Premier Inn Northampton Town Centre Hotel isn’t the kind of place you’d write home about, but you’d definitely text your mate, “Stay here, it’s sound.” It’s reliable in a world that’s gone mad, like that friend who always shows up with a spare umbrella and never asks awkward questions. You won’t get a swimming pool or a concierge who remembers your name, but you will get a good night’s sleep, a proper breakfast, and the simple joy of not having to think about anything.
So next time you’re in Northampton—perhaps for a gig, a meeting, or just because your satnav had a tantrum—book this place. It’s not trying to impress you, and that’s exactly why you’ll leave smiling. And if you ever find yourself lying in that Hypnos bed, staring at the ceiling, just remember: the biscuits are free, the wifi works, and you’ve earned this. Go on, have another cup of tea.