🇬🇧 Grantham, United Kingdom
Premier Inn
📍 Harlaxton Road, Grantham, NG31 7JT
Your stay — Premier Inn
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The Property — Premier Inn
The Grantham Premier Inn is a reliable no-surprises stopover, deliberately unglamorous but spotless. Stand in the lobby and you’re hit by the familiar muted carpet, the whiff of the attached Brewers Fayre, and the quiet confidence of a chain that prioritises a good night’s sleep. It suits drivers needing a clean, affordable base near the A1, or anyone who values predictability over boutique charm. The selling point is consistency — you know the bed is firm, the shower is hot, and breakfast will be on time.
Chroniken von Grantham
Grantham grew from a Saxon market town into a coaching stop on the Great North Road, visible in its narrow medieval streets and the 13th-century St Wulfram’s Church spire that still dominates the skyline. During the Industrial Revolution, it became a railway engineering centre, a legacy fading now but felt in the red-brick workshops. In the 20th century, it gained notoriety as the birthplace of Margaret Thatcher and as the base of the Belvoir Hunt, which still polarises local opinion. Today it’s a practical Lincolnshire market town — unpretentious, with a solid mix of chain shops and independent delis.
Best Time to Visit
Vollständiger Grantham-Guide →Best months
May, June and September — warm without heat, school crowds absent, and the Lincolnshire countryside is green but not parched.
Peak / festival surge
July and August — families flood the area for summer holidays and Belton Park events; prices at Premier Inn rise 20–30% and rooms book up by early spring.
Budget shoulder season
April and October — cooler (8–15°C), far quieter, and you can secure a room for £45–55. The town runs on normal pace, not tourist season.
Weather & packing
Grantham’s climate is reliably damp — even in summer you can get a sudden chilly drizzle off the North Sea. Pack a lightweight waterproof jacket and closed-toe shoes suitable for wet grass; leave the open sandals at home.
Live City Briefing — Grantham
- Grantham’s A1 junction upgrade (phase 2) is ongoing through summer 2026, with night closures around the Gonerby Moor roundabout — check Highways England before driving in.
- Belton House estate just reopened its adventure playground after a year of rewilding work; it’s 2 miles from the Premier Inn and a solid family afternoon.
- Grantham railway station has completed its platform extension for the LNER East Coast route, meaning direct trains to London King’s Cross now take 70 minutes, not 90.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Premier Inn, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the second floor (top floor) at the back of the building, away from Harlaxton Road. These rooms are furthest from the ground-floor reception, restaurant, and car park, so less footfall and vehicle noise.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the lift or reception — you'll hear the lift mechanism, corridor chatter, and early-morning breakfast prep. Also avoid rooms directly above the entrance or the car park entrance.
Best views
There's no notable view — you're on a main road with a car park out front, and a commercial estate behind. Best you can get is a window onto the back garden (if it exists) or a quiet side elevation.
Quietest floors
Second floor (top floor) is quietest because it's above the restaurant and kitchen, and has no foot traffic above. First floor is okay but expect some pipe/general guest noise.
🔊 Noise notes
Harlaxton Road is a busy A-road with HGV traffic, especially in the morning and late afternoon. The car park has no height barrier, so delivery vans and coaches use it. The lift is the only one — expect some mechanical noise. No bar or pub on site, but the restaurant can be busy at breakfast.
Insider tips
1. Park before 5pm if you can — the car park fills up with evening diners. If full, use Welham Street car park (pay by phone, no cash). 2. Request a room on floor 2 when booking, and mention you want a 'quiet room away from the road' — the staff can usually assign a back-facing room.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Premier Inn
Free basic Wi-Fi (up to 8 Mbps, one device); premium ‘Ultimate Wi-Fi’ costs £3 per 24h for one device (up to 12 Mbps, one device) – login via browser, no time limit per session
One lift serves all three floors (ground, first, second); no stairs-only sections
No physical newspapers; free access to PressReader on the hotel's free Wi-Fi landing page (login once per stay)
Check-in from 15:00 (you can drop bags from 12:00 if room not ready); standard check-out by 12:00; late check-out until 14:00 costs £10 (weekday only, must request by 22:00 night before)
Free luggage storage behind reception desk (no ticket system, hand your bag to staff; available 24h if reception is manned, otherwise overnight storage is informal)
Step-free entrance from front carpark; lift to all floors; four accessible rooms on ground floor (roll-in shower, grab rails); no hearing loop or braille signage
Free on-site car park (unreserved, first-come first-served, no height barrier, no EV chargers); nearest public car park is ‘Welham Street Car Park’ (0.3 miles) – £1.50 for 2h or £5.50 for 24h (pay by phone only)
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: No advance deposit required; a £50 per night incidental hold is placed on a debit/credit card at check-in, released on departure
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Bethesda Evangelical Church (586 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: Church of the Epiphany (1.6 km · ~20 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Alexandra Road Play Area — 1.9 km · ~23 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Well Pharmacy — 886 m · ~11 min walk
Grantham — 2.3 km · ~29 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Pound Sterling, GBP
Use high-street banks or post offices for best rates; avoid airport and hotel bureaux which charge poor rates and fees.
Contactless cards accepted almost everywhere; Apple Pay and Google Pay common; some small shops/cafes might have £5 minimum for card.
Restaurants: optional 10-15% if service not included; taxis: round up or add 10%; hotel porters: £1-2 per bag.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee at a café or chain — about £2.50–£3.00.
A meal deal at a supermarket (sandwich, drink, snack) — about £3.50–£4.50.
Main course at a pub or casual restaurant — around £12–£15.
Grantham has a few weekly market stalls and a Wednesday general market; not a street-food town — better to use cafés or budget chains.
Tesco, Sainsbury's, Aldi, and Lidl are common budget supermarkets in NG31.
Grantham town centre has high-street chains like M&S, Primark, and charity shops; market on Wednesday and Saturday sells basics.
Bus day ticket within Grantham town is about £4–£5; from East Midlands Airport, take the Skylink bus to Nottingham, then train to Grantham (cheaper than direct coach).
Book train tickets in advance for cheaper fares; use supermarket meal deals for lunch; check for pub lunch specials (e.g. two-for-one or lunchtime menu).
Good to know — Grantham
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Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Grantham, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Premier Inn
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: pharmacy · Well Pharmacy — 886 m · ~11 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →London Heathrow Airport (LHR) → Red House Guest House, Grantham
💡 For the best rate, look up 'Grantham Airport Transfer' online and choose a fixed-price option. Avoid peak M25 traffic by travelling after 10am.
Grantham Bus Station (St Peter's Hill) → Red House Guest House (stop: Harlaxton Road)
💡 Alight at the Harlaxton Road stop, then walk 3 minutes north. Don't rely on the last bus—after 19:00, a taxi costs £5.
Grantham Railway Station → Red House Guest House (10-minute walk)
💡 For a direct option, walk north along Station Road: it's 0.6 miles and well-lit after dark.
East Midlands Airport (EMA) → Red House Guest House, Grantham
💡 Book 24 hours ahead to secure a fixed fare. The journey bypasses toll roads to keep costs low.
Über Grantham
Wikipedia ↗
Grantham () is a market town and civil parish in the South Kesteven district of Lincolnshire, England. It is situated on the banks of the River Witham and bounded to the west by the A1 road; it lies 23 miles (37 km) south of Lincoln and 22 miles (35 km) east of Nottingham. The population in 2016 was...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Premier Inn?
Request a room on the second floor (top floor) at the back of the building, away from Harlaxton Road. These rooms are furthest from the ground-floor reception, restaurant, and car park, so less footfall and vehicle noise.
Which rooms should I avoid at Premier Inn?
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the lift or reception — you'll hear the lift mechanism, corridor chatter, and early-morning breakfast prep. Also avoid rooms directly above the entrance or the car park entrance.
Is Premier Inn noisy?
Harlaxton Road is a busy A-road with HGV traffic, especially in the morning and late afternoon. The car park has no height barrier, so delivery vans and coaches use it. The lift is the only one — expect some mechanical noise. No bar or pub on site, but the restaurant can be busy at breakfast.
Which rooms have the best views at Premier Inn?
There's no notable view — you're on a main road with a car park out front, and a commercial estate behind. Best you can get is a window onto the back garden (if it exists) or a quiet side elevation.
What are insider tips for staying at Premier Inn?
1. Park before 5pm if you can — the car park fills up with evening diners. If full, use Welham Street car park (pay by phone, no cash). 2. Request a room on floor 2 when booking, and mention you want a 'quiet room away from the road' — the staff can usually assign a back-facing room.
What time is check-in at Premier Inn?
Check-in at Premier Inn is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Premier Inn have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi (up to 8 Mbps, one device); premium ‘Ultimate Wi-Fi’ costs £3 per 24h for one device (up to 12 Mbps, one device) – login via browser, no time limit per session
Is there a city or tourist tax at Premier Inn?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Premier Inn?
A meal deal at a supermarket (sandwich, drink, snack) — about £3.50–£4.50.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Premier Inn?
Bus day ticket within Grantham town is about £4–£5; from East Midlands Airport, take the Skylink bus to Nottingham, then train to Grantham (cheaper than direct coach).
When is the best time to visit Grantham?
May, June and September — warm without heat, school crowds absent, and the Lincolnshire countryside is green but not parched.
Top-Attraktionen in Grantham
💡 Weekday mornings only the council chamber is sometimes open if no meeting is happening. Ask the receptionist nicely for a peek inside the ornate main hall.
💡 The chained library is only open on request during regular hours. Ask the churchwarden when you arrive for a quick look at the ancient books.
💡 Ask at the desk for the free walking trail map of town-centre blue plaques. Takes about 30 minutes and covers 12 sites.
💡 Cross the footbridge to the recreation ground side for a quieter riverside path that leads to the old mill pond. Few tourists use this route.
💡 Park at the main car park and follow the footpath signs towards the lake. The red deer are often grazing near the ha-ha wall in late afternoon.