🇬🇧 Northampton, United Kingdom
Mercure
📍 Silver Street, NORTHAMPTON, NN1 2TA
Photo: official website
Your stay — Mercure
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Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Mercure, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on a higher floor (above the 4th floor) to minimize street noise from Silver Street. These rooms are likely to be less affected by traffic noise.
Rooms to avoid
Rooms near the lift or service entrance may experience noise from the hotel's main activity, so consider avoiding rooms on the 1st or 2nd floors.
Best views
Unfortunately, the hotel's location on Silver Street doesn't offer any particularly notable views, but rooms on higher floors may have a slightly better view of the surrounding rooftops.
Quietest floors
Floors 5 and above are likely to be the quietest, given the hotel's 6-floor layout.
🔊 Noise notes
Street noise from Silver Street may be a consideration for rooms on lower floors, especially those facing the street.
Insider tips
Take advantage of the hotel's car park, which is available for guests, but consider arriving early to secure a spot. Ask the hotel staff about the local taxi services and public transport options, as they may have recommendations for getting around Northampton.
- 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 — Mercure
Free, 100 Mbps fibre-optic, no login constraints
Serves all floors, no stairs-only sections
Complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader), no physical papers available
14:00 - 00:00, early bag-drop from 08:00, late check-out until 14:00 (subject to availability) £20
Available for £5 per item per day
Step-free access, wheelchair entries, adapted rooms available upon request
On-site parking available £15 per night, nearest public car park is St John's Square Car Park £6 per day; no EV charging available
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: £20 advance deposit, £50 incidental card hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: St Peter's Church, Northampton (115 m · ~1 min walk)
- Church: Castle Hill United Reformed Church (193 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: New Testament Church of God (196 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: Northampton Unitarians Meeting House (205 m · ~3 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Grosvenor Centre — 703 m · ~9 min walk
Marefair Heritage Park (under construction) — 171 m · ~2 min walk
Museum of Leathercraft — 602 m · ~8 min walk
The Roadmender — 548 m · ~7 min walk
Castle Orchard Playground (under construction) — 184 m · ~2 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 524 m · ~7 min walk
Boots — 581 m · ~7 min walk
Pranees Thai Shop — 87 m · ~1 min walk
Northampton — 413 m · ~5 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Pound Sterling, GBP
Use high-street banks or post offices for best rates; avoid airport bureaux and hotel desks (poor rates).
Contactless widely accepted; chip-and-pin standard; mobile pay common; some market stalls and smaller shops prefer cash.
Not expected but 10% in restaurants if service good; round up taxi fares; no tipping for bar staff or hotel porters.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter or instant coffee at a café: £2.50-3.00.
Sandwich or jacket potato from a cafe or pub: £6-8.
Pub main (fish & chips or curry): £12-15.
Market stalls and van-based vendors at Northampton Market or outside Guildhall during lunch; limited evening options.
Tesco, Sainsbury's, Aldi, Lidl.
Primark and charity shops along the high street; Abington Street and the Grosvenor Centre.
Bus day pass: around £4.50 on Stagecoach or Uno; from Luton Airport take National Express coach or train to Northampton (approx £15-20).
Check for meal deals at supermarkets (sandwich+snack+drink ~£3.50). Use a railcard for train travel. Visit free attractions like the Market Square or Abington Park.
Good to know — Northampton
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Emergency Contacts
NorthamptonFor all emergencies in the UK, dial 999. For non-emergency police matters, call 101. For non-urgent medical advice, call 111. Northampton General Hospital's A&E is at Cliftonville, NN1 5BD.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Northampton, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Mercure
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 524 m · ~7 min walk — pharmacy · Boots — 581 m · ~7 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →London Euston → Northampton Station
💡 Avoid peak hours (07:00-09:30 and 16:30-19:00) as carriages can be standing-room only. Buy advance tickets on LNR website for best price.
Northampton Bus Interchange → Abington Avenue Guest House (stop: Abington Avenue)
💡 The X4 runs direct up Wellingborough Road—get off at St Edmund's Street stop, then it's a 2-minute walk. Cash only on board; buy a day rider (£5.50) if doing multiple trips.
Northampton Station → Abington Avenue Guest House
💡 For airport runs (Luton or Birmingham), book 24 hours ahead—costs £35-£45 fixed. Avoid rank taxis at station; call direct for better rates.
Stansted Airport → Abington Avenue Guest House
💡 Cheaper than train if 2+ travelling together. Use 'Airport Cars Northampton'—reliable, meet you at arrivals with name board. Book return journey on same booking for 10% discount.
About Northampton
Wikipedia ↗
Northampton ( nor-THAMP-tən) is a town and civil parish in Northamptonshire, England. It is the county town of Northamptonshire and the administrative centre of the unitary authority of West Northamptonshire. The town is situated on the River Nene, 60 miles (97 km) north-west of London and 50 miles...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Mercure?
Request a room on a higher floor (above the 4th floor) to minimize street noise from Silver Street. These rooms are likely to be less affected by traffic noise.
Which rooms should I avoid at Mercure?
Rooms near the lift or service entrance may experience noise from the hotel's main activity, so consider avoiding rooms on the 1st or 2nd floors.
Is Mercure noisy?
Street noise from Silver Street may be a consideration for rooms on lower floors, especially those facing the street.
Which rooms have the best views at Mercure?
Unfortunately, the hotel's location on Silver Street doesn't offer any particularly notable views, but rooms on higher floors may have a slightly better view of the surrounding rooftops.
What are insider tips for staying at Mercure?
Take advantage of the hotel's car park, which is available for guests, but consider arriving early to secure a spot. Ask the hotel staff about the local taxi services and public transport options, as they may have recommendations for getting around Northampton.
What time is check-in at Mercure?
Check-in at Mercure is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Mercure have Wi-Fi?
Free, 100 Mbps fibre-optic, no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Mercure?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Mercure?
Sandwich or jacket potato from a cafe or pub: £6-8.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Mercure?
Bus day pass: around £4.50 on Stagecoach or Uno; from Luton Airport take National Express coach or train to Northampton (approx £15-20).
Top Attractions in Northampton
💡 The shoe collection includes items from Queen Victoria onwards. Check the gallery's events schedule for temporary exhibitions which are often free.
💡 Best visited on a weekday afternoon when it's quiet. The round nave is the oldest part – look for the Norman arches and corbels. Entry is free, but donations welcome.
💡 There's a free public car park just off London Road (walkable to town). The park gets lively on sunny weekends – bring a blanket and watch the riverboats go past.
💡 The park cafe does a decent cheap cuppa, and the museum building (Abington Park Museum) is free to enter on certain days – check ahead for opening times.
💡 The tour costs around £10-12 per person and includes a pint or two. Book online in advance to save a few quid and guarantee a spot – weekends fill fast.