The university town of Derby sits on the banks of the scenic River Derwent and is on the doorstep of the beautiful Peak District with its rolling hills and picturesque villages. It can trace its origins to the Roman Empire and is the United Kingdom’s most central city.
You won’t have any problem finding cheap hotels in the city centre and bed & breakfast accommodation whether wanting to stay for just one night, a weekend, midweek break or a full week. Reasonably priced and affordable properties are well placed near the train station or bus station, Derby University and Westfield shopping center providing guests with spacious guest rooms to suit all budgets.
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DE7 6DL, Derby, Moor Road, Morley Nr Derby
Set in a 13th-century building, this historic hotel lies within 300 acres of private parkland, 10 minutes' drive to Derby. It has a spa, 18-hole golf courses, an indoor pool and a fitness area. Free... read more
DE24 8PU , Derby, Locomotive Way, Pride Park
The pentahotel Derby is located in Pride Park, within walking distance of Derby Train Station and the city centre. The hotel offers pay parking and free WiFi in all areas. It is ideally located to... read more
DE223AD, Derby, Ashbourne Road
Within 10 minutes’ walk of the city centre, this beautifully preserved Georgian building offers free parking and the peaceful atmosphere of a country hotel. Originally built in 1756, the Georgian House Hotel is a Grade... read more
DE24 8UX, Derby, London Road
Located just 10 minutes from Derby’s city centre, this grade II listed Art Deco building offers comfortable rooms and hearty full English breakfasts. It has a bar, free parking and free Wi-Fi. All of the... read more
DE1 3DB, Derby, King Street
In the centre of the trendy Cathedral Quarter, Leonardo Hotel Derby is a short walk from the main city centre attractions. The hotel features a stylish bar, modern restaurant and convenient coffee shop, as well... read more
DE23 6AD, Derby, 288 Burton Rd
Situated just 20 minutes' walk from the city centre of Derby, the The Continental Hotel, Derby offers free WiFi throughout. The property is a 5-minute drive from Derby Rail Station and Derby County Football Club... read more
DE24 8HX, Derby, Wheelwright Way, Pride Park
Just 10 minutes’ walk from Derby town centre, Holiday Inn Express offers modern, bright rooms with private in-room bathrooms. Free WiFi is available throughout. Each of the rooms at Holiday Inn Express Derby includes a... read more
DE3 0XX, Derby, Etwall Road
The 4-star Derby Mickleover Hotel, Signature Collection By Best Western is just 10 minutes’ drive from the centre of Derby. It offers free Wi-Fi, air-conditioned rooms and a leisure club including a swimming pool, sauna... read more
DE56 0RS, Derby, Makeney Rd, Milford
In 6 acres of landscaped gardens, this Victorian 4-star hotel has striking countryside views and a conservatory restaurant. Makeney Hall Hotel is just 15 minutes' drive from the city of Derby. Makeney Hall Hotel has... read more
DE7 6DG, Derby, Main Road
Only 15 minutes from Derby and the M1 motorway, the Morley Hayes Hotel offers luxurious rooms, many with balconies. It has 2 golf courses, 2 restaurants and a helipad. A free shuttle service is available... read more
DE22 4LZ, Derby, 95 Ashbourne Road, Mackworth
Located in Derby, within 2.7 km of Kedleston Hall and 4 km of Derby Cathedral, Tyger Inn Derby provides accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property. The property is around 16 km... read more
DE1 2QR, Derby, 119 London Road
The Stuart Hotel, Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western is just a 5-minute walk from the Intu Shopping Centre (formerly Westfield) and Derby Train Station. It has 100 modern bedrooms, a stylish a la carte... read more
DE1 2AY, Derby, Morledge
Right in the heart of Derby city centre, Holiday Inn Derby Riverlights has a bar and an on-site fitness centre. Business services are available. The hotel has a bar and restaurant, serving lunch and dinner... read more
DE21 5BL, Derby, Smalley Mill Road, Horsley
Situated in a picturesque Derbyshire valley, this charming country house hotel has beautiful views and a high-quality golf course. There is free Wi-Fi, and free parking is possible on site. Rooms at Horsley Lodge have... read more
DE23 4AN, Derby, 222 Rykneld Rd, Littleover
Set in the beautiful Derbyshire countryside and just a 10-minute drive from Derby city centre, is the Littleover Lodge Hotel. Free on-site parking is available and the M1 motorway is just a 15-minute drive away.... read more
DE65 6DX, Derby, B5008 Etwall Road
The hotel is situated 23 miles away from Alton Towers Resort ( one of the most popular theme park), 16 miles away from East Midlands Airport ( EMA), Burton Albion Football Club is 5 miles... read more
DE1 1TN, Derby, 128 - 132 Burton Road
Situated 15 minutes’ walk from Derby city centre, Amber Guesthouse features free Wi-Fi. Derby Railway Station is only 1 mile away and the bus station can be reached in 10 minutes’ walk. A flat-screen TV,... read more
DE73 7JA, Derby, Woodshop Lane
Crewe & Harpur by Marstons Inns is set between the medieval villages of Swarkestone and Melbourne. This 17th-century coach house offers charming rooms and a pub serving traditional, home-cooked meals. The Crewe & Harpur’s former... read more
DE22 4LY, Derby, 60 Ashbourne Road
Surrounded by views of the Peak District, The Farmhouse at Mackworth is set just 9 minutes’ drive from the city of Derby. A converted 18th century farmhouse, it has a bar, a restaurant and free... read more
DE24 8PZ, Derby, 1083 London Road
Just 3 minutes’ walk from the 85-acre Alvaston Park, Maryland in Derby provides comfortable bed and breakfast accommodation. Around 30 minutes’ drive from the Peak District National Park, Maryland offers free parking and Wi-Fi. Each... read more
DE1 3DZ, Derby, 19-25 King Street
The Flowerpot is located in Derby, on the main A6 road in Derby City Cathedral Quarter. Free Wi-Fi access is available. Rooms here will provide you with a flat-screen TV. There is also an electric... read more
DE22 1JB, Derby, 185 A Duffield Road
The Coach House is a boutique guest house situated on the A6, 1 mile north of the City Centre. The property is next to Darley Park, five minutes walk from Darley Abbey with its riverside... read more
DE22 3NH, Derby, Kingsway, Rowditch, Derby
Offering a restaurant, a bar and 24-hour front desk, Kings Highway is located just 7 minutes' drive from Derby centre. Free Wi-Fi access is available throughout. The rooms come with a flat-screen TV, tea and... read more
DE23 6AD, Derby, 312 Burton Road, Derby
Set 1.5 miles from Derby Train Station, Victoria Park Hotel offers a shared lounge and a games room with darts and a billiards table. Free WiFi is available throughout. Rooms at the Victoria Park all... read more
DE22 3TG, Derby, 77 Boyer Street
Contractor Friendly I Long Stay Offer I Gated Parking I WIFI I PRIDE APARTMENTS has city views, free WiFi and free private parking, set in Derby, 18 km from Donington Park. The units come with... read more
DE21 7BH, Derby, Commercial Road
Situated in Derby and within 4.4 km of Derby Cathedral, Blue Jay, Derby by Marston's Inns features a garden, free parking and free WiFi. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk. Guest rooms at the... read more
DE73 6TB, Derby, 23 high street The Lawns Hotel
Situated in Derby, 11 km from Donington Park, The Lawns Hotel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant. Featuring a bar, the property is located within 29 km... read more
DE21 6UH, Derby, 10 Atchison Gardens
Atchison Gardens is self-catering accommodation located in Derby. Free WiFi is available throughout the whole property. Parking is available on-site or off-road. The property has a shared kitchen with a washing machine, a fridge/freezer, a... read more
DE1 1DJ, Derby, 63 Friar Gate
Situated 22 km from Donington Park, The Stay Company, Friar Gate features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. Each unit comes with a sofa, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with streaming services,... read more
DE1 1BT, Derby, Larges Street St James Court
Located 23 km from Donington Park, Bay Tree Apartments provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. Each unit comes with a sofa, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a well-fitted... read more
Central Derby is a great destination for a cultural break with a diverse and lively mixture of events and festivals to attend. There are international film festivals at the QUAD, a varied programme of plays and entertaining shows at the city’s theatre and spooky night-time guided Ghost Walks around the historic alley ways and passages of the old town.
Cheap Accommodation in Derby City Centre
Hotels near Derby Train Station
The city played an important part in the Industrial Revolution due to its strategic central location and prospered during this period. Discover more of the history at the fascinating local museum and art gallery, suitable for all ages and don’t miss the opportunity to try on some period clothing. There are some impressive stately homes in the area to visit such as Calke Abbey with its landscaped park.
Visit the old Roundhouse and stroll along Friargate Street to admire the Georgian architecture. Enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of the Cathedral Quarter with its selection of fine restaurants and trendy boutiques. Continue shopping at the new intu shopping centre or try a sample of the local beer after a tour of the city’s Brewing Company.
There is abundance of activities and attractions for all ages and a varied selection of overnight accommodation facilities for visitors, including some cheap hotels and low cost b&b’s within easy reach of the city centre, train station and university campus.
With its central location Derbyshire is easily accessible from around the UK, especially by rail with direct train routes from London St Pancras to the city’s central train station. The train station is a main interchange point for regional and national train routes. Reasonably priced hotel accommodation for the night and bed and breakfast establishments are located close by, along with guest rooms often made available for university students.
Derby university is situated on the edge of the city centre and promotes itself as being in one of the safest cities in the region. The sports amenities in the town are a great attraction: including the Alter Rock Climbing Centre, the County Cricket Ground, the County Football Stadium, rugby and basketball facilities.
If you are visiting the city for short stays there are rooms to let, cheap hotels, inns and b&b’swithin short distances from all these sporting centres. However you may want a more relaxing break and prefer a bed and breakfast stay situated on the outskirts of the town center. Benefitting from being close to the peaceful surrounding lush countryside while having the city attractions only a short train or bus ride away.
There are some lovely parks and gardens to explore: Derby Arboretum, the UK’s oldest surviving public park; Allestree Park, Alvaston Park; Osmaston Park; Markeaton Park. Many are Victorian and kept to a high standard while others provide entertainment for family and children such as pitch and putt, play centres, splash pools and fishing lakes.
Find your cheap town centre hotel or b&b in Derby UK
Derby Midland railroad station is located to the south-east of the city centre, and is close to the west bank of the River Derwent.
Network Rail station run by East Midlands Trains. The rail station is also frequently served by CrossCountry trains and one Northern Rail trains.
A Skylink bus service connects Derby train station directly to East Midlands Airport.
Address Derby Train Station : Railway Terrace, DE1 2RU, England UK
The bus station for catching National Express coaches is located on Morledge. The city is well connected with Leicester, London, Leeds, Sheffield, and Birmingham.
There is also a bus service which runs every 10 minutes between Royal Derby Hospital, the city centre and London Road Community Hospital.
A very cheap place to stay beside the rail station is 3 star rated European Inn. The hotel offers modern accommodation for the night with free Wi-Fi and free on-site car parking, plus an Italian-style restaurant on site.
Another city center lodging property is 4 star The Stuart Hotel. It has a great location just a 5-minute walk from the Westfield Shopping Centre and Derby Train Station. Family rooms are also provided. One of the best hotels around the railroad station is four star Hallmark. Directly opposite the Railway Station, the Hallmark Hotel offers luxury bedrooms and an innovative Brasserie restaurant.
Location : this city is located in central England on the banks of the River Derwent, near the Peak District. Alton Towers theme park (see hotels and b&b’s) is around 25 miles away. Within easy reach are Nottingham hotels, the towns of Cheltenham and Loughborough Leicestershire.
Both Leicester city center and Wolverhampton near Manchester are a bit further away.
Region : East Midlands region
County : Derbyshire
Calke Abbey
(Ticknall DE73 7LE, United Kingdom)
Old country house situated near Ticknall. It’s a National Trust property. Visit this wonderful house, or take a walk around the grounds. Well worth a visit.
Derby Cathedral
(18-19 Iron Gate, DE1 3GP Derbyshire, England UK)
Very interesting Cathedral, set in the old part of the city, full of history and monuments. Not as imposing as many cathedrals but still worth a visit.
Donington Park
(Donington Park, Castle Donington, DE74 2RP England UK)
Popular motorsport circuit, home to the British Motorcycle Grand Prix. Located south of the city, about 25 minutes by car.
Museum and Art Gallery
(The Strand, Derbyshire DE1 1BS, United Kingdom)
Musem home to a fine collection of Joseph Wright paintings to exhibitions about the vikings, natural history, military history, bonnie prince charlie and Egyptian mummies.