Westcotes
Leicester
Popular places to visit
National Space Centre
Learn about the solar system and famous space missions, become a trainee astronaut for the day and attend planetarium shows at this interactive museum.
Curve Theatre
At the heart of Leicester’s Cultural Quarter is this modern theater, which hosts everything from ballets and concerts to dramas and stand-up comedy shows.
Leicester Cathedral
Home to the crypt of King Richard III, this medieval church also has impressive carvings, ornate chapels and a public art instillation.
Leicester Town Hall
Marvel at the intricate craftsmanship of this 19th-century landmark, take a tour of its stately rooms and relax in a leafy public square.
New Walk Museum
Examine millennia-old dinosaur fossils, mummies from ancient Egypt and work by artists such as J.M.W. Turner at this museum and gallery.
University of Leicester
Explore the campus of University of Leicester during your travels in Leicester. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Top hotels in Westcotes
Campbell's Guest House
Shops close
Reviewed on 3 Oct 2025
Abinger Guest House
I liked its layed back setup, closeness to the city centre and its cleanliness.
Reviewed on 9 Sept 2025
Burleigh Court Hotel
A lovely stay in this very well presented hotel. Friendly and helpful staff.Easy parking makes the stay so comfortable.
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Leonardo Hotel and Conference Venue Hinckley Island
Great night stay
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
Radisson Blu Hotel East Midlands Airport
Choose hotel because it was on the airport with a shuttle bus. Room was spacious and breakfast offering very good.
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025
voco Leicester by IHG
Lovely hotel, have stayed several times before. Bathroom was looking a little tired, with a chipped sink and not as clean as usual
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Westcotes
Leicester City Centre
Travellers come to Leicester City Centre for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Leicester Town Hall and Curve Theatre while you're in town.
Cultural Quarter
If you're spending some time in Cultural Quarter, Curve Theatre and Athena Conference Centre are top sights worth seeing.
Clarendon Park
Though Clarendon Park may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like De Montford Hall and Welford Road Stadium.
Latimer
While Latimer isn't home to many top sights, National Space Centre and Athena Conference Centre are some notable places to visit nearby.
Belgrave
While there might not be top attractions in Belgrave, you can explore the larger area and discover places like National Space Centre and Athena Conference Centre.
Glenfield
While there might not be top attractions in Glenfield, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Belvoir Castle and Bradgate Park.
