Premier Inn is one of the safest bets for budget‑conscious travellers in England: rooms are simple, prices are sensible, and – crucially – the experience is reliably the same from Berwick‑upon‑Tweed to Heathrow Terminal 4. Hub by Premier Inn, the brand’s ultra‑compact sub‑chain, strips that experience back even further in exchange for some of the best city‑centre locations you’ll find at this price point.
Below, you’ll find ten contenders for the best Premier Inn hotel in England right now – a mix of classic Premier Inns and hub by Premier Inn properties that work brilliantly as stopovers before flights, bases for city breaks, or budget‑friendly jumping‑off points for exploring less obvious parts of the country.
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Why choose a Premier Inn in England?
Premier Inn is ubiquitous across the UK, with properties at major airports, motorway junctions and in most sizeable towns and cities. While they’re never going to be full‑featured resorts – you’re here for a comfortable bed, a decent shower and a breakfast that sets you up for the day – that predictability is a big part of the appeal.
Most Premier Inns offer on‑site or adjacent dining (usually a Whitbread‑run pub/restaurant), free or sensibly priced parking outside the very centre of big cities, and straightforward online booking that often undercuts rival chains and independent hotels in the same neighbourhood. just bear in mind that when staying in a Premier Inn, you’re choosing value and consistency over frills.
Hub by Premier Inn turns that equation up a notch: rooms are compact, storage is clever rather than generous, and in some cases windows are either small, non‑opening or absent entirely – but in return you get locations that would normally be priced far beyond standard budget territory. These top Premier Inn hotels are all worth a look if you’re trying to keep costs under control without straying too far off the beaten track.
The best English Premier Inn hotels:
1. Premier Inn Berwick-upon-Tweed
Berwick‑upon‑Tweed is one of England’s most northerly towns, perched right on the edge of the Scottish border, and the Premier Inn Berwick‑upon‑Tweed sits in the thick of the historic centre on Sandgate. It also happens to be home of the best Premier Inn in England.
Once inside the property, you’re looking at the classic Premier Inn formula: modern, reasonably spacious rooms, comfortable Hypnos beds, a decent desk, and a Thyme restaurant for breakfast and simple evening meals. For a chain hotel, it feels surprisingly local thanks to views over the harbour and the town’s old streets.
Step outside and you’re a short stroll from the Berwickshire Coastal Path and the town walls, making this a great base for exploring the Northumberland coast or breaking a longer journey up to Scotland. Berwick Town Hall and the quayside are only a few minutes’ walk, and day‑trips to Lindisfarne or Bamburgh are very doable if you’re happy to drive.
💰 Price guide: From ~£80–£130 per night, based on recent online rates.
⭐ Tripadvisor rating: 4.7 out of 5 at time of writing.
❓ Best for: Coastal road‑trippers, history buffs heading north
📍 Address: Sandgate, Berwick‑upon‑Tweed TD15 1ER, England
2. Premier Inn London Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
For airport hotels, genuine bargains are rare – which is why the Premier Inn London Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 stands out as one of the best hotels in the area. It’s directly connected to Terminal 4 via a covered walkway, meaning you can wheel your case from the lobby to departures in a matter of minutes without needing a shuttle bus. Rooms are larger than you might expect for an on‑airport budget hotel, with good soundproofing, air‑conditioning, and a restaurant serving both early breakfasts and evening meals geared around flight schedules.
Although you’re here primarily for proximity to Heathrow, the hotel makes a surprisingly decent base for an overnight stop in West London if you’ve got a half‑day to kill: trains and Underground services from Heathrow put you within reach of Twickenham Stadium, Kew Gardens and central London in under an hour. If you’re trying to pick the best hotel for a crack‑of‑dawn departure, this is arguably it.
It is possible to transfer to the other Heathrow terminals (2, 3 and 5) using the free Underground connection. Just remember to allow enough extra time for the journey.
💰 Price guide: From ~£60–£110 per night, depending on season and day of week.
⭐ Tripadvisor rating: 4.6 out of 5 at time of writing.
❓ Best for: Red‑eye flights, cruise passengers flying in or out of Heathrow
📍 Address: Terminal 4, Sheffield Road, Hounslow TW6 3FH, England
Flying from Heathrow Terminal 5? We would recommend staying the Thistle Heathrow Terminal 5 hotel instead
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3. Hub by Premier Inn London Westminster, St James’ Park
If you want to be within walking distance of Big Ben, Westminster Abbey and Buckingham Palace without paying full‑fat luxury prices, hub by Premier Inn London Westminster, St James’ Park is one of the best budget options in central London. Rooms follow the hub template: compact, tech‑focused and cleverly designed, with touch‑panel controls, under‑bed storage and powerful monsoon showers, but very little spare floor space. Some rooms have non‑opening windows, while lower‑ground rooms may have none at all, so this is a genuine “no frills” option – albeit one that delivers an excellent bed and spotless bathrooms in a prime location.
St James’s Park Underground station is just a couple of minutes away, and most of Westminster’s greatest hits – the Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey, the Supreme Court, Downing Street and Trafalgar Square – are easily reached on foot in 10–15 minutes. For travellers who care more about location than in‑room lounging space, it’s a serious contender for “best Premier Inn hotel in central London” at the budget end of the scale.
💰 Price guide: Typically ~£120–£200+ per night, with higher prices at peak times.
⭐ Tripadvisor rating: 4.6 out of 5 at time of writing.
❓ Best for: Sightseeing‑heavy city breaks, solo travellers prioritising location over space
📍 Address: 15 Dacre Street, Westminster, London SW1H 0DJ, England
4. Hub by Premier Inn London Shoreditch
If you’d rather swap politics for street art, hub by Premier Inn London Shoreditch puts you right in the heart of one of London’s trendiest neighbourhoods. The hotel occupies a converted brick building off Quaker Street, with the familiar hub compact‑room format: smart TVs, touch‑panel lighting and climate controls, cleverly hidden storage and powerful showers – all designed for short, functional city stays rather than sprawling weekends in bed. Windows are present but often modest, and you won’t find wardrobes or armchairs, but for the price, it’s a strong city‑centre trade‑off.
From here, Brick Lane’s curry houses and vintage shops are just around the corner, Shoreditch High Street is a few minutes’ walk, and the galleries and bars of Hoxton and Old Street are close enough that you can forget about taxis altogether. With fast connections into the City and further afield, this is a top choice for budget travellers who still want to feel plugged into the London nightlife circuit.
💰 Price guide: Often ~£80–£150+, with wide variation by date.
⭐ Tripadvisor rating: 4.5 out of 5 at time of writing.
❓ Best for: Weekend breaks in East London, couples and friends flying in on a budget
📍 Address: Quaker Street, Shoreditch, London E1 6SN, England
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5. Premier Inn Peterborough City Centre
Peterborough may not be at the top of every tourist’s wish‑list, but the Premier Inn Peterborough City Centre quietly does a lot right – and for a fraction of what you’d pay for similar chain hotels in more fashionable cities. Sitting on Rivergate, just a short walk from the cathedral, Queensgate Shopping Centre and the railway station, it’s an extremely handy base if you’re breaking a rail journey, visiting family nearby or exploring the Fens and surrounding countryside. The hotel itself is modern, with clean, comfortable rooms, air‑conditioning, reliable Wi‑Fi and the usual Premier Inn breakfast setup.
Within a few minutes’ walk you’ve got Peterborough Cathedral – one of the most impressive Norman buildings in England – as well as riverside paths and the city’s main shopping and dining streets. With direct trains to London King’s Cross, it can even work as a left‑field base for day‑trips into the capital if you’re hunting for hotels at a lower price point than London itself.
💰 Price guide: Roughly ~£60–£120+ per night, depending on demand.
⭐ Tripadvisor rating: 4.5 out of 5 at time of writing.
❓ Best for: Rail stopovers, value‑focused city breaks, exploring the cathedral and surrounding countryside
📍 Address: Rivergate, Peterborough PE1 1EN, England
6. Premier Inn London Greenford
Premier Inn London Greenford is an out‑of‑town West London option that makes a lot of sense if you’re willing to trade a Zone 1 postcode for seriously lower nightly rates. Set on Western Avenue, just off the A40, it offers free on‑site parking, an on‑site restaurant and consistently clean, comfortable rooms – a solid formula if you’re driving or don’t mind a short hop into town.
If you’re headed for West London, the Premier Inn Hammersmith Talgarth Road is another solid choice.
Perivale Underground station is around a 10‑minute walk, putting you on the Central line for straightforward trips into Oxford Circus, the West End and the City. Wembley Stadium and the OVO Arena Wembley are within easy reach by car or public transport, making this a good choice if you’re heading to a gig or match but don’t fancy central London prices.
💰 Price guide: Typically ~£70–£130 per night, with cheaper deals midweek and off‑season.
⭐ Tripadvisor rating: 4.2 out of 5 at time of writing.
❓ Best for: Drivers heading into London, events at Wembley, budget‑friendly West London stays
📍 Address: Western Avenue, Greenford, Ealing UB6 8TE, England
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7. Premier Inn Milton Keynes South
Premier Inn Milton Keynes South is unusual in one key respect: it’s the only Premier Inn with a historic windmill in its grounds, sitting beside Caldecotte Lake on the southern edge of the city. The hotel itself is a low‑rise, lakeside property with many rooms looking out over the water, an on‑site restaurant in the Caldecotte Pub & Grill and plentiful free parking – ideal if you’re road‑tripping through the middle of England. Rooms are typical Premier Inn: comfortable beds, good showers and quietly functional interiors rather than design statements.
Caldecotte Lake has a network of walking paths, making early‑morning or evening laps around the water an easy win, and the code‑breaking museum at Bletchley Park is only a short drive away. With the M1 and central Milton Keynes nearby, it works both as a peaceful base for local exploring and as a halfway pit‑stop when driving from one end of the country to the other.
💰 Price guide: Usually ~£60–£130 per night.
⭐ Tripadvisor rating: 4.1 out of 5 at time of writing.
❓ Best for: Road‑trippers, families visiting Bletchley Park, anyone wanting a calmer base near Milton Keynes
📍 Address: Lakeside Grove, Bletcham Way, Caldecotte, Milton Keynes MK7 8HP, England
8. Premier Inn Leicester City Centre
Right in the middle of Leicester, the Premier Inn Leicester City Centre occupies St Georges Tower – a tall, colour‑blocked building that’s hard to miss – and offers exactly what you’d hope for from a big‑city Premier Inn. Rooms are modern and functional, there’s on‑site breakfast (with both continental and cooked options) and limited guest parking, and you’re close enough to the station and shopping streets that you can comfortably ignore public transport once you’ve arrived.
Leicester’s compact centre means that cultural and sporting attractions are mostly within walking distance or a short bus hop: whether you’re here for the Richard III Visitor Centre, the National Space Centre or a match at the King Power Stadium, this hotel keeps logistics simple without straying into luxury‑price territory. It’s a good example of how highly rated Premier Inns can stand in for much pricier brands in mid‑sized cities.
💰 Price guide: Often around ~£80–£130 per night.
⭐ Tripadvisor rating: 4.1 out of 5 at time of writing.
❓ Best for: Budget city breaks, football weekends, exploring Leicester’s compact centre
📍 Address: St Georges Tower, 1A St Georges Way, Leicester LE1 1AA, England
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9. Premier Inn London Gatwick Airport South (London Road)
If you’re flying from Gatwick and don’t mind being a little further from the terminals in exchange for a much lower bill, Premier Inn London Gatwick Airport South (London Road) hits a very sweet spot. Located at Lowfield Heath, about a five‑minute drive from Gatwick’s South Terminal, it offers on‑site parking, a pub‑style restaurant and all the usual Premier Inn comforts, but at prices that can be significantly lower than the on‑airport hotels. Rooms are larger than some of the ultra‑compact terminal properties (looking at you Bloc Hotel) and feel more like a traditional hotel than a crash‑pad.
Note: If you’re flying from the North Terminal, we recommend staying at the Travelodge instead. Check out our Travelodge Gatwick Airport Central review.
Local public buses and short taxi rides connect you to the airport, and Crawley town centre – with its cinema, shops and restaurants – is close enough for a quick wander if you’ve got an evening spare. For travellers who would happily swap a five‑minute walk to departures for a more generous room and a smaller bill, this is one of the better budget hotels around Gatwick.
💰 Price guide: Frequently ~£40–£110 per night, with some of the lowest rates midweek and off‑season.
⭐ Tripadvisor rating: Around 4/5 at time of writing.
❓ Best for: Early‑morning Gatwick flights, families wanting more space than terminal hotels, motorists using Gatwick as a hub
📍 Address: London Road, Lowfield Heath, Crawley RH10 9ST, England
10. Premier Inn Birmingham City Centre Bridge Street
Premier Inn Birmingham City Centre Bridge Street (sometimes still referred to as Broad Street Canal Side) is a canal‑side property a short walk from the International Convention Centre, Symphony Hall and the bars of Brindleyplace and Broad Street. The building itself is unflashy but well‑kept, with standard Premier Inn rooms, a 24‑hour front desk, on‑site dining and good soundproofing given its central location. You won’t find spa facilities or concierge services, but you will get a quiet room within easy reach of Birmingham’s main cultural and nightlife districts.
Gas Street Basin – one of the prettiest stretches of canal in Birmingham – is just around the corner, and both Five Ways and Birmingham New Street stations are walkable, making this a very practical base whether you’re here for a gig, a conference or simply a weekend of eating and drinking by the water. As a value‑first option in England’s second city, it comfortably earns its place as one of of the top Premier Inn hotels.
💰 Price guide: Often ~£60–£120 per night.
⭐ Tripadvisor rating: Around 4/5 at time of writing.
❓ Best for: City breaks, ICC and arena events, canal‑side evenings in Birmingham
📍 Address: 20 Bridge Street, Birmingham B1 2JR, England
Making the most of Premier Inn and hub by Premier Inn
All of these properties share the same core strengths: predictable rooms, generally strong cleanliness scores and staff who are used to dealing with one‑nighters and short stays. For the full‑fat Premier Inn hotels, you can usually expect larger rooms, more natural light and slightly more comfortable stays, particularly if you’re travelling as a couple or family and want somewhere to decompress in the evenings.
Hub by Premier Inn, meanwhile, demands a bit more compromise – smaller rooms, less storage, sometimes limited or no windows – but pays you back with what are arguably some of the best Premier Inn hotel locations in London, walking distance from major sights at prices that undercut many rival chain and boutique hotels nearby. If you go in with realistic expectations and treat the room as a base rather than a retreat, hub can be an excellent way to stretch your budget further without sacrificing the ability to step straight out into the neighbourhood you came to see.
Premier Inn FAQs
According to actual traveller feedback, the best English Premier Inn is the Berwick-upon-Tweed property with a rating of 4.7 out of 5.
Yes. hub by Premier Inn hotels are more compact than standard Premier Inns, with smaller rooms and fewer frills. They trade space and storage for excellent central locations and lower prices.
Yes. Premier Inn is often one of the best budget options for airport stopovers, especially at Heathrow and Gatwick, where location and convenience matter more than luxury extras.
For sightseeing, hub by Premier Inn London Westminster, St James’ Park is hard to beat because it puts major landmarks within walking distance. Other centrally located Premier Inns are available, but they are nowhere near as highly rated.
Premier Inn Peterborough City Centre, Premier Inn Leicester City Centre and Premier Inn Birmingham City Centre Bridge Street are all strong value choices for city breaks.
Most do, either on site or next door, and breakfast is usually available. Standard Premier Inns are typically more generous than hub by Premier Inn properties in terms of dining and overall facilities.
Yes. Premier Inn is known for consistent quality at budget-friendly prices, which is why it works well for road trips, airport stopovers and short city breaks.
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