Hockley Travel Guide
Nottingham
Popular places to visit
University of Nottingham
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Nottingham during your travels in Nottingham. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Theatre Royal
Enjoy a show at Theatre Royal, a theatre with a story to tell in Nottingham. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its lively bars.
Trent Bridge
You can find out about the history of Nottingham with a visit to Trent Bridge. Experience the area's entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene.
City Ground
Catch an event at City Ground during your trip to Nottingham. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and shops.
Wollaton Hall
You can study the exhibits at Wollaton Hall, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Nottingham. Discover the area's lively bars and its entertainment choices.
Nottingham Castle
You can browse the exhibits at Nottingham Castle, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Nottingham. Discover the area's great live music and shops.
Top hotels in Hockley
Mercure Nottingham City Centre George Hotel
Good central location, nice breakfast and staff
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
The Orchard Hotel & Restaurant
Fab as usual!
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Nottingham-Gateway
Room was very cosy, staff were very friendly just wish we could have had a dressed table for dinner on the Saturday (valentines day )other had
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
St James Hotel, BW Premier Collection
No prior information on car parking facilities. Insufficient toiletries(toothbrush paste etc missing)
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Leonardo Hotel Nottingham
Enjoyed the food room was clean and comfortable
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Park Plaza Nottingham
Fantastic stay. Rooms were very clean and comfortable, Bar was excellent and decently priced. Staff were friendly, professional and a delight to talk to. Can't wait to come back.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
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 Nottingham Greyhound Stadium.
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.