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Motels in United Kingdom: Cheap But Quality Guaranteed

A hotel is basically designed to help tourists unwind and relax. With a shape structure of L, U, or I, it includes rooms and other amenities. Motels with cheap rates became a good housing destination for tourists. It is also minutes away from businesses and recreational facilities along the city. This is with a quality and luxury approach.

A hotel is basically designed to help tourists unwind and relax. With a shape structure of L, U, or I, it includes rooms and other amenities. Most motels or hotels are usually found along highways that are near the central district area of a city.

Hence, in 1925, the word motel was derived from the Motel Inn of San Luis Obispo which was constructed by Arthur Henman. It was then referred as a connection of rooms in a single building.

Here is the list of cheap and affordable buildings in the United Kingdom:

• London

1. Best Western Gatwick Moat

Price: $20 and up

Best Western Gatwick Moat is located in Best Western Gatwick Moat House and the Gatwick Airport. It offers air conditioned and modern family rooms, wireless Internet access, Sky Television, sleeping areas between two up to seven guests, coffee making facilities, trouser press, hair dryer, a shuttle service, continental breakfast, a la carte menu from early evening, a meeting centre, multi level lighting, and a Conference Café.

Hotel Details
 No of Rooms – 125
 Family Rooms
 Wheel Chair Access
 Fitness Facility
 Business Center
 Meeting Room
 No of Floors - 6
 Dining
 Golf
2. Days Hotel London Shoreditch- 419 437 Hackney Road
• Number of Floors: 4
• Total Rooms: 178
• Check In: 02:00 PM
• Check Out: 11:00 AM
Days Hotel Shoreditch is in the Heart of London. They have air-conditioned rooms for the business and leisure traveler. It is a newly built hotel with an easy access to London’s financial district.

Amenities:

• No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
• Wake-up Service
• Wireless and Wired Internet Service
• Pets Allowed
• Free Newspaper
• Air Conditioned
• Free Airport Shuttle
• Parking
• Audio Visual Equipment
• Business Center
• Continental Breakfast
• Pets Allowed
• Restaurant
• Safe Deposit Box
• Security
• Television with Cable
• Wake-up Service
• Meeting/Banquet Facilities
• Iron
• AM/FM Alarm Clock
• Flat screen Television
• Breakfast
• Ironing Board
• Coffee Maker in Room
• Parking
• Credit Cards Available for Deposit: AX; CA; DC; SW; VI
Nearby Hotels:

• Express By Holiday Inn LONDON CITY - 1.24 miles
• Travelodge London Liverpool Street - 1.41 miles
• City Hotel - 1.13 miles
• Ibis London City - 1 .27 miles
• City Hotel: 1.13 miles away; hotel rate from 65.00 GBP to 200.00 GBP

3. Henry VIII

Price: 59 Euros

Address: 19 Leinster Gardens

• Check-In - 14:00 hours
• Check-Out - 11:00 hours

Henry VIII is in close proximity to underground railway stations. It is located in the central part of London and just a walk away from Kensington Gardens and Hyde Park. It is also a 2 minute walk from Hyde Park. This hotel is good for those who wish to visit the major attractions of London.

Facilities:

• 106 rooms
• 24-Hour Front Desk
• Non-smoking public and private spaces
• Elevator
• Bar
• Safety Deposit Box
• Sauna, Indoor Swimming Pool
• Luggage Storage
• Heating
• Indoor swimming pool
Services Offered:
Fax/Photocopying, Business Centre, Dry Cleaning, Room Service, Ironing Service, Meeting/Banquet Facilities, Wireless internet - costs GBP 5.00 per hour
Others:
• Cancelled accommodation: 1 day before the date of arrival, no charge in fees
• When using existing bedding , all children under 2 years can stay, free of charge
• Free of charge for cots (children under 2 years)
• Extra beds in the room - no capacity limit
• Capacity of baby cots in a room – maximum is 1.
• Extra beds and baby cots are upon request and need to be confirmed with the hotel in advance.
• The hotel does not allow pets.
Credit cards accepted:
Euro/Mastercard, Visa, American Express
Nearby Areas:

• Centrally located in cosmopolitan Bayswater.
• Close proximity to the Albert Museum (15 minutes walk), Victoria, Oxford Street (10 minutes by tube), Kensington Gardens, Theatre Land (15 minutes), and Theatre Land (15 minutes Hyde Park (3 minutes walk),
4. The Cosmo Bedford House Hotel, London

Price: $38

The Cosmo Bedford House Hotel is a family owned run town hotel which is in close to the British Museum, London’s Theatreland and Oxford Street. It has 17 rooms with smoke alarms and Concierge Services.

Amenities:
• Coffee Maker
• Hair Dryer
• Iron
• Shower
• Ironing Board
• Desk
• Television
• Wake-up Service
• Bathtub
• Private Bath
5. Jubilee Cottage Bed & Breakfast

Price: $40

This motel was built in the year 1890. It has 4 floors, 24 rooms and a common wireless access area.

Amenities:
• Balcony/Terrace
• Daily Maid Service
• Private Bath
• Coffee Maker
• Shower
• Telephone
• Television

• MANCHESTER

6. Best Western Willowbank Hotel

Price: 49 Euros

Address: 340 Wilmslow Rd, Fallowfield

• Check-In - 14:30 hours
• Check-Out - 11:00 hours

Best Western Willowbank Hotel is in close proximity to the major roads of the region. It was refurbished in the year 2007. It is a 3 star modern hotel that provides easy accessibility to the main conference arenas, universities, shopping centers and entertainment facilities of the city. It is a mere 15 minute away from the Manchester Airport.

Amenities/ Facilities:

• 116 rooms
• 24-Hour Front Desk
• Luggage Storage
• Non-Smoking Rooms
• Restaurant
• Express Check-In/Check-Out
• Newspapers
• Safety Deposit Box
• Golf Course- 3 km
Services offered:
• Ironing Service
• Packed Lunches
• Room Service
• Dry Cleaning
• Breakfast in the room
• Meeting/Banquet Facilities
• VIP Room Facilities
• Bridal Suite
• Fax/Photocopying
• Shoe Shine
• Wireless Internet - free of charge
• private parking – free of charge
7. Britannia Hotel

Address: 35 Portland Street, 3LA Manchester

• Check-In - 14:00 hours
• Check-Out - 11:00 hours

Britannica Hotel is a landmark and an institution that dates back to the 19th century. It offers contemporary facilities and opened its doors in the year 1858. It is adjacent to the main coach station, along the Metro tram system’s doorsteps. It is also close to the city’s financial district, being a mere 3.2 km from the Sport City and Manchester Stadium. It is also 700meters away from The Village and Chinatown.

Facilities:

• 363 rooms
• Safety Deposit Box
• Bar-Rogue and Wave Bar
• Pizzeria
• Crompton's French Restaurant
• 24-Hour Front Desk
Services Offered:

• Fax/Photocopying
• Dry Cleaning
• Room Service
• Currency Exchange
• Meeting/Banquet Facilities
• Wireless internet - free of charge

Others:

• Pets are allowed - on request with no extra charges.
• Cancelled accommodation: 1 day before the date of arrival, no charge in fees.
• Free of charge when using existing bedding – for all children under 12 years.
• GBP 20.00 per night and per person for extra beds – for all older children or adults.
• Extra beds/baby cots in a room – maximum of 1 only.

Credit cards accepted: Diners Club, Visa, American Express, Euro/Mastercard

8. Britannia Sachas Hotel

Price: 12 Euros

Address: Tib Street, Piccadilly, M4 1SH

• Check-In - 14:00 hours
• Check-Out - 11:00 hours

Britannia Sachas Hotel is adjacent to Piccadilly Gardens. It is ideal for business and leisure locations and it is close to the city amenities. The hotel offers restaurants such as: Pizzeria and Carvery.

Amenities:

• 223 rooms
• Sauna
• Health Club with pool
• Gym
• Jacuzzi
• Restaurant
• Solarium
• 24-Hour Front Desk
• Bar
• Fitness Centre
• Turkish/Steam Bath.

Services offered:
• Dry Cleaning
• Fax/Photocopying
• Massage
• Meeting/Banquet Facilities
• Barber/Beauty Shop
• Wireless internet - free of charge
• Guest parking and private parking - GBP 12.80 per day

9. Coventry Hill Hotel

Price: starts at £36.90

Address: Rye Hill, Allesley, CV5 9PH Coventry

• Check-In - 14:00 hours
• Check-Out - 11:00 hours

Facilities and Services:

• 24-Hour Front Desk
• Airport Shuttle
• Currency Exchange
• Safety Deposit Box
• Dry Cleaning
• Wireless internet – free of charge
• Restaurant and Bar
• Free Public parking
• 192 rooms

Nearby Areas:

• Stratford-upon-Avon (22.5 km)
• Coventry Hill Hotel (3.2 km)
• Royal Leamington Spa (12.8 km/8 miles)
• 25 minute drive to Birmingham International Airport.

10. Express by Holiday Inn Redditch

Price: starts at £49

Address: Hewell Road, B97 6AE

• Check-In - 15:00 - 24/24 hours
• Check-Out - 07:00 - 11:00 hours

This hotel is a luxurious and state of the art establishment located along the Reddich town center. It has 100 rooms you can choose from.

Amenities/ Facilities:

• High Speed Wi-Fi Internet Connectivity
• Coffee making facilities
• Flat screen color TV
• TV with satellite channels
• Air-conditioned bedrooms
• Modem point
• Hair dryer
• Full service bar
• Elevator
• Luggage Storage
• 24-Hour Front Desk
• Restaurant and Bar
• Safety Deposit Box
• Non-Smoking Rooms
• Wireless Internet Hotspot
• Free Private parking
• Meeting/Banquet Facilities
• Newspapers
• Family Rooms
• Business Centre

With the various motels and hotels in the UK, it is not that hard to find an accommodation that will suit you and your whole family. There are also a lot of motels that can guarantee unforgettable services as well as good prices, especially if you are on a tight budget. Each motel differs in many ways such as the services, styles and security. In order to have a relaxing and enjoyable stay in the UK, keep a keen eye on the amenities and facilities certain hotels provide.