A football trip to England is a bucket-list experience for fans from around the world — and for good reason. Premier League stadiums offer some of the best atmospheres in world football, the cities surrounding them have plenty to offer beyond the 90 minutes, and the infrastructure for visiting fans is excellent. But the right hotel makes or breaks the trip. You don't want to spend the second half thinking about a midnight train back to a substandard room.
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In this guide, we've put together hotel recommendations for all 20 Premier League clubs in the 2026/27 season, plus some popular Championship sides worth visiting. We've visited most of these cities ourselves and know what works for a typical group of travelling football fans: good location, decent standard, and a price that doesn't wipe out next season's travel budget.
General advice: Book early. Match days — especially Saturdays and European nights — fill hotels fast, and prices can double in the final weeks before kick-off compared to booking three months ahead. In London, always prioritise proximity to the Underground over proximity to the stadium. In Manchester, Liverpool and Newcastle, a central hotel covers you for everything.
Our top picks – quick overview
| City / Club | Hotel | Price range |
|---|---|---|
| London (all clubs) | London House Hotel, Bayswater | 💰💰 |
| London (budget) | Ibis London Blackfriars | 💰 |
| Manchester | Holiday Inn Express City Centre Arena | 💰 |
| Manchester (premium) | The Lowry Hotel | 💰💰💰 |
| Liverpool | The Resident Liverpool | 💰💰 |
| Liverpool (budget) | Tune Hotel Liverpool | 💰 |
| Newcastle | Sandman Signature (next to St. James' Park) | 💰💰 |
| Birmingham (Aston Villa) | Holiday Inn Express Snow Hill | 💰 |
| Leeds | Radisson Blu City Centre | 💰💰 |
| Brighton | The Grand Brighton | 💰💰💰 |
| Nottingham Forest | Mercure Nottingham City Centre | 💰💰 |
| Bournemouth | Hampton by Hilton Bournemouth | 💰💰 |
| Sunderland | Hilton Garden Inn Sunderland | 💰💰 |
| Hull | DoubleTree by Hilton Hull | 💰💰 |
| Coventry | Telegraph Hotel Coventry | 💰💰 |
| Ipswich | Salthouse Harbour Hotel | 💰💰💰 |
Full recommendations and more options per city further down.
Practical tips before you book
Location vs. transport: In London, there is no single "right" hotel for all clubs — it's a city of nine million people with an excellent Underground network. A central hotel near a Tube station is almost always better than chasing hotels near individual stadiums on the outskirts. In cities like Manchester, Liverpool, Newcastle and Birmingham, a central hotel covers you for all clubs in that city.
Booking platforms: Always check both Booking.com and Hotels.com. Prices vary, and loyalty programmes can earn you free nights over time. Many links in this article are affiliate links — you pay the same price, but we receive a small commission that keeps the blog running.
Match days and cancellation: Always choose a hotel with free cancellation up to 24–48 hours before arrival. Fixtures get rescheduled, tickets fall through, life happens. Don't get locked into a non-refundable booking at triple the price.
Price guide used in this article:
- 💰 = Budget (under £80/night for a double room)
- 💰💰 = Mid-range (£80–150/night)
- 💰💰💰 = Premium (over £150/night)
Premier League 2026/27 – hotels by club
Arsenal (Emirates Stadium, Holloway, North London)
London opens up a world of hotel options. Our go-to recommendation for London — regardless of which club you're visiting — is London House Hotel 💰💰 in Bayswater: great Tube connections, a friendly atmosphere and reasonable prices for London. Ibis London Blackfriars 💰 is a reliable budget option with a solid central location. Want to stay closer to Emirates? Argyle Apart Hotel 💰💰 is one of the nearest options. Adagio Aparthotel Brentford 💰💰 is also a consistently solid choice.
📍 Tube to Emirates: Piccadilly Line to Arsenal station (3-min walk).
Aston Villa (Villa Park, Aston, Birmingham)
Birmingham is England's second-largest city with hotels at every price point. Our favourite is Holiday Inn Express Snow Hill 💰 — central, clean and affordable. Ibis Styles Birmingham Centre 💰 and Four Points Flex 💰💰 are solid alternatives, while Adagio Aparthotel Birmingham 💰💰 is ideal if your group wants extra space. Want to stay right by Villa Park? The Aston Tavern 💰 is the natural choice.
📍 Villa Park is in Aston, about 2km from the city centre. Bus or 25-min walk.
Bournemouth (Vitality Stadium, King's Park)
Bournemouth is a pleasant seaside town on the south coast — a football trip here can easily be combined with a day at the beach (weather permitting). The hotel selection is broad, but many older hotels along the seafront are tired. We recommend Hampton by Hilton Bournemouth 💰💰, Park Inn by Radisson 💰💰 and Holiday Inn Bournemouth 💰💰. For something more upscale, Hilton Bournemouth 💰💰💰 is usually worth the price.
📍 Stadium is about 2km from the town centre — 5 minutes by taxi.
Brentford (Gtech Community Stadium, Brentford, West London)
Since Brentford is in London, all the general London recommendations apply. But with the stadium in Brentford itself, Adagio Aparthotel Brentford 💰💰 is the natural first choice — a modern aparthotel within walking distance of the Gtech Community Stadium. Novotel Brentford 💰💰 is a reliable alternative in the same area. The London staples — London House Hotel 💰💰 and Ibis London Blackfriars 💰 — always apply.
Brighton & Hove Albion (Amex Stadium, Falmer)
Brighton is one of England's most vibrant cities — you can combine Premier League football with a great evening in the best nightlife scene outside London. The Grand Brighton 💰💰💰 is a timeless, grand English hotel right on the seafront. Staybridge Suites 💰💰 offers spacious suites at a reasonable price, and Brighton Harbour Hotel & Spa 💰💰💰 suits those who want to combine football with a bit of wellness.
📍 Amex Stadium is in Falmer, about 5km from the city centre. Train from Brighton station (9 min).
Chelsea (Stamford Bridge, Fulham Road, West London)
You can actually stay inside Stamford Bridge itself at the Millennium & Copthorne Hotels at Chelsea FC 💰💰💰 — a unique experience, but prices surge on match days. For most visitors, London House Hotel or Ibis Blackfriars are better value. Adagio Aparthotel Brentford 💰💰 is geographically close to Stamford Bridge and an excellent option.
Coventry City (CBS Arena, Coventry) — Promoted to PL 2026/27
Coventry are back in the Premier League for the first time in over 25 years — a historic moment for the club and the city. Coventry sits in the West Midlands, roughly halfway between London and Manchester. The hotel selection is limited compared to major cities, but Telegraph Hotel Coventry 💰💰 is the city's most characterful option — a former telegraph building converted into a boutique hotel. Ramada Hotel & Suites Coventry 💰💰 is a reliable alternative. Many visitors will combine the trip with time in Birmingham (30 min by train), which offers a far wider range of hotels and restaurants.
📍 CBS Arena is outside the city centre. Taxi or bus recommended.
Crystal Palace (Selhurst Park, South London)
Selhurst Park is in Croydon, south London — slightly out of the centre but well served by tram and rail. Hampton by Hilton Croydon 💰💰 and Leonardo Hotel Croydon 💰💰 are both within walking distance of Selhurst Park. For a more central base, London House Hotel 💰💰 and Ibis London Blackfriars 💰 are the standard London picks.
📍 Tram from central Croydon to Selhurst stop (2-min walk to stadium).
Everton (Hill Dickinson Stadium, Liverpool)
Everton moved into their stunning new Hill Dickinson Stadium at Bramley-Moore Dock for the 2025/26 season — one of the finest new stadium builds in Europe, with a capacity of over 52,000. Hotel options for Everton and Liverpool broadly overlap, but Everton fans may prefer to stay a little closer to the North Docks area.
Our favourite aparthotels are Adagio Aparthotel Liverpool City Centre 💰💰 and Cove Paradise Street 💰💰. For a traditional hotel, we recommend The Resident Liverpool 💰💰 (formerly The Nadler) and Maldron Hotel Liverpool 💰💰. The budget pick is Tune Hotel Liverpool 💰.
Fulham (Craven Cottage, Fulham, West London)
Craven Cottage is one of England's most beautiful and atmospheric stadiums — right on the banks of the Thames. The nearest hotel of decent standard is Captain Cook Hotel 💰💰, about 1km from the ground. The London staples London House Hotel 💰💰 and Ibis London Blackfriars 💰 work well here too.
Hull City (MKM Stadium, Hull) — Promoted to PL 2026/27
Hull is a historic port city on the east coast — and Premier League football is a rare commodity here. It's a compact city that works well as a weekend trip. DoubleTree by Hilton Hull 💰💰 is the city's best hotel and centrally located. Holiday Inn Express Hull City Centre 💰 is a more budget-friendly option with good standards.
📍 MKM Stadium is west of the city centre — about 20-min walk or 5 min by taxi.
Ipswich Town (Portman Road, Ipswich) — Back in PL 2026/27
Ipswich are back in the Premier League after a season in the Championship, and Portman Road is one of England's most charming grounds — right in the heart of the city. Holiday Inn Ipswich 💰💰 is the safe choice. Salthouse Harbour Hotel 💰💰💰 is the city's most characterful hotel — a converted warehouse on the waterfront with an excellent restaurant.
Leeds United (Elland Road, Leeds)
Leeds are back where they belong, and Elland Road is one of England's most intense atmospheres on a match day. Leeds is a major city with a good spread of hotels at every price point. Radisson Blu Hotel Leeds City Centre 💰💰 is a reliable city-centre choice. DoubleTree by Hilton Leeds 💰💰 and Leonardo Hotel Leeds 💰💰 are solid alternatives. On a budget, Ibis Styles Leeds Centre Arena 💰 and Discovery Inn 💰 can offer very competitive prices.
📍 Elland Road is about 3km southwest of the city centre — bus or 35-min walk.
Liverpool (Anfield, Anfield)
Liverpool is one of the great football pilgrimages. Anfield's atmosphere is unmatched, and the city itself is warm, musical and endlessly entertaining. Our top aparthotel picks are Adagio Aparthotel Liverpool City Centre 💰💰 and Cove Paradise Street 💰💰. For traditional hotels, we recommend The Resident Liverpool 💰💰, The Shankly Hotel 💰💰 (named after the legendary manager) and Hope Street Hotel 💰💰💰.
Hardcore Liverpool fans can stay on Anfield Road at the Norwegian-owned Hotel Tia 💰💰, which organises legend events and matchday experiences. The budget option is Tune Hotel Liverpool 💰 — we've paid as little as £20 per person per night here.
Manchester City & Manchester United (Etihad / Old Trafford, Manchester)
Manchester is one of the world's great football cities and has hotels for every taste and budget. Hotel Football 💰💰💰 next to Old Trafford is a unique experience for United fans, but note it's a 20–25 minute walk from the city centre.
For everyone else, we recommend staying central. Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena 💰 is our best value pick — central, decent and fairly priced. Motel One Piccadilly 💰 is a newer favourite — stylish design at budget prices. DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Piccadilly 💰💰💰 is a step up in quality. The aparthotel Roomz Manchester Victoria 💰💰 and Yotel Deansgate 💰 are both good options. Best hotel in Manchester? The Lowry Hotel 💰💰💰 is at least top five.
Newcastle United (St. James' Park, Newcastle)
St. James' Park sits in the heart of Newcastle city centre — one of the few Premier League grounds you can genuinely walk to from most central hotels. Our clear first choice is Sandman Signature Newcastle 💰💰, right next to the stadium and well regarded by football tourists. Hotel Indigo Newcastle 💰💰 is a stylish boutique option. For apartments: Staybridge Suites Newcastle 💰💰 or Premier Suites Newcastle 💰💰. Budget picks: Four Points Flex by Sheraton Newcastle 💰 or Kabanas Newcastle 💰.
📍 St. James' Park is in the city centre — most hotels are within walking distance.
Nottingham Forest (City Ground, Nottingham)
Nottingham has a proud football history — back-to-back European Cup winners — and the city is known for the Robin Hood legend, Sherwood Forest and a genuinely enjoyable city centre. City Ground sits right by the River Trent, just outside the centre. Mercure Nottingham City Centre 💰💰 and Crowne Plaza Nottingham 💰💰 are the best central options. For something quieter outside the centre, Gamston Lock 💰💰 and The Orchard Hotel & Restaurant 💰💰 are worth considering.
📍 City Ground is about 1.5km from the centre — a pleasant 20-min walk along the river.
Sunderland (Stadium of Light, Sunderland)
Made world-famous by the Netflix documentary Sunderland 'Til I Die, the club has had a turbulent few years but is now back in the top flight. Stadium of Light is a large, impressive arena. Hilton Garden Inn Sunderland 💰💰 is our clear recommendation — modern, central and reliable. The Seaburn Inn 💰 is a simpler, cheaper option near the seafront. Newcastle (around 25 min by train) is an alternative with a wider hotel selection.
Tottenham Hotspur (Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, North London)
Tottenham Hotspur Stadium is one of England's newest and most impressive football venues, with outstanding facilities and a brilliant matchday atmosphere. The stadium is in N17, north London. The standard London picks apply: London House Hotel 💰💰 and Ibis London Blackfriars 💰 are both well connected by Tube. Adagio Aparthotel Brentford 💰💰 is a solid aparthotel option.
📍 Tube: Seven Sisters (Victoria Line) + 15-min walk, or Tottenham Hale.
Outside the Premier League – popular championship clubs
Blackburn Rovers (Ewood Park, Blackburn)
Blackburn is a small town, and many choose to stay in Manchester (45 min by train) for a better selection. For a local stay, Hampton by Hilton Blackburn 💰💰 and Best Western Hotel 99 💰 are the top picks. Closest to Ewood Park: Fernhurst Lodge 💰.
Southampton (St. Mary's Stadium, Southampton)
Southampton is a lively port city on the south coast — the last port of call for the Titanic and the starting point for countless cruise departures. Leonardo Hotel Southampton 💰💰 is closest to St. Mary's. Novotel Southampton 💰💰 and room2 Southampton 💰💰 (aparthotel) are good central alternatives.
Watford (Vicarage Road, Watford)
Watford is in London's commuter belt — many fans prefer to stay in central London and take the train (20 min from London Euston). If you want to stay locally, Leonardo Hotel London Watford 💰💰 and Best Western White House Hotel 💰 offer good value.
West Ham United (London Stadium, Stratford, East London) — Relegated 2025/26
West Ham were relegated after the 2025/26 season, but the London Stadium in Stratford — inherited from the 2012 Olympics — is still a spectacular venue. YOTELPAD London Stratford 💰💰 is the best near-stadium option. Ibis London Stratford 💰 is cheaper. Adagio Aparthotel Stratford 💰💰 is also worth considering.
Wolverhampton (Molineux Stadium, Wolverhampton) — Relegated 2025/26
Molineux is one of English football's most historic grounds and sits right in the city centre. Novotel Wolverhampton 💰💰 is the best central hotel. Holiday Inn Wolverhampton Racecourse 💰💰 is a solid alternative. Budget option: Redwings Lodge 💰.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the best place to stay in London for a Premier League match? A central hotel near a Tube station is always better than chasing hotels near individual stadiums. London House Hotel in Bayswater and Ibis London Blackfriars are two reliable picks that work for all London clubs. From either, you're no more than 30–40 minutes from any Premier League ground in the city.
Should I stay near the stadium or in the city centre? In London: always the city centre. In Manchester, Liverpool, Newcastle and Birmingham, the distances are shorter and a central hotel covers everything easily. In smaller cities like Coventry and Hull, where the stadium and centre are close together, you can stay central and walk or take a short taxi.
When should I book my hotel for a Premier League match? As soon as you have your ticket — ideally when you're still in the process of buying one. Match day hotels (especially Saturdays) fill quickly, and prices rise sharply in the final weeks. Booking 2–3 months ahead can save you 50–70% compared to last-minute rates.
Can I stay inside a Premier League stadium? Yes — at Chelsea (Millennium Copthorne at Stamford Bridge) you can stay inside the ground itself. At Newcastle, Sandman Signature is right next door to St. James' Park. Both are unique experiences, but Chelsea's hotel prices spike heavily on match days.
Which London hotel gives the best value for football trips? London House Hotel in Bayswater is our favourite: reasonable for London, great location and a welcoming atmosphere. Ibis London Blackfriars is cheaper and more standardised. Both are safe options.
Can I use the London Underground to get to all Premier League stadiums? Almost all of them. Most Premier League grounds in London are easily reached by Underground or Overground. Crystal Palace (Selhurst Park) is most easily reached by tram from Croydon. Brentford is best reached by Overground or District Line.
Is it worth travelling to smaller cities like Hull and Coventry for a match? Absolutely — this is often where you get the most authentic English football experience. Smaller grounds, closer to the local community, and tickets are far easier to come by than at Arsenal or Manchester United. Consider combining with a day in the nearest major city.
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