The Bell Gate House

3.5 star property
3.5-star Victorian guest house near Curve Theatre

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Interior detail
Double or Twin Room | Premium bedding, minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished
Staircase
Room amenity

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

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Bell Gate House, 156 Belgrave Gate, Leicester, England, LE1 3XL
  • Place, Curve Theatre
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, De Montfort University
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, National Space Centre
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, East Midlands (EMA)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Room options

Single Room

  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Double Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Leicester

Leicester City Centre stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Leicester City Centre guesthouse, you'll find Curve Theatre and De Montfort University. National Space Centre and De Montford Hall are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Highcross Shopping Centre - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Athena Conference Centre - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Curve Theatre - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • De Montfort University - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • National Space Centre - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Leicester (QEW-Leicester Train Station) - 15 min walk
  • East Midlands Airport (EMA) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Maison - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪McIndians - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Abu Daniel Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Chimini Café - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Musician - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Bell Gate House

3.5-star Victorian guest house near Curve Theatre
The Bell Gate House offers its guests a terrace and laundry facilities. WiFi is free in public spaces. A complete renovation of The Bell Gate House was completed in March 2020.

This Victorian Leicester guesthouse is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 14 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1850
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • No smoking on site
The Bell Gate House offers 14 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and complimentary bottled water. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks. Beds feature premium bedding. 29-inch Smart televisions come with cable channels and Netflix.

Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and portable fans. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Accessibility

  • 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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 29-inch smart TV with cable channels
  • Netflix

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets 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

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: GBP 100 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. 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 Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and window guards in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in 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

How close is The Bell Gate House to the airport?

The Bell Gate House is 19.3 mi (37-min drive) away from the East Midlands Airport (EMA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Bell Gate House?

As of Nov 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Bell Gate House on Dec 3, 2025 start from $79.58, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Bell Gate House have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Bell Gate House.

Does The Bell Gate House offer free breakfast?

The Bell Gate House does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Bell Gate House?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse, but Mecca Bingo Leicester (8-min drive) is nearby.

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.

Is there free parking at The Bell Gate House?

Free parking is not available at this guesthouse.

Does The Bell Gate House have a pool?

The Bell Gate House does not have a pool.

Does The Bell Gate House have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is The Bell Gate House to downtown Leicester?

The Bell Gate House is 0.3 mi away from Leicester.