New hotels in Peterborough

Peterborough grew up around its Norman cathedral, completed in the early 13th century and the burial place of Catherine of Aragon, and today sits on the East Coast Main Line, an hour from London by train, with the A1(M) running along its western edge. This guide currently tracks one project: Spark by Hilton Peterborough, announced in September 2026.

What to do in Peterborough

A short visit

Peterborough Cathedral, with its striking West Front and Gothic nave, is the city's centrepiece, a short walk from the pedestrianised Queensgate shopping centre and the Cathedral Square market. The Nene Valley, running west from the city, offers riverside walks and the heritage Nene Valley Railway for a half-day outing.

A longer stay

With more time, Peterborough's direct rail links make Cambridge and London straightforward day trips, and the Peterborough Museum covers the city's Roman and railway history for visitors who want context beyond the cathedral.

Where to stay in Peterborough

Spark by Hilton Peterborough is planned at Norman Cross, just off the A1(M): a motorway-adjacent location aimed at drivers passing through rather than the cathedral-quarter centre. It is one of ten Spark by Hilton hotels Hilton signed with AG Hotels Group in September 2026, bringing the brand's premium-economy format (free hot breakfast, free Wi-Fi, free parking) to the city for the first time. No opening date has been confirmed for the individual property yet, beyond the deal's overall 2026-2028 window.

Frequently asked questions

Is there a Hilton hotel in Peterborough?

Not yet: Spark by Hilton Peterborough, announced in September 2026, will be the city's first Hilton-flagged property once it opens, with a date still to be confirmed.

Where is the new Peterborough hotel located?

At Norman Cross, just off the A1(M), on the edge of the city rather than in the cathedral-quarter centre.

Is Peterborough a good base for London day trips?

Yes: Peterborough sits on the East Coast Main Line, putting central London roughly an hour away by direct train.

What does Spark by Hilton offer?

Hilton's premium-economy format: free hot breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking, in a smaller, simpler room package than a full-service Hilton hotel.

Guide last updated September 2026.