Places to stay in Knighton, Leicestershire

Knighton is an area of Leicester, situated roughly between Clarendon Park to the north, Stoneygate and South Knighton to the east, Oadby and Wigston to the south and Saffron Lane estate to the west. It is a residential area, greatly expanded in the 1930s and 1940s with red-brick semi-detached houses. Local restaurants include Moghul Durbar, Grimsby Fisheries, Poppadoms, and Yews.

The center of Knighton ( which is at is longitude -1°7'2.7192 and latitude 52°36'11.091 ) is located 1 mile away from Stoneygate, 2 miles away from Oadby, 3 miles away from Leicester and 4 miles away from Braunstone.

Available Knighton lodging

We currently have 4 accommodations in and around Knighton.

Knighton Hotels, B&Bs and Guest Houses

Photograph of Premier Inn, Leicester
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Premier Inn

Approx 5 miles away in Leicester:

Location, location, location! We're all about convenience at Premier Inn Hotel Leicester Central (A50). In a peaceful spot on Leicester's outskirts, you'll also be well placed to rocket off to business and leisure destinations in the city.
Heathley Park, Groby Road
Leicester, Leicestershire
Photograph of Hilton East Midlands Airport, Derby
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Hilton East Midlands Airport

Approx 5 miles away in Derby:

We’re off M1, four miles from East Midlands Airport. Our park-and-fly service offers you shuttle bus transport to and from the airport and parking for eight or 15 days. Derby’s historic center is a half-hour drive and we’re 35 miles from Alton Towers.
Junction 24, M1
Derby, Derbyshire
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Hilton Leicester Hotel

Approx 4 miles away in Leicester:

We’re off the M1, less than a mile from Fosse Shopping Park, and Everards Meadows. Leicester city center and the University of Leicester are within 15 minutes. We’re five miles from the National Space Centre and King Richard III Visitor Centre. Visit King Power Stadium, only four miles away.
21 Junction Approach
Leicester, Leicestershire

Knighton Camping, Caravans, Self Catering

Approx 5 miles away in Whetstone:

Whetstone Gorse Fishing Lakes are located between the village of Countesthorpe and Willoughby Waterleys on the Willoughby Road. The site is known locally as "Phase 2" and consists of 2 lakes, one mixed and one carp. Car Parking is available for 50 cars and toilets throughout the summer months..
Whetstone Gorse Lane
Whetstone, Leicestershire
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Things to see and do, places to eat in Knighton

Photograph of St Martins Coffee Shop, Leicester
St Martins Coffee Shop

Red Hot World Buffet and Bar ( Dining / Other ). Located at 87 - 91 High Street, Leicester, 3 miles from the center of Knighton. At Red Hot World Buffet we offer an all you can eat buffet style menu. Choose from delicious food from all around the world. There are Italian, Mexican, Chinese, Japanese, Thai and British dishes available. We also put on live entertainment to create a great atmosphere. LUNCH FROM £8.99 (With Kids under 10 half price). Mon - Wed 12:00pm - 4pm Thursday 12:00pm - 4pm Friday 12:00pm - 4pm Saturday 11:30am - 4pm Sunday 11:30am - 5.30pm DINNER FROM £10.99 (With Kids under 10 half price). Mon - Wed 4pm - 10pm Thursday 4pm - 11pm Friday 4pm - 11pm Saturday 4pm - 10pm Sunday 5:30pm - 10pm redhotworldbuffet.com Link

St Martins Coffee Shop ( Dining / Coffee shop / Tea ). St. Martin’s is tucked away in the heart of the independent corner of Leicester City, St Martin’s Square. Our aim is simple; to bring our guests the best coffee and food we possibly can, and provide a space in which anyone might find a home. www.stmartinscoffeeshop.co.uk Link

Mithaas ( / Vegetarian ). Located at 103-105 Narborough Road, Leicester, 3 miles from the center of Knighton. Mithaas Pure Vegetarian based in Leicester; established for over 15 years, we pride ourselves in specialising and offering the authentic flavours of India with a unique edge. Mithaas Restaurant & Takeaway has an extensive and varied menu which includes divine and mouth watering tastes from around India. We serve only the best in Indian Vegetarian and Vegan food. mithaas.co.uk Link

Wygston’s House ( Dining / Other ). Located at 12 Applegate, Leicester, 3 miles from the center of Knighton. Leicester's oldest standing house has recently been converted into a stunning bar & restaurant. Opened in March 2017, Wygston's House is now once again a part of Leicester's great history. Standing proudly in the heart of the cities historic Old Town, serving real ales, draught beers and high-end cuisine every day of the week. www.wygstonshouse.co.uk Link

Chutney Ivy ( Dining / Indian ). Located at 41 Halford Street, Leicester, 3 miles from the center of Knighton. Located within the centre of Leicester and in the heart of the cultural quarter, Chutney Ivy Restaurant & Bar is a new and welcoming Indian restaurant that has already got people talking. chutneyivy.com Link

Swatlands ( Dining / Indian ). Located at 38 London Road, Oadby, 2 miles from the center of Knighton. A gourmet trail of regional foods of India prepared by our master chefs, bringing you an extensive menu. Our restaurant is fully licensed and air-conditioned. www.swatlandsrestaurant.co.uk Link