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A much-loved independent arts venue in the heart of the vibrant cosmopolitan Roman city of Leicester, the Phoenix Arts Centre is within walking distance of several fantastic hotels. It's also just a short distance away from Leicester Railway Station, which offers frequent direct trains to London St. Pancras International, Birmingham, Derby, Sheffield, Leeds and other major cities.

A Thriving Cultural Attraction

The Phoenix Arts Centre showcases a wide selection of films at its two modern cinema screens, from low-budget independent films to world-famous Hollywood titles. It also has a delightful café bar providing delicious freshly prepared food and drinks throughout the day, and is still a registered charity, with all of its earnings going back into its own programmes. The centre, once known as the Leicester Digital Media Centre or Phoenix Square, benefited from a multi-million pound redevelopment in the late 2000s, and also has an impressive art gallery.

Value-For-Money Accommodation near the Phoenix Arts Centre

For affordable accommodation nearby, you could book a stay at the pleasant three star Hotel Campanile on St. Matthews Way, which has an elegant lounge and WiFi in all rooms and public areas. A little further north is the Ibis Budget Leicester, another value-for-money three star venue that provides free parking and free internet access.

Other Places to Visit near Leicester's Phoenix Arts Centre

If you're fascinated by everything to do with science and astronomy, don't forget to visit the National Space Centre, which was founded in 2001 and includes state-of-the-art research facilities and a rare Soyuz spacecraft, among other spectacular exhibits.

The city is also known for its New Walk Museum art gallery and history exhibition, the historic Abbey Pumping Station, the magnificent De Montfort Hall live performance venue, and scenic Abbey Park. If you fancy venturing a little further afield, you could explore Bradgate Park, an enormous 850-acre open space that is part of the vast Charnwood Forest and has numerous prehistoric rocks dating back many millions of years.

Luxury Hotels Nearby

You could stay at the chic and contemporary Leicester Marriott Hotel on Smith Way, or opt for the majestic, historic Mercure Leicester The Grand Hotel or Granby Hotel, both of which provide impeccable hospitality and elaborately decorated four star accommodation.