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Shakespeare Hotel

3.0 star property

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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

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free WiFi

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free WiFi

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room

7.2 out of 10
Good
(34 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Triple Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room

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

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Quadruple Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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
  • Free WiFi

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Single Room

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

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

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

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free WiFi

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free WiFi

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free WiFi

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

  • Sleeps 5
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double Room

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

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room

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

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Twin Room

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

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Single Room, Shared Bathroom | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room, Shared Bathroom

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

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Single Room With Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free WiFi

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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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

  • 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
  • Park Lane - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪CÉ LA VI London - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Angus Steakhouse Paddington - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Blank Street Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Paramount Lebanese Kitchen - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪146 Pad - ‬3 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 luggage storage, tours or tickets, and securing valuables. 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.

Property is also known as

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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 May 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shakespeare Hotel on May 31, 2026 start from $92, 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.

Is there parking available at Shakespeare Hotel?

No, there isn't parking at this hotel.

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 hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

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.

Does Shakespeare Hotel have connecting rooms available?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

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).

Are there rooms with balconies at Shakespeare Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Shakespeare Hotel.

Shakespeare Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 281 out of 1192 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 388 out of 1192 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 310 out of 1192 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 132 out of 1192 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 81 out of 1192 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Pardeep

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean on-suite room with quick check-in and check-out. Great location for Paddington Station and the Heathrow Express.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Simon Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
A really lovely little hotel , nothing fancy but well presented , perfect location, spotlessly clean, very reasonable priced and everything you need to get your head down and have a comfortable evenings sleep , would use again in a heart beat
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Kieran

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Staff were very friendly. Polite and helpful at the front desk. Room was small and had a funny smell
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Christine, Amherst

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
The woman at check in didn’t look up from what she was doing despite that I was standing three feet away. I had to finally ask her if I was in the right place for check in. The room was very clean. The twin beds are smaller than a regular twin bed - think more the size of a cot. The bathroom was super clean but super tiny. There was good water pressure in the shower and plenty of hot water. The tv had only … maybe 4 channels - one being the shopping channel. The remote didn’t work. The breakfast was mediocre. Luke warm Scrambled eggs, boiled eggs, cold cereals, waffles, beans, toast, some fruit, plain yogurt and watered down juice, tea and coffee. Internet was soooo slow. You could pay a premium for faster internet. The noise and vibration from the train!!! Awful! Very bad! Location is good but overall I would recommend spending a bit more and staying in a better spot. The hotels in the area are in abundance.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was clean, the staff were lovely, the location was perfect, and the breakfast was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Susan Howie

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The staff were lovely but the hotel itself could do with some tlc. Can’t really complain because the price was really good.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Bo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Bra pris , helt OK rum. 😃😃😃
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

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

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