Empire Hotel, Leicester ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2024

Book on our site

Up to 10% less

than Booking.com

Key details

About the Hotel

19 Loughborough Road, Leicester, United Kingdom, LE4 5LJ

Empire Hotel is a Victorian establishment located in Leicester, United Kingdom. This smoke-free hotel offers unique dining options that creatively blend Chinese and Indian cuisines. It features complimentary amenities, including free Wi-Fi and private parking, enhancing guest convenience. Its proximity to popular attractions such as the National Space Centre and the University of Leicester adds to its appeal.

Location

Empire Hotel is situated 2.5 km from the city center of Leicester, providing quick access to various cultural attractions. It is conveniently located within a 15-minute drive of the National Space Centre and the University of Leicester. The nearest airport, East Midlands Airport, is approximately 35 km away, while major road access via the M1 is easily reachable.

Rooms

The hotel comprises 23 individually designed rooms, each equipped with a private bathroom that includes complimentary toiletries and a hairdryer. In-room conveniences feature coffee makers, electric kettles, free tea bags, and instant coffee. Every room has Wi-Fi access and a flat-screen TV with cable channels for entertainment. Guests can choose from double, single, and family room configurations, catering to different needs.

Eat & Drink

Empire Hotel offers an innovative dining experience at The Kabalous, where guests can enjoy a unique fusion of Chinese and Indian flavors. The restaurant serves dishes crafted to combine the cooking styles of both cuisines, creating a distinctive culinary journey. Additionally, a cozy bar on-site provides a relaxed environment for guests to unwind with drinks.

Leisure & Business

Guests can engage in leisure activities, including 9 holes of golf nearby and opportunities for horse riding in the surrounding landscape. Business travelers will find extensive conference facilities available for meetings and events. Safety features include fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, and a first aid kit, ensuring guest security while they conduct business.

View all

Select your room type

The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Family Double Room

Max:

2 persons

9 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds or 1 Queen-size bed

Shower

Heating

room details

Check Prices

Deluxe Double Room

Max:

2 persons

9 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

room details

Check Prices

Superior Suite

Max:

2 persons

15 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Shower

Heating

room details

Check Prices

Show all roomsLess

Price and Room Availability Calendar

Check availability and prices for your dates now!

Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre

Leicester 2.0 km

Airports

East Midlands (EMA) 32.8 km

Nottingham (NQT) 34.1 km

Train

Leicester Railway Station 2.4 km

Bus

Bus stop100 m

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Cozy and Comfortable

The bedroom features were delightful, with soft linens and a warm atmosphere that made for a restful night's sleep.view full review

Relaxing Amenities

The spa facilities were a highlight of our stay, offering a serene environment and fantastic treatments that rejuvenated our spirits.view full review

Great Kitchen Setup

The self-catering facilities were impressively equipped, allowing us to prepare our own meals with ease and enjoy family time.view full review

Delicious Cuisine

The dining options were truly satisfying, featuring a diverse menu of tasty dishes that catered to all tastes.view full review

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi in public areas
Free parking
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Horseback riding
Cycling
Golf course

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Housekeeping

Dining

Bar/ Lounge area

Children

Board games

Room features

Heating
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Location

19 Loughborough Road, Leicester, United Kingdom, LE4 5LJ

Map view

19 Loughborough Road, Leicester, United Kingdom, LE4 5LJ

City landmarks

Museum

National Space Centre

1.2 km

Park

Abbey Park

1.6 km

Museum

King Richard III Visitor Centre

2.2 km

Church

Leicester Cathedral

2.2 km

Museum

New Walk Museum

2.6 km

Museum

Guildhall

2.2 km

3 East Gates

Haymarket Memorial Clock Tower

2.0 km

Belgrave Hall Church Road

Belgrave Hall

1.0 km

Park

Victoria Park

3.3 km

Park

Knighton Park

2.3 km

Abbey Park Abbey Park Rd

Leicester Abbey

1.1 km

Church

St Peter's Church and Heritage Centre

840 m

Mall

Highcross Leicester

2.1 km

Spinney Hill Park

2.3 km

Pagoda

BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir

1.6 km

Theatre

Leicester Haymarket Theatre

1.8 km

156-160 St. Nicholas Circle

Jewry Wall

2.3 km

Event hall

The Platinum Suite

1.5 km

Museum

Newarke Houses Museum

2.5 km

Theatre

Peepul Centre

770 m

Parish Church of St Peter

800 m

Belgrave Union Church

620 m

Shree Swaminarayan Temple

640 m

84 Weymouth Street

Shree Sanatan Temple

640 m

Carey Hall Baptist Church

750 m

Shri Guru Ravidass Temple

790 m

Nearby

Church of the Resurrection

530 m

Shree Shakti Mandir

530 m

Mahatma Gandhi

570 m

Bayaan

590 m

Restaurants

Aarti Sweet Centre

160 m

8 Melton Road

Geetas Fast Food

190 m

20 Melton Road

Jalaram Sweet Centre

200 m

31 Melton Road

Taste Of SriLanka

210 m

24 Melton Road

Ambica's Sweet Mart & Restaurant

140 m

147 Belgrave Road

Shere Punjab

340 m

21 Melton Road

Bhojalram Sweets and Farsan

340 m

41 Melton Road

Sayonara 4 Seasons

450 m

49 Belgrave Road

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

46%

liked the hotel and would stay again

convenient location

close to eating places

poor room maintenance

lacking staff efficiency

5.0/10

Guest rating

Rooms

6.3

Location

6.3

Service

5.0

Dining

5.0

2/5 based on 45 reviews

#40 of 41 hotels in Leicester based on Tripadvisor

Bill

United Kingdom, March 2024

5.0/10

The Comfort Hotel has its ups and downs. It's conveniently located on the doorstep of the Golden Mile, offering easy access to the town center and plenty of eating places nearby. However, the state of the rooms leaves much to be desired, with broken switches and non-functional wall lights. Additionally, the service is lacking, as requests take ages to be fulfilled and the clueless staff needs significant improvement.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms had an electric fan heater but encountered issues with broken switches and non-working wall lights. Cash payment was required due to a broken cash machine, causing inconvenience.

Service

5.0

The staff seemed clueless and took a long time to respond to requests. Improvement is needed in this area.

Location

8.0

The location was excellent, right on the doorstep of the Golden Mile for easy access to the town center, despite some nearby flooding.

Dining

5.0

The breakfast options were disappointing, consisting only of cornflakes and toast on a DIY basis. Making tea was also left to the guests, without much variety.

Facilities

5.0

The hotel lacks proper facilities and needs significant improvements in maintenance and service offerings.

convenient location

poor room maintenance

Paul

United Kingdom, January 2024

5.0/10

The Comfort Hotel's location is excellent, right on the doorstep of the Golden Mile and with not many other hotels around. The spacious room with 2 double beds was huge and warm, perfect for getting ready for a wedding. However, the service, with unprofessional behavior and cleanliness issues like urine and pubic hair, was a major letdown.

Rooms

8.0

The room at the front of the hotel was a really big, spacious, and nice warm room with 2 double beds.

Service

5.0

The service was unprofessional and disappointing, with issues like urine and pubic hair found in the upgraded room and lack of professionalism regarding cleanliness.

Location

6.0

The location is ideal, being on the doorstep of the Golden Mile, but the general trade descriptions were grim, and the overall place felt unwelcoming and unkempt.

Dining

5.0

Breakfast was basic with cornflakes and toast on a DIY basis, not meeting expectations for a pleasant morning start.

Facilities

5.0

Facilities were disappointing, with reported cleanliness issues in the upgraded room and a generally unwelcoming atmosphere in the hotel.

Tom

United Kingdom, November 2023

5.6/10

I arrived at the hotel to find a room that was up to standard on cleanliness, but then received a very different room. The service was helpful at times, but there were delays in responding to requests. The location was flooded with water but excellent for accessing the Golden Mile. The dining experience left much to be desired with minimal breakfast options. Overall, a mix of positives and negatives to consider.

Rooms

7.0

The room I was greeted with was clean and comfortable.

Service

6.0

The service was helpful when needed, but there were delays in responses.

Location

5.0

The location was flooded with water, but it was excellent for reaching the Golden Mile.

Dining

5.0

The dining options were limited, especially for breakfast.