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
Abinger Guest House
The caretaker Paul didnt know we were coming and initially was more interested in his amazon parcels, told us the owner books people and dosent tell him (happens all the time) id booked one double and one single with 3 beds on the same floor - I got one double with single beds in the attic and my ...
Reviewed on 9 Sept 2025
Campbell's Guest House
Had to run around three streets for parking. No parking available at the property. Room was giving off cigarette smell. Too noisy.peop.walking by to
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
Burleigh Court Hotel
Good accomodtion.. Pool out of use for the 2nd time..
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Leicester Marriott Hotel
Very nice modern rooms and bar area was extremely well looked after, room was tidy and well equipped. Old tissues under the bed and room set to 21 even if you tried to change it lower made for a very warm nights sleep. Would return, great location and lovely staff.
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Doubletree by Hilton Coventry
Very clean and tidy
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Novotel Leicester
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Reviewed on 22 Feb 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.
