Belmont Hotel Leicester

Hotels
8.6 (5356 reviews)
De Montfort St , Leicester , GB

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Business center
Heating
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Central location / convenient for city centre
Excellent breakfast
Friendly, helpful staff
On-site parking
Clean and comfortable rooms (many reviews)
Good value for money
On-site pub/restaurant
Some rooms (e.g., suite 206) have air conditioning and character
Cons:
No air conditioning in most rooms
Night-time noise for rooms facing the walkway/park
Some rooms small with limited storage
Occasional shower/ bathroom issues
Uneven floors / uncomfortable bed reported in some rooms
At least one report of rude breakfast staff
No fridge in rooms (requested by a guest)
Older property features that may not match website photos

Categories

Cleanliness
9
Multiple reviews explicitly praise clean rooms and bathrooms; generally described as very clean and well maintained.
Service
9
Staff repeatedly described as friendly, helpful and professional, though one review calls the breakfast server rude — overall service is strong.
Location
9.5
Frequently highlighted as central and convenient (near Richard III visitor centre, city centre), with easy walking access and useful on-site parking; one report of noise from a nearby walkway at night.
Room Quality
7.6
Mixed comments: some rooms are comfortable, but several reviews note small rooms, limited storage, uneven floors, uncomfortable beds in places, and shower issues; lack of air conditioning affected comfort.
Amenities
7.6
Good on-site parking and an on-site pub/restaurant; several guests mention lack of air conditioning as a clear downside (fans sometimes provided) and a few desired items like a fridge.
Value for Money
8.8
Many guests describe the hotel as good value with excellent breakfast and location; one comment questions breakfast value but overall perceived as good value.
Food and Beverage
8.6
Breakfast is repeatedly praised as excellent with good choices; on-site dining convenient. One guest complained about rude breakfast staff and perceived poor value for that meal.
Overall Experience
8.7
Overall positive experiences dominate (comfortable rooms, great breakfast, helpful staff, central location), tempered by occasional noise, lack of AC and some room-specific faults.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-11 22:54

Property Description

Victorian Elegance and Modern Comforts

Convenient Location
Located in the heart of Leicester, a stone's throw away from the railway station, The Belmont offers easy access to the city center and major motorways.

Dining and Events
Indulge in culinary delights at David Ferguson's restaurant or unwind with a cocktail at Jamie's Bar. The hotel's event facilities can accommodate up to 175 guests, perfect for special occasions.

Stylish Accommodation
With a mix of modern and traditional rooms, enjoy stylish decor, en-suite bathrooms, and complimentary WiFi during your stay at The Belmont.

Experience luxury and convenience at The Belmont. Book your stay now!

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: VCE

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 5356 reviews
Cleanliness: 9
Service: 9
Location: 9.5
Room Quality: 7.6
Amenities: 7.6
Value for Money: 8.8
Food and Beverage: 8.6
Overall Experience: 8.7
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stephen • couple • gb
10
We stay here for every Tigers game
Pros:

Location is excellent , breakfast is superb

Cons:

Nothing

2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Angela • couple • gb
9
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Clinton • couple • gb
8
Lovely city
Pros:

Comfortable, nice staff

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Amanda • couple • gb
8
Very nice hotel.
Pros:

Close to the train station.

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Julie • couple • gb
10
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Michele • extended_group • gb
9
Great stay - highy recommended
Pros:

Lovely central hotel with loads of character and charming helpful staff - we'll be back!

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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michele • extended_group • gb
8
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Rachael • couple • gb
10
Fantastic nights stay
Pros:

The location was perfect for us and our plans. Hotel is lovely and welcoming, dinner and breakfast were lovely and rooms were very comfy

Cons:

Absolutely nothing

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Steve • couple • gb
8
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peter • solo_traveller • gb
10
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Neil • couple • gb
8
Pros:

Central location and free car parking

Cons:

All good

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Hilary • couple • gb
10
Comfy, relaxed,
Pros:

We had a room upgrade free

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Amanda • couple • gb
8
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Emma • couple • gb
8
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Ann • extended_group • gb
9
A very friendly and comfortable independent hotel in a quiet and attractive location
Pros:

Very friendly staff and a super comfortable room - spacious and well equipped/ set up. Marvellous location in the Georgian part of the city.

Cons:

Nothing, all good

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Joanne • couple • gb
10
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Michael • solo_traveller • gb
10
Great hotel for the Tigers games
Pros:

The Belmont is my go to hotel when in town watching the rugby. Great location, and friendly staff

2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
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andrew • couple • gb
10
Brilliant Hotel near Railway station
Pros:

Loved everything !
Great location , every member of staff ultra friendly and helpful.
Outstanding breakfast , got a free upgrade to a suite too !
Cannot recommend enough

Cons:

Loved everything

2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
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Lee • couple • gb
10
Lovely place, great location, great value for money and superb breakfast.
Pros:

We were delighted with the hotel, a few minutes from the railway station, friendly desk staff, lovely room and nice choice of tea and coffee, breakfast was superb.

Cons:

The only downside for me was the pilllows were a little on the "we wont give an inch" side of things.

2026-10-09 • via Nuitee
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Susan • couple • gb
10
A short but sweet stay
Pros:

The room was very comfortable with a massive king size bed. Very comfortable ! Good shower, nice decoration. Equipped with tea & coffee making facilities .
Next to the "New Walk", so easy too get into town within 15 minutes
Fabulous choice of food for breakfast, cooked and/or the continental

Cons:

Wanted to stay longer!

2026-10-09 • via Nuitee