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Premier Inn Derby City Centre (Cathedral Quarter) hotel

4.3-rated Premier Inn Derby City Centre offers modern rooms, free Wi-Fi, a restaurant in Derby's historic Cathedral Quarter, near top attractions and airports.

Full St, Derby DE1 3AF, United Kingdom View on map
8.6/10
Very Good Based on 990 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Paid breakfast Paid parking Accessible Air-conditioned
What recent guests emphasize

Premier Inn Derby City Centre (Cathedral Quarter) hotel

Guests appreciate the hotel's central location, attentive staff, and comfortable, well-maintained rooms, set in a lively historic area near major local attractions.

Guests often praise

  • Helpful, friendly, and attentive staff who go above and beyond, especially during events.
  • Clean, comfortable, and well-maintained rooms with modern amenities.
  • Excellent buffet breakfast and good-quality restaurant food.
  • Convenient central location within walking distance to city centre and local attractions.
  • Reasonably priced parking near the hotel.

Worth knowing

  • Some rooms may have minor issues like damp smell initially, but this generally clears quickly.
  • Charging sockets in bathrooms are not always available for devices like shavers or toothbrushes.
  • Restaurant prices can be on the higher side for some guests.
  • Limited availability of upgraded "Plus" rooms compared to other Premier Inns.
  • Early check-in can be arranged and is appreciated by guests.

Best for

  • Visitors attending events in Derby, especially those at nearby venues like the Quad.
  • Travelers seeking a centrally located hotel close to historical sites and city attractions.
  • Guests looking for a friendly and welcoming atmosphere, including LGBTQ+ friendly options.
  • Visitors who want easy access to traditional pubs, the Derby Museum, and shopping areas.
  • Budget-conscious travelers who value comfort and quality service.
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About this property

Welcome to Premier Inn Derby City Centre (Cathedral Quarter) hotel

Located on Full Street in Derby’s Cathedral Quarter, Premier Inn Derby City Centre (Cathedral Quarter) hotel offers modern, budget-friendly accommodation in a lively and historic area. The property benefits from proximity to traditional pubs, the centuries-old cathedral, and cultural attractions like Derby Museum and Art Gallery. Its central setting makes it convenient for visitors interested in exploring the city’s heritage and local events.

The hotel features straightforward, clean rooms equipped with free Wi-Fi, appealing to travelers looking for practical comfort. Guest reviews highlight the comfortable rooms and attentive staff, though some note the absence of premium room options and occasional minor room issues such as dampness. Breakfast at the onsite restaurant receives positive feedback for its quality, despite occasional comments on pricing for dinner offerings.

Amenities include an LGBTQ+ friendly environment, contributing to an inclusive atmosphere. Check-in is from 15:00 with checkout by noon. While parking is not detailed on-site, nearby options are affordable and accessible. The hotel's bar and restaurant serve as social hubs during local events, with staff recognized for going the extra mile to enhance guest experience.

For those interested in nearby activities, The Museum of Making and National Trust’s Kedleston Hall are within reach, offering cultural and historical exploration. Its location also provides relatively easy access to major airports like East Midlands, Birmingham, and Manchester, facilitating travel connections. This hotel suits visitors prioritizing central location and straightforward accommodation with good connectivity to Derby’s attractions.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Paid breakfast
Paid parking
Accessible
Air-conditioned
Kid-friendly
Restaurant
Bar
Smoke-free

Not available at this property

Pool
Pet-friendly
Airport shuttle
Fitness center
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

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Calvin Croft Apr 06, 2026
10

This was my second year staying at this Premier Inn for the annual Tomb Raider fan event this weekend, and once again the experience was fantastic. The rooms are clean and well maintained, and the team here are simply impeccable. They even extended the bar opening hours for the event, and despite how busy it was both years, the service never slipped. On our first night this year, my friend and I arrived a night earlier than most, we were chatting with the night team and discovered that one of the staff, Lauren, was getting some things together- she had created handmade tomb raider themed baubles, 3D-printed and hnad painted Lara Croft figures, and even knitted a couple of Lara rag dolls for guests to purchase — all in aid of Great Ormond Street Hospital! Needless to say, they sold out quickly. Such an amazing and thoughtful gesture for a great cause. A huge thank you to the entire team — you really go above and beyond every time. Can’t wait to stay again next year!

MS
Mark Sutton Mar 17, 2026
10

Great location, lovely helpful staff. I've stayed here many times and never disappointed. Would be helpful to have a charging socket for shaver / toothbrush in the bathroom though. Buffet breakfast is excellent quality. Parking next door is very reasonably priced and literally minutes walk to the town centre. Highly recommended when in Derby.

SC
Ste Cornish Jan 31, 2026
8.0

Standard rooms, clean and comfortable. Great location and very close to the city centre. Restaurant food is good quality but a little pricey

GC
G C Jan 28, 2026
10

With a P Inn you always know what you get. We were a little disappointed that they didn't have any P Plus rooms. But in the nes it was fine. Room smelt a bit damp when we arrived. But cleared after an hour. The breakfast team were one of the best I habe seen at a P Inn. Super friendly, helpful and efficient. We didn't have a car so cant comment on parking. Location was very central. Easy access to everything. Easy to get Uber taxis.

RC
Rachel Church Jan 27, 2026
10

Myself and a huge gathering of my friends attend annually for the large Tomb Raider event at the Quad. The Premier inn is situated almost directly opposite making it an ideal location for our needs and plus the bar is where we hold our social gathering afterwards. Where there's a lot of us the staff work tirelessly to ensure we're served and our needs are met, they even stored my phone that I left unattended and member of staff kept it safe behind the bar for me. I always look forward to our time there and am incredibly grateful for the hard work the staff put in for us.

DS
Danny Sports Jan 23, 2026
10

Great hotel as it is very central in Derby. I was also impressed with the room as it is very well maintained and very comfortable. The early check in was very nice and I appreciated it a lot. This is the best Premier inn hotel i’ve ever stayed in!

RF
Ria Fields Jan 21, 2026
10

Stayed here NYE for two nights, was a great experience, the male and female staff members working in evenings were really helpful and nothing was too much trouble. Room was clean and bed was very comfortable. Good location for shopping. Great value for money, will be booking again.

BL
barrie logan Jan 13, 2026
10

Arrived at hotel booked early check-in and was attended to straight away. Staying or 3 nights so told if we wanted room cleaning anything just ask .booked the meal deal which includes buffet breakfast and 2 coarse evening meal. We usually only have the breakfast but seeing it was new years eve we didn't want to wander around trying to find somewhere to eat .the evening meal was better than expected having.the mixed grill, gammon diner and the traditional fish and chips plus a sweet and a drink every night all cooked to perfection. The 2 staff that looked after us on an evening Lyle and Susanne were very polite and cheerful and couldn't do enough or you .this for me is one of the best premier inns that we visit .the staff food and location are great .definitely will return

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Premier Inn Derby City Centre (Cathedral Quarter) hotel

Derby, United Kingdom

Lively, historic area with traditional pubs, a centuries-old cathedral & paintings at Derby Museum.

  • Derby 20 min Walk
  • Derby bus station 7 min Walk
  • Queen's Leisure Centre 5 min Walk
  • Manchester Airport 1 hr 37 Car · 2 hr 19 Transit
  • Birmingham Airport 1 hr 2 Car · 1 hr 17 Transit
  • East Midlands Airport 21 min Car · 53 min Transit
Things to do nearby

Worth the walk or a quick ride

Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in Derby. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.

Derby Museum & Art Gallery 1,669 reviews

Derby Museum & Art Gallery

The Strand, Derby DE1 1BS, United Kingdom

4.6 · Museum
The Museum of Making 1 reviews

The Museum of Making

1 Silk Ml Ln, Derby DE1 3AF, United Kingdom

4.6 · Museum
National Trust - Kedleston Hall 5,313 reviews

National Trust - Kedleston Hall

Derby DE22 5JH, United Kingdom

4.7 · Tourist Attraction
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