London hotel recommendations - from a local 🇬🇧🤍

London is full of amazing options that will undoubtedly add to your time and experience here. From bustling central, to the beautiful west side and cool and trendy east side, there are so many interesting places to stay depending on the kind of trip you want to have. These are the kind of places I'd stay if I were visiting London 🛎️ I've included a mix of... ✨ ACCOMMODATION TYPES: modern & Victorian boutiques, residential pub hotels, splurge-worthy gems ✨ LOCATIONS: in the hustle and bustle or quieter areas ✨ PRICE POINTS: moderate to splurge And because London is so well connected thanks to a brilliant public transport system, each of the listed spots are either close to bus and tube lines - and/or are walking distance to amazing sites and scenes. At the time of writing, all of these recommendations have at least a 4 out of 5 rating on Google and at least an 8 out of 10 rating on Booking.com. And that benchmark hasn't led me astray yet 😊

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Modern boutiques

Hart Shoreditch Hotel London, Curio Collection by Hilton

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- Walking distance from some of the best restaurants in east London - Offers free bikes and a fitness centre - 24-hour front desk and free Wi-Fi - Daily breakfast with continental and full English options - All rooms are equipped with air conditioning, a desk, kettle, fridge, microwave, safety deposit box, flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower - 5 min walk to Shoreditch High Street, 8 min walk to Old Street

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Mama Shelter London Shoreditch

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- Stylish and comfortable rooms - Lively bar - 24-hour reception - Air conditioning - Breakfast buffet every morning - Bus stop right outside the property with routes to Liverpool Street, London Bridge, Waterloo and Oxford Circus - 12 in walk to Bethnal Green Station

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One Hundred Shoreditch

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- Right in the heart of Shoreditch - Walking distance to some of the best restaurants in London - Rooftop bar and terrace with panoramic city views - Cocktail bar by renowned bartender Mr Lyan - Bedrooms have a paired back design with neutral colour schemes, comfy seating, hybrid dining and workspaces - Suites have bespoke and vintage pieces and open onto expansive, private terraces - 6 min walk to Shoreditch High Street station - Bus stop right outside the property with routes to all over the city

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Page8 - Page Hotels

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- Amazing central location between Covent Garden and Trafalgar Square - Walking distance to Arts Theatre, Savoy Theatre and The National Gallery - Offers a merged communal lounge and part bar/part coffee shop - Small outdoor terrace - Luggage storage space - 24-hour front desk and concierge services - Rooms have air conditioning, air purifier and a wardrobe

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Redchurch Townhouse

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- Walking distance from Brick Lane, Sky Garden, Tower of London and St. Paul's Cathedral - All rooms have a seating area, free toiletries and include a wardrobe - Continental breakfast served every morning

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The Hoxton, Holborn

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- Very well located: one block away from Holborn Station, 10 min walk to Covent Garden, 15-20 min walk to Soho - Grade II-listed building - Modern bedrooms, a newly refurbished lobby with comfy sofas, striking coffee bar, and Rondo, an all-day restaurant serving seasonal bistro dishes and great wines - Rooms feature wallpaper illustrated by local artists and have industrial-inspired finishes and luxe leather touches - Free bike rentals to explore the neighbourhood

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The Hoxton, Shoreditch

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- 5 min walk from Old Street Station - Less than one mile from Liverpool Street Station - There's a bar, big lobby area and outdoor courtyard covered for year round use. - Each room comes with flat-screen TVs with pay-per-view movies, Roberts DAB radios, tea and coffee making facilities, with fresh milk, mineral water and a free newspaper.

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Residential pub hotels

Brook Green Hotel

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If you want to be in a quieter neighbourhood to get a proper local west London feel, this spot is for you! Snapshot of this lovely hotel: - Elegant Victorian building with a traditional pub - Simple, stylish bedrooms - Enjoy a full English breakfast each morning - Open fireplaces, leather sofas and a pretty garden terrace - 8 min walk from Hammersmith station, 10 min walk from Shepherd's Bush, 12 min walk from Goldhawk Road Station

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The Coach

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- Situated in lovely Clerkenwell with the amazing Exmouth Market only a 5 min walk away - Air-conditioned rooms - Garden and restaurant - Free WiFi - Close to King's Cross St Pancras station, St Paul's Cathedral, The British Museum

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The Grazing Goat Pub & Boutique Hotel Marylebone

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- Located on beautiful New Quebec Street - 5 min walk to Marble Arch Station, Oxford Street and Hyde Park - 8 min walk to Marylebone High Street - one of my favourite streets in London with lovely shops, restaurants, cocktail bars and a farmers market on Sunday!

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Victorian boutiques

Henrietta Hotel

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- Incredibly central location: 2 min walk from Savoy Theatre, 5 min walk from Royal Opera House - Free Wi-Fi - 24-hour front desk, concierge, luggage storage - Continental and buffet breakfast

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The Laslett

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- Unique property spread across 5 Victorian mansions - Less than 1 min from Notting Hill Gate Underground Station - Each of the 51 bedrooms are equipped with curated artwork and books, air conditioning, rain showers and full-sized REN bathroom amenities - On-site coffee shop, bar, gallery and concept store - Breakfast served each morning in the Henderson bar and coffee shop. - 6 min walk from The Churchill Arms (one of the most photographed pubs in London), 8 mins from Portobello Road Market, 10 mins from Holland Park, 11 mins from Kensington Palace, 26 mins from Royal Albert Hall

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The Other House South Kensington

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- Close to Hyde Park and Knightsbridge and on the doorstep of some of London's most iconic shops and cultural landmarks. - Combines home comforts and apartment-style living with hotel services and free access to its exclusive private club. - Automatically become a member of the private club that includes two beautiful and very distinctive lounges, spa (with a sauna, steam room, gym, wellbeing studio, treatment room and vitality pool) - All-day café and cocktail bar - Daily housekeeping service is provided to residents staying for up to 14 nights.

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And if you want to splurge...

Durrants Hotel

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- Recommended by a close friend who's lived in London her whole life! - A charming 18th-century property in quaint Marylebone - Elegant dining on site and a cosy lounge - 5-minute walk from Oxford Street, 10 mins from Marble Arch Underground Station, 10 mins from St Pancras International station

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Kimpton Fitzroy London

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- A stunning hotel in a Grade II listed landmark building right in Russell Square with a striking terracotta exterior and luxurious contemporary interior. - Wide variety of dining options - Burr&Co. (a casual coffeehouse by day and a wine bar by night), Fitz's (lavish bar), Galvin Bar & Grill (for any meal), Palm Court (coffee and tea service) - Short walk from Covent Garden, Fitzrovia, The British Museum, many West End theatres

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Pan Pacific London

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- My friend stayed here and absolutely loved it! It's also very dog friendly :) - Complimentary access to the wellbeing floor that includes an infinity pool, high-performance interactive gym, sauna and steam rooms, and treatment rooms. - Hosts six restaurants and bars including a South East Asian restaurant, a rum-focused cocktail bar, a drawing room for afternoon tea, and a premium-spirited cocktail bar. - Spacious rooms and suites with floor-to-ceiling windows, a flat-screen TV, tea and Nespresso coffee facilities, Dyson hairdryer and a luxury marble bathroom - Close to the Tower of London, St Paul's Cathedral, Shoreditch and Borough Market.

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Rosewood London

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- Elegant accommodation on High Holborn - Spacious rooms with bespoke furnishings, Italian marble bathrooms, dining area, Nespresso coffee machine - On-site spa, sauna and restaurant - All-day dining - 3 min walk from Holborn Station, 5 min walk from Covent Garden and Oxford Street

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The Landmark London

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- In the heart of London’s fashionable Marylebone. - Deluxe hotel with a stunning glass-roofed 8-story atrium with towering palm trees, an award-winning restaurant, luxurious bedrooms, an indoor pool, spa, steam room, sauna, relaxation room and a fully equipped gym. - The Winter Garden offers fine modern cuisine, Great Central Bar & Restaurant offers European dishes in sophisticated surroundings. - Steps away from Marylebone and Baker Street Underground Stations, approx 10 mins from Regent's Park and Lord's Cricket Ground.

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The Ned London

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- In a Grade I-listed building that was once a bank, The Ned hosts 250 bedrooms and 10 restaurants. - Each bedroom features elements of 1920's and 1930’s designs, including vintage pieces, patterned furnishings and rainforest showers. - Ned’s Club Spa offers a variety of treatments – from manicures and pedicures, to massages and hair services. - Ned's Club Gym and Ned's Club Spa pool may be accessed through purchasing day passes, subject to availability. - Steps away from Bank Underground Station and a short walk from St. Paul's Cathedral.

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The Savoy

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- Opened in 1889, world-famous and was once visited by the likes of Sir Winston Churchill, Frank Sinatra and Katherine Hepburn. - A short 5 min walk from The British Museum, The Royal Opera House, Covent Garden. - 195 guest rooms and 73 suites decorated in either Edwardian or Art Deco style, blending comfort and elegance with discreet technology. Many rooms afford breath-taking views over the River Thames. - Host to some incredible restaurants and bars: 3 Gordon Ramsay restaurants (Savoy Grill, The River Restaurant and Restaurant 1890), Thames Foyer (afternoon tea), American Bar (widely regarded as one of the world’s best hotel bars). Beaufort Bar (for character cocktails).

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The Zetter Clerkenwell

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- A quirky Georgian hotel located on a picturesque cobbled square in Clerkenwell - Has an award-winning cocktail lounge and complimentary bike hire. - A 6-minute stroll from Farringdon Underground Station, 14 mins from St. Paul's Cathedral. - 13 uniquely-styled, air conditioned bedrooms, which feature a gourmet snack tray, complimentary still and sparkling spring water, tea and coffee making facilities, a flat screen TV and a hairdryer. The en suite bathrooms, some of which have a freestanding bath, offering products from The White Company, a rain shower, bathrobes and slippers. - 24-hour room service and front desk.

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The Zetter Marylebone

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- Steps away from Oxford Street in central London, short walk from Hyde Park, less than 2km from Carnaby Street and theatres in the West End. - Rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV, air conditioning and a desk. Some have a seating area. - Continental breakfast is served every morning.

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