The Bell Gate House sits near De Montford Hall and Leicester Royal Infirmary, offering practical comforts for a restorative stay. Guests connect via in-room WiFi, store luggage safely, and appreciate the convenience of laundry facilities and 24-hour front desk service.
Located in Leicester, The Bell Gate House is in the city center. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Victoria Park, while Curve Theatre and De Montford Hall are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at King Power Stadium. Visit our Leicester travel guide
Bell Gate House, 156 Belgrave Gate, Leicester, England, LE1 3XL
What's nearby
Curve Theatre
9 min walk - 0.8 km
Leicester Cathedral
10 min walk - 0.9 km
Highcross Shopping Centre
6 min walk - 0.5 km
Athena Conference Centre
8 min walk - 0.7 km
De Montfort University
14 min walk - 1.2 km
Getting around
Leicester (QEW-Leicester Train Station)
15 min walk
East Midlands Airport (EMA)
37 min drive
Restaurants
McIndians
3 min walk
La Maison
3 min walk
Cafe Majlis
2 min walk
Abu Daniel Restaurant
1 min walk
Han Dynasty Leicester 汉朝莱斯特店
3 min walk
About this property
The Bell Gate House
Guesthouse near Curve Theatre
Located close to De Montfort University and National Space Centre, The Bell Gate House provides a terrace and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
Luggage storage, smoke-free premises, and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and air conditioning.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
Heating and portable fans
Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
29-inch Smart TVs with Netflix and cable channels
Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Stair-free path to entrance
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
More
1 building
3 floors
Built in 1850
Smoking not allowed
Victorian architecture
Room amenities
Bedroom
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
29-inch smart TV with cable channels
Netflix
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Minibar
More
Air conditioning
Desk
Heating
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board on request
Laptop workspace
Portable fan
Soundproofed rooms
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Deposit: GBP 100 per stay
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and window guards
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
Property is also known as
Bell Gate House B&B Leicester
Bell Gate House B&B
Bell Gate House Leicester
Bell Gate House
The Bell Gate House Leicester
The Bell Gate House Guesthouse
The Bell Gate House Guesthouse Leicester
Frequently asked questions
Is The Bell Gate House pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
The Bell Gate House doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at The Bell Gate House?
Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).
What time is check-out at The Bell Gate House?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).
Where is The Bell Gate House located?
Located in Leicester City Centre, this guesthouse is within a 15-minute walk of Curve Theatre and De Montfort University. National Space Centre and De Montford Hall are also within 2 mi (3 km). Leicester (QEW-Leicester Train Station) is 15 minutes by foot and Leicester Station is 16 minutes.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
The Bell Gate House Reviews
7.4
Good
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Good location, really friendly and helpful staff who took a genuine interest in you as a guest.
Room was modern, clean and comfortable.
Would recommend and stay again
First impression was the hotel clean and tidy. My friend and I choose twin room option. I personally didnt get much sleep due to the mattress, there was no support, and the springs were pertruding, making it a very nosiy and uncomfortable night.
Kerry
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
8/10 Good
Verified traveler
Apr 4, 2025
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
It’s a very basic B&B, I choose it because of the location, the receptionsit was very helpful, no problems there, but the room is quite small, the beds are terrible, there is mould on the bathroom wall, and stains on the towel. It’s not the best value for money, considering other options in the city, but it was about right for me purely because of the location just a 5 minute walk from the Mattioli Arena where I had business to do during my stay.
Verified traveler
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
6/10 Okay
Derrann
Jun 1, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort
Small clean room, area not so great
For the price it is okay but it is a walk from the city centre and feels like it is in a rough area. Have to call to be let in and don’t agree with having to provide photo ID as this isn’t required in the UK
Suspect the property is primarily used by the council to house immigrants or homeless as the info leaflet says they’ll let local authorities know if you get kicked out for any reason.
Room was surprisingly clean but small, mattress was thin and could feel the springs.
When I arrived I didn’t think I would actually stay but it was clean enough and the inside is much better than the outside.
Positives: the reception man was nice and the location was very easy to get to.
Negatives: the room smelled bad, there was mould in the bathroom, and one of my pillows had mascara on. Additionally, the room was very cold, and the bed was not comfortable.
Unfortunately the people in the room next door were very loud and woke me up at 5am- obviously not the fault of the hotel itself but another reason for a restless night. I don’t think I would stay again.
The room had everything I needed & was pretty clean. En-suite shower (no bath but I prefer a shower anyway), sink & toilet were clean & in good condition. Kettle with coffee& tea options were fine & the TV had the usual free digital channels. I've paid a lot more for poorer rooms.
M
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
6/10 Okay
Matthew
Aug 10, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Budget room very close to the city centre
Excellent location being only a ten minute walk into the city centre.
A very reasonable price too and friendly staff on check in with good communication before we arrived.
The only two down sides were that the matresses were not comfortable at all and were two single beds pushed together to make a double. Also, the room was quite light (for us) at night because of the type of blind.
Those two things feel quite easy to fix though and other than those issues, it suited us well.