London Hotel Tips by vivalasteph

I have stayed here on two occasions, and it is a great deal for a single room, about average for a double. It is clean, with a helpful staff and could not be in a more convenient spot, directly across the street from The Savoy, at the Waterloo Bridge.

Unique Qualities: I was most surprised by the pleasant service in the pub in the hotel and also the Mask Bar in the lobby. After having drinks the night I arrived I discovered that the bartender had cashed out before I paid. When I pointed it out to him he said he assumed I was staying at the hotel and I could pay him anytime before I checked out. He didn't even ask for my room number. Having never been to London before, and traveling alone, I found it such a welcome, especially in a large hotel.

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Address: 372 The Strand, London, EN WC2R

This hotel is in the process of renovation and if you don't mind staying in the old section, it is a great deal - about $100 a night for a double room. It is clean, a bit old-fashioned in decor - tapestry curtains, etc. - but a perfect neighborhood for shopping and eating, etc. You can walk to the theater district and the British Museum is only a couple of blocks away.

For not much more than the Paddington/Bayswater hotels, it is by far worth it for the location. Safe and lively neighborhood, too.


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Address: Russell Square, London, England WC1B

This is a full-service hotel located next to the Tower Bridge and the Tower of London, with easy access to the Underground and buses. Waking up to a view of the Thames is an added bonus to the friendly staff and well-appointed rooms.

Unique Qualities: Thistle Hotels has been running specials all autumn, on their hotels in London, and throughout England. Sign up for their e-newsletter and get in on these fantastic offers.

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Address: St Katharine'S Way, London null
Website: http://www.thistlehotels.co.uk

Another addition to the Thistle Hotel chain in London, this one near Russell Square is still being renovated, but offers decent sized rooms, a nice breakfast room, and basement pub with big screen TV for Skysports :).

Unique Qualities: Two blocks from the British Museum, a ten minute walk to Covent Garden and the Theater District, what more could you ask for, at about $100 a night for a double room.

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Address: 126 Southampton Row, London, England WC1B
Website: http://www.thistlehotels.co.uk