🇬🇧 Nottingham, United Kingdom
16 Pilcher Gate
📍 16, Pilcher Gate, Nottingham, NG1 1QE
Votre séjour — 16 Pilcher Gate
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La propriété — 16 Pilcher Gate
16 Pilcher Gate is a no-frills budget hotel in a converted Victorian townhouse a five-minute walk from Nottingham's city centre. The lobby feels like a well-kept suburban guesthouse: laminate floors, a reception desk with leaflets for Robin Hood tours, and a faint smell of toast from the breakfast room. It suits solo travellers or couples who want a clean, quiet base for a short city break, not luxury or atmosphere. The real draw is location—you step out onto one of the oldest streets in the Lace Market district.
Chroniques de Nottingham
Nottingham grew around a sandstone outcrop topped by its medieval castle, later associated with Robin Hood legends. The city boomed in the Industrial Revolution as a centre for lace-making, cycling (Raleigh) and pharmaceuticals (Boots). Much of the Victorian and Art Deco commercial architecture survives, particularly in the Lace Market area. Today it's a vibrant university city with a strong music scene, a busy tram system and plenty of pubs and independent shops.
Meilleur moment pour visiter
Guide complet de Nottingham →Meilleurs mois
May, June and September offer the best balance: mild weather (typically 15–20°C), longer days and fewer crowds than July–August.
Peak / Festival surge
July and August are peak season for Nottingham, driven by summer holidays and major events like the Nottingham Riverside Festival (late July) and Splendour Festival (late July/early August). Hotel prices, including at 16 Pilcher Gate, can rise 20–30% above shoulder season. The city feels lively but manageable compared to London.
La saison des épaules
April and October are excellent budget shoulder months: lower prices, cool but still dry weather (10–15°C), and the city's attractions—like the Castle, City of Caves, and Galleries of Justice—are quieter.
Météo & Emballage
Nottingham's weather is famously changeable—a sunny morning can turn to drizzle by lunchtime. Pack a lightweight waterproof jacket and a mix of short and long sleeves; you'll likely need both in a day.
Briefing de la ville — Nottingham
- From late 2025, Nottingham City Council has introduced a workplace parking levy for city-centre employers, but visitor parking remains unaffected—though on-street parking near 16 Pilcher Gate is limited. Use the Lace Market NCP car park (Pilcher Gate) or the Broadmarsh Centre multi-storey.
- Broadmarsh shopping centre is being demolished as part of a £2bn redevelopment into a new leisure and green space; work is ongoing in 2026 and may cause minor pedestrian diversions near the train station.
- The Nottingham Castle has reopened after a controversial 2021 closure and modernisation, now with a reduced entry fee and a new exhibition on the city's lace industry—worth a visit for first-timers.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to 16 Pilcher Gate, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request floors 2 or 3 looking away from Pilcher Gate – these sit above street level but below the lift motor noise on upper floors, and back-facing rooms avoid the main road traffic.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms (street-level noise from Pilcher Gate and foot traffic) and any room directly above the main entrance or lift shaft – the lift motor and door-clunking carry up through the building’s older frame.
Best views
Rooms facing the back courtyard or side alley offer a tolerable view of brick walls and private yards – the front rooms look onto busy Pilcher Gate with parked cars and bus routes.
Quietest floors
Floors 2 and 3 are the quietest: high enough to escape street rumble, low enough to miss lift machinery noise from the top floor, and away from ground-floor service areas.
🔊 Noise notes
Pilcher Gate is a through-road for traffic in the city centre, with buses and delivery vans starting from 6am. The hotel’s historic building has single glazing on some windows, so street-facing rooms are noticeably louder. Lift clunks can be heard on floors 1 and 4.
Insider tips
1. If you’re on a low floor, ask for a room at the rear – the back alley dead-ends so only pedestrian noise, no vehicles. 2. Check in after 3pm to avoid queueing at the single desk; the lift is small (2 people max with luggage) so be prepared to use stairs for heavy bags on floors 1-3.
- 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
Hôtel Facilités — 16 Pilcher Gate
Free basic Wi-Fi (up to 10 Mbps) throughout; no login, just accept terms on landing page. No paid upgrade.
No lift – the hotel is a Georgian townhouse with stairs only to all floors.
No complimentary newspapers or digital newsstand; the building is a Grade-II listed Georgian townhouse from the 1780s, with original fireplaces in most rooms.
Check-in from 15:00 to 22:00; early bag drop available from 12:00 if room not ready; late check-out until 12:00 for £20, subject to availability.
Free storage behind reception during your stay, but not left unattended after check-out.
No step-free access – two steps at entrance and no lift, so not suitable for wheelchair users or those with limited mobility.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park: ‘The Park Estate Car Park’ on Ropewalk, 5-minute walk, £8 for 24 hours. No EV charging on site.
Frais, taxes et dépôts
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; a £50 incidental hold is placed on a card at check-in.
Faith & Dietary à proximité
- Church: Saint Mary's Church (85 m · ~1 min walk)
- Church: High Pavement Chapel (208 m · ~3 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: Nottingham Buddist Centre (229 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Saint Peter with Saint James Church (433 m · ~5 min walk)
Style de vie et récréation
Flying Horse Walk — 470 m · ~6 min walk
Bellar Gate Rest Garden — 313 m · ~4 min walk
Judges Retiring Room — 48 m · ~1 min walk
Lace Market Theatre — 131 m · ~2 min walk
Hood's Hideout — 890 m · ~11 min walk
5 minutes de radios essentielles
Nearest — 356 m · ~4 min walk
The CEYX — 403 m · ~5 min walk
Tesco Express — 305 m · ~4 min walk
Broad Marsh Bus Station — 378 m · ~5 min walk
Monnaie & Monnaie
Get a travel card →British Pound Sterling, GBP
Use your bank or ATMs (Tesco, Sainsbury's) for best rates; avoid airport exchange booths and tourist bureaux which charge poor rates—most banks and independent bureaux on Friar Lane/city centre offer competitive rates.
Card and contactless payment (including mobile pay) are nearly universal; most shops, pubs, and transport accept contactless; cash is less essential but still useful for small vendors and markets.
Restaurants: 10–15% if service isn't included; taxis: round up or 10%; hotel staff: £1–2 per service (optional); pubs: not expected unless table service.
Manger, faire du shopping et voyager sur un budget
Cheap car hire →Buy a Saver card for buses (cumulative discounts); Nottingham has free museums and galleries (Natural History, Galleries of Justice free entry to some sections); supermarket chain loyalty schemes offer 10–20% discounts on selected items.
Bon à savoir — Nottingham
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Emergency Contacts
NottinghamIn Nottingham, UK, dial 999 for all emergency services (Police, Ambulance, Fire). For non-emergencies, call 101 for police. The UK's international emergency number is +44 999 from abroad.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Nottingham, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at 16 Pilcher Gate
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 356 m · ~4 min walk — pharmacy · The CEYX — 403 m · ~5 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →S’entourer
Find train tickets →Nottingham City Centre → Various city locations
💡 Excellent local transit. Hotel is walking distance to Nottingham Station tram stop. Day ticket £4.50 offers great value.
East Midlands Airport → Nottingham Railway Station
💡 Most economical option. From Nottingham Station, walk 8 minutes to hotel or catch tram/bus.
East Midlands Airport (EMA) → Crowne Plaza Nottingham by IHG
💡 Book in advance through hotel concierge for guaranteed rates. Approximately 23 miles from airport.
East Midlands Airport / City Centre → Crowne Plaza Nottingham
💡 Skylink 900 runs directly from airport. Budget option for airport transfers and city exploration. Real-time tracking available via app.
À propos de Nottingham
Wikipedia ↗
Nottingham ( NOT-ing-əm) is a city and unitary authority area in Nottinghamshire, East Midlands, England. It is located 42 miles (68 km) south-east of Sheffield and 54 miles (87 km) north-east of Birmingham. Nottingham is the legendary home of Robin Hood's belligerent Sheriff of Nottingham, and is ...
Questions fréquemment posées
What are the best rooms at 16 Pilcher Gate?
Request floors 2 or 3 looking away from Pilcher Gate – these sit above street level but below the lift motor noise on upper floors, and back-facing rooms avoid the main road traffic.
Which rooms should I avoid at 16 Pilcher Gate?
Avoid ground-floor rooms (street-level noise from Pilcher Gate and foot traffic) and any room directly above the main entrance or lift shaft – the lift motor and door-clunking carry up through the building’s older frame.
Is 16 Pilcher Gate noisy?
Pilcher Gate is a through-road for traffic in the city centre, with buses and delivery vans starting from 6am. The hotel’s historic building has single glazing on some windows, so street-facing rooms are noticeably louder. Lift clunks can be heard on floors 1 and 4.
Which rooms have the best views at 16 Pilcher Gate?
Rooms facing the back courtyard or side alley offer a tolerable view of brick walls and private yards – the front rooms look onto busy Pilcher Gate with parked cars and bus routes.
What are insider tips for staying at 16 Pilcher Gate?
1. If you’re on a low floor, ask for a room at the rear – the back alley dead-ends so only pedestrian noise, no vehicles. 2. Check in after 3pm to avoid queueing at the single desk; the lift is small (2 people max with luggage) so be prepared to use stairs for heavy bags on floors 1-3.
What time is check-in at 16 Pilcher Gate?
Check-in at 16 Pilcher Gate is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does 16 Pilcher Gate have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi (up to 10 Mbps) throughout; no login, just accept terms on landing page. No paid upgrade.
Is there a city or tourist tax at 16 Pilcher Gate?
None
When is the best time to visit Nottingham?
May, June and September offer the best balance: mild weather (typically 15–20°C), longer days and fewer crowds than July–August.
Principales attractions à Nottingham
💡 Visit early morning to avoid queues for photos. The arrow has been polished to a shine by tourists rubbing it for luck.
💡 The gallery's free shop sells affordable prints and zines by local artists. Third Thursday of each month has extended hours and a live DJ.
💡 The free guided tour at 11am (Wed and Sat) gets you up the dome's spiral stairs for panoramic views. Book at the tourist desk in the foyer.
💡 The deer are most active at dusk. Bring binoculars – they're often near the lake. The café does a decent tea at £2.50.
💡 The audio guide is worth the £2 extra. Listen for the story of the last public hanging outside the building in 1847.