Last-minute hotel deals in England

With a stay at Holiday Inn Express London Luton Airport by IHG in Luton, you'll be near the airport, within a 15-minute drive of ZSL Whipsnade Zoo and University of Bedfordshire. This hotel is 17.7 mi (28.5 km) from Woburn Safari Park and 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Luton Mall.

With a stay at Premier Inn Worthing Seafront in Worthing, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of South Downs National Park and Worthing Pier. This hotel is 14.2 mi (22.9 km) from Brighton Beach and 13.5 mi (21.8 km) from Brighton Centre.

With a stay at The Gresham Aparthotel in Leicester (Leicester City Centre), you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Leicester Town Hall and Phoenix Arts Centre. This aparthotel is 12.3 mi (19.7 km) from Loughborough University and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from New Walk Museum.

When you stay at Novotel Coventry M6/J3 in Coventry, you'll be in the business district, within a 15-minute drive of Coventry Building Society Arena and National Exhibition Centre. This family-friendly hotel is 7.7 mi (12.4 km) from University of Warwick and 12.8 mi (20.6 km) from Resorts World Birmingham.

With a stay at Premier Inn Swindon Town Centre in Swindon, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Thames River and Wyvern Theatre. This hotel is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Nigel Eady County Ground and 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Swindon Arts Centre.

With a stay at La Fontana Italian Restaurant With Rooms in Wantage, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Thames River and Frilford Heath Golf Club. This guesthouse is 12.9 mi (20.8 km) from University of Oxford and 3.6 mi (5.8 km) from Millets Farm Centre.

Located in Reading, Parkside International Hotel is within a 15-minute drive of Thames River and Nirvana Spa. This hotel is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Prospect Park and 1.2 mi (2 km) from Reading Civic Centre.

• Central setting
• Great views
• Casino

The Park Inn by Radisson Palace Southend-on-Sea is right in the heart of things. It’s plonked opposite Southend Pier and all its family-friendly attractions, so you’re a five-minute stroll from Adventure Island and a load of shops and eateries. What’s more, the hotel has its own casino, so you don’t have to leave to get your fun fix.

This place truly caters to all kinds of travellers. There are sea-view options for every room, whether you’re booking Standard, Superior or Family. The hotel’s fully accessible and there are also dedicated pet-friendly rooms. It’s also got seven meeting rooms, with views of the River Thames, and a private dining room with a chandelier.

The aptly named Pier View Bar & Restaurant also makes the most of the views. It’s the place to come for breakfast buffets, as well as light bites and bigger meals. Everything from halloumi fries and chicken wings to pies and pizzas graces the menu. And, for leisure time, you’ve got the casino and a fitness centre.

Located in Stroud, The Bell Inn is within a 5-minute drive of Stroud Park and Cotswold Canals Trust. This inn is 12.5 mi (20.1 km) from Gloucester Quays and 12.8 mi (20.6 km) from Gloucester Docks.

When you stay at Sand Bay Holiday Village in Weston-super-Mare, you'll be on the beach and 4 minutes by foot from Sand Bay Beach. This beach hotel is 13.6 mi (21.8 km) from Cheddar Gorge and 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from Weston-super-Mare Beach.

With a stay at Bush Hotel Farnham, you'll be centrally located in Farnham, within a 10-minute drive of South Downs National Park and North Downs Way - West. This hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from New Ashgate Gallery and 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from St Andrew's Church.

With a stay at Premier Inn Lowestoft in Lowestoft, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Norfolk Broads and Orton Farmers' Market. This hotel is 15.1 mi (24.4 km) from Southwold Beach and 1 mi (1.6 km) from Pleasurewood Hills.

• Lots of entertainment every night
• Themed weekends
• Centre of town setting

If you’re after a Blackpool hotel right in the heart of things, look no further than the Lyndene. It’s in a super-central postcode, in the middle of Blackpool’s seafront. Head 15 minutes in one direction to Sea Life, Madame Tussauds and the Blackpool Tower, or 15 minutes in the other to reach South Pier and Blackpool Pleasure Beach.

It’s the entertainment that really sells this place, though. The Lyndene’s got a great relationship with some of Blackpool’s finest singers, bands, comedy acts and tribute stars. You can expect a lively line-up every single night of the week, with up to four acts a night. There’s bingo every afternoon, as well as regular themed weekends. Past themes include Halloween Spooktacular, Rock n’ Roll and St Patrick’s Day.

Two restaurants keep you topped up on traditional grub for dinner. Plus, you can order British classics, like sarnies, jacket potatoes and fish and chips from the snack bars. And for breakfast, it’s full English territory – you can help yourself from the buffet. Free parking and WiFi are some of the other nice-to-have perks.

Located in Southampton (Southampton City Centre), ibis Southampton Centre is within a 15-minute walk of Southampton Cruise Terminal and WestQuay Shopping Centre. This hotel is 5.7 mi (9.2 km) from New Forest National Park and 8.9 mi (14.4 km) from Paultons Family Theme Park - Home of Peppa Pig World.

With a stay at The Bell at Stow in Cheltenham, you'll be a 2-minute walk from Fosse Gallery Fine Art and 7 minutes by foot from St. Edward's Church. This hotel is 14.9 mi (23.9 km) from Cotswold Wildlife Park and Gardens and 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Old Mill.

With a stay at Yarrow Hotel in Broadstairs, you'll be near the beach, within a 15-minute drive of Margate Beach and Louisa Bay. This spa hotel is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Viking Bay and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Dickens House Museum.

With a stay at The Crown Hotel in Sudbury, you'll be a 2-minute walk from Long Melford Heritage Centre and 7 minutes by foot from Melford Hall. This hotel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Holy Trinity Church and 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Kentwell Hall.

With a stay at Premier Inn Lewes Town Centre in Lewes, you'll be a 4-minute drive from South Downs National Park and 7 minutes from American Express Stadium. This hotel is 11.2 mi (18 km) from Brighton Beach and 4.8 mi (7.8 km) from University of Sussex.

A stay at Novotel Wolverhampton places you in the heart of Wolverhampton, within a 10-minute walk of Wolverhampton Grand Theatre and University of Wolverhampton. This hotel is 15.2 mi (24.5 km) from Utilita Arena Birmingham and 15.3 mi (24.6 km) from International Convention Centre.

Located in Newport (Langstone), Coldra Court Hotel by Celtic Manor is within a 5-minute drive of Celtic Manor Resort Golf Club and Coldra Woods. This hotel is 24.4 mi (39.3 km) from Brecon Beacons National Park and 14.2 mi (22.9 km) from Wye Valley.