Hockley Travel Guide
Nottingham
Popular places to visit
University of Nottingham
Overlooking a lake, the spire of the Trent Building is one of Nottingham’s most distinctive sites, representing over 135 years of higher education in the city.
Motorpoint Arena Nottingham
Catch an event at Motorpoint Arena Nottingham during your trip to Nottingham. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.
Theatre Royal
Watch an entertaining show and learn about the city’s dramatic arts scene at this prominent theater. Meet friends for a pre-show chat in the bar or restaurant.
City Ground
Catch an event at City Ground during your trip to Nottingham. Discover the area's entertainment choices and shops.
Nottingham Castle
Hear tales of sieges, civil war, high treason and Robin Hood in this historic castle that conceals a labyrinth of underground tunnels.
Trent Bridge
You can find out about the history of Nottingham with a visit to Trent Bridge. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.
Top hotels in Hockley
Mercure Nottingham City Centre George Hotel
Obviously not a new building but comfy clean and good location
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
The Orchard Hotel & Restaurant
Clean room
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Leonardo Hotel Nottingham
Friendly staff, clean, comfortable and very nice breakfast.
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
Park Plaza Nottingham
Nice
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
B&B HOTEL Derby
Good modern hotel, helpful staff
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Nottingham-Gateway
Great check in, great room, great dinner, great breakfast all delivered by great staff.
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Hockley
Lace Market
Visitors highly recommend Lace Market for its abundant dining options, and you can make a stop by Nottingham Contemporary while you're in town.
Nottingham City Centre
The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Nottingham City Centre. Make a stop by Old Market Square or Theatre Royal while you're exploring the area.
Sneinton
While there might not be top attractions in Sneinton, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Nottingham Racecourse and Motorpoint Arena Nottingham.
The Park
Though The Park may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Nottingham Playhouse and Nottingham Castle.
Forest Fields
While Forest Fields isn't home to many top sights, Rock City Nottingham and Nottingham Cathedral are some notable places to visit nearby.
West Bridgford
You'll enjoy the restaurants and riverfront in West Bridgford. You might want to make time for a stop at Trent Bridge Cricket Ground or Trent Bridge.
