The Park Grand is a chain hotel in the Kensington neighborhood of London. Centrally located, the three-and-a-half pearl hotel is convenient for business and leisure travelers alike, with the Earls Court exhibition center, swanky boutiques, and trendy restaurants all within walking distance. The rooms are sleekly designed and include useful amenities, such as free Wi-Fi, HDMI ports, and kettles for coffee and tea. However, some guests advise steering clear of the rooms on the basement level, as they lack natural light.
The Park Grand is a chain hotel in the Kensington neighborhood of London. Centrally located, the three-and-a-half pearl hotel is convenient for business and leisure travelers alike, with the Earls Court exhibition center, swanky boutiques, and trendy restaurants all within walking distance. The rooms are sleekly designed and include useful amenities, such as free Wi-Fi, HDMI ports, and kettles for coffee and tea. However, some guests advise steering clear of the rooms on the basement level, as they lack natural light.
The Bay Tree House is a quintessentially English suburban bed and breakfast located in a typical residential London street on the northern outskirts of town. Room decor is quaint and old-fashioned, even bordering on kitschy, but flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi bring some modernity to proceedings. Its location means it's not ideal for access to the city center, and it's not super cheap for a B&B, but it is a pleasant and peaceful option if the area suits.
The Bay Tree House is a quintessentially English suburban bed and breakfast located in a typical residential London street on the northern outskirts of town. Room decor is quaint and old-fashioned, even bordering on kitschy, but flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi bring some modernity to proceedings. Its location means it's not ideal for access to the city center, and it's not super cheap for a B&B, but it is a pleasant and peaceful option if the area suits.
The four-pearl Crowne Plaza London - Docklands is close to the O2 Arena, the ExCel conference center, and London City Airport, but its location in the far east of London is less than ideal for tourists. The hotel attracts a primarily corporate roster of guests and it lacks character, though it does have sleek contemporary rooms, on-site parking, and a pool. That said, rates still feel a little inflated, especially compared to the Novotel London ExCeL next door.
The four-pearl Crowne Plaza London - Docklands is close to the O2 Arena, the ExCel conference center, and London City Airport, but its location in the far east of London is less than ideal for tourists. The hotel attracts a primarily corporate roster of guests and it lacks character, though it does have sleek contemporary rooms, on-site parking, and a pool. That said, rates still feel a little inflated, especially compared to the Novotel London ExCeL next door.
Nicely tucked away in a surprisingly quiet area of central London, Arosfa Hotel is situated in a refurbished 200-year-old Georgian town house that was once the home Pre-Raphaelite artist Sir John Everett. It's a 15-room luxury bed and breakfast that is close to great transport links, and is within walking distance of some of London's major sights. With its old-meets-new design, a keen attention to detail, and a handful of free goodies for guests, Arosfa is small but enticing choice for short-term visits.
Nicely tucked away in a surprisingly quiet area of central London, Arosfa Hotel is situated in a refurbished 200-year-old Georgian town house that was once the home Pre-Raphaelite artist Sir John Everett. It's a 15-room luxury bed and breakfast that is close to great transport links, and is within walking distance of some of London's major sights. With its old-meets-new design, a keen attention to detail, and a handful of free goodies for guests, Arosfa is small but enticing choice for short-term visits.
The 12-room Cherry Court Hotel is a simple and quaint budget property near Victoria Station. While the rooms are simple and sparse, the family-run hotel is well-maintained, clean, and bright. Common space is limited, though there is a small back garden deck. A free continental breakfast of fruit and cookies is delivered to the rooms each morning, and Wi-Fi is free throughout the hotel, though the signal can be weak in top-floor rooms. Travelers looking for hipper budget accommodations could try the Clink78 Hostel, which has private and shared rooms.
The 12-room Cherry Court Hotel is a simple and quaint budget property near Victoria Station. While the rooms are simple and sparse, the family-run hotel is well-maintained, clean, and bright. Common space is limited, though there is a small back garden deck. A free continental breakfast of fruit and cookies is delivered to the rooms each morning, and Wi-Fi is free throughout the hotel, though the signal can be weak in top-floor rooms. Travelers looking for hipper budget accommodations could try the Clink78 Hostel, which has private and shared rooms.
The Holiday Inn London Bloomsbury is a mid-range, 316-room property that veers little from its chain hotel template. Its main selling point is the great location -- a quiet road within walking distance of both King's Cross and Oxford Street. Most rooms are relatively large (for London), with modern if uninspired decor, though they can be a little noisy, and the lack of free Wi-Fi is disappointing. The sports pub, and lounge bar with Starbucks coffee are nice touches. Rates are standard for this level of hotel in central London, though for a likely saving, guests should compare prices with the more charming Arosfa hotel close by.
The Holiday Inn London Bloomsbury is a mid-range, 316-room property that veers little from its chain hotel template. Its main selling point is the great location -- a quiet road within walking distance of both King's Cross and Oxford Street. Most rooms are relatively large (for London), with modern if uninspired decor, though they can be a little noisy, and the lack of free Wi-Fi is disappointing. The sports pub, and lounge bar with Starbucks coffee are nice touches. Rates are standard for this level of hotel in central London, though for a likely saving, guests should compare prices with the more charming Arosfa hotel close by.
The 58-room Presidential Apartments are premium, self-contained, serviced apartments located between Kensington and Earl's Court in west-central London. Apartments are modern with fully-equipped kitchens, and many open to balconies or small courtyards (though some units are in the basement). There isn't much in the way of public areas or any restaurant or bar options on-site. "Presidential" might be a bit misleading, but overall they're a good value, and offer an upscale option central enough for most travelers -- especially those staying longer than a few days.
The 58-room Presidential Apartments are premium, self-contained, serviced apartments located between Kensington and Earl's Court in west-central London. Apartments are modern with fully-equipped kitchens, and many open to balconies or small courtyards (though some units are in the basement). There isn't much in the way of public areas or any restaurant or bar options on-site. "Presidential" might be a bit misleading, but overall they're a good value, and offer an upscale option central enough for most travelers -- especially those staying longer than a few days.
There are 102 rooms at this charming hotel in the affluent Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea. Set right in Sloane Square, guests will be spoiled for choice with high-end shops just outside the hotel. On-site, there’s a cafe, bar, and access to the French brasserie next door. Wi-Fi is free and there are two meeting rooms for business guests. Rooms are small, but have a fresh vintage-modern decor along with good views, Nespresso machines, and iPod docks. Those wanting to be within a stone's throw of the top London museums should check out The Ampersand Hotel as an alternative, which also has a game room and a fitness center.
There are 102 rooms at this charming hotel in the affluent Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea. Set right in Sloane Square, guests will be spoiled for choice with high-end shops just outside the hotel. On-site, there’s a cafe, bar, and access to the French brasserie next door. Wi-Fi is free and there are two meeting rooms for business guests. Rooms are small, but have a fresh vintage-modern decor along with good views, Nespresso machines, and iPod docks. Those wanting to be within a stone's throw of the top London museums should check out The Ampersand Hotel as an alternative, which also has a game room and a fitness center.
For those looking for a lovely spot for an extended stay, the 65-room Nadler Kensington (formerly Base2stay) is an affordable option in a decent area of Kensington. A non-pretentious attitude toward saving money, proactive eco policies, and smartly designed rooms are some definite perks -- and may very well make the relatively small size of the rooms a bearable downside. The hotel also got some stylish upgrades when it rebranded.
For those looking for a lovely spot for an extended stay, the 65-room Nadler Kensington (formerly Base2stay) is an affordable option in a decent area of Kensington. A non-pretentious attitude toward saving money, proactive eco policies, and smartly designed rooms are some definite perks -- and may very well make the relatively small size of the rooms a bearable downside. The hotel also got some stylish upgrades when it rebranded.
Bright and clean with a modern vibe, this is a no-frills, value hotel that provides high quality essentials at a low price in a central location. While Point A Hotel, London King's Cross does deliver on these fronts, be prepared to pay for anything extra, including TV usage and Wi-Fi. This hotel is a better value than local competitors such as Alhambra Hotel and Jesmond Dene Hotel only if you don't need any extras.
Bright and clean with a modern vibe, this is a no-frills, value hotel that provides high quality essentials at a low price in a central location. While Point A Hotel, London King's Cross does deliver on these fronts, be prepared to pay for anything extra, including TV usage and Wi-Fi. This hotel is a better value than local competitors such as Alhambra Hotel and Jesmond Dene Hotel only if you don't need any extras.