Classic Double Room, 1 Double Bed
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The Windermere Hotel
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4.6
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"Excellent!"
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For our first visit to London, the Windermere was ideal. It's located in a quiet, scenic residential neighborhood, but only a couple blocks from pubs, restaurants, and shops. Only a five minute walk to Victoria Station for trains, busses, and the London Underground. If you're looking for a hotel in the heart of the nightlife districts, this isn't it. However, if you want a nice place to relax after a hard day of touristing, this is it. A charming hotel combined from two older buildings leads to a quirky floor plan, and no two rooms are alike. The Hambi family and their staff are gracious, helpful to tourists, and very friendly. Rooms are clean and comfortable. We were there for some unseasonably hot weather, and the air conditioning was appreciated! Breakfast in the Brasserie was tasty, with plenty of food. Dinner was good as well. Overall, an outstanding experience with a friendly, welcoming family. We'd definitely stay again at the Windermere.
Very friendly staff. Hotel is well located to walk to lots of attractions (Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, Victoria & Albert). Tube is about 6 blocks away if you don't want to walk.
Staff simply wonderful efficient informed and more than helpful. Room exceeded expectations. We will be back
Friendly helpful staff with good tips on how to get around. Hotel in good location near transportation, yet quiet. I have stayed there several times and wouldn't dream of staying anywhere else in London.
The Windermere is an attractive fully modernized London boutique hotel within about a seven minute walk from Victoria Station. The London transit system has to be the best in the world and if you buy an Oyster Pass upon arrival at the airport you can avoid high taxi fares for the most part.The staff are pleasant and helpful, the room extremely comfortable and quiet and the breakfast all that one would expect of a full English breakfast. The price is rather steep but so is the price of everything else in London these days!.
What wonderful staff, gloriously comfortable rooms, expansive bathrooms, great breakfast. Cannot say enough good things about this hotel. WIsh I could come back tomorrow, it was that good!
We had a great stay at the Windemere! We arrived at 10am despite check-in time not being until 2pm. The staff let us keep our luggage at the hotel and recommended that we go to the changing of the guard as it was happening that day. The staff helped us navigate the tube stations and gave helpful reviews for local attractions. The location is AWESOME!!!! Just a 5 minute walk to Victoria Station which is the hub of everything in London. We had a 9 month old with us and staff was very accommodating for him. GREAT STAY!!! Will certainly go back!
The staff was extra helpful. We needed a place to store our luggage before arriving and they accomodated us for free! And then our luggage was already in our room when we arrived! The room was on the top floor with beautiful views of the area. Beds were extra comfy, the room was immaculate. The extra touches with the bottle of water, tea, hot chocolate and coffee were perfect! Free wifi enabled us to communicate with family back home! Breakfast on the lower floor was delish. We weren't made aware on our first morning that we could order a hot breakfast, but the continental buffet was enough to keep us satisfied. The second morning we ordered from the menu and it arrived deliciously hot! Not much to choose from on the hot menu, but it was still great! I cannot say enough nice things about this hotel...Wish we had stayed here our whole time in London! The only drawback was the extra distance to walk to the bus stop/tube stations. Hotel seemed to be located in between two stations (at least that's what we found) Although we needed to walk off all the delicious food!!
We enjoyed our stay very much and appreciated that our room was warm and cozy during an unusual cold snap (snow, ice, temperatures around 0 degrees C0. The staff were pleasant and helpful, the included breakfast was very good, and we were able to get around London easily from there--to the V&A, the Saatchi gallery, Westminster Abbey, etc--while not being in a big hotel in the middle of the tourist spots, which we prefer to avoid.
I traveled to the London to visit with a client who I get to via Victoria Station. So, I wanted a hotel near the station. The Windermere was about a 5-10 minute walk and I found it a lovely British experience. The staff was friendly and attentive, the breakfasts were great, the wi-fi worked well. The room was small but very comfortable, just the bathroom, though fully functional and with great amenities and towels, was a bit tight. Even had a safe in the closet. The bed and beddings was very comfortable. I will certainly go back.
very close to Victoria station extremely friendly and helpful staff fabulous english breakfast
Hotel highlights
- Walking distance to Victoria Palace Theatre and Sloane Square
- Free English breakfast
- Free WiFi in rooms and public areas
- Onsite dining
Located in London City Centre, The Windermere Hotel is a leisurely stroll from popular sights such as Victoria Palace Theatre and Sloane Square. This 20-room, 4-star guesthouse welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, a restaurant, and free in-room WiFi. Buckingham Palace and Big Ben are also near this London guesthouse.
Dining
Free English breakfast is included with your stay and awaits you each morning. This guesthouse is home to a brasserie and a bar/lounge. Savor a meal from the comfort of your room with room service.
Rooms
All 20 individually decorated rooms provide iPod docks, free newspapers, and laptop-compatible safes. Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with digital channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers and designer toiletries. Rooms also include desks.
Property features
A local mainstay since 1857, The Windermere Hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a computer station, and a library. If you drive, self parking is GBP 26.00 per night, or you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for GBP 45-65 per vehicle one-way. Multilingual staff at the front desk are standing by 24/7 to help with dry cleaning/laundry, concierge services, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this boutique guesthouse include free newspapers, laundry facilities, and a TV in a common area.
Guest reviews for The Windermere Hotel
Couples
For our first visit to London, the Windermere was ideal. It's located in a quiet, scenic residential neighborhood, but only a couple blocks from pubs, restaurants, and shops. Only a five minute walk to Victoria Station for trains, busses, and the London Underground. If you're looking for a hotel in the heart of the nightlife districts, this isn't it. However, if you want a nice place to relax after a hard day of touristing, this is it. A charming hotel combined from two older buildings leads to a quirky floor plan, and no two rooms are alike. The Hambi family and their staff are gracious, helpful to tourists, and very friendly. Rooms are clean and comfortable. We were there for some unseasonably hot weather, and the air conditioning was appreciated! Breakfast in the Brasserie was tasty, with plenty of food. Dinner was good as well. Overall, an outstanding experience with a friendly, welcoming family. We'd definitely stay again at the Windermere.
friendly hotel near lots
Everyone
Very friendly staff. Hotel is well located to walk to lots of attractions (Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, Victoria & Albert). Tube is about 6 blocks away if you don't want to walk.
Review comment
Emily Hambi, The Windermere responded on May 15, 2017
Thank you for choosing to stay at The Windermere, London. We hope to welcome you again. We are very well located, and are within walking distance of many attractions including Buckingham Palace and Parliament. Victoria is the nearest Underground stop (approx. 5-10 minutes walk).
victoria area gem
Everyone
Staff simply wonderful efficient informed and more than helpful. Room exceeded expectations. We will be back
Review comment
Emily Hambi, The Windermere responded on May 15, 2017
Thanks Uncle Pete for your fabulous review! We hope to welcome you again in the near future.
excellent hotel near transportation
Everyone
Friendly helpful staff with good tips on how to get around. Hotel in good location near transportation, yet quiet. I have stayed there several times and wouldn't dream of staying anywhere else in London.
Review comment
Emily Hambi, The Windermere responded on Jul 6, 2016
Dearest Edna Thank you for choosing to return to us time after time. It is always a pleasure to welcome you home. We hope to see you again soon.
comfortable
Singles
The Windermere is an attractive fully modernized London boutique hotel within about a seven minute walk from Victoria Station. The London transit system has to be the best in the world and if you buy an Oyster Pass upon arrival at the airport you can avoid high taxi fares for the most part.The staff are pleasant and helpful, the room extremely comfortable and quiet and the breakfast all that one would expect of a full English breakfast. The price is rather steep but so is the price of everything else in London these days!.
so wonderful!
Families
What wonderful staff, gloriously comfortable rooms, expansive bathrooms, great breakfast. Cannot say enough good things about this hotel. WIsh I could come back tomorrow, it was that good!
wonderful staff and location!!!
GetawayWithFriends
We had a great stay at the Windemere! We arrived at 10am despite check-in time not being until 2pm. The staff let us keep our luggage at the hotel and recommended that we go to the changing of the guard as it was happening that day. The staff helped us navigate the tube stations and gave helpful reviews for local attractions. The location is AWESOME!!!! Just a 5 minute walk to Victoria Station which is the hub of everything in London. We had a 9 month old with us and staff was very accommodating for him. GREAT STAY!!! Will certainly go back!
extraordinary!
Families
The staff was extra helpful. We needed a place to store our luggage before arriving and they accomodated us for free! And then our luggage was already in our room when we arrived! The room was on the top floor with beautiful views of the area. Beds were extra comfy, the room was immaculate. The extra touches with the bottle of water, tea, hot chocolate and coffee were perfect! Free wifi enabled us to communicate with family back home! Breakfast on the lower floor was delish. We weren't made aware on our first morning that we could order a hot breakfast, but the continental buffet was enough to keep us satisfied. The second morning we ordered from the menu and it arrived deliciously hot! Not much to choose from on the hot menu, but it was still great! I cannot say enough nice things about this hotel...Wish we had stayed here our whole time in London! The only drawback was the extra distance to walk to the bus stop/tube stations. Hotel seemed to be located in between two stations (at least that's what we found) Although we needed to walk off all the delicious food!!
small, quiet and soothing
Couples
We enjoyed our stay very much and appreciated that our room was warm and cozy during an unusual cold snap (snow, ice, temperatures around 0 degrees C0. The staff were pleasant and helpful, the included breakfast was very good, and we were able to get around London easily from there--to the V&A, the Saatchi gallery, Westminster Abbey, etc--while not being in a big hotel in the middle of the tourist spots, which we prefer to avoid.
a great find in knightsbridge
BusinessTravelers
I traveled to the London to visit with a client who I get to via Victoria Station. So, I wanted a hotel near the station. The Windermere was about a 5-10 minute walk and I found it a lovely British experience. The staff was friendly and attentive, the breakfasts were great, the wi-fi worked well. The room was small but very comfortable, just the bathroom, though fully functional and with great amenities and towels, was a bit tight. Even had a safe in the closet. The bed and beddings was very comfortable. I will certainly go back.
Thank you very much for choosing to stay at The Windermere for your first visit to London. I am very pleased that we gave you a wonderful experience. Thank you for sharing your kind words. We love taking care of our guests, and it is good to see that you felt this. We look forward to welcoming you again.