WHILE London may not always be synonymous with budget-friendly breaks, there are still many ways to enjoy an affordable staycation in the capital.
We’ve rounded up our pick of deals for the 10 best-rated London hotels, as voted by TripAdvisor reviewers – and deals start from £30pp a night.
Once you’ve sorted your accommodation, you could also save up to 45 per cent on tickets to top London attractions, including Madame Tussauds and the London Eye.
Prices start from £60 for adults and £54 for children, which saves you 32 per cent compared to what you would pay at the door.
However, the amount you save will depend on how many attractions you visit.
We have also found the best-rated activities for families in London, including football stadium tours, museums and interactive tours.
Here are the 10 best-rated hotels in London, according to TripAdvisor reviews:
1. Park Grand Paddington Court
Located only 350 yards from Paddington train station, the hotel offers easy access to central London, including Oxford Street, Hyde Park, and Mayfair.
The Park Grand Paddington Court London has a Victorian structure and blends a vintage aesthetic with contemporary rooms.
Every room comes equipped with tea and coffee machines as well as a flat-screen TV.
The bar has a modern atmosphere and is a great place for guests to relax after a long day of walking around the city. Plus, a breakfast buffet with hot food and delicacies is available every morning.
2. Travelodge London City hotel
The Travelodge London City Hotel is located near Aldgate, in the heart of London’s financial district.
The hotel is only a 7-minute walk from the iconic Gherkin and close to London’s top attractions, with Tower Bridge and St Paul’s Cathedral within walking distance.
If shopping is your thing, the renowned Petticoat Lane Market is right there, or you could take the tube to Oxford Circus from Liverpool Street Station, which only takes 10 minutes.
The standard rooms feature a king-size bed, blackout curtains, a Samsung Freeview TV, a desk, bedside USB charging ports, and a modern en-suite bathroom.
3. Premier Inn London County Hall hotel
The Premier Inn London County Hall places you in the centre of London, being just minutes away from the London Eye and in the same building as the Shrek Adventure.
Thanks to its incredible location, you’ll get views of some of London’s most iconic monuments.
The rooms at Premier Inn feature a TV, free wifi, tea and coffee makers and a desk.
The family rooms are available too and will have either sofa beds or pull-out beds for the kids depending on the hotel.
If you’re travelling with a baby, the hotel can set up a travel cot.
4. Travelodge London Central Waterloo
The Travelodge London Central Waterloo is in an unbeatable position, you can walk to the Waterloo tube station and to South Bank in approximately five minutes.
Some of the capital’s most famous attractions, such as Westminster Bridge, the London Eye, and the Sea Life London Aquarium, are all within a 15-minute walk of this location.
History lovers can also find the Old Vic Theater and the Imperial War Museum, which are also just a short distance away.
The hotel is one of the first ones to receive a makeover, with new rooms, stylish bar cafés and new reception areas.
5. President Hotel
The President Hotel is located less than a mile away from King’s Cross St. Pancras, where you’ll find a multitude of restaurants, shops and bars.
Just a few minutes away by car, you’ll also find the Arts Theatre, Theatre Royal Drury Lane, and Tottenham Court Road.
The British Museum, Royal Opera House, and Dominion Theatre are also among the well-known attractions close to the President Hotel.
The hotel is staffed around the clock, and you’ll also get free wifi throughout the whole property.
Every morning, the hotel offers a buffet or full English breakfast.
6. CitizenM London Bankside
Located in the centre of London, CitizenM London Bankside is a chic, modern hotel next to the Millennium Bridge, which will place you two minutes away from Borough Market, and the Tate Modern.
The stylish bedrooms have ambient lighting that can be controlled by the room iPad or the free citizenM app.
You’ll be able to adjust the temperature, TV and radio stations, blackout blinds, and room lighting by connecting your mobile device to the TV.
The citizenM hotel also features a modern communal living space with iMacs available to use for all guests.
The CanteenM is open around-the-clock serving sandwiches, hot foods, draught beer, champagne, and other drinks.
7. Travelodge London Covent Garden
When it comes to location, the London Covent Garden Hotel is situated in the centre of London, and it’s the perfect hotel if you want to be a tourist and explore the city.
Covent Garden is known for its captivating street performers, fashionable restaurants, trendy stores, and thriving theatre scene.
The London Transport Museum and the Royal Opera House are nearby, while a short stroll will take you to Soho, Oxford Street, and Leicester Square.
All the SuperRooms at Travelodge offer a Lavazza A Modo Mio coffee maker and a 3jet adjustable shower.
8. Travelodge London Central City Road
The Travelodge London Central City Road hotel is conveniently close to some of London’s top attractions, including the West End and East London, which is home to hip Shoreditch, the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, and St. Paul’s Cathedral, to name a few hotspots.
A reviewer said this hotel is in a “perfect location to explore London’s quirky side with trendy Shoreditch a 10 minute walk away.”
A comfortable king-size bed with four plush pillows and a warm blanket is included in every double room, with upgrades available too.
9. hub by Premier Inn London Westminster
The hub by Premier Inn features chic and small rooms with features like easy-to-use touchscreen controls for lighting and temperature, double beds, sleek pull-out workstations, and a tonne of under-bed storage.
They also feature a 40″ smart TV to catch up with pals online or to watch the newest blockbusters and free wifi.
This hotel is located in Westminster, which is a blend of the old and contemporary, filled with famous sights and historic structures in the capital’s political district.
You’ll also find lots of palaces, taverns, shopping, and hidden gardens to relax and explore the city.
This hub hotel offers two different room types, standard and bigger; the bigger room has a king-size bed and monsoon shower.
10. Strand Palace
The Strand Place has been open since 1909, and it’s located in the heart of London’s West End.
Five minutes on foot will get you to Covent Garden’s shops and the Royal Opera House, and eight minutes will transport you to Trafalgar Square.
The hotel features two bars serving drinks and afternoon tea, along with a restaurant serving British food.
There is a gym on-site, and room service is available 24/7 – perfect for snacks after a lively night out in London.
All prices are based on two adults sharing a room.
We’ve also revealed how to find the cheapest Travelodge hotel room deals, with prices from £7pp a night.
For a more unique break, Brits can stay at the only UK holiday park with on-site Wetherspoons from £4pp a night.
While seaside cottage stays are on sale from £27pp this summer, in Suffolk, Wales and Devon.
Prices correct at the time of publication.
