The modern, three-pearl London City Hotel sits inside a narrow town house that's elbow-to-elbow with a tube station and within walking distance to many tourist attractions. Its 18 bright rooms range from snug singles to smart, full-service apartments for up to four people. Most of the bathrooms, with an elegant marble-tile finish and rainfall showerheads, are more luxurious than the hotel's price tag would suggest. But rooms in lower categories have more basic or even shared bathrooms. The property was undergoing renovation as of summer of 2015, but its pared-down contemporary aesthetic, featuring Marimekko prints and IKEA-style furniture was polished to begin with. There is no elevator, however. Guests in need of an elevator could try the Premier Inn London Southwark - Tate Modern, a chain hotel that's less homey but offers good rates.
The modern, three-pearl London City Hotel sits inside a narrow town house that's elbow-to-elbow with a tube station and within walking distance to many tourist attractions. Its 18 bright rooms range from snug singles to smart, full-service apartments for up to four people. Most of the bathrooms, with an elegant marble-tile finish and rainfall showerheads, are more luxurious than the hotel's price tag would suggest. But rooms in lower categories have more basic or even shared bathrooms. The property was undergoing renovation as of summer of 2015, but its pared-down contemporary aesthetic, featuring Marimekko prints and IKEA-style furniture was polished to begin with. There is no elevator, however. Guests in need of an elevator could try the Premier Inn London Southwark - Tate Modern, a chain hotel that's less homey but offers good rates.
It's conveniently located, about a 10-minute walk from the Empire State Building and steps from the subway at Grand Central in Midtown East; but that's about the only draw to this 136-room hotel. Though reasonably clean, the outdated guest rooms lack the plush bedding and flat-screens found at most other, comparably priced New York hotels.
It's conveniently located, about a 10-minute walk from the Empire State Building and steps from the subway at Grand Central in Midtown East; but that's about the only draw to this 136-room hotel. Though reasonably clean, the outdated guest rooms lack the plush bedding and flat-screens found at most other, comparably priced New York hotels.
The Royal Bayswater Hostel is located directly across from Kensington Gardens, a one-minute walk from the nearest Tube station. It's a functional spot for school groups and budget sightseers, with 52 rooms that range in size from private singles or doubles to dorm-style rooms that hold up to 20 people. Dorm rooms are basic and unadorned, with bunk beds and shared bathrooms. Private rooms are slightly more stylish. But the hostel shows wear and tear throughout, and some guests say it’s dirty and dusty. Despite the digs, many guests rave about the hostel’s proximity to London sights -- a 20-minute tube ride takes guests to most major attractions. A continental breakfast is included free with the stay, but Wi-Fi costs an hourly rate, and some guests complain it's slow. For more fashionable and well-tended accommodations, budget travelers could try Clink78 Hostel.
The Royal Bayswater Hostel is located directly across from Kensington Gardens, a one-minute walk from the nearest Tube station. It's a functional spot for school groups and budget sightseers, with 52 rooms that range in size from private singles or doubles to dorm-style rooms that hold up to 20 people. Dorm rooms are basic and unadorned, with bunk beds and shared bathrooms. Private rooms are slightly more stylish. But the hostel shows wear and tear throughout, and some guests say it’s dirty and dusty. Despite the digs, many guests rave about the hostel’s proximity to London sights -- a 20-minute tube ride takes guests to most major attractions. A continental breakfast is included free with the stay, but Wi-Fi costs an hourly rate, and some guests complain it's slow. For more fashionable and well-tended accommodations, budget travelers could try Clink78 Hostel.
This two-pearl hostel ranks a couple notches below comparable stays at the same price point. It's located in Paddington tucked inside a pretty seven-story Georgian-style row house, and, like many hostels, design is an afterthought. Its 68 rooms have run-of-the-mill bunk beds and limited amenities -- but are also dingy and in need of a refresh. Free breakfast, a small cafe, and a 24-hour snack bar are bonuses. The most notable feature, however, are daily walking tours, including a free, two-hour Royal London excursion. Even still, the YHA London Central or Clink78 Hostel in King's Cross are smarter bets and offer more stylish budget digs.
This two-pearl hostel ranks a couple notches below comparable stays at the same price point. It's located in Paddington tucked inside a pretty seven-story Georgian-style row house, and, like many hostels, design is an afterthought. Its 68 rooms have run-of-the-mill bunk beds and limited amenities -- but are also dingy and in need of a refresh. Free breakfast, a small cafe, and a 24-hour snack bar are bonuses. The most notable feature, however, are daily walking tours, including a free, two-hour Royal London excursion. Even still, the YHA London Central or Clink78 Hostel in King's Cross are smarter bets and offer more stylish budget digs.
The Millennium Hotel London Mayfair is an upscale, 336-room property set right on Grosvenor Square in the heart of London. Beyond its striking facade and impressive neo-classical lobby area, the rooms are pretty standard at best, and many are in need of a refresh. An award-winning restaurant is a plus -- though there are plenty of other eateries nearby -- and the hotel is well equipped for business guests. All in all, rates are pretty good for the swanky Mayfair location, but don't expect too much from the generic rooms.
The Millennium Hotel London Mayfair is an upscale, 336-room property set right on Grosvenor Square in the heart of London. Beyond its striking facade and impressive neo-classical lobby area, the rooms are pretty standard at best, and many are in need of a refresh. An award-winning restaurant is a plus -- though there are plenty of other eateries nearby -- and the hotel is well equipped for business guests. All in all, rates are pretty good for the swanky Mayfair location, but don't expect too much from the generic rooms.
Located on a main road that runs parallel to the River Thames in central London, the Travel Joy Hostels Chelsea offers budget-friendly accommodations with a youthful, hip vibe and a pub on the bottom floor. The 71-bed hostel only has dorm-style rooms (no private rooms), which are simple and somewhat cramped but functional, with bunkbeds, lockers, and shared bathrooms. Some even have river views. The highlight, besides the on-site pub, is the free morning breakfast, complete with made-to-order omelets, pancakes, lattes, and fresh fruit. Some guests find the area is too residential, though -- while there is a bus stop across the street, it’s about a 12-minute walk to the nearest tube station, and tourist sights generally take a little over a half-hour in travel time to reach. Guests who want to be in more central location can try the Royal Bayswater Hostel, which has a less playful vibe but is only a minute from the tube.
Located on a main road that runs parallel to the River Thames in central London, the Travel Joy Hostels Chelsea offers budget-friendly accommodations with a youthful, hip vibe and a pub on the bottom floor. The 71-bed hostel only has dorm-style rooms (no private rooms), which are simple and somewhat cramped but functional, with bunkbeds, lockers, and shared bathrooms. Some even have river views. The highlight, besides the on-site pub, is the free morning breakfast, complete with made-to-order omelets, pancakes, lattes, and fresh fruit. Some guests find the area is too residential, though -- while there is a bus stop across the street, it’s about a 12-minute walk to the nearest tube station, and tourist sights generally take a little over a half-hour in travel time to reach. Guests who want to be in more central location can try the Royal Bayswater Hostel, which has a less playful vibe but is only a minute from the tube.