Shakespeare Hotel

Property class: 3

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Reception
Garden
Front of property
Quadruple Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior detail

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

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22-28 Norfolk Square, Paddington, London, England, W2 1RS
  • Place, Hyde Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Kensington Gardens
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Marble Arch
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Room options

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1

Economy Single Room

  • Sleeps 1

Single Room

7.2 out of 10
Good
(33 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Triple Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds OR 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

Quadruple Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Economy Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Family Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Beds OR 3 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Family Room

  • Sleeps 5

Standard Double Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(23 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Twin Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Superior Twin Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Single Room, Shared Bathroom

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Superior Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Superior Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

Single Room With Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1

Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4

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About the neighborhood

London

Located in London City Centre, Shakespeare Hotel is within a 10-minute walk of popular sights such as Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens. This 50-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with in-room amenities like refrigerators, coffee makers, and flat-screen TVs.

What's nearby

  • The Grosvenor Victoria Casino London - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Hyde Park - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Kensington Gardens - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Paddington Central - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Marble Arch - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • London Paddington Station - 2 min walk
  • Paddington Underground Station - 2 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Angus Steakhouse Paddington - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪CÉ LA VI London - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Blank Street Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪146 Pad - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Paramount Lebanese Kitchen - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Shakespeare Hotel

Shakespeare Hotel features free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and coffee in a common area. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with tours or tickets, securing valuables, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a meeting room, an arcade/game room, and express check-out.
Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Refrigerators, coffee makers, and phones are also available.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 6.75 for adults and GBP 6.75 for children
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 steps to reach entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 4 buildings
  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out fee: GBP 30
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: GBP 5 per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately GBP 6.75 for adults and GBP 6.75 for children
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 30

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Shakespeare Hotel?

Shakespeare Hotel provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Shakespeare Hotel?

As of Apr 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shakespeare Hotel on Apr 20, 2026 start from $88, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to see near Shakespeare Hotel?

This hotel is situated in London City Centre within a 10-minute walk of Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens. You'll also find Marble Arch and Oxford Street within a short drive.

Does Shakespeare Hotel feature a casino on the premises?

No, Shakespeare Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Shakespeare Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Does Shakespeare Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Shakespeare Hotel offers continental breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will Shakespeare Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Shakespeare Hotel.

What is the closest airport to Shakespeare Hotel?

The closest major airport to Shakespeare Hotel is London City Airport (LCY), which is 12.8 mi away (67 minutes by car). Another top airport is Heathrow Airport (LHR), which is located 18.2 mi away (52-minute drive).

Shakespeare Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 276 out of 1177 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 383 out of 1177 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 306 out of 1177 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 131 out of 1177 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 81 out of 1177 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Annette

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean staff was friendly and helpful! Hotel is in perfect area!
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Daphne

Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Renee

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was a bit on the small side for 3 adults, but was manageable for the 2 nights we stayed. Note that there is NO lift, so suitcases need to be carried up multiple flights of stairs. Also, you can hear and feel the underground, but it's not too loud or disruptive. Really good walkable location to Paddington Station, tube station, public bus stops and Hop-On, Hop-Off bus stops.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Dhawal

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Aileen

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cheap and cheerful!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Glenda

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Dr Bilal

Ok for 3 star hotel. The carpet in
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

COLIN

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The rooms are tired and dated. The first night couldn't sleep because train noise and vibration. Wee told a staff member. She said that people have complained before about this. This wasn't mentioned when wee booked or checked it. Wouldn't stay at this hotel again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great option for family trip. Although at high up floors water pressure was low (ask which floor will u be in)
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Jozlyn

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
My biggest issue with this hotel is being 3 stories high and having no lift or bell hop to help with baggage. I don't mind doing stairs on the daily but dragging our bags up there was a bit difficult (the staircases were also narrow). The rooms were small but that is to be expected in London. We had our own shower and toilet which seemed clean enough. The shower was a bit bizarre as it was not tall enough to go over your head, you had to hand hold it to rinse your hair and face. It felt like a camper shower. Not bad just cramped and utilitarian. We had pretty noisy neighbors on all sides but our kids were rather noisy themselves (just during the day though, they sleep early). BUT you can hear the underground every single 5 minutes rumble underneath. So if you are a light sleeper, I do not recommend this hotel. Even on the 3rd floor, you still heard and felt the trains. What the hotel lacked in physical property conditions, it made up for in staff. The breakfast staff were so very kind, welcoming, and friendly. They made me and my family feel very welcome. It is right across the street from a pretty little square park with some statues. It is nice to have a green place to walk and look upon while travelling in the city. Also, it is within walking distance to Hyde Park and Kensington Palace. It was quite an easy walk, too. I really enjoyed my stay here, overall. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ideally placed in the heart of London… staff where brilliant… well worth the money
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Qi Na

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff very helpful.I requested a room without needing stairs due to a recent back problem that occurred after I had booked. Room was basic but very clean and on the ground floor.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect for our family, the only challenge for us are our luggages to take it up to our room. Overall, good place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Pauline

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location so close to the underground. Room was clean but a bit dated. The bathroom was small. Overall it was fine though as we were out all day. breakfast was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

John

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Uncomfortable beds.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, few minutes walk from Paddington station and underground. Loads of places to eat nearby. Fridge in the room was great for food and drink. I was in a single room with a good hairdryer, 7 plug sockets, 2 USBs, decent sized TV. Nighttime lighting in the bathroom. Very comfy bed. Could hear the trains but didn't keep me awake. Continental breakfast with some hot items was a bonus. Staff friendly. Yes it was a bit tired in the communal areas but rooms were very clean and great value. I would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Business traveler
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast very minimal. Room very basic but suitable for what I needed
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly reception staff, clean room, five minutes from Paddington Station and underground.
Triple room
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Meilyr

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Joann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
A great location near Paddington Station. The room was fine.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Judy

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

A

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
The location is perfect - inbetween Regent's and Hyde Park and a few minutes away from Paddington Basin and station. The hotel is in need of renovation - we were on the 4th floor with steep stairs - breathless when we reached the room!! The room was small but clean and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025