Holiday Inn Derby-Nottingham M1, JCT.25

Close to the M1 motorway and near the A52, Holiday Inn® Derby - Nottingham M1, Jct.25 hotel makes a peaceful alternative to the city. Register your vehicle at reception, park for free and walk to the bus stop five minutes away. From there you can be in Nottingham or Derby in 40 minutes. You can catch the tram to Nottingham from the Toton Lane Park & Ride five minutes away by car. East Midlands Airport is 30 minutes' drive away, and Long Eaton train station, with direct links to London and Birmingham, a mere 10 minutes' drive.

Arguably the grandest of British country estates, Chatsworth House is an hour's drive from the hotel. For an adrenaline-packed day out at a theme park, drive 40 minutes to Alton Towers. For something closer to hand, Elvaston Castle is four miles away.

With 11 flexible meetings rooms and a public lounge with Wi-Fi, you can arrange anything from one-on-one training to a conference for up to 60 delegates. There's also a patio area perfect for drinks or a barbecue. Looking for a wedding venue? The hotel is even licensed for civil ceremonies.