THE COLUMBIA, London

The Columbia - A family-run Victorian hotel overlooking Hyde Park with lounge bar and restaurant

Located in Westminster Borough, this three-star London hotel features 111 rooms across a Victorian-style building with views of Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens. The Columbia's accommodations include private bathrooms with showers, free WiFi, flat-screen TVs with satellite channels, and tea/coffee facilities. Several connecting bedrooms and four-bedded rooms are available for families at economic rates. A large restaurant serves English breakfast, while the elegant lounge bar offers drinks and food throughout the day. Lancaster Gate Tube station is a 5-minute walk away, and Paddington Station sits 1640.4 ft from the property, providing direct access to Heathrow Airport. The Columbia Hotel stands less than a mile from Marble Arch, Oxford Street, and Bond Street shops. Cultural attractions within 1 mile include Kensington Palace, Royal Albert Hall, and the Victoria and Albert Museum.

Pros

Multiple room configurations available, from single to quadruple occupancy

All rooms feature views of either Hyde Park or Kensington Gardens

Comprehensive safety features including carbon monoxide detectors, fire extinguishers, and security systems

Welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities

Cons

Nearest airport is 10 miles away

No private parking facilities on-site