Westcotes Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
National Space Centre
Learn about the solar system and famous space missions, become a trainee astronaut for the day and attend planetarium shows at this interactive museum.
Curve Theatre
At the heart of Leicester’s Cultural Quarter is this modern theater, which hosts everything from ballets and concerts to dramas and stand-up comedy shows.
Leicester Cathedral
Home to the crypt of King Richard III, this medieval church also has impressive carvings, ornate chapels and a public art instillation.
Leicester Town Hall
Marvel at the intricate craftsmanship of this 19th-century landmark, take a tour of its stately rooms and relax in a leafy public square.
New Walk Museum
Examine millennia-old dinosaur fossils, mummies from ancient Egypt and work by artists such as J.M.W. Turner at this museum and gallery.
University of Leicester
Explore the campus of University of Leicester during your travels in Leicester. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Our pick of the best Westcotes Hotel Deals
Campbell's Guest House
Despite a request for a disability friendly room we found ourselves at the very top of the guest house and having to carry heavy luggage with a disability was totally unacceptable. In addition to this we were met with a pungent smell of cigarettes and cannabis and the smell unfortunately was rife ...
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Burleigh Court Hotel
Great location on campus with a nice bar and restaurant. Rooms were slightly more functional but comfortable and all we needed. Would definitely stay again, and the price was good.
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Radisson Blu Hotel East Midlands Airport
Staff ok. Room ok but food very average and expensive.
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Leonardo Hotel East Midlands Airport
Great stay, slept like a log. Friendly staff, great breakfast. Was second stay
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
The Belmont Hotel
Wonderful hotel with large comfortable rooms. The staff were all friendly and helpful. Very quiet and the free parking was a real bonus, especially as it's an easy walk to Leicester city centre and other amenities. Fully recommend and will book again for future stays in Leicester.
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Leicester Marriott Hotel
Nice location friendly staff very helpful and nice clean rooms with amenities
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Westcotes
Leicester City Centre
Travellers come to Leicester City Centre for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Leicester Town Hall and Curve Theatre while you're in town.
Cultural Quarter
If you're spending some time in Cultural Quarter, Curve Theatre and Athena Conference Centre are top sights worth seeing.
Clarendon Park
Though Clarendon Park may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like De Montford Hall and Welford Road Stadium.
Latimer
While Latimer isn't home to many top sights, National Space Centre and Athena Conference Centre are some notable places to visit nearby.
Belgrave
While there might not be top attractions in Belgrave, you can explore the larger area and discover places like National Space Centre and Athena Conference Centre.
Glenfield
While there might not be top attractions in Glenfield, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Belvoir Castle and Bradgate Park.
