London hotels - Best Three / Two Star Hotels in London(8)

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33 Barmouth Road

33 Barmouth Road is a friendly Bed & Breakfast located in a quiet residential area of Wandsworth.

The location provides good road access to the south of England via the A3 or to the north using the M25 orbital. Travel to central London in less than 30 minutes by train. The nearest station is Wandsworth Town.

Local attractions include Wandsworth Common, the Ram Brewery visitor centre and Wandsworth Museum. There are many good restaurants and pubs in the area. The Ship Inn overlooking the River Thames, next to Wandsworth Bridge, is recommended for its food and great atmosphere.

Accommodation consists of two rooms. The twin room can be converted into a double and has an en-suite bathroom. The double room has an en-suite shower. Both are functionally furnished and decorated in simple, neutral colours. Other facilities include satellite TV, DVD and Internet access.

A continental or full English breakfast is included in the room rate. Children are welcome at 33 Barmouth Road and cots are provided. There is limited on-street parking available.

Nessie & Duncan Maclay, 33 Barmouth Road, Wandsworth Common, London SW18 2DT

Tel: 020 8877 0331

Web: www.maclayworld.com

Hallam Hotel

The Hallam is a privately run hotel, ideally located for exploring London. It is situated next to the BBC Broadcasting House between the London boroughs of Marylebone, Soho and Bloomsbury.

Regent Street and Oxford Street are a few minutes walk from the hotel. Other local attractions include Regents Park, the British Museum and Madame Tussauds.

The bedrooms are elegantly furnished with large windows and comfortable beds. All the rooms have a private bathroom and are centrally heated. Other facilities include TV, radio, hairdryer, direct dial telephone, mini bar and tea/ coffee making facilities.

The three types of room available are double/ twin, single and cabin. The cabin room is a very small, single room but it does have en-suite facilities. A full English breakfast is included in the room rates.

There is a relaxing lounge area on the ground floor, furnished with fine leather armchairs and sofas. The hotel reception is open 24 hours a day. The friendly staff can give advice about where to visit in London and are happy to book theatre tickets or arrange tours.

Hallam Hotel, 12 Hallam Street, Portland Place, London, W1N 5LF

Tel: 020 7580 1166 Fax: 020 7323 4527

Web: www.hallamhotel.com

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/

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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