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Situated within 700 metres of British Museum and 1.1 km of Euston Station in the centre of London, Cleveland Residences Russell Square features accommodation with free WiFi and a kitchenette. The property is set 1.3 km from Royal Opera House, 1.6 km from Arts Theatre and 1.3 km from King's Cross Station. The accommodation offers a lift, full-day security and luggage storage for guests.

The property and the room was very clean. The property also had an amazing smell once you entered inside at the front. The host and staff were very professional and accommodating, which I really appreciated. Great central location. I loved that the train station was a short walking distance away.

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Wonderful
1,145 reviews
Price from
$216
per night

Wilde Aparthotels London Paddington offers accommodation within 3 km of the centre of London, with free WiFi, and a kitchenette with a dishwasher, a microwave and a toaster. This 4-star aparthotel offers a 24-hour front desk. Private parking can be arranged at an extra charge.

Very close to a bunch of Halal food, clean, modern apartment, walking distance from Paddington and Edgware underground station, friendly and helpful staff, able to get early check-in.

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9.2
Wonderful
5,024 reviews
Price from
$192
per night

Featuring a garden and a bar, room2 Chiswick Hometel is located in London, 3.6 km from Eventim Apollo and 4.2 km from Olympia Exhibition Centre. Featuring a fitness centre, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The hotel features family rooms.

staff so welcoming, location very convenient to everywhere

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9.2
Wonderful
1,508 reviews
Price from
$135
per night

Located 1.1 km from Brick Lane, Wilde Aparthotels London Aldgate Tower Bridge offers 4-star accommodation in London and has a fitness centre. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk and a lift, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The aparthotel features family rooms and facilities for disabled guests.

The room was comfortable and has more than what I needed for my stay. I booked a studio which had a kitchen and sofa bed. The kitchen is complete and convenient.

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9.1
Wonderful
3,162 reviews
Price from
$191
per night

Ideally situated in London, The Kings Arms Pub & Boutique Rooms features a buffet breakfast and free WiFi. Boasting a bar, the hotel is close to several noted attractions, around 600 metres from Oxford Circus, 700 metres from Oxford Street and 1 km from Tottenham Court Road. The accommodation offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage for guests.

Very friendly and helpful people. Extremely clean room, bathroom. Very comfortable bed. Nicely decorated bar. Good breakfast. Great location, close to Soho and many restaurants.

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9.4
Wonderful
1,244 reviews
Price from
$274
per night

The Londoner features a stunning guest-only club, six concept restaurants and bars including a rooftop lounge, a spa with pool, gym, superfood clinic and beauty salon. There are 350 luxurious bedrooms and suites including a tower penthouse suite with panoramic views.

Spacious clean room Super friendly staff Great gym proximity to everywhere

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9
Wonderful
4,799 reviews
Price from
$582
per night

Conveniently situated in London, Hart Shoreditch Hotel London, Curio Collection by Hilton provides air-conditioned rooms, free bikes, free WiFi and a fitness centre. This 4-star hotel offers room service and a concierge service. Guests can make use of a bar.

The details: bed, bath, shower, coffee machine, tea maker, everything great. To feel like home but in London

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9
Wonderful
2,200 reviews
Price from
$210
per night

Set in London, 400 metres from Buckingham Palace, The Guardsman - Preferred Hotels and Resorts features a bar and views of the city. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk and room service, along with free WiFi. The hotel features family rooms.

Very nice hotel with boutique-like feeling in a calm area, friendly staff, very nice breakfast, close to a lot of places in London (Buckingham palace, Hyde park, Big Ben...)

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9
Wonderful
1,583 reviews
Price from
$264
per night

Page8, Page Hotels is situated between Covent Garden and Trafalgar Square. It offers a merged communal lounge and part bar/part coffee shop. There is a small outdoor terrace and luggage storage space. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk and concierge services.

very warm and welcoming mood all over the property

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9
Wonderful
4,647 reviews
Price from
$361
per night

Ideally set in the centre of London, Blackbird features free WiFi throughout the property and a bar. The property is set 1.9 km from Royal Albert Hall, 1.9 km from Stamford Bridge - Chelsea FC and 2.3 km from Harrods. The property is non-smoking and is situated 1.4 km from Natural History Museum.

The room was perfect. Modern but suited the age of the building. Nice breakfast menu with well prepared dishes!

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9.2
Wonderful
1,315 reviews
Price from
$223
per night

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For those trying to save, these fun, budget hotels still have lots to offer, from WiFi to convenient locations. Popular with backpackers, many properties are set in central areas and include comfortable rooms with private or shared bathrooms. You’ll also find loads of options that feature 24-hour front desks and luggage storage.
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  • room2 Chiswick Hometel
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 1,508 reviews

    Featuring a garden and a bar, room2 Chiswick Hometel is located in London, 2.3 miles from Eventim Apollo and 2.6 miles from Olympia Exhibition Centre.

    Friendly staff. Very clean. Excellent service. Excellent bed.

  • The Kings Arms Pub & Boutique Rooms
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 1,244 reviews

    Ideally set in London, The Kings Arms Pub & Boutique Rooms has a buffet breakfast and free WiFi.

    Staff extremely nice, venue full of character, super central.

  • The Londoner
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 4,798 reviews

    The Londoner features a stunning guest-only club, six concept restaurants and bars including a rooftop lounge, a spa with pool, gym, superfood clinic and beauty salon.

    The location is super, near to absolutely everything.

  • Hart Shoreditch Hotel London, Curio Collection by Hilton
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 2,200 reviews

    Conveniently located in London, Hart Shoreditch Hotel London, Curio Collection by Hilton provides air-conditioned rooms, free bikes, free WiFi and a fitness center.

    I liked the atmosphere of the hotel and the security

  • Blackbird
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 1,315 reviews

    Ideally located in the center of London, Blackbird has free WiFi throughout the property and a bar.

    Breakfast was great. Room and decor really lovely.

  • Half Moon
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 1,227 reviews

    Half Moon is located in London, within a 10-minute bus ride from O2 Academy Brixton and has a garden. The property is set 2.5 mi from Crystal Palace Park. Free WiFi is available.

    Excellent facilities, friendly staff and great breakfast!

  • The Fox & Goose Hotel
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 5,469 reviews

    The Fox And Goose Hotel is only 5 minutes' walk from Hanger Lane Underground Station (Central Line), a 15-minute drive from Wembley Stadium/Arena, and 30 minutes from Central London by public...

    Staff very friendly , room spotless and breakfast was lovely .

  • The Langham London
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 1,608 reviews

    Located at the top of Regent Street, the prestigious Langham offers an award-winning glamorous bar, Artesian, and a stylish restaurant, Roux at the Landau.

    Everything! Roman marble decor! Luxury massive bed!

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  • Heart of London's West End / Pro Host
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2 reviews

    Heart of London's West End / Pro Host offers accommodations in London, a 5-minute walk from Charing Cross Tube Station and 300 yards from Trafalgar Square.

  • Covent Garden / Trafalgar / Leicester Sq Diamond
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 5 reviews

    Covent Garden / Trafalgar / Leicester Sq Diamond offers accommodations in London, a 5-minute walk from Royal Opera House and 600 yards from National Gallery London.

    Beautiful property, excellent location, wonderful hosts, just perfect!

  • Stunning Covent Garden DREAM COME TRUE Super Quiet HOTEL Alike HOME
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 3 reviews

    Stunning Covent Garden DREAM COME TRUE Super Quiet HOTEL Alike HOME is located in London, just a 4-minute walk from Royal Opera House and 500 yards from National Gallery London.

  • Broadwick Soho
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 46 reviews

    Ideally located in the center of London, Broadwick Soho has air-conditioned rooms, a terrace, free WiFi and a restaurant. This 5-star hotel offers room service and a concierge service.

    Stylish, opulent, fabulous service. An oasis in the middle of soho.

  • Welcome London St Martin's
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 15 reviews

    Welcome London St Martin's features accommodations within 0.4 miles of the center of London, with free Wifi and a kitchen with an oven, a microwave, and a toaster.

    Appartamento adorabile in ottima posizione. Tutto perfetto.

  • Covent Garden Hotel, Firmdale Hotels
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 240 reviews

    In the heart of London’s theater district, Covent Garden Hotel is a 5 minute walk from the Royal Opera House, and surrounded by some of London’s best restaurants, bars and nightlife.

    Excellent hotel. Rooms are very big and comfortable

  • The Soho Hotel, Firmdale Hotels
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 395 reviews

    Just a 5-minute walk from Oxford Street, The Soho Hotel features a fully equipped gym with an on-site personal trainer.

    Everything. This hotel is exceptional in every way.

  • Raffles London at The OWO
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 35 reviews

    Featuring a bar, Raffles London at The OWO is located in the center of London, a 1-minute walk from Banqueting House.

    Best hotel in London, great restaurants, staff and rooms.

  • One Aldwych
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 728 reviews

    Located in London and with Savoy Theatre reachable within a 2-minute walk, One Aldwych provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar.

    Great location Clean Staff were friendly & helpful

  • The Beaumont Hotel
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 258 reviews

    Offering a popular restaurant, spa and fitness center, The Beaumont Hotel is set in the prestigious London district of Mayfair.

    The Service provided by the staff was exceptional.

  • Welcome London - Trafalgar Square
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 10 reviews

    Welcome London - Trafalgar Square offers accommodations in London, a 6-minute walk from Embankment Tube Station and 0.4 miles from Leicester Square Tube Station.

    Perfect location. Clear instructions. Very well maintained.

  • Welcome London Leicester Square
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 9 reviews

    Welcome London Leicester Square in London offers accommodations with free Wifi, a 5-minute walk from Savoy Theatre, 300 yards from Charing Cross Tube Station, and a 4-minute walk from Arts Theatre.

    Location comfy beds excellent kitchen area very good value for money in an area of London you want to be in .

  • 2-BR apartment for 6 in Covent Garden with ac
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 8 reviews

    2-BR apartment for 6 in Covent Garden with ac in London offers accommodations with free Wifi, a 4-minute walk from Leicester Square Tube Station, 400 yards from Charing Cross Tube Station, and a 3-...

    Ideal location very clean plenty of space and very quiet at night

  • Covent Garden Haven - 2 Bedrooms. 2 Bathrooms
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 5 reviews

    Covent Garden Haven - 2 Bedrooms. 2 Bathrooms offers accommodations in London, a 5-minute walk from Savoy Theatre and 200 yards from Arts Theatre. This apartment provides an elevator and free Wifi.

  • Haymarket Hotel, Firmdale Hotels
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 244 reviews

    In the heart of London’s theater district, the elegant Haymarket Hotel is surrounded by restaurants, bars, and is just next door to the Theater Royal.

    Absolutely everything and all the staff. it’s a 6 STAR.

  • Bankside Hotel, Autograph Collection
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 590 reviews

    Located a 13-minute walk from London Eye, Bankside, Autograph Collection features an outside terrace, restaurant and bar.

    Nice hotel, good free WiFi, handy for tube and river.

  • The Peninsula London
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 82 reviews

    Conveniently set in the center of London, The Peninsula London provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, private parking and room service.

    Struttura nuova e all avanguardia nella tecnologia

  • 2 Bedroom Apartment right on Trafalgar Square
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 11 reviews

    Just a 5-minute walk from Embankment Tube Station and 0.4 miles from Leicester Square Tube Station, 2 Bedroom Apartment right on Trafalgar Square features accommodations in London with a terrace.

    Situation exceptionnelle. Appartement confortable et très propre. Équipement complet (sauf sèche-cheveux !).

  • Charing Cross Road One Bedroom
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 4 reviews

    Charing Cross Road One Bedroom is located in London, just a 4-minute walk from National Gallery London and 500 yards from Prince Edward Theatre.

  • Hausd - Soho
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 37 reviews

    Hausd - Soho is located in London, just a 3-minute walk from Prince Of Wales Theatre and 700 yards from Trafalgar Square.

    Very central to London and really clean and spacious

  • Magda Boutique Rooms
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 139 reviews

    Located in the center of London, a 7-minute walk from Oxford Circus Tube Station, Magda Boutique Rooms has air-conditioned rooms and free WiFi.

    Perfect location Lovely staff, so helpful abs welcoming Beautiful room

  • The BoTree - Preferred Hotels and Resorts
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 348 reviews

    Located in London and with Oxford Circus Tube Station reachable within a 8-minute walk, The BoTree - Preferred Hotels and Resorts has concierge services, allergy-free rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi...

    The location and the very kind and attentive staff.

  • COMO The Halkin
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 209 reviews

    COMO The Halkin, discreetly located in the heart of London’s leafy Belgravia is located between Hyde Park, Sloane Square and Knightsbridge, promising an elegant hideaway for travelers exploring the...

    Room 101 was amazing clean, spacious towels do soft.

  • Location Trafalgar Square 1 Bedr, 3 Beds, sleeps 6
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 6 reviews

    Location Trafalgar Square 1 Bedr, 3 Beds, sleeps 6 is located in London, just a 5-minute walk from Royal Opera House and 600 yards from National Gallery London.

  • DUPLEX 2 Bedr, 3 Beds, 2,5 Bath Trafalgar Square
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 19 reviews

    DUPLEX 2 Bedr, 3 Beds, 2,5 Bath Trafalgar Square offers accommodations in London, a 4-minute walk from Royal Opera House and 600 yards from National Gallery London.

    Really enjoyed this place, very modern and clean. Location was great and close to many amenities. Would definitely stay here again.

  • London Chinatown Apartments
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 284 reviews

    London Chinatown Apartments is a recently renovated apartment in the center of London, a few steps from Queen's Theatre and a 3-minute walk from Prince Edward Theatre.

    Great location, staff was very friendly and helpful.

  • NoMad London
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 945 reviews

    Located in the center of Covent Garden adjacent to the Royal Opera House, NoMad London takes residence in the historic Bow Street Magistrates' Court Building.

    Fit out was gorgeous, lovely mix of old and well curated style.

  • Hazlitt's
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 1,010 reviews

    In London's Theatreland, in the heart of the West End, this 4-star boutique hotel offers beautiful rooms with antique furniture and free Wi-Fi. There is a 24-hour front desk and a library lounge.

    Great staff and beautiful lounges with honour system bar

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  • Wilde Aparthotels London Paddington
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 5,022 reviews

    Wilde Aparthotels London Paddington offers accommodations within 1.8 miles of the center of London, with free Wifi and a kitchenette with a dishwasher, a microwave, and a toaster.

    The view and the quiet. Yehia was particularly nice.

  • Wilde Aparthotels London Aldgate Tower Bridge
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 3,162 reviews

    Wilde Aparthotels London Aldgate Tower Bridge provides a fitness center and air-conditioned accommodations in London, a 13-minute walk from Brick Lane.

    High standard of rooms, great kitchenette facilities.

  • The Guardsman - Preferred Hotels and Resorts
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 1,583 reviews

    Set in London, 1312 feet from Buckingham Palace, The Guardsman - Preferred Hotels and Resorts features a bar and views of the city.

    Modern, clean & great place to explore London from!

  • Page8, Page Hotels
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 4,646 reviews

    Page8, Page Hotels is located between Covent Garden and Trafalgar Square. It offers a merged communal lounge and part bar/part coffee shop. There is a small outdoor terrace and luggage storage space.

    First class hotel, spotless room, excellent location.

  • Native Bankside
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 2,374 reviews

    Providing a fitness center, Native Bankside is set in London, not far from Borough Market and London Bridge. Complimentary WiFi is provided.

    Everything was excellent. Would definitely stay again.

  • Wilde Aparthotels London Covent Garden
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 4,246 reviews

    Wilde Aparthotels London Covent Garden is located on the Strand in the heart of the West End theater district and just a few minutes stroll from Leicester Square and Trafalgar Square.

    Amazing location and a charming ‘capsule’ apartment.

  • COVE Cannon Street
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 1,155 reviews

    COVE Cannon Street is set in London, 0.7 mi from Tower of London. Tower Bridge is 0.9 mi from the property. All units include a dining area and a flat-screen TV.

    Clean apartment and very kind and facilitating staff

  • Batty Langley's
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 1,033 reviews

    Located just a 7-minute walk from London Liverpool Street Station, Batty Langley's features beautiful rooms with antique furniture, heavy silk curtains and quirky bathrooms.

    Excellent staff! Fantastic place, very "old style".

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  • Avg. price/night: $165.99
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,197 reviews
    Very clean and comfortable bedding. Was very low cost for me and 5 friends to spend a few days in London. Brilliant location with Paddington station only 2 minutes walking. Brilliant hotel on a budget
    Charlie
    Travelers with friends
  • Avg. price/night: $249.77
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 9,020 reviews
    Location is ideal. Design was modern and gave a luxurious feel for an affordable price. Staff were nice. The room had a light system you could press to let the staff know if you were ready for the room to be cleaned. This was nice and convenient. Bed was comfortable and the room was very clean.
    Brandon
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $130.85
    5.9
    Scored 5.9
    Above average
    Rated okay
     · 4,277 reviews
    2nd time we stayed here. We love the location. Ideal if you come with the eurostar and you arrive late or leave early. It is on 1 zone so you can walk everywhere or using the tube you are in few minutes in piccadilly. The hotel is old-fashion but very clean and the staff is very friendly. It feels home to us. Price is ideal for us which travel on budget.
    Elisa
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $221.57
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,414 reviews
    Great location only 10 minutes walk from Victoria Station. This is a great budget hotel with very nice, friendly and professional staff. The room was very compact but very clean and with a comfortable bed and small private shower/wc. I’d definitely recommend this hotel as as it’s pretty good value for London.
    Kevin
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $196.27
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,197 reviews
    We have friends in London who live close to this hotel, so the location was ideal for us in an area with not many affordable options. Public transport around London from the hotel was very easy. The room was ‘cheap and cheerful’. It was basic but clean and comfortable. Absolutely fine as a base and a place to sleep.
    Sulfiati
    Travelers with friends
  • 6.1
    Scored 6.1
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 2,145 reviews
    Location was ideal for the places that I was visiting. It's only a 5 minute walk to the British Museum and about 20 minute walk from St Pancras/Kings Cross. Very clean, comfy bed, bathroom was clean and plenty of hot water. Ideal if you are looking for cheap and cheerful.
    Zoe
    Solo traveler
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 24 reviews
    The home owner is a lovely lady, very clean house with large rooms and in a good location in London. Extremely cheap compared to conventional hotels in London, well worth the price would 100% recommend to anyone looking for an affordable, comfy stay in London
    Alex
    Solo traveler
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,295 reviews
    We had a great stay at this hotel its cheap & cheerful & in a really good location! The hotel is very clean with basic amenities but everything we needed! Tubes are close within an easy walk!
    A
    Anonymous
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: $291.23
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,684 reviews
    The lovely welcome from the staff when we arrived. The room was small, but had everything we needed and was very clean. The bathroom was spotless. The location was fantastic. Lovely area and ideal for Paddington Station.
    janette
    Family with young children
  • 7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,429 reviews
    Staff were very obliging and friendly, the location to Paddington station was excellent only a 2 minute walk. The rooms are small but very clean and suited our budget and needs, Ideal for a couple. Would stay again
    Jason
    Young couple

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