Title: Merit Kensington Hotel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Merit Kensington Hotel A comfortable home base in a vibrant London neighborhood, with iconic landmarks like Buckingham Palace and Hyde Park just moments away ## Photo gallery for Merit Kensington Hotel ![Reception - Merit Kensington Hotel (London)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1790000/1785100/1785011/65969c30.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Premium suite double/twin with a garden view | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains - Merit Kensington Hotel (London)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1790000/1785100/1785011/24f5d05f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Premium suite double/twin with a garden view | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains - Merit Kensington Hotel (London)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1790000/1785100/1785011/05742c79.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property - Merit Kensington Hotel (London)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1790000/1785100/1785011/9c8e8d4b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Restaurant - Merit Kensington Hotel (London)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1790000/1785100/1785011/f1fa97e6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Merit Kensington Hotel is near London's top attractions. Travelers appreciate the helpful staff, in-room WiFi, and front-desk safe. The hotel offers tour assistance for London day trips, and guests highlight its convenient access to public transportation. ## Reviews 8.4 Very good ## Popular amenities - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Breakfast available - Housekeeping - 24/7 front desk £50 includes taxes & fees 22 Feb - 23 Feb ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-21&selected=1785011&PinnedHotelID=1785011&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-21&selected=1785011&PinnedHotelID=1785011&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-21&endDate=2026-02-22&selected=1785011&PinnedHotelID=1785011&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-21&endDate=2026-02-22&selected=1785011&PinnedHotelID=1785011&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-22&selected=1785011&PinnedHotelID=1785011&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-22&selected=1785011&PinnedHotelID=1785011&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-03-01&selected=1785011&PinnedHotelID=1785011&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-03-01&selected=1785011&PinnedHotelID=1785011&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 12 of 12 rooms ### View all photos for Deluxe Single Room ![Deluxe Single Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1790000/1785100/1785011/30d47428.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Single Room 9.2 Wonderful 9 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Blackout curtains Private bathroom Hairdryer Electric kettle Laptop workspace Desk - 108 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Double Room ![In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1790000/1785100/1785011/82a3ea4d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room 8.6 Excellent 12 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Blackout curtains Private bathroom Hairdryer Electric kettle Laptop workspace Desk - 151 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Double or Twin Room ![In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1790000/1785100/1785011/3157434a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double or Twin Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Blackout curtains Hairdryer Electric kettle Laptop workspace Desk In-room safe - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds OR 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Superior Double or Twin Room ![Superior Double or Twin Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1790000/1785100/1785011/42dedd86.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Double or Twin Room 9.2 Wonderful 22 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Blackout curtains Private bathroom Hairdryer Electric kettle Laptop workspace Desk - 194 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds OR 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Budget Single Room ![Budget Single Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1790000/1785100/1785011/2e8e3a93.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Budget Single Room 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Separate bedroom Blackout curtains Private bathroom Hairdryer Electric kettle Laptop workspace - 108 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ### View all photos for Classic Double Room ![Classic Double Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1790000/1785100/1785011/ea6dfb6e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Double Room 9.0 Wonderful 13 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Blackout curtains Private bathroom Hairdryer Electric kettle Laptop workspace Desk - 129 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Triple Room ![Deluxe Triple Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1790000/1785100/1785011/0a24be55.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Triple Room 9.2 Wonderful 13 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Separate bedroom Blackout curtains Private bathroom Hairdryer Electric kettle Laptop workspace - 194 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed ### View all photos for Superior Triple Room ![Superior Triple Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1790000/1785100/1785011/1398e160.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Triple Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Separate bedroom Blackout curtains Private bathroom Hairdryer Electric kettle Laptop workspace - 215 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed ### View all photos for Superior Double Room ![In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1790000/1785100/1785011/65067da8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Double Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Separate bedroom Blackout curtains Private bathroom Hairdryer Electric kettle Laptop workspace - 194 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### Budget Double Room 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Separate bedroom Blackout curtains Hairdryer Electric kettle Laptop workspace Desk - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Premium suite double/twin with a garden view ![Premium suite double/twin with a garden view | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1790000/1785100/1785011/24f5d05f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Premium suite double/twin with a garden view 10.0 Exceptional 2 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds Flat-screen TV Blackout curtains Separate bedroom Hairdryer Electric kettle Laptop workspace - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Superior Quadruple Room ![Superior Quadruple Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1790000/1785100/1785011/1843905b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Quadruple Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Separate bedroom Blackout curtains Private bathroom Hairdryer Electric kettle Laptop workspace - 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More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FLondon-Hotels-Merit-Kensington-Hotel.h1785011.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FLondon-Hotels-Merit-Kensington-Hotel.h1785011.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in London City Centre, a neighbourhood in London, Merit Kensington Hotel is near a metro station. Buckingham Palace and Piccadilly Circus are notable landmarks and London Eye is a popular local attraction. Looking to enjoy an event or a match? See what's going on at Stamford Bridge Stadium or Wembley Stadium. Guests love the hotel's convenience for public transportation: Earl's Court Station is 4 minutes on foot and West Brompton Underground Station is 7 minutes. [Visit our London travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London.dx178279) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C51.49125%2C-0.19318&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=cGvJOgiUiaeTh80sQgrJmxsLgIw=) 12, 16-18 & 24 Penywern Road, Earls Court, London, England, SW5 9SU ### What's nearby - ![Natural History Museum in London](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6188004/bcc05b48-5bb8-44b8-8b76-e80154c6a194.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Cromwell Road 4 min walk \- 0.3 miles - ![Kensington High Street featuring street scenes and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6145129/ed984660-ce03-43c4-9661-01da6ed7cbf3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Kensington High Street 12 min walk \- 0.7 miles - ![The bridge ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2114/328c0aaf-fd5d-4c30-9621-174acf4d396c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Stamford Bridge Stadium 12 min walk \- 0.7 miles - ![Hyde Park featuring a garden, a river or creek and watersports](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/507738/66d59579-a9fc-4a02-8886-325e585c864b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Hyde Park 6 min drive \- 1.5 miles - Bupa Cromwell Hospital 6 min walk \- 0.4 miles ### Getting around - Earl's Court Station 4 min walk - West Brompton Station 7 min walk - London (LCY-London City) 65 min drive ### Restaurants - The Blackbird, Earl's Court 1 min walk - Paul 2 min walk - Pret a Manger 2 min walk - McDonald's 2 min walk - Caffè Nero 2 min walk ## About this property ### Merit Kensington Hotel Upscale hotel near Stamford Bridge Stadium Located close to Hyde Park and Buckingham Palace, Merit Kensington Hotel has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. You'll also find perks such as: - Buffet breakfast (surcharge), smoke-free property and a front desk safe - A lift, a 24-hour front desk and tour/ticket information - Multilingual staff - Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and proximity to public transport Room features All guest rooms at Merit Kensington Hotel feature perks, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property. 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Smoke-free property - Victorian architecture ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes ### Bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV ### Food and drink - Electric kettle ### More - Air conditioning - Desk - Heating (climate-controlled) - Iron/ironing board on request - Laptop workspace - Phone - Safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM Contactless check-in and check-out are available Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11 AM Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: \[16-18 Penywern Road, London SW5 9SU\] 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 Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Breakage deposit: GBP 100 per stay We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately GBP 17 per person The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 major credit cards; cash is not accepted Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly) ### Property is also known as Merit Kensington Hotel Hotel Merit Kensington Hotel London Merit Kensington Hotel Hotel London ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Merit Kensington Hotel pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Merit Kensington Hotel? ### How much is parking at Merit Kensington Hotel? ### What time is check-in at Merit Kensington Hotel? ### What time is check-out at Merit Kensington Hotel? ### Where is Merit Kensington Hotel located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Merit Kensington Hotel Reviews 8.4 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 8.4 Staff & service ### 8.6 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 340 8 - Good 220 6 - Okay 77 4 - Poor 25 2 - Terrible 30 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ousama 2 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities The room was very modern, clean and quiet. Staff were very friendly. Great location and safe. ##### Ousama Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katrin 17 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Clean room, good location, friendly staff ##### Katrin Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Devangi 7 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Great location ##### Devangi Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Pauline 15 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Staff were polite and very helpful in arranging taxis and giving local information Room was spotlesd and very comfortable ##### Pauline Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Han Ling 3 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Clean room,nice location ##### Han Ling Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kelly 10 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Room was fantastic. Modern, clean, well appointed. Thank you ##### Kelly Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Lea 20 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Nice hotel in a good environment! Convenient and safe. ##### Lea Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jamie 18 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Absolutely fantastic hotel for the money. We actually couldn’t believe it! Rooms are perfect, very clean and the beds are very comfortable. The shower is extremely powerful which made it was hard coming back to my old house in South Devon with sub-par water pressure! We were room-only so can’t comment on the breakfast but with the standard of everything else I’m sure it would be lovely. We will be back ant this hotel again when we next need to come to London! ##### Jamie Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Adrian 24 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Well located, clean and friendly staff ##### Adrian Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Noelia 20 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Clean room and accesible to underground transportation ##### Noelia Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Lee 28 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Helpful front desk, allowing a much needed earlier check in. ##### Lee Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elaine 15 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Perfect place to stay . Very comfortable and lovely helpful staff. Really good breakfast and room was lovely with air conditioning 😊 ##### Elaine Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### John 7 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Rooms are very small. Could not get 2 suitcases in room without having to move them into bathroom at night and then work around to use bathroom.. Good location clise to EatlCourt station . Adequate but note for two people with bags. 50/50 if I would stay there again and definitely only if travelling alone. ##### John Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Adrian 14 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Nice and clean hotel, very helpful staff. Good location near to subway would highly recommend. ##### Adrian Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 20 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great place to stay Clean quiet and modern room in a fantastic location. Will stay again! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jessica 9 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Really good air conditioned room. Fresh cold water in the fridge. enjoyed my stay ##### Jessica Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Philippa 9 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Lovely rooms, good location for the tube with restaurants and pubs nearby too ##### Philippa Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jo 3 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Lovely hotel just round the corner from Earls Court Station. Staff were really friendly and helpful, would definitely stay again. ##### Jo Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Williams 18 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Clean room, nice shops around and wonderful staffs. Will be certainly go back there next time. ##### Williams Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Augusto 31 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort I was positively surprised with the hotel. The staff was very helpful and the infrastructure very modern. ##### Augusto Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tricia 30 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The overall experience here was excellent. The rooms were very nice modern and clean. The staff was excellent. The area was great. Transportation the bus and tube close by and walkable to many things. ##### Tricia Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Amy 26 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Good stay! Small but very clean room - would stay again. ##### Amy Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Denise 29 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities room was small but I was the only one occupying it so it didn't matter to me. It was clean and modern and I appreciated the heated bathroom floor. Conveniently just around the corner from Earls Court tube station, shops and pubs. ##### Denise Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Perry 3 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great value for money Great location. 5 mins from Earls Court tube. Super clean. Friendly staff ##### Perry Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jesse 7 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Lovely, clean, and modern in Earl's Court We had a wonderful stay. The hotel is very clean and modern on a charming street right near the Earl's Court tube stop. The staff was very helpful and welcoming. Overall, I would highly recommend this location. \[Just a note though that this hotel is NOT wheelchair accessible as there are stairs that are unavoidable.\] ##### Jesse Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Leonardo Hotel London Croydon](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Jurys-Inn-London-Croydon.h866550.Hotel-Information) > > [Aerotel London Heathrow Airport Terminal 2-3](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Aerotel-London-Heathrow-T2-T3.h21528024.Hotel-Information) > > [ARK Canary Wharf](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-The-Collective-Canary-Wharf.h36660267.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt House London Stratford](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Hyatt-House-London-Stratford.h4823071.Hotel-Information) > > [Staycity Aparthotels, London, Heathrow](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Staycity-Aparthotels-London-Heathrow.h5025535.Hotel-Information) > > [Mercure London Heathrow Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Mercure-London-Heathrow-Hotel.h17586.Hotel-Information) > > [The Clarendon Hotel - Blackheath](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-The-Clarendon-Hotel-Blackheath.h916270.Hotel-Information) > > [Plaza London Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Plaza-London-Hotel.h4969048.Hotel-Information) > > [The Greenwood Hotel by Wetherspoon](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-The-Greenwood-Hotel-By-Wetherspoon.h48465856.Hotel-Information) > > [Maldron Hotel Finsbury Park, London](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Maldron-Finsbury-Park-London.h92328087.Hotel-Information) > > [Ruby Zoe Hotel London](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Ruby-Zoe-Hotel-London.h87843675.Hotel-Information) > > [Ibis Budget London Whitechapel - Brick Lane](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Ibis-Budget-London-Whitechapel-Brick-Lane.h29134898.Hotel-Information) > > [Safestay London Kensington Holland Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Safestay-Holland-Park.h12706774.Hotel-Information) > > [The International Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-The-International-Hotel.h1949.Hotel-Information) > > [London Wembley International Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-London-Wembley-International-Hotel.h890560.Hotel-Information) > > [Tribe London Canary Wharf](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Tribe-London-Canary-Wharf.h83096424.Hotel-Information) > > [Stamford Bridge Hotel London](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Stamford-Bridge-Hotel.h65802.Hotel-Information) > > [Leonardo London Heathrow Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Leonardo-London-Heathrow-Airport.h570358.Hotel-Information) > > [Wembley Park Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Wembley-Park-Hotel.h17816788.Hotel-Information) > > [Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Thistle-London-Heathrow-T5.h882761.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Hotel & Conference Centre London Heathrow](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Radisson-Hotel-Conference-Centre-London.h48444523.Hotel-Information) > > [Golders Green Stays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Golders-Grenn-Stays.h93467119.Hotel-Information) > > [City Courtyard Apartments & Penthouse](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-City-Courtyard-Apartments-Penthouse.h12433631.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton by Hilton London City](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Arbor-City-Hotel.h201127.Hotel-Information) > > [Point A Hotel - London, Canary Wharf](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Point-A-Hotel-London.h9080289.Hotel-Information) > > [DoubleTree by Hilton London Heathrow Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-London-Heathrow-Airport.h55006.Hotel-Information) > > [Sanctum London Regents Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Sanctum-International-Regents-Park.h78257352.Hotel-Information) > > [Staycity Aparthotels, London, Greenwich High Road](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Staycity-Aparthotels-Greenwich-High-Road.h7065398.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Blu Hotel, London Heathrow](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Radisson-Blu-Hotel-Conference-Centre.h12391.Hotel-Information) ---