothic gem with 4 deluxe bedrooms.

Our Trent Building is a great option for smaller weddings or gatherings for up to 200, with a stunning terrace leading down to our picturesque boating lake.

If you choose Nottingham Venues for your wedding, you will have a dedicated event coordinator to help you every step of the way. We’ve been doing this for more than 25 years and have experience in organising cultural and multicultural weddings, so you can be assured that your day is going to be every bit as special as you imagined.

Business Traveller Essentials: Accommodating Nottingham Professionals

Our hotels provide a tranquil environment for business professionals to stay – outside of the hustle and bustle of the centre of Nottingham, but not too far to travel for meetings in the city.

Nottingham Venues is also the perfect location for meetings, conferences and events. In The Orchard Hotel there are 7 meeting rooms of various sizes. The Worcester Suite and Discovery Suite (which can host 50 and 40 guests respectively) share an outdoor space, giving organisers the option to have their meetings outside during summer months.

Our dedicated conference space, East Midlands Conference Centre, is located next to The Orchard Hotel. The venue has capacity for up to 1,000 delegates, featuring 2000m2 of exhibition space and can cater for up to 588 attendees.

In addition, The Jubilee Hotel has an auditorium and 18 versatile event spaces.

We also offer a range of catering options to suit your needs. To find out more, contact our friendly team on 0115 876 0900.

Top Attractions Near Our Nottingham Hotels

For those wanting to explore further afield, there’s no shortage of things to see and do. Nottingham Castle and the National Justice Museum and the City of Caves are absolute musts for lovers of history. At the castle, you can learn all about early Nottingham, its pioneering role in lace and its famous outlaw, Robin Hood. The independent National Justice Museum is just a few minutes walk away, where you’ll learn all about crime, punishment and social justice – or you can choose to experience the underground wonders of the city’s caves.

A short distance away from the city centre – and accessible by bus – is Wollaton Hall and Deer Park. The Grade I listed Elizabethan hall sits in 500 acres of parkland, and was the location chosen by Warner Bros as the set of Wayne Manor in the Batman film The Dark Knight Rises.

Nottingham Contemporary is also worth a visit if you’re looking to soak up art and culture. It’s one of the largest contemporary art galleries in the country, presenting free exhibitions, special events and family activities.

If you’re looking for live theatre or music performances then you’ll definitely want to check out Motorpoint ArenaTheatre Royal and Concert Hall and Rock City.

Sport more your thing? You’ll be spoilt for choice, with the city home to Nottingham Forest, Notts County, Nottingham Panthers, Nottingham Rugby and Nottinghamshire County Cricket Club.

Activities Near Our Hotels in Nottingham

The University of Nottingham campus, where our venues are located, is home to Highfields Boating Lakeadventure golf and foot golf. It also boasts one of the largest university-based art centres in the UK, with more than 200,000 people of all ages and abilities engaging annually with Lakeside’s cultural programme.

Head to the city centre and you’ll be treated to more mini golf at Lost City Adventure Golf, with two indoor 18-hole courses.

Ice skating is also on offer at the National Ice Centre, situated close to Nottingham’s historic Lace Market area. It is best known as the training rink for Olympic Gold medal winners Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean in the 1980s, and home to ice hockey team Nottingham Panthers.

If you fancy something more unique, then no visit would be complete without swinging by Nottingham’s indoor axe throwing range, Hatchet Harrys. Or you could test your wits by visiting one of the city’s escape rooms, each featuring unique themes and varying difficulty levels to suit all abilities.