30 Jamestown Road, London, United Kingdom | (888) 240-0568
Located in buzzing Camden, a five-minute walk from Camden Town tube station
Situated on Camden Lock, with some rooms overlooking Regent's Canal
Contemporary and funky interior design with Camden-inspired touches
A two-story "Open Lobby" with free Wi-Fi and international power sockets
An in-house Starbucks, open 24 hours
On-site restaurant serves meals throughout the day
Lacks on-site parking
Room decor on the plain side
Wi-Fi not free in rooms
Some noise from local nightlife
This upper-middle-range Holiday Inn breaks the chain's mold with its hip and funky lobby and public spaces, reflecting the vibrant scene of its Camden Lock surroundings. The hotel overlooks Regent's Canal with lovely views from some rooms, and central London is just a few tube stops away. Rooms are modern and clean, but with relatively uninspiring interior decor. The two-story "Open Lobby" is a great place to hang out, and its 24-hour café is a nice touch. All in all, the Holiday Inn is good value for its location and funky vibe.
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Scene
Untypically trendy vibe in chain hotel with Camden-inspired design touches
What immediately strikes you before evening entering this Holiday Inn is its clear ambition to distance itself from the drab uniformity of a chain hotel. From the outside, the property is a conspicuous wedge of contemporary architecture, with colorful window frames and polished steel. Stepping inside, you're met with a funky and fresh lobby area, decked out with eclectic modern furnishings and Scandinavian-style touches. Efforts have been made to connect the interior design to the vibrant scene of its location, with Camden-inspired adornments dotted around its lounge areas. The cool, laid-back vibe attracts a mixture of hip younger tourists keen to stay in the heart of this happening neighborhood, as well as corporate guests who'd likely prefer to chill out in trendy surrounds between business appointments.
Location
Vibrant Camden location overlooking canal and a few stop from city center
The hotel is located directly on Camden Lock in North London, a five-minute walk from the Camden Town station of the London Underground, and a few stops from the city center. The property overlooks Regent's Canal and the famous Camden Lock Market, but is set on a side street that's relatively quiet for this part of town. It's also a 10-15 minute taxi ride to King's Cross transport hub, while Regent's Park is just a 10-minute walk away.
Rooms
Modern though uninspired rooms, some with canal views
The Camden Holiday Inn's room decor and vibe doesn't quite live up to the standard set in its public spaces, with standard chain furnishings and lackluster aesthetics. That said, all the rooms clean and modern with a choice of pillows and mini fridges. Bathrooms are fresh and contemporary and all include full-size tubs and power showers. For a fee you can upgrade to a room with views over the canal. In-room Wi-Fi costs extra, unless you are a rewards club member.
Features
Funky and relaxed Open Lobby with free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour Starbucks
The "Open Lobby" spread over two floors provides a comfortable environment to relax with a drink, offering free Wi-Fi, movies, wall sockets that accept a range of international plug types, and a café serving Starbucks coffee around the clock.An extensive breakfast buffet is served each morning (for a fee) in the hotel's fresh and contemporary mezzanine dining area. A seasonally inspired menu is also offered throughout the day that includes brunch options and a selection of wines.
