Located 25 minutes northwest of downtown London by metro, the Holiday Inn Express London-Swiss Cottage is a cost-effective, mid-range alternative to many of London's pricier hotels. The 79 rooms range in size and have warm interior decor; some also have sofa beds. The breakfast buffet is free and well received by guests. A business center with computer, and fax/printing/photocopying facilities is also available. Travelers interested in staying in a mid-range hotel in the Swiss Cottage area should also consider the Best Western Swiss Cottage, which has similar amenities with more traditional decor.
Located 25 minutes northwest of downtown London by metro, the Holiday Inn Express London-Swiss Cottage is a cost-effective, mid-range alternative to many of London's pricier hotels. The 79 rooms range in size and have warm interior decor; some also have sofa beds. The breakfast buffet is free and well received by guests. A business center with computer, and fax/printing/photocopying facilities is also available. Travelers interested in staying in a mid-range hotel in the Swiss Cottage area should also consider the Best Western Swiss Cottage, which has similar amenities with more traditional decor.
The Novotel London Greenwich is a family-friendly chain hotel convenient to the O2 arena and Canary Wharf business district. It’s right beside a subway station, but far from central London. The 151 rooms are simple and generic -- pricier units feature Nespresso coffeemakers and iPod docks. Bathrooms are small and overall the hotel feels a little cramped. Facilities include a gym, boxing room, and steam room, an excellent English breakfast buffet (for a charge), and an all-day restaurant and bar. Wi-Fi is free throughout the hotel, but pets and secure parking cost extra. The nearby DoubleTree by Hilton London Greenwich has more stylish rooms, on-site massage facilities, and slightly lower rates.
The Novotel London Greenwich is a family-friendly chain hotel convenient to the O2 arena and Canary Wharf business district. It’s right beside a subway station, but far from central London. The 151 rooms are simple and generic -- pricier units feature Nespresso coffeemakers and iPod docks. Bathrooms are small and overall the hotel feels a little cramped. Facilities include a gym, boxing room, and steam room, an excellent English breakfast buffet (for a charge), and an all-day restaurant and bar. Wi-Fi is free throughout the hotel, but pets and secure parking cost extra. The nearby DoubleTree by Hilton London Greenwich has more stylish rooms, on-site massage facilities, and slightly lower rates.
The St. Giles London is a mid-range hotel that manages to squeeze a hefty 670 rooms into an impressive example of Brutalist architecture, or a towering concrete eyesore, depending on one's taste. Smack dab in the middle of central London and within walking distance of numerous attractions, its location is the main draw. Rooms are mostly small and basic, though generally clean, and some have great views. Rates are low for the location, though little is included -- even Wi-Fi comes with a fee. For a hotel with a little more charm and equally budget-friendly rates, travelers might want to check out Pickwick Hall, though it's a little farther out.
The St. Giles London is a mid-range hotel that manages to squeeze a hefty 670 rooms into an impressive example of Brutalist architecture, or a towering concrete eyesore, depending on one's taste. Smack dab in the middle of central London and within walking distance of numerous attractions, its location is the main draw. Rooms are mostly small and basic, though generally clean, and some have great views. Rates are low for the location, though little is included -- even Wi-Fi comes with a fee. For a hotel with a little more charm and equally budget-friendly rates, travelers might want to check out Pickwick Hall, though it's a little farther out.
This Holiday Inn Express is a three-pearl hotel located close to the Earls Court convention center in West London. With 150 bright and well-adorned rooms, a large lounge bar and breakfast area, a business center, and underground parking, this mid-range hotel has a fresh, modern feel to it. The only real downside of the hotel is its immediate location, which doesn't have a good selection of shops, bars, or restaurants, not to mention the 10-minute walk to the closest tube station. Also, the garage fills up fast and there is a fee for parking.
This Holiday Inn Express is a three-pearl hotel located close to the Earls Court convention center in West London. With 150 bright and well-adorned rooms, a large lounge bar and breakfast area, a business center, and underground parking, this mid-range hotel has a fresh, modern feel to it. The only real downside of the hotel is its immediate location, which doesn't have a good selection of shops, bars, or restaurants, not to mention the 10-minute walk to the closest tube station. Also, the garage fills up fast and there is a fee for parking.
Adapted from an austere 19th-century courthouse into a hostel-style accommodation with punk sensibility, Clink78 is good value for travelers on a shoestring budget who still like a bit of style. Think street art, neon signs, and bold colors juxtaposed with preserved Victorian judicial details such as witness stands and a magistrate's courtroom that now houses an Internet lounge. Clink78, located within a 10-minute walk of King's Cross Train Station, offers a range of rooms, including mixed dorms, all-women's dorms, and private rooms with en-suite bathrooms. Be aware, though, that as with many hostels, the facilities are basic.
Adapted from an austere 19th-century courthouse into a hostel-style accommodation with punk sensibility, Clink78 is good value for travelers on a shoestring budget who still like a bit of style. Think street art, neon signs, and bold colors juxtaposed with preserved Victorian judicial details such as witness stands and a magistrate's courtroom that now houses an Internet lounge. Clink78, located within a 10-minute walk of King's Cross Train Station, offers a range of rooms, including mixed dorms, all-women's dorms, and private rooms with en-suite bathrooms. Be aware, though, that as with many hostels, the facilities are basic.
About a half-hour tube ride northwest of central London, the Palmers Lodge Hillspring is a 71-room hostel with a variety of room configurations from dorms to private rooms. The budget property has a lot of vintage charm with a hip bar, low-key restaurant, and several lounging spaces. Guest can also cook their own meals in the self-serve kitchen. Perks like free breakfast and parking add to the property's value. Travelers who want a budget stay closer to the center of town may want to consider the Generator London Hostel, which has similar amenities and is a short ride to many major tourist attractions.
About a half-hour tube ride northwest of central London, the Palmers Lodge Hillspring is a 71-room hostel with a variety of room configurations from dorms to private rooms. The budget property has a lot of vintage charm with a hip bar, low-key restaurant, and several lounging spaces. Guest can also cook their own meals in the self-serve kitchen. Perks like free breakfast and parking add to the property's value. Travelers who want a budget stay closer to the center of town may want to consider the Generator London Hostel, which has similar amenities and is a short ride to many major tourist attractions.
There are 28 guest rooms at this value property set in London’s Kensington district. The hotel inhabits a historic townhouse on a quiet street near several transport links plus attractions like Kensington High Street, Hyde Park, and the Natural History Museum are just a short walk away. Guest rooms are basic and a bit dated, but well maintained and have a traditional English style. Wi-Fi is free throughout the hotel, and a continental breakfast is included in the room rate as well. The hotel's cafe restaurant stays open into the evening. It's worth comparing with Aster House, a nearby three-pearl property where some suites include fireplaces and four-poster beds.
There are 28 guest rooms at this value property set in London’s Kensington district. The hotel inhabits a historic townhouse on a quiet street near several transport links plus attractions like Kensington High Street, Hyde Park, and the Natural History Museum are just a short walk away. Guest rooms are basic and a bit dated, but well maintained and have a traditional English style. Wi-Fi is free throughout the hotel, and a continental breakfast is included in the room rate as well. The hotel's cafe restaurant stays open into the evening. It's worth comparing with Aster House, a nearby three-pearl property where some suites include fireplaces and four-poster beds.
The Ampersand Hotel is a five-pearl, 111-room Central London hotel with elegant and whimsical decor and an astounding attention to detail. Each room is designed around a theme of Victorian discovery, such as ornithology, music, or astronomy. Rooms are small (though typically sized for a city hotel), but elegantly decorated and have free Wi-Fi, bathrobes, slippers, luxury toiletries, and umbrellas for rainy-day sightseeing. Facilities include a charming tea room, an on-site restaurant and bar serving Mediterranean-inspired dishes, a 24-hour fitness area with Wi-Fi-enabled cardio equipment, and elegant themed meeting and event venues. Guests looking for another five-pearl property can try the Royal Garden Hotel, at the corner of Hyde Park -- the decor here is less whimsical, but the hotel offers more extensive fitness facilities and a small spa.
The Ampersand Hotel is a five-pearl, 111-room Central London hotel with elegant and whimsical decor and an astounding attention to detail. Each room is designed around a theme of Victorian discovery, such as ornithology, music, or astronomy. Rooms are small (though typically sized for a city hotel), but elegantly decorated and have free Wi-Fi, bathrobes, slippers, luxury toiletries, and umbrellas for rainy-day sightseeing. Facilities include a charming tea room, an on-site restaurant and bar serving Mediterranean-inspired dishes, a 24-hour fitness area with Wi-Fi-enabled cardio equipment, and elegant themed meeting and event venues. Guests looking for another five-pearl property can try the Royal Garden Hotel, at the corner of Hyde Park -- the decor here is less whimsical, but the hotel offers more extensive fitness facilities and a small spa.
A stone's throw from financial landmark Canary Wharf and close to London City Airport, the upper-middle-range London Marriott Hotel West India Quay is a solid choice for business travelers. The 301 rooms occupy the first eight floors of a 32-story building, and they're a bit dated with patterned carpets and old-fashioned upholstery. Still, they come with flat-screen TVs, tea- and coffee-making facilities, and minibars. There are a grill restaurant and relaxed bar, plus 24-hour room service, a modern 24-hour fitness center with sauna, and business center with meeting facilities. Guests should note charges for Wi-Fi apply and there have been complaints of noise issues. Travelers looking for a more central location and free Wi-Fi should consider the more modern Apex City of London Hotel.
A stone's throw from financial landmark Canary Wharf and close to London City Airport, the upper-middle-range London Marriott Hotel West India Quay is a solid choice for business travelers. The 301 rooms occupy the first eight floors of a 32-story building, and they're a bit dated with patterned carpets and old-fashioned upholstery. Still, they come with flat-screen TVs, tea- and coffee-making facilities, and minibars. There are a grill restaurant and relaxed bar, plus 24-hour room service, a modern 24-hour fitness center with sauna, and business center with meeting facilities. Guests should note charges for Wi-Fi apply and there have been complaints of noise issues. Travelers looking for a more central location and free Wi-Fi should consider the more modern Apex City of London Hotel.
Somewhere between hostel and hotel is the Viking, a 61-room budget property in East London. The hotel is directly across the street form a bus stop which can carry guests to the Stratford transportation hub in six-minutes. From here, most London hotspots are accessible in about 40 minutes via the London underground. Overall, guests find the accommodations “decent” and functional, though rooms have dated motel-style decor and show wear and tear. All rooms have en-suite bathrooms, coffee and tea service, flat-screen TVs, and hairdryers. Wi-Fi costs extra, but the hotel does offer a free continental breakfast and secure on-site parking. The nearby Westbridge Hotel is closer to the train and has modern decor and more property features, but it’s also more expensive.
Somewhere between hostel and hotel is the Viking, a 61-room budget property in East London. The hotel is directly across the street form a bus stop which can carry guests to the Stratford transportation hub in six-minutes. From here, most London hotspots are accessible in about 40 minutes via the London underground. Overall, guests find the accommodations “decent” and functional, though rooms have dated motel-style decor and show wear and tear. All rooms have en-suite bathrooms, coffee and tea service, flat-screen TVs, and hairdryers. Wi-Fi costs extra, but the hotel does offer a free continental breakfast and secure on-site parking. The nearby Westbridge Hotel is closer to the train and has modern decor and more property features, but it’s also more expensive.