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Delve into lively London with hotels near Soho

Soho might not have the monuments of Whitehall and Westminster, or the prestigious art collections of Trafalgar Square. However, hotels near Soho will put you close to the beating nightlife hub of Central London, where lanes of cocktail bars jostle with revellers and the foot-tapping tunes of experimental jazz echoes out from the underground dives. It's the original alternative, bohemian corner of the city, with a distinct multiculturalism – the Canton kitchens of Chinatown lie within the district's boundaries – and a welcoming LGBTQ vibe. The proximity to the world-famous West End also means that hotels near Soho are a treat for theatregoers. A highball cocktail before the show? No problem. Somewhere to stay that's just a short walk away from the bright lights of Shaftesbury Avenue? That's easy. Foodies also won't be disappointed by Soho hotel rooms, what with Spanish tapas, Japanese sushi kitchens, historic English gastropubs and plenty more nearby.

Find hotels near Soho for London trips to remember

Soho is where you can find quirky, off-beat hotels and boutiques in a central location. Offering pads that are a little out of the ordinary compared to the luxurious places that pepper nearby quarters like Whitehall, this is the province of small-scale establishments that burst with art and intriguing design features. That's why it's an area that will suit anyone with a love of bohemian and avant-garde culture. Those on a city break in London will find characterful cocktail bars, along with cosy lounges warmed by real fires. Indeed, weekend trips to the capital can really take a turn for the memorable when you opt to book hotels within walking distance of buzzing Soho.

Of course, there's also a chance you'll find some serious luxury in these parts. That might come courtesy of the aparthotels that dot the West End, offering spacious private lounges and even kitchen spaces where you can prepare meals for the whole family after nights in the theatres. Or, you can search for hotels near Soho that sit close to Trafalgar Square, which are among the most opulent in the capital. They pack in swimming pools, spas and haute kitchens where celebrity chefs work their magic on sushi platters and Asian fusion food.

It's not common to find full-board packages in these parts – eating out in the evening is part of the fun of staying in hotels in Soho, after all. Instead, the establishments that do have their own kitchens usually offer breakfast options. In the smaller, boutique options, that could be cooked-to-order meal that might be served as breakfast in bed. In larger places, it's a buffet with endless options of English teas, eggs, fresh bread, croissants – the list goes on.

Sleeping in London's famous West End

Soho is often coupled together as part of the iconic London West End. That's great news for tourists who are keen on checking off the world-renowned musicals that rock the stages of playhouses like the Queen's Theatre, Price Edward Theatre and the Piccadilly Theatre. The uber-cool Karma Sanctum Soho will actually put you just steps from the latter – its mixology-mad bar sits one street from the auditorium. For a taste of the boutique styles of hotels near Soho, search for rooms in Hazlitt's Hotel with its age-old antiques and Gothic-infused design touches. The Piccadilly London is easy to reach from bustling Shaftesbury Avenue, offering conveniences for business travellers and more modern rooms that suit families. Hopping around Soho and its vicinity is made easy by the proximity of Piccadilly Circus, Tottenham Court Road and Oxford Circus Tube stations, while London red buses also crisscross the whole district. The festive time of Christmas is particularly enchanting in these parts, with a buzz about the bars and theatres and open-air markets scenting the squares with roasted chestnuts.