Recommended London Hotels

Here is our list of recommended cheap London hotels. Wherever possible, we have excluded one-star hotels, hostels, apartments or other accommodation types, and anything rated below average by our verified user ratings. Hope you enjoy our recommendations!

Popular locations to visit around London include British Library, Buckingham Palace, London City Airport, Hyde Park London, Leicester Square, Madame Tussauds Museum, Royal Albert Hall, Royal Festival Hall, Royal Opera House, Sloane Square.

Not cheap enough? It's often cheaper to stay a little bit out of town. How about trying Epsom, Sunbury-on-Thames, Elstree, Esher, Borehamwood.

1. Elmwood Hotel London

Address: 19 Argyle Square, London, United Kingdom

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from 8GBP*

Guest Rating

3.5
out of 5
Elmwood Hotel London is located near the Victoria and Albert Museum as well as Covent Garden. Guests will find that the National Maritime Museum and Camden Market are also nearby. Excellent transit links ensure that guests can reach most London attractions within minutes. Elmwood Hotel London is located less than 200 meters from King’s Cross Station. Public buses and subways, as well as taxis and rental cars, offer travelers access to attractions and to Heathrow Airport. All 35 of the guestrooms at Elmwood Hotel London offer color televisions and wireless Internet access. Each room boasts a coffee maker as well as a wide array of amenities and conveniences. Each room also offers a private en suite bathroom with a hair dryer. There are a significant number of shops and restaurants near the hotel. There is a restaurant on offer onsite that serves breakfast. The hotel also offers parking, as well as a 24 hour reception area and luggage storage.

2. Palmers Lodge Hillspring At Willesden Green

Address: 233 Willesden Lane, London, United Kingdom

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from 8GBP*

Guest Rating

3.5
out of 5
Recreation options at the Palmers Lodge Hillspring At Willesden Green include billiards. Complimentary internet access is provided. Staff are available around the clock. Business facilities include a business centre. A safe-deposit box, a dry cleaning service and free parking are also available to the guests. All rooms at the Palmers Lodge Hillspring At Willesden Green contain full kitchen and laundry facilities. Each room is equipped with a safe and a TV. There are several rooms designed especially for families. The Palmers Lodge Hillspring At Willesden Green's bar provides a relaxing setting for an evening drink. A hot continental breakfast is available. BBC Television Centre, Portobello Road Market and Ladbroke Grove are a short drive from the Palmers Lodge Hillspring At Willesden Green. Holland Park, Loftus Road and Finchley Road are a 10 minute drive away. Kensington High Street  and Olympia London are under 20 minutes away by car. Queensway is within a 10 minute drive. Northolt Airport (NHT) is within a 30 minute drive from the hotel.

3. Holiday Inn Chessington London

Address: Leatherhead Road, London, United Kingdom

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from 11GBP*

Guest Rating

4.1
out of 5
This new Holiday Inn is located in Chessington, part of the Royal London Borough of Kingston Upon Thames, one of the most beautiful and upmarket London boroughs. It's only 12 miles from central London, on the A243, just 2 miles from the A3 and M25 (junction 9 or 10), Chessington is a comfortable 30 min drive away from both, Heathrow and Gatwick airports. The hotel is adjacent to the famous Chessington World of Adventures theme park and it's the only hotel in what it's the most visited attraction in the UK. It's very easily accessible from central London via main roads and also via regular train and bus services departing from Kingston. This is a fantastic property and probably the best Holiday Inn ever build in Europe. It opened its doors in July 2007 and the quality around it is fantastic. The decor is also special as it follows a very subtle and elegant African Safari style. It has a large, heated, indoor swimming pool. It's the only hotel in Chessington World of Adventures Park and very close to central London. A stunning property that will not disappoint. This is a modern, purposely designed building. Very attractive. The Langata Brasserie and Grill is a large, modern restaurant that serves modern cuisine. It's very well decorated following the subtle, elegant African Safari style the can be found all around the hotel. The lobby is medium, big size. Decorated using dark wooden furniture and bright colours. A very elegant and bright space. These are the best rooms ever seen in a Holiday Inn hotel in Europe! They are all medium in size and decorated using rich, dark wooden furniture and floors, with modern, very contemporary lamps, vases and flat screen televisions. The bathrooms are also lavishly decorated using the same colours and designer sinks and baths. The patterned fabrics used in the rooms are of top quality and very eye catching, reflecting the African Safari design that themes the hotel. All the rooms are new and in exceptional condition. 1 km to the nearest station (chessington south), 1 minute walk to the nearest bus stop, 12 kms to city centre, 37 kms to the airport (heathrow), 39 kms to the airport (gatwick).

4. Equity Point Hotel London

Address: 100-102 Westbourne Terrace, London, United Kingdom

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from 12GBP*

Guest Rating

3.6
out of 5
The new Equity Point hotel in London find a place in the high-end Paddington neighbourhood, next to the train station, where the Heathrow Express connects the main London airport with the city centre in 15 minutes. You can enjoy Hyde Park, the green heart of the city, just 5 minutes away, or the magic of nearby Notting Hill. The Georgian style building, with its characteristic entrance flanked by white columns and typical windows of this architectural style, has 68 en suite rooms distributed over 7 floors, which offer our guests the choice of many different types of completely renovated rooms: from doubles to 8-bed rooms. Community areas with TV and Wi-Fi, cutting-edge internet technology, bar for the hotel guests to use, wheelchair accessibility and lockers for each bed. . ., are some of the facilities made available for the traveller staying in the new Equity Point hotel in London. Supplements: including a sheet, blanket and cover. Another sheet costs 2 pounds, and towel, 4 pounds (2 of deposit to be returned when you return the towel). In the case of twin or double rooms, are all-inclusive.

5. Hilton Hotel Kensington London

Address: 179-199 Holland Park Avenue, London, United Kingdom

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from 13GBP*

Guest Rating

4.0
out of 5
Holland Park is rich with trees and greenery while being close to major shopping destinations. The Portobello Market and High Street Kensington are within walking distance of the Hilton Hotel Kensington London. The Royal Albert Hall is also within easy reach of this London accommodation. Public transportation to more distant destinations is readily available. The Hilton Hotel Kensington London is located 12 miles from London Heathrow Airport and 30 miles from London Gatwick Airport, one of its principal advantages among the hotels used by business travelers. The Hilton Hotel Kensington London is a large facility, boasting over 600 rooms. The rooms include amenities such as mini-bars and coffee makers. The bathrooms are generally equipped with combination shower/bath facilities. High speed Internet access is available in the rooms and the Executive rooms feature their own computers. There is a lounge on site and a restaurant. The Hilton Hotel Kensington London is located in London's Holland Park. It is convenient to shopping and dining and public transportation to central London. The hotel features its own lounge and facilities appropriate for business travelers though it is popular with casual tourists, as well.

6. Holiday Inn Sutton London

Address: Gibson Road, London, United Kingdom

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from 18GBP*

Guest Rating

3.5
out of 5
Location Enjoying a peaceful location, this pleasant business hotel is situated only a short distance from Sutton train station. This allows guests easy access to the countryside outside of London, as well as the city centre itself. The M25, Chessington World of Adventures, Epsom Downs Racecourse, Hampton Court Palace and Wimbledon are all within easy reach. Morden underground station is just 3 km from the hotel, and guests can find a number of restaurants, bars and nightlife spots on Sutton Hi Facilities Hotel facilities include Squiggles lounge and bar, 24-hour room service (fees apply), conference facilities and business services. The air-conditioned, 89-room business hotel was renovated in 2008 and offers guests a range of facilities, including a lobby with 24-hour reception and check-out services, a hotel safe, cloakroom, lift access and restaurant. For an additional fee, guests may make use of the laundry service and car park. Rooms Each room features an en suite bathroom with power shower, bathtub and hairdryer, as well as a double bed, individually regulated air conditioning and heating, high-speed Internet access and satellite TV. Other in-room amenities include pay-per-view movies, a Playstation, tea and coffee making facilities, iron with ironing board, a direct dial telephone, radio, safe and minibar. Sports/Entertainment The Spirit Health and Leisure Club includes a heated indoor swimming pool, spa, gym, sauna, steam room and solarium. Within the treatment rooms, the professional therapists offer a wide range of treatments using Dermalogica products, plus reflexology, aromatherapy massages, hot stone treatments and bride and groom pamper packages (additional fees may apply). Meals There are a choice of dining options, such as The Junction, a contemporary and stylish restaurant, and the lounge bar with Sky Sports and wireless Internet access. A breakfast buffet is served each morning. Dinner is also served as a buffet or available as a set menu or a la carte. Payment American Express, Diners Club, JCB, MasterCard, VISA and some debit cards are accepted as methods of payment. How to get there By car: Leave the M25 at Junction 8, and follow the A217 to the Belmont roundabout. Then take the B2230 to Sutton, pass the railway station, and follow the one-way system in the right-hand lane. At the traffic lights, turn right, then immediately left onto Gibson Road.

7. Express By Holiday Inn Royal Docks London

Address: Silvertown Way, London, United Kingdom

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from 20GBP*

Guest Rating

3.7
out of 5
Situated in the heart of London’s Docklands, the Express By Holiday Inn Royal Docks London is just minutes away from Canary Wharf and the Excel Exhibition Centre. It is also a 5-minute walk from Canning Town London Underground, Docklands Light Railway and bus station. All of the 136 air-conditioned en-suite guestrooms are equipped with facilities like wireless Internet connection, televisions, in-house movies and direct-dial phones. They also have private bathrooms with showers and hair dryers. The Express By Holiday Inn Royal Docks London features services and amenities such as 24-hour front desk service, currency exchange facilities and elevator. Additional amenities include a bar, restaurant, laundry and dry cleaning facilities and safe-deposit boxes. An on-site car parking is also available.

8. Express by Holiday Inn Croydon London

Address: 1 Priddys Yard, Off Frith Rd, London, United Kingdom

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from 20GBP*

Guest Rating

3.8
out of 5
Situated in the town center, the Express by Holiday Inn Croydon London provides easy access to attractions such as the Centrale and Whitgift shopping centers and Crystal Palace Football Club. Also nearby are Crystal Palace Stadium, Chessington World of Adventures and Epson Racecourse. The hotel has 156 well-appointed guestrooms. They are equipped with air-conditioning units, high-speed Internet access, desks and LCD televisions. The rooms also have private bathroom with free toiletries and hair dryers. Built in 2004, the Express by Holiday Inn Croydon London offers amenities such as 24-hour front desk service, safe-deposit box, business center and laundry facilities. The hotel also has a lounge bar, currency exchange facility and meeting rooms.

9. Holiday Inn Bexley London

Address: Southwold Road, London, United Kingdom

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from 20GBP*

Guest Rating

3.8
out of 5
Location. Holiday Inn Bexley is a business-friendly hotel located in Bexley's Dartford - Ebbsfleet neighborhood and local attractions include Eltham Palace, Bluewater Shopping Centre, and Royal Artillery Barracks. Other area points of interest include Lullingstone Roman Villa. Hotel Features. Holiday Inn Bexley's restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A bar/lounge is open for drinks. Room service is available 24 hours a day. This 3-star property has a business center and offers a meeting/conference room and secretarial services. High-speed (wired) Internet access (surcharge) is available in public areas. Guest parking is limited, and available on a limited first-come, first-served basis (surcharge). Additional property amenities include multilingual staff and laundry facilities. Guestrooms. 107 air-conditioned guestrooms at Holiday Inn Bexley feature coffee/tea makers and complimentary newspapers. Furnishings include desks and sofa beds. High-speed Internet access is available. In addition to fax machines, guestrooms offer multi-line phones with voice mail. Televisions have premium satellite channels and pay movies. Also included are windows that open and hair dryers. Notifications: There are no room charges for children 18 years old and younger who occupy the same room as their parents or guardians, using existing bedding. You must present a photo ID when checking in. Your credit card is charged at the time you book. Bed type and smoking preferences are not guaranteed. Your reservation is prepaid and is guaranteed for late arrival. The total charge includes all room charges and taxes, as well as fees for access and booking. Any incidental charges such as parking, phone calls, and room service will be handled directly between you and the property.

10. The Pride of Paddington Accommodation London

Address: 1-3 Craven Road, London, United Kingdom

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from 22GBP*

Guest Rating

3.7
out of 5
The Pride of Paddington Accommodation London has free Wi-Fi internet access. A private bathroom is included in each room. The bathrooms provide a shower. The restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy a drink and relax in the hotel's bar. Breakfast is served at the hotel every morning. Natural History Museum London, Victoria & Albert Museum and Science Museum are a short drive from the Pride of Paddington Accommodation London. Hyde Park, Queensway and Edgware Road are within a 20 minute walk from the hotel. London city centre is within an easy 10 minute drive from the hotel.