London's Best Three / Two Star Hotels - Recommended hotels in London(12)

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30 Pavilion Road

30 Pavilion Road is a Georgian house in the heart of Knightsbridge. Originally it was an old water pumping station that has been transformed to host corporate events, conferences, private parties and weddings. Individually decorated and tastefully furnished bedrooms are available for guests who wish to stay overnight. All the rooms have en-suite bathrooms. Luxurious bath salts, face wash and soft bath robes are provided free of charge. The bedrooms are air-conditioned and have WiFi Internet access. Room service is available 24 hours a day. In the morning enjoy a continental breakfast on the roof terrace overlooking Knightsbridge. Breakfast is included in the room rate. 30 Pavillion Road is capable of hosting any type of event. It can accommodate 240 guests for a cocktail reception equally as well as an executive lunch for 20. The talented Head Chef uses only the freshest ingredient to create delicious seasonal menus tailored to the individual event’s requirements. The hotel is centrally located close to many of London’s top attractions. Superb shopping, including Harrods and Harvey Nicholls, is a few metres from the hotel’s door. Other local attractions include Hyde Park, Buckingham Palace, the Royal Albert Hall and the Natural History Museum. The nearest Underground station is Knightsbridge. 30 Pavillion Road is an ideal location for your wedding reception. It is licensed for civil weddings. The resident events team will help with every aspect of planning your function.
30 Pavilion Road, Knightsbridge, London, SW1X 0HJ
Tel: 020 7823 9212 Fax: 020 7823 8694 Web: www.30pavillionroad.co.uk

Barclay House

Barclay House is a Bed & Breakfast occupying a charming Victorian terraced house. Its location in a quiet, tree-lined street in Fulham provides an ideal base for exploring London. The house was originally built in 1872. The interior décor combines original period features with modern amenities, creating a comfortable and homely place to stay. For eating out, the local area has many fine restaurants with cuisines ranging from Italian, Spanish, Indian, to Vietnamese and English. Other local attractions include excellent shopping at the fashionable Kings Road and fascinating history at the Victoria & Albert Museum. Travelling to central London takes less than 10 minutes by Underground. The nearest Tube station is Fulham Broadway, which is on the District line. Barclay House is a family home with a choice of two double bedrooms to let. There is a shared bathroom and guests have access to the sitting room, piano area and summer roof terrace. Breakfast is included in the room rate and is served between 7.30am and 8.30am in the kitchen or dining area. Barclay House is popular with some of the world’s finest musicians. It is not uncommon to hear the beautiful sound of the Seiler grand piano, while the musician relaxes between stage or academic performances. The Bed & Breakfast has a wonderfully relaxed atmosphere and it will soon feel like your second home. The owners are happy to give you a set of keys, allowing you to come and go as you please.
WiFi Internet access is available but technical support is not offered by the owners!
Barclay House, 21 Barclay Road, London SW6
Tel: 020 7384 3390 Web: www.barclayhouselondon.com

At Home Inn Chelsea

This Bed & Breakfast is the family home of Margaret and Simon de Mare. It is situated in a quiet residential street in Chelsea. The local area is well known for its bistros and restaurants. The popular Hollywood Arms pub is recommended as a good place to eat. A few minutes walk will take you to the fashionable Fulham Road with its café bars and the wonderful boutique shops of the Kings Road. Hop on a London bus at the end of the road and you will travel past the Victoria & Albert Museum and Harrods to Piccadilly Circus and the West End. If you want to travel on the underground then the nearest Tube station is Earls Court. This station operates on the Piccadilly and District Lines, and is 15 minutes walk from the Bed & Breakfast. Accommodation consists of 2 bedrooms, a double or a twin room, each with its own bathroom. They have lovely views of the garden and there is access to a small roof terrace to enjoy the summer sun. Breakfast is included in the room rate. WiFi Internet access is available and there is off-street parking. Children are welcome but they will need to like cats, as Kippa is a permanent resident at this Bed & Breakfast.
At Home Inn Chelsea, 6 Oakfield Street, London SW10 9JB
Tel: 020 7352 2970 Web: www.athomeinnchelsea.com

The Coach House

The Coach House is a separate building with its own private entrance, located in the garden of the owner’s family home. It can sleep up to 5 people and is ideal accommodation for a family or a group of friends visiting London. The Coach House is a short walk from the tranquil, open space of Wandsworth Common. It is close to the fashionable Bellevue Road, with its unique blend of shops, trendy bars and cafés. The nearest Tube station is Balham, a 7 minute walk from the Coach House. Balham operates on the Northern line, which will take you to Victoria Station, Leicester Square and Oxford Street in less than 20 minutes. The Coach House was built in the late 19th century. It is a building with plenty of charm and character. There are 2 bedrooms. The main en-suite bedroom is on the first floor, with original oak beams and French windows that overlook the beautiful garden. It is well-furnished with a double and single bed, a wardrobe and a chest of drawers. Other in-room facilities include a telephone, radio, TV and hairdryer. The second bedroom is on the ground floor. It has the same in-room amenities as the main bedroom, with two comfortable single beds. The room has private bathroom facilities but they are not en-suite. The Coach House has a well-equipped kitchen with a fridge/ freezer, cooker and microwave. The kitchen table comfortably seats 4 people. Breakfast is included in the tariff and is served in the kitchen/ breakfast room of the main house. The choice is a continental or full English breakfast. It is available every day apart from Sundays, which is the owners’ day off. The Coach House is limited to one booking at a time, so you will have exclusive use of the property during your stay.
The Coach House, 2 Tunley Road, London SW17 7QJ
Tel: 020 8772 1939 Fax: 020 8181 6152 Web: www.coachhouse.com

Temple Lodge Club

The Temple Lodge Club prides itself on being a peaceful Christian haven in the heart of London. The building it occupies is a Georgian listed property and was once the home of the artist Sir Frank Brangwyn. Activities in the local area include pleasant walks by the River Thames, going past the house of William Morris towards the attractive Kew Gardens. Just over Hammersmith Bridge is the Waterfowl sanctuary at the Wetlands Centre. The area has three theatres, all within 5 minutes walk of the Temple Lodge Club. The bedrooms are spacious, light and furnished in a Scandinavian style. The choice is of a single, shared or twin room. Bathroom facilities are shared. There is a toilet, bath and shower on every corridor. Each room has its own tea and coffee making facilities. Bedrooms are not equipped with TV’s and radios, to maintain the peaceful ambience of the Lodge. A vegetarian breakfast is included in the room tariff, with many of its ingredients coming from organic sources. A vegan option is available on request. It is served in the dining room on the ground floor, which overlooks the garden. The library also has views of the garden and provides a quiet location to relax with a good book. Two function rooms are available to hire on the ground floor. They are ideal for small meetings. Other amenities include hairdryers, ironing facilities, a payphone and a safe for valuables. Wireless Internet access is available on request.
Temple Lodge Club, 51 Queen Caroline Street, Hammersmith, London W6 9QL
Tel: 020 8748 8388 Fax: 020 8748 8322 Web: www.templelodgeclub.com

The Goring

The Goring is an elegant luxury hotel, which has been managed by four generations of the same family. It is situated in a quiet street in the centre of London. It is an ideal location if you want to experience the history and architecture of the city. Buckingham Palace is adjacent to the hotel and it is within walking distance of Westminster Abbey and the Houses of Parliament.
The nearby St. James Royal park provides a tranquil retreat and many hours can be spent strolling around the wide expanse of Hyde Park. Accommodation consists of lavishly decorated rooms and suites. All have en-suite bathrooms and are furnished to a high standard. The Goring is a family friendly hotel. It has bedrooms available with connecting doors. The most spacious rooms are the suites. They have a separate, well-appointed sitting room and are furnished in a classically English style. The en-suite bathrooms are decorated in marble. All the rooms are equipped with the latest in communication and entertainment systems, providing on-demand, digital quality films and music. High speed Internet access is also available. Guests at The Goring can enjoy complimentary membership of the LA Fitness Club, 3 minutes walk from the hotel. Facilities include a swimming pool, sauna and state-of-the-art gym. Lunch and Dinner is served in the sumptuous Dining Room. Its interior is by Linley, one of England’s finest furniture makers. This provides the perfect setting to enjoy a delicious menu.
Breakfast is offered in the comfortable Garden lounge. A traditional Afternoon Tea can be taken on the terrace overlooking the attractive gardens. And an evening aperitif can be enjoyed in the opulent surrounding of the Garden Bar.
Although the hotel is in the centre of London, it has the added luxury of a beautiful private garden. In the summer the garden creates the ideal setting for a wedding reception and can accommodate up to 250 guests. As well as weddings, the Goring can host private parties and business meetings, with a selection of elegant function rooms available to hire.
The Goring, Beeston Place, Grosvenor Gardens, London SW1W 0JW
Tel: 020 7396 9000 Fax: 020 7834 4393 Web: www.goringhotel.co.uk

Fox Hill Bed & Breakfast

Fox Hill Bed & Breakfast occupies a charming, large Victorian house in Crystal Palace. The landscape of Fox Hill was immortalised in 1870 by the French painter, Camille Pissarro. His painting "Fox Hill, Upper Norward" now resides at the National Gallery. The tree depicted in the foreground of the painting still exists today, directly opposite the guest house. Local places of interest include Dulwich Picture Gallery, the Horniman Museum and the Crystal Palace Museum. During the summer months open air concerts are a regular occurrence in Crystal Palace Park. The owners, Sue and Tim, have been running the Bed & Breakfast for over 5 years. The welcoming atmosphere and comfortable surroundings will soon make you feel at home. Accommodation consists of a large double bedroom with private bathroom on the top floor. On the first floor is a double room and a twin-bedded room, which both share a shower room. The rooms are comfortable, well-furnished and have their own TV. A full English or continental breakfast is included in the room rate. Dinner can be arranged for an extra charge. Pets and children are welcome. There is some free parking but prior notice needs to be given. Broadband Internet access is available.

Fox Hill Bed & Breakfast, 24 Fox Hill, Crystal Palace, London SE19 2XE
Tel: 020 8768 0059 Web: www.foxhill-bandb.co.uk

26 Hillgate Place

Tucked away in a quiet street, next to the bustling area of Notting Hill and fashionable Kensington, 26 Hillgate Place offers quality bed and breakfast accommodation. The house was built in the 1840’s and retains all the charm of these period properties. Notting Hill has many wonderful cafés, bars and restaurants. Portobello and Kensington are superb shopping areas with many antique shops and fashion boutiques. Kensington Gardens and Hyde Park are a short walk away. And all off London’s other attractions are easily accessible by Tube or bus. The nearest Tube station is Notting Hill Gate. Accommodation comprises of two bedrooms, both uniquely decorated and furnished with a Caribbean and Indian influence. The en-suite bedroom has a comfortable queen sized bed. The walls are adorned with beautiful Indian textiles and paintings. The bathroom is very spacious, with a dark wooden floor and a claw foot, cast iron bath. The other room is the larger of the two. It has a king sized bed and antique Indian furniture. The shared bathroom is up a flight of stairs. It is spacious with a large corner bath and shower. Each room has a mini chiller for milk or water and tea/ coffee making facilities. Other features include complimentary toiletries, bath robes, a bowl of fruit, a hairdryer and an iron. Breakfast is included in the room rate and is served in the dining room overlooking the small, leafy courtyard garden. The dining room is always available for guests to use, as is the courtyard and terrace. Children are welcome but you need to be aware that it is an old house with many twisting stairs. Although much loved by the guest house owners, pets are unfortunately not allowed.
Hilary Dunne, 26 Hillgate Place, Notting Hill Gate, London, W8 7ST
Tel: 020 7727 7717 Web: www.26hillgateplace.co.uk

The Cumberland

The Cumberland’s combines modern, contemporary interior design with high levels of comfort and service. In the hotel’s lobby you will notice many original sculptures and paintings, as well as comfortable leather chairs to relax in while waiting for your friends. The Cumberland is close to many of London’s attractions and good public transport links are on the hotel’s doorstep. The influence of design is carried through to the bedrooms, where the headboards have been created using references and influences from the architecture that surrounds the hotel. The 1,019 rooms, suites and apartments are furnished to a high standard with contemporary, modern décor. Each room has a well-appointed bathroom with frosted glass fittings and complimentary toiletries. Other room features include a unique work of art and a plasma or LCD screen TV.
The respected chef Gary Rhodes is the creative force behind the hotel’s Rhodes W1 restaurant. Its intimate yet welcoming atmosphere is the result of British designer Kelly Hoppen’s interior décor, which perfectly compliments the restaurant’s style of cuisine. The Rhodes Brassiere Bar has a lively atmosphere, especially at the weekends when the resident DJ’s are playing. It is a good place to meet with friends, and enjoy a light meal and drink. The Carbon Bar, Kua Bar and The Market provide plenty more options for entertainment, food and refreshments. The hotel’s 26 meeting rooms are an ideal location for conferences, business meetings, exhibitions, wedding receptions and special events. Every room can been adapted to suit your needs and extensive catering facilities are available.
The Cumberland. Great Cumberland Place, London
Tel: 0871 376 9014 Web: www.guoman.com

The Oxford Hotel

The centrally located Oxford Hotel provides inexpensive accommodation. Situated on a quiet side street in Bayswater, the hotel is a short walk from Kensington Gardens, Knightsbridge and Hyde Park. Paddington and Lancaster Gate Tube stations are close by. A short trip on the Underground will take you to the West End, an area well known for its theatres and nightlife.
Accommodation comprises 21 well-appointed guestrooms, all with en-suite facilities. Other in-room features include telephone, satellite TV, tea/ coffee making facilities, microwave and a hairdryer. Choose from a single, double, twin, triple or family room.
The hotel’s Concierge service is happy to be your tour guide to the city. They can provide information about where to go and what to see. If you need tickets booking, they will make the arrangements for you. A laundry/ dry cleaning service is available and reception is open till late to assist with any requests.
The Oxford Hotel, 13 Craven Terrace, London, W2 3QD
Tel: 020 7402 6860 Fax: 020 7262 7574 Web: www.oxfordhotellondon.co.uk

Victoria Inn

The Victoria Inn is a budget hotel centrally located in London. Formally a splendid terraced townhouse on the Belgrave road, it provides easy access to Victoria Bus Station and Victoria Railway Station, the home of the Gatwick Express. Local attractions within walking distance include the Tate Gallery, Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace and the Houses of Parliament.
The hotel has 43 comfortably furnished and tastefully decorated bedrooms. Each has a private bathroom; other features include TV, direct dial telephone, hairdryer, WiFi Internet access and tea/ coffee making facilities. Breakfast, served in the pleasant restaurant, is included in the room price. For all other meals the local area has an excellent selection of restaurants and cafes to choose from.
Seasonal offers are available throughout the year. The hotel's efficient and friendly staff will be happy to help with your enquiry.
The Victoria Inn London, 65-67 Belgrave Road, Victoria, London, SW1V 2BG
Tel: 020 7834 6721 Fax: 020 7931 0201 Web: www.victoriainn.co.uk

Citadines London Barbican

The Barbican Centre, home of the London Symphony Orchestra and Royal Shakespeare Company, is just around the corner from Citadines. To the south is London’s financial and business district, including the famous Fleet Street. While staying in the area, you can view the magnificent architecture of St Paul’s Cathedral, or spend some time exploring the area’s pubs and backstreets with their unique shops.
Accommodation comprises 129 flats over 7 floors. These include 120 studios for 1 or 2 people and 9 one-bedroom apartments that sleep up to 4 people. The studios are furnished with sofas or pullout beds. The apartments have a choice of a sofa or pullout bed in the lounge area and a double bed in the bedroom. All rooms have a private bathroom with a hairdryer. The fully equipped kitchen areas have modern appliances including microwave, dishwasher and fridge. Other apartment amenities include satellite TV, direct-line phone, hi-fi system and safe deposit box. Linen and towels are provided free of charge and the apartments are cleaned weekly.
High speed Internet access is available in all rooms. WiFi hotspots are accessible in the public areas. Other facilities include 24-hour reception, a breakfast room, vending machines and a launderette. Pets are allowed to stay for an extra charge.
Citadines London Barbican 7-21 Goswell Road, London, EC1M 7AH Web: www.citadines.com/en/uk/london/barbican.html

Kensington Court Hotel

The Kensington Court Hotel is ideally located for the Earls Court and Olympia exhibition centres. A short walk to the Earls Court Underground provides links to the rest of London. Nearby attractions include Portobello Market and the Whiteley’s shopping centre. The local area has many excellent restaurants, pubs and cafes.
The 35 comfortable and spacious bedrooms all have private bathrooms. Other in-room facilities include satellite TV, radio, telephone, alarm clock and a complimentary hospitality tray. The hotel’s bar and restaurant area is the perfect place to relax with a cup of tea and a light snack after a long day’s sightseeing.
Sightseeing tours and car hire can be arranged by the helpful reception staff. Check-in time is 1.00pm and the check-out time is 11.00am. Children under the age of two are not charged for accommodation. Laundry and dry cleaning services are available.
Kensington Court Hotel, 33 Nevern Place, Earls Court, London, SW5 9NP
Tel: 01480 394138 Fax: 01480 353145 Web: www.kensingtoncourthotel-london.co.uk

Eden Plaza Hotel

If you love shopping, you'll love the location of The Eden Plaza Hotel. Situated in the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, the local area has many boutique shops and other retail outlets. Walk a little further and you reach Knightsbridge, home of the famous Harrods department store. For unique, independent shops try the Kings Road or one stop on the Tube will take you to Oxford Street. Other nearby tourist attractions include the Natural History museum, Science museum, Royal Albert Hall and Hyde Park.
The 62 en-suite bedrooms are tastefully decorated with all modern amenities including satellite TV, direct dial telephone, radio, trouser press, hairdryer and tea/ coffee making facilities. The Eden Plaza Hotel has a Lounge Coffee Bar and a pleasant restaurant. In the morning a continental or full English breakfast is offered. Light snacks and refreshments are available all day. The 24-hour reception can arrange theatre bookings, sight-seeing tours and make any travel arrangements. The friendly and multi-lingual staff are always pleased to assist with any enquiries.
Eden Plaza Hotel Kensington, 68-69 Queensgate, South Kensington, London, SW7 5JT
Tel: 01480 394138 Fax: 01480 353145 Web: www.edenplazahotel.co.uk

Best Western Mornington Hotel

Situated on the edge of Hyde Park, the Best Western Mornington Hotel is an elegant Victorian hotel with friendly and welcoming staff, perfectly located for the sights and sounds of the City while also having the advantage of a magnificent green space next door! Wander around London's famous Serpentine Lake and see the famous pelicans. Stroll across the park to visit Buckingham Palace or enjoy the boutique shops of Knightsbridge. The hotel is close to Paddington Station which provides transport links to the rest of the city and beyond.
The 66 well appointed guestrooms all have private bathrooms and include the modern amenities expected of 3-star accommodation. Free WiFi access is available in 33 of the rooms, as well as in the hotel public areas and the conference room.
Breakfast is available in the morning. Light snacks and drinks are served in the intimate Library Bar, which is open till late. All floors have elevator access, although there are ground floor rooms available. Pets are allowed. There is limited room service. The hotel does not have parking but there is a public car park close by.
Best Western Mornington Hotel, 12 Lancaster Gate, London, W2 3LG
Tel: 020 7262 7361 Fax: 020 7706 1028 Web: Best-Western-Mornington-Hotel

Thistle Bloomsbury Hotel

The Thistle Bloomsbury is located in the heart of London’s West End, an area well known for its theatres and nightlife. Oxford Street and Covent Garden provide excellent shopping on the hotel’s doorstep. The location is ideal for the business traveller as the City business district is but a short walk away. The 138 bedrooms are traditionally decorated in Edwardian style, all equipped with modern amenities and private bathrooms. Comfort is a priority for this hotel and this is evident in their choice of room furnishings and bed linen. Eat in at the hotel’s excellent Kingsley Brassiere and Bar or try one of the many wonderful restaurants in the local area. There is no hotel parking, but the nearby NCP car park on Museum Street charges a reasonable hourly rate.

Wireless Internet access is available throughout the hotel. You will need to purchase a voucher from reception before being able to use it. For meetings or private functions, the hotel has 7 fully air-conditioned rooms. The largest is the Albion Room which can seat up to 100 people in a theatre style setting. The elegant Eversley Room is adjacent to the Kingsley Brassiere and can cater for up to 48 dining or a 75 person reception.

Whether for work or pleasure the Thistle Bloomsbury is ideally located for experiencing the best of London’s attractions.

Thistle Bloomsbury Hotel, Bloomsbury Way, London, WC1A 2SD

Tel: 0871 376 9006 Fax: 0871 376 9106 Web: www.thistle.com/hotels/bloomsbury/

Quality Hotel Wembley

The Quality Hotel Wembley is a great location for visiting major sporting events and concerts as it is so close to Wembley stadium and arena. The Wembley Exhibition Halls and Conference Centre are also just 2 minutes walk away. Access in and out of London is made simple by excellent road links including the A40 and M40. It makes the hotel an ideal base to discover the beautiful surrounding countryside of Buckinghamshire and Hertfordshire.

The 165 functionally furnished rooms are en-suite with a bath or shower. Other in-room amenities include TV, direct dial telephone, trouser press, hairdryer, modem points and tea/ coffee making facilities. Luxury suites are available which benefit from a whirlpool bath and extra space to relax or work in.

The Empire Restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. It offers a choice of table d’hote or a la carte menus, accompanied by a good wine list. The Mirage Bar is open from 11.00am till late, 7 days a week and provides a welcoming atmosphere to relax in.

The hotel has a free car park, which is protected by CCTV. Disabled and ladies only spaces are available close to reception.

Quality Hotel Wembley offers both quality and comfort at reasonable rates.

Quality Hotel Wembley, Empire Way, Wembley, Middlesex HA9 0NH

Tel: 020 8733 9000 Fax: 020 8733 900 Web: www.hotels-wembley.com

Norfolk Towers Hotel

Norfolk Towers Hotel is centrally located in Paddington, close to Paddington Station and the Heathrow Express. A short walk will take you to Marble Arch, Hyde Park and Queensway. Nearby tourist attractions include Madame Tussaud's, Buckingham Palace, and the London Eye. Excellent shopping can be experienced at the famous department stores of Harrods and Selfridges. Portobello Market, Covent Garden and Piccadilly Circus are easily accessible by using the Tube. The nearest Underground station is at Paddington or there is an excellent bus service operating close to the hotel.

Accommodation comprises of twin, double and executive rooms. All are en-suite and other in-room amenities include TV, direct dial telephone, radio, hairdryer, complimentary toiletries and tea/coffee making facilities. The Norfolk Towers Hotel’s catering facilities include the Arundel Restaurant, Dukes Lounge bar and Cads Café bar. The comfortable Arundel restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. The Dukes Lounge bar on the ground floor serves drinks all day and is a good place to unwind after a day exploring London. The Cads Café bar is decorated with a gallery of rogues and villains from fact and fiction. This unusual décor, combined with karaoke and a giant plasma screen, will certainly keep you entertained while enjoying a light snack or drink. Friendly and helpful staff are always available to help make your stay as enjoyable and stress-free as possible at this elegant hotel.

Norfolk Towers Hotel, 34 Norfolk Place, Paddington, London, W2 1QW

Tel: 020 7262 3123 Fax: 020 7224 8687 Web: www.starcrown.com

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