When you travel to support your team or watch a big match, a hotel room at the stadium can be the ultimate base. Forget those long journeys to the stadium, crowded public transport, finding a good fan base in an unknown city, or getting lost on your way back to a random hotel after a few celebratory drinks… A room or suite at one of our Top 10 stadium hotels can help you make the most of your visit – before, during, and after the game, and beyond.
Sportshotels.com is known for finding quality hotels around the UK and around the world to suit the greatest sporting holidays. These stadium hotels will get you closest to the action, and many of them offer deals and packages specifically designed for sports enthusiasts. These five even have rooms with a view of the pitch so you can watch other matches and practice sessions, and feel the energy build.
This Hilton is built into Stadium MK, and is only an 8-minute drive from the train station. It’s all you need for a comfortable stay supporting the MK Dons or for any other events at Marshall Arena, and the hotel has conferencing and meeting facilities too if you want to bring a team of your own. There’s even a warm cookie on arrival to make you feel welcome!
Guests have great things to say about the “football vibe” and fantastic view of the pitch, as well as the quality of accommodation, helpful staff, and tasty breakfasts.
There are plenty of restaurants and shops nearby, but without leaving the hotel you can treat yourself at the Marco Pierre White Steakhouse, or tuck in at the Pitchside Restaurant and Bar.
Built into Norwich City Football Club’s Stadium, with great pitch views from many of the rooms, this hotel is a favourite with football fans and leisure travellers alike.
It’s easy to get to, with a 10-minute walk to the railway station or a 10-minute drive into the city centre, with plenty of buses available.
The restaurant will get you ready for a hard day’s cheering, with popular breakfasts and handy meal packages. From a full family deal to pizza and prosecco or burgers and beer, there’s something for everyone after the game.
This is an excellent base to turn your sports overnighter into a weekend away for the whole family.
This hotel was built by football fans, for football fans. It has a popular Pitchview pre-match package from only £22 per person, as well as matchday bed & breakfast packages with early check-in and late check-out at 1pm, so you can sleep in. You can watch BWFC from your own balcony with a perfect view of the pitch.
Manchester is close by, with the city centre a 20-mile drive away, making it easy to extend your stay or get out and see the sights.
The bar, lounge and restaurant area is open until late, and there’s a private dining suite for up to 100 guests that’s ideal for special events, with a perfect view of the pitch.
It’s no surprise there’s another Hilton DoubleTree on our list, and this one is in Coventry. Many of us still think of this stadium as the Ricoh Arena, but it is now officially the Coventry Building Society Arena – home to the Wasps and Coventry City Football Club – and the hotel is firmly nestled within the stadium walls, less than 5 miles from the city centre.
Rooms with pitch views are first prize, but any other room or suite will provide the same Hilton standards and comfort we know and love. This hotel also has a casino and pet-friendly rooms, with an on-site restaurant and room service keeping guests well-fed before and after the match.
If you’re after more than football, the city of Coventry features theatres, restaurants, and sightseeing to keep everyone entertained, and there’s a railway station within the arena, making it even easier to get around.
Blackpool Football Club guests have a four star hotel option that’s right inside the stadium, complete with the Corner Flag restaurant and pub, a luxurious spa, and the lights of Blackpool within easy reach. The seafront is a quick 6-minute walk away, making the stadium hotel a fantastic base for endless fun.
Choose from pitch view or town view rooms, and indulge in a Sunday Spa package, or afternoon tea overlooking the pitch. This hotel is also well-equipped to host conferences and events, so you can make a football match part of an occasion, conference or teambuilding.
You won’t necessarily wake up to a view of your team on the pitch, but these hotels are so close to the stadiums that you can feel the roar of the crowd and and be part of every game. They make walking to and from a match quick and easy, and Sportshotels.com is impressed with their facilities and consistently great reviews.
“Eat. Drink. Sleep. Football” is the tagline, and this hotel delivers on that, time and time again. This hotel does in fact have excellent stadium views, and there are “squad rooms” specially kitted out for families – in addition to various other room types.
There’s a football café, of course, where delicious food is available all day – whether you’re looking for a pre-match snack or something a little fancier. The lively Manchester scene is right on your doorstep too, with bars, pubs and restaurants to suit every mood.
Take a look at our fantastic fan packages, like the “Ultimate Football Fan” which gives Manchester United fans a chance to get even closer with accommodation, breakfast, the official stadium and museum tour experience, and a discount at the Manchester United club shop.
voco Reading is located right next to the Madejski Stadium, and its special offers include discounts and deals for season ticket holders.
There are drinks and dining options for every occasion – from a pre-match burger on the terrace to a fine dining celebration at the hotel’s signature restaurant. There’s a gym and swimming pool to work off those snacks, and a variety of conference facilities – some of which overlook the stadium, for meetings that will be hard to forget.
You’ll also be close to Legoland and Windsor Castle, if you’re looking for more to do.
Giving Chelsea fans “the Chelsea treatment” includes excellent accommodation, food and drink, and service that has made this hotel famous.
There’s a themed Blues Room option for die-hard fans, plus all the different room and suite categories you’d expect. There’s a discount for official Chelsea FC members too!
When it comes to pre- and post-match, there’s the elegant 55 Bar and Restaurant, or Frankie’s Sports Bar & Diner, which boasts giant screens and is a perfect spot to watch other games when you’re not at the stadium.
All the sights and sounds of London are easy to reach too, of course, so there’s no end to the possibilities with Chelsea as your location.
Another London favourite, staying next to Wembley Stadium also puts you right next to Wembley Arena and London Designer Outlet. This is the hotel that will get you up close to all the Wembley action, along with the elegance and pampering for which the Hilton brand is famous. That includes a 24/7 gym, as well as a spa and sauna to relax those tired bodies after a big day out.
There’s a great choice of restaurants and bars in the hotel, from casual to classy, and the rooftop bar is the perfect place to celebrate or simply enjoy endless views. The Wembley area is filled with new developments, including your choice of eating, drinking, and socialising. Central London is easy to reach too, with Wembley Park station within easy walking distance.
Only 5 minutes’ walk from Anfield, and a close walk to Everton FC too, this hotel boasts great reviews and facilities that will make every visit a fantastic experience.
It’s easy to reach from the local station or airport, and is well-known for hosting sporting and many other events. From single-occupancy to family rooms, you’ll be well taken care of and treated like family.
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