This adorable hotel in the Kensington area was a great spot. It was very close to Paddington Station, so very easy to get around. A couple of blocks from Hyde Park. The room was very spacious for 3 of us. I would recommend this hotel if you prefer the quieter Kensington area.
I got into the city earlier than I expected and hoped to check in early, as I was totally exhausted from little sleep and lots of travel. At first they said no rooms were ready but someone checked and there was a room that was almost done, in 30 minutes. An hour passed, no one said anything. Then I saw someone checking in and the woman at the desk said “Yes a room is ready for you” and I went to the other man at the desk and just said “Hi I was told that a room would be ready for me in half an hour but it’s been over an hour. Do you know what the status is?” And the woman with the other customer looked in her computer for a second and said “oh I’m sorry, your room actually isn’t ready, it’ll be another hour or so.” And then the man checked me into my room. It definitely felt like they were about to give away my room, they didn’t communicate to one another or me. Apart from that, the staff was great. The room was clean but very dated, with rust around the edges of the tub, and they had signs all over everything- warnings about the hot water, what not to flush, how long to run the dryer… just very strange. Also it’s not really close the any train stations. I walked about 10-15 minutes from Paddington. Little observations, not really complaints or dealbreakers. It was comfortable for one night at a good price, and I’d probably go back in a pinch.
We enjoyed our stay very much. Staff was very friendly and efficient. The full English breakfast was delicious. The hotel is conveniently located a short walk away from 2 tube stations on the Central line, 1 street away from Hyde Park, and close to a Hop-on / Hop-off bus stop. There is a FANTASTIC Greek restaurant less than a block away, and Harrod's is a short walk away, too! Our *only* complaint concerned the shower experience: availability of hot water, and a VERY finicky temp control. Curiously, there was always hot water at the sink, but not at the shower, which was clearly a function of hotel occupancy and peak usage times. The building is old, and has lots of "personality" which makes the stay an adventure in itself.
Great hotel. Would book again when visiting London.
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Beautiful building in a terrific location.
I would love to use this hotel in the future. Highly Recommended.
The view of the room was the back of anoother building
Room heating was poor in cold weather. Icxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Located in London City Centre, Lancaster Gate Hotel is a leisurely stroll from popular sights such as Hyde Park and Kensington Palace. This 196-room, 3-star hotel has a restaurant and 24-hour room service, along with free in-room WiFi.
Enjoy a bite to eat at the hotel's restaurant, or relax with a drink at the bar/lounge. Savor a meal from the comfort of your room with 24-hour room service, or get a quick energy boost at the coffee shop/cafe. For your convenience, a buffet breakfast is served for a fee on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.
Guests can expect free WiFi and LCD TVs with satellite channels and pay movies. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Coffee makers, safes, and desks are other standard amenities.
A local mainstay since 1866, Lancaster Gate Hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a computer station, and free newspapers. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with luggage storage, securing valuables, and tours or tickets. Additional amenities include laundry facilities and a TV in a common area.
This adorable hotel in the Kensington area was a great spot. It was very close to Paddington Station, so very easy to get around. A couple of blocks from Hyde Park. The room was very spacious for 3 of us. I would recommend this hotel if you prefer the quieter Kensington area.
I got into the city earlier than I expected and hoped to check in early, as I was totally exhausted from little sleep and lots of travel. At first they said no rooms were ready but someone checked and there was a room that was almost done, in 30 minutes. An hour passed, no one said anything. Then I saw someone checking in and the woman at the desk said “Yes a room is ready for you” and I went to the other man at the desk and just said “Hi I was told that a room would be ready for me in half an hour but it’s been over an hour. Do you know what the status is?” And the woman with the other customer looked in her computer for a second and said “oh I’m sorry, your room actually isn’t ready, it’ll be another hour or so.” And then the man checked me into my room. It definitely felt like they were about to give away my room, they didn’t communicate to one another or me. Apart from that, the staff was great. The room was clean but very dated, with rust around the edges of the tub, and they had signs all over everything- warnings about the hot water, what not to flush, how long to run the dryer… just very strange. Also it’s not really close the any train stations. I walked about 10-15 minutes from Paddington. Little observations, not really complaints or dealbreakers. It was comfortable for one night at a good price, and I’d probably go back in a pinch.
We enjoyed our stay very much. Staff was very friendly and efficient. The full English breakfast was delicious. The hotel is conveniently located a short walk away from 2 tube stations on the Central line, 1 street away from Hyde Park, and close to a Hop-on / Hop-off bus stop. There is a FANTASTIC Greek restaurant less than a block away, and Harrod's is a short walk away, too! Our *only* complaint concerned the shower experience: availability of hot water, and a VERY finicky temp control. Curiously, there was always hot water at the sink, but not at the shower, which was clearly a function of hotel occupancy and peak usage times. The building is old, and has lots of "personality" which makes the stay an adventure in itself.
Great hotel. Would book again when visiting London.
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Beautiful building in a terrific location.
I would love to use this hotel in the future. Highly Recommended.
The view of the room was the back of anoother building
Room heating was poor in cold weather. Icxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
