The upscale Beaufort House's, located one block from Harrods department store in the heart of posh Knightsbridge, has 21 spacious and bright apartments. Plenty of upmarket restaurants and bars are nearby, plus the South Kensington and Knightsbridge tube stations are within a five- to 10-minute walk. There’s no restaurant or bar on site, but all apartments have dining areas and a full kitchen that's stocked with basic groceries free of charge. Wi-Fi is free throughout the property and guests can access a nearby Aquilla Healthclub for free. For a historic boutique hotel with an excellent on-site restaurant, guests may want to consider The Levin, just a few blocks away.
The upscale Beaufort House's, located one block from Harrods department store in the heart of posh Knightsbridge, has 21 spacious and bright apartments. Plenty of upmarket restaurants and bars are nearby, plus the South Kensington and Knightsbridge tube stations are within a five- to 10-minute walk. There’s no restaurant or bar on site, but all apartments have dining areas and a full kitchen that's stocked with basic groceries free of charge. Wi-Fi is free throughout the property and guests can access a nearby Aquilla Healthclub for free. For a historic boutique hotel with an excellent on-site restaurant, guests may want to consider The Levin, just a few blocks away.
The mid-range Holiday Inn Express London - Greenwich is a basic chain hotel for couples and families looking to be within walking distance to the O2 Arena. But it’s far from London's center, and most nearby conference centers require at least a 15-minute drive. The 162 rooms have modern amenities such as flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi, though the style is dated and rooms are small. Hotel highlights include a free breakfast buffet, a restaurant offering a simple dinner menu, and two meeting rooms. There’s no fitness center, and parking requires a fee. At the time of this writing, renovations were taking place, slated to be completed by spring 2016. For travelers who want to explore tourist attractions, the Nadler Soho might be a better choice.
The mid-range Holiday Inn Express London - Greenwich is a basic chain hotel for couples and families looking to be within walking distance to the O2 Arena. But it’s far from London's center, and most nearby conference centers require at least a 15-minute drive. The 162 rooms have modern amenities such as flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi, though the style is dated and rooms are small. Hotel highlights include a free breakfast buffet, a restaurant offering a simple dinner menu, and two meeting rooms. There’s no fitness center, and parking requires a fee. At the time of this writing, renovations were taking place, slated to be completed by spring 2016. For travelers who want to explore tourist attractions, the Nadler Soho might be a better choice.
A luxury boutique hotel with a "mid-century meets retro California" aesthetic, the Clayton Hotel Chiswick is located in west London, in a relatively peaceful suburban setting. Retro-styled rooms feature plush beds and flat-screen TVs. Facilities include a fitness room and a restaurant with British and Californian cuisine. There's a fee for in-room Wi-Fi and on-site parking is unavailable. The hotel is a good option for those who want a little boutique style and a relatively affordable rate, and don't mind staying outside of central London.
A luxury boutique hotel with a "mid-century meets retro California" aesthetic, the Clayton Hotel Chiswick is located in west London, in a relatively peaceful suburban setting. Retro-styled rooms feature plush beds and flat-screen TVs. Facilities include a fitness room and a restaurant with British and Californian cuisine. There's a fee for in-room Wi-Fi and on-site parking is unavailable. The hotel is a good option for those who want a little boutique style and a relatively affordable rate, and don't mind staying outside of central London.
There are 31 rooms at this two-pearl property set just off London’s Euston Road. It’s a central and convenient location for visitors to the city as many attractions and transport links like St. Pancras International train station are within a short walk. The guest rooms are basic, modern, and well maintained, though some do not have en-suite bathrooms. Wi-Fi is free throughout the property and an airport shuttle and parking are both available for an additional fee, but there are few other features. It's worth comparing rates with the nearby Alhambra Hotel, a similar property where breakfast is included in the room rate.
There are 31 rooms at this two-pearl property set just off London’s Euston Road. It’s a central and convenient location for visitors to the city as many attractions and transport links like St. Pancras International train station are within a short walk. The guest rooms are basic, modern, and well maintained, though some do not have en-suite bathrooms. Wi-Fi is free throughout the property and an airport shuttle and parking are both available for an additional fee, but there are few other features. It's worth comparing rates with the nearby Alhambra Hotel, a similar property where breakfast is included in the room rate.
With its corporate identity and awkward placement in London's financial district, the upscale Crowne Plaza London is a good fit for business travelers. But its chic modern rooms, proximity to popular sites, and unique perks -- such as a special "sleep packet" curated by a New York doctor to aid in a good-night's sleep -- make for a good value stay for leisure travelers, too.
With its corporate identity and awkward placement in London's financial district, the upscale Crowne Plaza London is a good fit for business travelers. But its chic modern rooms, proximity to popular sites, and unique perks -- such as a special "sleep packet" curated by a New York doctor to aid in a good-night's sleep -- make for a good value stay for leisure travelers, too.
The 47-room Premier Inn London Leicester Square is a mid-range, chain hotel with clean, comfortable, and modern facilities, if not somewhat generic decor. It’s a great value for the location, especially for those who want to sightsee in London -- the hotel is one-minute walk from the tube, a five-minute walk from Trafalgar Square and Piccadilly Circus, and a 20-minute walk from Buckingham Palace. Rooms are well-maintained, quiet, and a good size for a central London property. They come equipped with air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and comfortable beds, but don’t have mini-fridges and the free Wi-Fi can be slow. The on-site restaurant serves a buffet breakfast, but it doesn’t come standard in the room rate. The price is hard to beat for the area -- the nearby every hotel Piccadilly is a similar property that has an on-site gym, but it’s usually more expensive.
The 47-room Premier Inn London Leicester Square is a mid-range, chain hotel with clean, comfortable, and modern facilities, if not somewhat generic decor. It’s a great value for the location, especially for those who want to sightsee in London -- the hotel is one-minute walk from the tube, a five-minute walk from Trafalgar Square and Piccadilly Circus, and a 20-minute walk from Buckingham Palace. Rooms are well-maintained, quiet, and a good size for a central London property. They come equipped with air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and comfortable beds, but don’t have mini-fridges and the free Wi-Fi can be slow. The on-site restaurant serves a buffet breakfast, but it doesn’t come standard in the room rate. The price is hard to beat for the area -- the nearby every hotel Piccadilly is a similar property that has an on-site gym, but it’s usually more expensive.
The Apex London Wall Hotel is located in the heart of the business and financial district of London. This 83-room hotel is part of a mid-sized chain that offers quality service and reasonable room rates. All rooms are tastefully decorated with comfortable furnishings, 40-inch flat-screen TVs, and stocked minibars. Room amenities include free Wi-Fi along with separate soaking tubs and walk-in showers in all room categories. Some rooms have balconies while all have an electric kettle and free mineral water. Hotel highlights include a modern fitness center and Off The Wall Restaurant and Bar. While this neighborhood can sometimes be quiet on weekends, it is near transport for easy exploration of London.
The Apex London Wall Hotel is located in the heart of the business and financial district of London. This 83-room hotel is part of a mid-sized chain that offers quality service and reasonable room rates. All rooms are tastefully decorated with comfortable furnishings, 40-inch flat-screen TVs, and stocked minibars. Room amenities include free Wi-Fi along with separate soaking tubs and walk-in showers in all room categories. Some rooms have balconies while all have an electric kettle and free mineral water. Hotel highlights include a modern fitness center and Off The Wall Restaurant and Bar. While this neighborhood can sometimes be quiet on weekends, it is near transport for easy exploration of London.
This boutique hotel has a great West End location with efficient transport links to Heathrow Airport, and rooms are refreshingly colorful and modern -- but the almost futuristic style of the lobby might not be to everyone's taste. The fitness center is a perk for a hotel of this size, as is the inclusion of a stylish brasserie on-site. Overall, though, Hotel Indigo lacks the amenities of a larger hotel, and cheap materials can make the funky, stylish decor feel a bit less high-end than the decor at some competing four-pearl properties.
This boutique hotel has a great West End location with efficient transport links to Heathrow Airport, and rooms are refreshingly colorful and modern -- but the almost futuristic style of the lobby might not be to everyone's taste. The fitness center is a perk for a hotel of this size, as is the inclusion of a stylish brasserie on-site. Overall, though, Hotel Indigo lacks the amenities of a larger hotel, and cheap materials can make the funky, stylish decor feel a bit less high-end than the decor at some competing four-pearl properties.
The 331-room St. Ermins is a massive, corporate-sized hotel -- with a distinctively non-corporate feel. The interiors are an attractive blend of period styles (including white Victorian balustrades and Art Deco furniture and patterns). Sophisticated rooms also show Art Deco influences, and are decorated in grays, whites, greens, and reds. They also have up-to-date technology, including flat-screen TVs and iPod docks, and all but the lowest room category have marble bathrooms. Overall, the hotel offers decent value for a four-pearl property, and a quiet, convenient Westminster location.
The 331-room St. Ermins is a massive, corporate-sized hotel -- with a distinctively non-corporate feel. The interiors are an attractive blend of period styles (including white Victorian balustrades and Art Deco furniture and patterns). Sophisticated rooms also show Art Deco influences, and are decorated in grays, whites, greens, and reds. They also have up-to-date technology, including flat-screen TVs and iPod docks, and all but the lowest room category have marble bathrooms. Overall, the hotel offers decent value for a four-pearl property, and a quiet, convenient Westminster location.
The Thistle Hyde Park is an elegant hotel dating back to the Victorian era. Decor is traditional with chandeliers, hanging portraits, and dramatic curtains. All 54 rooms are comfortable and clean with flat-screen TVs, electric kettles, and big bathrooms. Some rooms also have excellent views over Hyde Park. With high ceilings and plenty of character, this hotel is a good match for guests seeking relaxation over contemporary style. Hotel highlights include a restaurant, lounge, and bar along with a cozy writing room. While some rooms are on the small side, the location is convenient for walking to nearby Notting Hill Gate and the rooms are good value.
The Thistle Hyde Park is an elegant hotel dating back to the Victorian era. Decor is traditional with chandeliers, hanging portraits, and dramatic curtains. All 54 rooms are comfortable and clean with flat-screen TVs, electric kettles, and big bathrooms. Some rooms also have excellent views over Hyde Park. With high ceilings and plenty of character, this hotel is a good match for guests seeking relaxation over contemporary style. Hotel highlights include a restaurant, lounge, and bar along with a cozy writing room. While some rooms are on the small side, the location is convenient for walking to nearby Notting Hill Gate and the rooms are good value.