Built by the Great Central Railway in 1899, this restored Victorian town house hotel offers modern comforts whilst retaining the charm of a bygone age.
With many period features, elegant hotel rooms echoe moods of times past. The Great Central Railway, situated by the hotel, was one of the major rail networks connecting London with Scotland, used by famous steam trains like the Flying Scotsman.
The hotel is conveniently located in the heart of England, within easy reach of the M1 and M42 motorways. This allows easy access to Derby, Leicester, Nottingham and Birmingham. The hotel is a short walk from Loughborough University and Whatton Gardens. Other local attractions include Alton Towers and Drayton Manor theme parks.
Important! Some policies may vary from these depending on your room, date and rate selection. Please check the room information when booking.
If cancelled up to 1 day before the date of arrival, no fee will be charged. If cancelled later, the first night will be charged. In case of no-show, the total price of the reservation will be charged.
To cancel an existing booking please go to the Cancellation page.
15 % VAT is included. Service charge is not applicable. City/tourist tax is not applicable.
Free public parking is possible on site.
Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Wireless internet is available in public areas and is free of charge.
No deposit will be charged.
All children are welcome. All children under 12 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding. All children under 2 years are charged GBP 5.00 per night and person for cots. All older children or adults are charged GBP 10.00 per night and person for extra beds. Maximum capacity of extra beds/babycots in a room is 1.
Accommodation at the Great Central is very flexible as we have a variety of bedrooms to cater for each individual or family. The hotel is popular with company groups and sports teams visiting Loughborough University.
Our bedrooms are comfortable and individually styled.
Our bedrooms are comfortable and individually styled.
Our bedrooms are comfortable and individually styled.
Our bedrooms are comfortable and individually styled.
This is a standard double or twin room for single occupancy. The offer includes dinner. Our bedrooms are comfortable and individually styled.
By car from the M1 motorway: Coming from the north: - Exit onto the A6 and continue for Loughborough. - Continue onto Leicester Road and turn left onto King Street. - Take the 1st right onto Great Central Road, where you will find the hotel. Coming from the south: - Exit onto the A512 for Loughborough and continue till the end of the road. - Turn right onto Swan Street and continue onto Leicester Road. - Continue as above. Parking: There is free parking at the rear of the hotel.
*Directions included in email booking confirmation