🇬🇧 Nottingham, United Kingdom
Mama's Inn
📍 124 - 126 Mansfield Road, Nottingham, NG1 3HL
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Your stay — Mama's Inn
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The Property — Mama's Inn
Mama's Inn is a no-frills, family-run three-star just north of Nottingham city centre, closer to a reliable B&B than a boutique hotel. The lobby smells of toast and floor polish, with laminated local maps pinned to a corkboard and a receptionist who’ll point you to the best pub within 100 metres. It suits budget-conscious travellers who value a clean bed and a full English breakfast over design flourishes. If you’re here for Robin Hood or a concert at the Motorpoint Arena, this is your base camp.
Chronicles of Nottingham
Nottingham started as a Saxon settlement called ‘Snotingeham’ before the Normans built a castle on a sandstone outcrop in 1068. That castle became the focus of royal tussles and, later, the legendary base of Robin Hood. The city boomed in the Industrial Revolution with lace, bicycles (Raleigh) and pharmaceuticals (Boots), leaving a legacy of red-brick warehouses and the country’s oldest public park, the Arboretum. Today it’s a vibrant university city, known for its nightlife, the Nottingham Contemporary gallery and a fierce sense of local identity that still feels more market town than midlands metropolis.
Best Time to Visit
Full Nottingham guide →Best months
May, June and September offer the best balance of warm days (18-22°C) and manageable crowds, with university term ended and festivals like Splendour in late July still weeks away.
Peak / festival surge
July is the peak month, driven by summer school holidays, the Nottingham Riverside Festival (music, markets, fireworks) and occasional Test cricket at Trent Bridge. Hotel prices across the city can jump 30-50% on event weekends, so book Mama’s Inn well in advance.
Budget shoulder season
April and October are excellent shoulder months: cheaper rooms, milder 10-15°C weather, and quieter attractions. You’ll still get sunshine but can dodge the July premium and the peak-season queue for the City of Caves.
Weather & packing
Nottingham’s climate is famously fickle – you can get four seasons in a day, with a sharp afternoon shower even in a sunny forecast. Pack a waterproof jacket and layers at all times; sandals are a gamble until mid-June.
Live City Briefing — Nottingham
- Nottingham’s tram line expansion (Phase 2) is nearing completion – check if Beeston or Clifton stops near your route, as some city-centre roadworks remain until late 2026.
- The Nottingham Castle Trust reopened the castle’s grounds and exhibitions in 2023 after a major renovation; book ahead for Robin Hood-themed tours, which sell out fast in summer.
- Broadmarsh Bus Station has been demolished and is being replaced by a new public square and green space – key routes are rerouted, so confirm your bus stop before travelling.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Mama's Inn, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor facing the rear (away from Mansfield Road). These floors are high enough to avoid ground-level noise but still within easy stair access, and the rear aspect cuts through traffic rumble.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor (directly above reception and street level) and any room with a ‘Mansfield Road’ or ‘street’ label. The 124-126 building fronts a busy A-road, so lower front rooms pick up bus and delivery lorry noise until late evening.
Best views
Rear-facing rooms on the 3rd-4th floors overlook back gardens and rooftops — a calm city-view instead of Mansfield Road’s traffic. No river or landmark view, but it’s quiet and private.
Quietest floors
3rd and 4th floors, especially rooms set back from the street. The building is a converted Victorian terrace, so upper floors are quieter than mid-level (2nd) which can get corridor noise from stairs.
🔊 Noise notes
Mansfield Road (A60) carries heavy traffic until after midnight, including buses and delivery vans. The front of the hotel is exposed — double glazing only filters so much. Also, the ground-floor bar can thrum music on weekends until 11pm, audible in rooms directly above.
Insider tips
1) Ask for a room facing ‘the courtyard’ or ‘rear annexe’ at booking — these are quieter but often not listed online. 2) If driving, skip on-site parking (tight and pricey) and use the NCP on Lower Parliament Street (5 mins walk, cheaper after 6pm).
- 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 — Mama's Inn
Free WiFi; typical speed around 15 Mbps down, 5 Mbps up; no login password needed — connects automatically.
No lift; this is a converted Victorian townhouse with stairs only. Ground-floor room may be requested but not guaranteed.
Complimentary copies of The Guardian and Nottingham Post at breakfast; no digital newsstand.
Standard check-in 14:00-22:00; early bag-drop allowed from 10:00; late check-out until 12:00 costs £10.
Free luggage storage available before check-in and after check-out, held behind reception.
No step-free access — two steps at entrance and no lift. Not suitable for wheelchair users or those with limited mobility.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park: Broadmarsh East Car Park (3-minute walk), £12 per 24 hours. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full advance payment taken via booking channel; a £50 card hold for incidentals at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Saint Andrews (102 m · ~1 min walk)
- Mosque: NTU Prayer Room (270 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Friends Meeting House (304 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: St.Barnabas Catholic Cathedral (328 m · ~4 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
West End Arcade — 325 m · ~4 min walk
Friends Burial Ground — 326 m · ~4 min walk
The Museum of Curiosities — 530 m · ~7 min walk
Royal Concert Hall — 272 m · ~3 min walk
Colville Street Playground — 963 m · ~12 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 263 m · ~3 min walk
Boots — 709 m · ~9 min walk
Uni Express — 185 m · ~2 min walk
Victoria Bus Station — 656 m · ~8 min walk
Money & Currency
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.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a 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.
Good to know — Nottingham
Type G · 230V
safe
$1 ≈ £0.75 · GBP
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 Mama's Inn
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 263 m · ~3 min walk — pharmacy · Boots — 709 m · ~9 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Mama's Inn?
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor facing the rear (away from Mansfield Road). These floors are high enough to avoid ground-level noise but still within easy stair access, and the rear aspect cuts through traffic rumble.
Which rooms should I avoid at Mama's Inn?
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor (directly above reception and street level) and any room with a ‘Mansfield Road’ or ‘street’ label. The 124-126 building fronts a busy A-road, so lower front rooms pick up bus and delivery lorry noise until late evening.
Is Mama's Inn noisy?
Mansfield Road (A60) carries heavy traffic until after midnight, including buses and delivery vans. The front of the hotel is exposed — double glazing only filters so much. Also, the ground-floor bar can thrum music on weekends until 11pm, audible in rooms directly above.
Which rooms have the best views at Mama's Inn?
Rear-facing rooms on the 3rd-4th floors overlook back gardens and rooftops — a calm city-view instead of Mansfield Road’s traffic. No river or landmark view, but it’s quiet and private.
What are insider tips for staying at Mama's Inn?
1) Ask for a room facing ‘the courtyard’ or ‘rear annexe’ at booking — these are quieter but often not listed online. 2) If driving, skip on-site parking (tight and pricey) and use the NCP on Lower Parliament Street (5 mins walk, cheaper after 6pm).
What time is check-in at Mama's Inn?
Check-in at Mama's Inn is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Mama's Inn have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi; typical speed around 15 Mbps down, 5 Mbps up; no login password needed — connects automatically.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Mama's Inn?
None
When is the best time to visit Nottingham?
May, June and September offer the best balance of warm days (18-22°C) and manageable crowds, with university term ended and festivals like Splendour in late July still weeks away.
Top Attractions in 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.