The tick box for an overnight stay in a hotel or Airbnb? Close to amenities, clean facilities and a comfortable bed. Bonus points for luxury toiletries, while tea and coffee making facilities are essential for many. That just about sums up anywhere you can lay your head for the night in Nottingham, with the odd exception.
But if you're looking for something quirky rather than your standard hotel chain, there's one location that's pretty outstanding with some of the hottest arcade games of the 80s and 90s. It's not a hotel but a suite, making it ideal for a group of friends or a family. The Retro Suite is perfect for gaming enthusiasts, with a number of arcade games that you might find hard to drag yourself away from.
Get the latest What's On news straight to your phone by joining us on WhatsApp Entry is super easy with guests texted a key code which works for the main gate and access into the building behind the Pitcher & Piano bar in the Lace Market . Even though it's in the heart of the city centre, it feels like a hidden gem. My family's first reaction was "wow" as they stepped inside to see the brightly coloured pop art decor.
.. and a Mortal Kombat gaming machine in the living room.
The apartment sleeps six, with two double rooms and a twin room, each with more colourful artwork and televisions, not that anyone was interested with what was on the box. The living room has a bottle fridge disguised as another arcade game plus supplies for making tea and coffee. One of my fa.