The Athenaeum Hotel & Residences
US$545
/ night
Avg. for September
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US$545
/ night
Avg. for September
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at The Athenaeum Hotel & Residences average US$347 in the cheapest month (January) and US$548 in the most expensive month (December), based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
|---|---|
| January | US$347 |
| February | US$379 |
| March | US$388 |
| April | US$387 |
| May | US$408 |
| June | US$454 |
| July | US$463 |
| August | US$496 |
| September | US$545 |
| October | US$479 |
| November | US$544 |
| December | US$548 |
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Most expensive: December (~US$548)
Cheapest: January (~US$347)
About this property
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 2 hot tubs, a sauna, and a 24-hour fitness center. This Art Deco hotel also fe...
Amenities
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 2 hot tubs, a sauna, and a 24-hour fitness center. This Art Deco hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge).
Business amenities
Featured amenities include limo/town car service, a computer station, and express check-out. This hotel has 3 meeting rooms available for events.
Dining
Enjoy British cuisine at 116, a fine-dining restaurant where you can enjoy drinks at the bar/lounge and dine alfresco. Or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Full breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 162 guestrooms featuring minibars and flat-screen televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with Egyptian cotton sheets. Cable programming and DVD players are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms have designer toiletries and hair dryers.
Location
The Athenaeum Hotel & Residences is centrally located in London, a 3-minute walk from Green Park and 6 minutes by foot from Hyde Park. This family-friendly hotel is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Regent Street and 1 mi (1.6 km) from Oxford Street.
What's nearby
Piccadilly(0.1 Miles)
Park Lane(0.1 Miles)
Green Park(0.1 Miles)
Hyde Park(0.3 Miles)
Hyde Park Corner(0.3 Miles)
Buckingham Palace(0.4 Miles)
Berkeley Square(0.5 Miles)
St. James Park(0.6 Miles)
Bond Street(0.6 Miles)
Piccadilly Circus(0.7 Miles)
Regent Street(0.8 Miles)
Harrods(0.8 Miles)
Leicester Square(0.9 Miles)
Oxford Street(0.9 Miles)
Marble Arch(0.9 Miles)
London City Airport (LCY)(10.3 Miles)
Heathrow Airport (LHR)(16.1 Miles)
Gatwick Airport (LGW)(41.2 Miles)
Luton Airport (LTN)(34.2 Miles)
Airport shuttle
Restaurant
Babysitting/Child services
Room service
Tour desk
Dry cleaning
Location
116 Piccadilly, St James, London, England, United Kingdom
Piccadilly (0.1 Miles)
Park Lane (0.1 Miles)
Green Park (0.1 Miles)
Hyde Park (0.3 Miles)
Hyde Park Corner (0.3 Miles)
Buckingham Palace (0.4 Miles)
Guest reviews
8.7
Fabulous
Based on 813 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
16%
Couple
48%
Family
20%
Group
9%
Solo
4%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Across the reviews, The Athenaeum Hotel & Residences stands out for a prime Mayfair location near Green Park and Buckingham Palace, comfortable and often renovated rooms, and convenient access to sights, though some guests report inconsistent Wi‑Fi.
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What guests think
Across the reviews, The Athenaeum Hotel & Residences stands out for a prime Mayfair location near Green Park and Buckingham Palace, comfortable and often renovated rooms, and convenient access to sights, though some guests report inconsistent Wi‑Fi.
Some stays are in spacious family apartments with washing machines, while others note small layouts, delivery or street noise, and occasional heating or ventilation problems. Breakfast is frequently enjoyed, while a few mention slow service or mediocre coffee. Service is widely described as friendly and attentive, though some report poor responses to problems, housekeeping lapses, and upsetting spa access policies. Overall, expect a central base with comfortable rooms and some variability in facilities and noise.
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Facilities
Spa, lounge, and bar are mentioned: some enjoy the spa and views from the lounge, but access restrictions (pregnancy or children) and limited lounge food and drinks draw complaints.
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Katie
20 Aug 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Really lovely stay. Spa was great, quiet, rooms good. I would say I booked a deluxe room and it seemed to look the same as the cheaper alternative? The only difference says it has a king bed and different pillows and a few sq meters more in the room? Stay helpful. Room service never came and they didn’t seem to care or really explain why or apologies, more of a brush off?
Really lovely stay. Spa was great, quiet, rooms good. I would say I booked a deluxe room and it seemed to look the same as the cheaper alternative? The only difference says it has a king bed and different pillows and a few sq meters more in the room? Stay helpful. Room service never came and they didn’t seem to care or really explain why or apologies, more of a brush off?
10
angela
1 Mar 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
All was great, location, staff, room, bar!!
All was great, location, staff, room, bar!!
2
Jasmin
11 Jun 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Absolutely horrible experience at this hotel.. the staff made me so uncomfortable and made me cry.. I was rejected at the spa area because I’m pregnant (19 weeks) they said it was hotel policy but it’s not stated anywhere at all, so I wasn’t welcome at the spa or gym because their insurance didn’t cover.. I chose this specific hotel because they had a spa, as I wanted to relax after hours of shopping, however I was told I couldn’t use any of their facilities (spa and gym facilities) and when I questioned if I couldn’t decide that myself I was very rudely asked “would you really risk your unborn child for a spa?” Which obviously made me feel really uncomfortable and upset as a first time mum going a way with a friend for a weekend of shopping and spa.. When we spoke with the “manager”, there was no understanding or any apology at all.
Absolutely horrible experience at this hotel.. the staff made me so uncomfortable and made me cry.. I was rejected at the spa area because I’m pregnant (19 weeks) they said it was hotel policy but it’s not stated anywhere at all, so I wasn’t welcome at the spa or gym because their insurance didn’t cover.. I chose this specific hotel because they had a spa, as I wanted to relax after hours of shopping, however I was told I couldn’t use any of their facilities (spa and gym facilities) and when I questioned if I couldn’t decide that myself I was very rudely asked “would you really risk your unborn child for a spa?” Which obviously made me feel really uncomfortable and upset as a first time mum going a way with a friend for a weekend of shopping and spa.. When we spoke with the “manager”, there was no understanding or any apology at all.
8
Elizabeth
6 Jul 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Front of house staff, as always, outstanding and accommodating. Special access lounge now disappointing as There was limited availability of food and libations. I would like an honesty bar as I had clients join me and then had virtually nothing to offer them.
Front of house staff, as always, outstanding and accommodating. Special access lounge now disappointing as There was limited availability of food and libations. I would like an honesty bar as I had clients join me and then had virtually nothing to offer them.
10
Kelly
17 Jul 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Thank you for making our last stop on our 20-day vacation so great! The bed and pillows were by far the most comfortable of anywhere we stayed. The staff was great and so thoughtful on my husband’s birthday. We loved the location, the drinks and the food. So pretty by the park and away from the busy areas but still walkable to everything.
Thank you for making our last stop on our 20-day vacation so great! The bed and pillows were by far the most comfortable of anywhere we stayed. The staff was great and so thoughtful on my husband’s birthday. We loved the location, the drinks and the food. So pretty by the park and away from the busy areas but still walkable to everything.
8
JASON
24 Feb 2024
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Stayed 1 night
We stayed in the townhouse section. The access to the townhouse rooms within the hotel are below average, and I suggest guests access from the street instead. The ceiling height was great, beds comfortable. The bathroom’s in the deluxe rooms need updating, as the furniture has warped wood and shower trays semi yellow from age. The WiFi was very poor, and the hotel did try to improve but failed. The spa is out of bounds to children even after having been told they could attend before making the booking, so this was disappointing. The lounge or 10th floor is a bonus, with wonderful views.
We stayed in the townhouse section. The access to the townhouse rooms within the hotel are below average, and I suggest guests access from the street instead. The ceiling height was great, beds comfortable. The bathroom’s in the deluxe rooms need updating, as the furniture has warped wood and shower trays semi yellow from age. The WiFi was very poor, and the hotel did try to improve but failed. The spa is out of bounds to children even after having been told they could attend before making the booking, so this was disappointing. The lounge or 10th floor is a bonus, with wonderful views.
8
abraham
31 Jul 2023
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Stayed 5 nights
Location is great walkable to everything The property needs a facelift it’s partially renovate.Breakfast service is slow The lounge is great
Location is great walkable to everything The property needs a facelift it’s partially renovate.Breakfast service is slow The lounge is great
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Cleanliness
Overall clean rooms and public areas are noted across reviews. A few report issues like unchanged sheets, a leak affecting carpet, and aging bathroom fixtures.
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10
Jami
6 Oct 2023
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Stayed 5 nights
We stayed here for 5 nights and loved it. The hotel is in an incredible location, a short walk to Buckingham Palace, Hyde Park and shopping in Mayfair. The rooms appear to be recently renovated and are just lovely - the bathrooms are a bit dated, it would be good to see them modernised. All of the staff are fantastic, this was some of the best service we have ever experienced in all of our travelling. Super accommodating, will even help you make reservations and purchase tickets to events. We were on our honeymoon and they placed a delightful gift of balloons and chocolates in our room, along with a handwritten card from the team. The attention to detail is exceptional. The Breakfast is excellent, and we loved that we could order it to the room for no extra charge. We also ordered from the restaurant for lunch, and that food was excellent as well. A minor negative is that the coffee is terrible, the pod machine in the room is better - but there is a great Italian style coffee place right next door. Overall, we will definitely stay here again and highly recommend the Athenaeum.
We stayed here for 5 nights and loved it. The hotel is in an incredible location, a short walk to Buckingham Palace, Hyde Park and shopping in Mayfair. The rooms appear to be recently renovated and are just lovely - the bathrooms are a bit dated, it would be good to see them modernised. All of the staff are fantastic, this was some of the best service we have ever experienced in all of our travelling. Super accommodating, will even help you make reservations and purchase tickets to events. We were on our honeymoon and they placed a delightful gift of balloons and chocolates in our room, along with a handwritten card from the team. The attention to detail is exceptional. The Breakfast is excellent, and we loved that we could order it to the room for no extra charge. We also ordered from the restaurant for lunch, and that food was excellent as well. A minor negative is that the coffee is terrible, the pod machine in the room is better - but there is a great Italian style coffee place right next door. Overall, we will definitely stay here again and highly recommend the Athenaeum.
10
Mika
15 Nov 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Perfect location, good service and nice, clean room
Perfect location, good service and nice, clean room
10
Salih
27 Jul 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Excellent location, clean hotel and courteous staff
Excellent location, clean hotel and courteous staff
8
CHARILAOS
13 Dec 2022
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Stayed 3 nights
Amazing location.The room was spacious & comfortable, very clean and recently renovated. Staff was really polite &helpful. An issue that made our stay a little uncomfortable was that the heating didn't work properly so it was a bit cold. The other thing that disappointed us was that the king size bed was not one bed, but two singles put together. Breakfast was mediocre. But overall a good stay!
Amazing location.The room was spacious & comfortable, very clean and recently renovated. Staff was really polite &helpful. An issue that made our stay a little uncomfortable was that the heating didn't work properly so it was a bit cold. The other thing that disappointed us was that the king size bed was not one bed, but two singles put together. Breakfast was mediocre. But overall a good stay!
8
Brendan
19 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Nice clean, large room. Recently modernised although still with the shower in the bath tub. Room was quiet enough during the day and for most of the night. Unfortunately it was located over the delivery entrance for the hotel so was noisy from 6am. Very welcoming and friendly staff.
Nice clean, large room. Recently modernised although still with the shower in the bath tub. Room was quiet enough during the day and for most of the night. Unfortunately it was located over the delivery entrance for the hotel so was noisy from 6am. Very welcoming and friendly staff.
10
Farah
1 Feb 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Clean hotel and very friendly staff. Also great location!
Clean hotel and very friendly staff. Also great location!
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Anastacia
2 Sept 2023
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Stayed 1 night
I stayed here in March and was really excited to stay here again. Checking in was nice and the room was very comfortable. The real issue is that the ceiling leaked water overnight and saturated the carpet and some of our bags. My husband and I spent the morning drying our clothes with the hair dryer, and when we informed management when we checked out. They told us the leak was unfortunate, but didn't really seem to care, and then asked if we wanted to include an additional £15 to with our bill as a tip. So if you're staying in room 201, the ceiling might be leaking. I've stayed in hostels more accommodating than this. Definitely won't be staying here again.
I stayed here in March and was really excited to stay here again. Checking in was nice and the room was very comfortable. The real issue is that the ceiling leaked water overnight and saturated the carpet and some of our bags. My husband and I spent the morning drying our clothes with the hair dryer, and when we informed management when we checked out. They told us the leak was unfortunate, but didn't really seem to care, and then asked if we wanted to include an additional £15 to with our bill as a tip. So if you're staying in room 201, the ceiling might be leaking. I've stayed in hostels more accommodating than this. Definitely won't be staying here again.
8
Dielep
12 Jan 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The townhouse turned out smaller than expected, though still enough space for our short stay. Very friendly staff, very helpfull. Only point of attention is that we noticed that the cleaning person did not change the bedsheets (one of the two had some make-up stains) but rather turned the sheets around. Unexpected though not a very big deal.
The townhouse turned out smaller than expected, though still enough space for our short stay. Very friendly staff, very helpfull. Only point of attention is that we noticed that the cleaning person did not change the bedsheets (one of the two had some make-up stains) but rather turned the sheets around. Unexpected though not a very big deal.
10
Nathalie
25 Apr 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
This hotel was amazing right from the start. The hotel staff was incredibly helpful and accommodating, the hotel Was clean and cozy. The best part was location, everything was walking distance!
This hotel was amazing right from the start. The hotel staff was incredibly helpful and accommodating, the hotel Was clean and cozy. The best part was location, everything was walking distance!
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JASON
24 Feb 2024
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Stayed 1 night
We stayed in the townhouse section. The access to the townhouse rooms within the hotel are below average, and I suggest guests access from the street instead. The ceiling height was great, beds comfortable. The bathroom’s in the deluxe rooms need updating, as the furniture has warped wood and shower trays semi yellow from age. The WiFi was very poor, and the hotel did try to improve but failed. The spa is out of bounds to children even after having been told they could attend before making the booking, so this was disappointing. The lounge or 10th floor is a bonus, with wonderful views.
We stayed in the townhouse section. The access to the townhouse rooms within the hotel are below average, and I suggest guests access from the street instead. The ceiling height was great, beds comfortable. The bathroom’s in the deluxe rooms need updating, as the furniture has warped wood and shower trays semi yellow from age. The WiFi was very poor, and the hotel did try to improve but failed. The spa is out of bounds to children even after having been told they could attend before making the booking, so this was disappointing. The lounge or 10th floor is a bonus, with wonderful views.
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Rooms
Rooms are generally comfortable, with spacious apartments and renovated interiors, and beds often praised. Several mention small layouts, delivery or street noise, inconsistent Wi‑Fi, and occasional temperature control or dated bathrooms.
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Vince
25 Jul 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Need to have streaming options for in room entertainment.
Need to have streaming options for in room entertainment.
8
Alex
20 May 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
Almost perfect hotel with wonderful staff. The only problem is extremely unstable WiFi connection.
Almost perfect hotel with wonderful staff. The only problem is extremely unstable WiFi connection.
8
CHARILAOS
13 Dec 2022
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Stayed 3 nights
Amazing location.The room was spacious & comfortable, very clean and recently renovated. Staff was really polite &helpful. An issue that made our stay a little uncomfortable was that the heating didn't work properly so it was a bit cold. The other thing that disappointed us was that the king size bed was not one bed, but two singles put together. Breakfast was mediocre. But overall a good stay!
Amazing location.The room was spacious & comfortable, very clean and recently renovated. Staff was really polite &helpful. An issue that made our stay a little uncomfortable was that the heating didn't work properly so it was a bit cold. The other thing that disappointed us was that the king size bed was not one bed, but two singles put together. Breakfast was mediocre. But overall a good stay!
8
Brendan
19 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Nice clean, large room. Recently modernised although still with the shower in the bath tub. Room was quiet enough during the day and for most of the night. Unfortunately it was located over the delivery entrance for the hotel so was noisy from 6am. Very welcoming and friendly staff.
Nice clean, large room. Recently modernised although still with the shower in the bath tub. Room was quiet enough during the day and for most of the night. Unfortunately it was located over the delivery entrance for the hotel so was noisy from 6am. Very welcoming and friendly staff.
8
Cassi Jo
26 Dec 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
The property is in a great location! The heart of Mayfair and surrounding landmarks. The staff were very friendly, the only problem I had was the comfort of the room. It was December and the room was very stuffy and warm. The windows were locked shut and no fresh air could circulate. It was difficult to get good sleep due to the warmth of the room even when it was turned to full cool and high fan. It felt like a central temp for entire building?
The property is in a great location! The heart of Mayfair and surrounding landmarks. The staff were very friendly, the only problem I had was the comfort of the room. It was December and the room was very stuffy and warm. The windows were locked shut and no fresh air could circulate. It was difficult to get good sleep due to the warmth of the room even when it was turned to full cool and high fan. It felt like a central temp for entire building?
6
Morgan
16 Jun 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Main issue for me was noise. Rooms are not sound proof and street noise woke my infant well before his normal time everyday which resulted in tired baby and parents. Reservations are not helpful and one of them is rather inhospitable, she made sure to say her name extremely quickly to ensure it was impossible to discern.
Main issue for me was noise. Rooms are not sound proof and street noise woke my infant well before his normal time everyday which resulted in tired baby and parents. Reservations are not helpful and one of them is rather inhospitable, she made sure to say her name extremely quickly to ensure it was impossible to discern.
10
Corina
24 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Stayed in an apartment with a young family of 4, good amount of space for London. Washing machine was a huge plus. Staff is very friendly and helpful!
Stayed in an apartment with a young family of 4, good amount of space for London. Washing machine was a huge plus. Staff is very friendly and helpful!
8
JASON
24 Feb 2024
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Stayed 1 night
We stayed in the townhouse section. The access to the townhouse rooms within the hotel are below average, and I suggest guests access from the street instead. The ceiling height was great, beds comfortable. The bathroom’s in the deluxe rooms need updating, as the furniture has warped wood and shower trays semi yellow from age. The WiFi was very poor, and the hotel did try to improve but failed. The spa is out of bounds to children even after having been told they could attend before making the booking, so this was disappointing. The lounge or 10th floor is a bonus, with wonderful views.
We stayed in the townhouse section. The access to the townhouse rooms within the hotel are below average, and I suggest guests access from the street instead. The ceiling height was great, beds comfortable. The bathroom’s in the deluxe rooms need updating, as the furniture has warped wood and shower trays semi yellow from age. The WiFi was very poor, and the hotel did try to improve but failed. The spa is out of bounds to children even after having been told they could attend before making the booking, so this was disappointing. The lounge or 10th floor is a bonus, with wonderful views.
8
brian
27 Dec 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Nice property, great location, very small room.
Nice property, great location, very small room.
10
Timothy
26 Dec 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Great staff. Very nice room. Will visit again.
Great staff. Very nice room. Will visit again.
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Service
Service is widely described as friendly, welcoming, and accommodating, including helpful concierge and doormen. A few guests cite poor responses to problems, an unhelpful reservations interaction, missed room service, and upsetting spa policy handling.
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Jami
6 Oct 2023
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Stayed 5 nights
We stayed here for 5 nights and loved it. The hotel is in an incredible location, a short walk to Buckingham Palace, Hyde Park and shopping in Mayfair. The rooms appear to be recently renovated and are just lovely - the bathrooms are a bit dated, it would be good to see them modernised. All of the staff are fantastic, this was some of the best service we have ever experienced in all of our travelling. Super accommodating, will even help you make reservations and purchase tickets to events. We were on our honeymoon and they placed a delightful gift of balloons and chocolates in our room, along with a handwritten card from the team. The attention to detail is exceptional. The Breakfast is excellent, and we loved that we could order it to the room for no extra charge. We also ordered from the restaurant for lunch, and that food was excellent as well. A minor negative is that the coffee is terrible, the pod machine in the room is better - but there is a great Italian style coffee place right next door. Overall, we will definitely stay here again and highly recommend the Athenaeum.
We stayed here for 5 nights and loved it. The hotel is in an incredible location, a short walk to Buckingham Palace, Hyde Park and shopping in Mayfair. The rooms appear to be recently renovated and are just lovely - the bathrooms are a bit dated, it would be good to see them modernised. All of the staff are fantastic, this was some of the best service we have ever experienced in all of our travelling. Super accommodating, will even help you make reservations and purchase tickets to events. We were on our honeymoon and they placed a delightful gift of balloons and chocolates in our room, along with a handwritten card from the team. The attention to detail is exceptional. The Breakfast is excellent, and we loved that we could order it to the room for no extra charge. We also ordered from the restaurant for lunch, and that food was excellent as well. A minor negative is that the coffee is terrible, the pod machine in the room is better - but there is a great Italian style coffee place right next door. Overall, we will definitely stay here again and highly recommend the Athenaeum.
8
Katie
20 Aug 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Really lovely stay. Spa was great, quiet, rooms good. I would say I booked a deluxe room and it seemed to look the same as the cheaper alternative? The only difference says it has a king bed and different pillows and a few sq meters more in the room? Stay helpful. Room service never came and they didn’t seem to care or really explain why or apologies, more of a brush off?
Really lovely stay. Spa was great, quiet, rooms good. I would say I booked a deluxe room and it seemed to look the same as the cheaper alternative? The only difference says it has a king bed and different pillows and a few sq meters more in the room? Stay helpful. Room service never came and they didn’t seem to care or really explain why or apologies, more of a brush off?
10
Andrea Sarah
4 Apr 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Great staff and service
Great staff and service
8
Brendan
19 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Nice clean, large room. Recently modernised although still with the shower in the bath tub. Room was quiet enough during the day and for most of the night. Unfortunately it was located over the delivery entrance for the hotel so was noisy from 6am. Very welcoming and friendly staff.
Nice clean, large room. Recently modernised although still with the shower in the bath tub. Room was quiet enough during the day and for most of the night. Unfortunately it was located over the delivery entrance for the hotel so was noisy from 6am. Very welcoming and friendly staff.
10
Robert
2 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
It was very nice Daniel the doorman was very helpful and pointed us in the right direction for food and drinks hd also took our car
It was very nice Daniel the doorman was very helpful and pointed us in the right direction for food and drinks hd also took our car
10
Clint
9 Jul 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Great hotel, excellent location. The staff and service was exceptional.
Great hotel, excellent location. The staff and service was exceptional.
8
Elizabeth
6 Jul 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Front of house staff, as always, outstanding and accommodating. Special access lounge now disappointing as There was limited availability of food and libations. I would like an honesty bar as I had clients join me and then had virtually nothing to offer them.
Front of house staff, as always, outstanding and accommodating. Special access lounge now disappointing as There was limited availability of food and libations. I would like an honesty bar as I had clients join me and then had virtually nothing to offer them.
2
Anastacia
2 Sept 2023
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Stayed 1 night
I stayed here in March and was really excited to stay here again. Checking in was nice and the room was very comfortable. The real issue is that the ceiling leaked water overnight and saturated the carpet and some of our bags. My husband and I spent the morning drying our clothes with the hair dryer, and when we informed management when we checked out. They told us the leak was unfortunate, but didn't really seem to care, and then asked if we wanted to include an additional £15 to with our bill as a tip. So if you're staying in room 201, the ceiling might be leaking. I've stayed in hostels more accommodating than this. Definitely won't be staying here again.
I stayed here in March and was really excited to stay here again. Checking in was nice and the room was very comfortable. The real issue is that the ceiling leaked water overnight and saturated the carpet and some of our bags. My husband and I spent the morning drying our clothes with the hair dryer, and when we informed management when we checked out. They told us the leak was unfortunate, but didn't really seem to care, and then asked if we wanted to include an additional £15 to with our bill as a tip. So if you're staying in room 201, the ceiling might be leaking. I've stayed in hostels more accommodating than this. Definitely won't be staying here again.
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Morgan
16 Jun 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Main issue for me was noise. Rooms are not sound proof and street noise woke my infant well before his normal time everyday which resulted in tired baby and parents. Reservations are not helpful and one of them is rather inhospitable, she made sure to say her name extremely quickly to ensure it was impossible to discern.
Main issue for me was noise. Rooms are not sound proof and street noise woke my infant well before his normal time everyday which resulted in tired baby and parents. Reservations are not helpful and one of them is rather inhospitable, she made sure to say her name extremely quickly to ensure it was impossible to discern.
10
Corina
24 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Stayed in an apartment with a young family of 4, good amount of space for London. Washing machine was a huge plus. Staff is very friendly and helpful!
Stayed in an apartment with a young family of 4, good amount of space for London. Washing machine was a huge plus. Staff is very friendly and helpful!
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Location
Consistently praised central Mayfair location opposite or beside Green Park, with easy walks to Buckingham Palace and other sights, shops, and restaurants.
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Jami
6 Oct 2023
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Stayed 5 nights
We stayed here for 5 nights and loved it. The hotel is in an incredible location, a short walk to Buckingham Palace, Hyde Park and shopping in Mayfair. The rooms appear to be recently renovated and are just lovely - the bathrooms are a bit dated, it would be good to see them modernised. All of the staff are fantastic, this was some of the best service we have ever experienced in all of our travelling. Super accommodating, will even help you make reservations and purchase tickets to events. We were on our honeymoon and they placed a delightful gift of balloons and chocolates in our room, along with a handwritten card from the team. The attention to detail is exceptional. The Breakfast is excellent, and we loved that we could order it to the room for no extra charge. We also ordered from the restaurant for lunch, and that food was excellent as well. A minor negative is that the coffee is terrible, the pod machine in the room is better - but there is a great Italian style coffee place right next door. Overall, we will definitely stay here again and highly recommend the Athenaeum.
We stayed here for 5 nights and loved it. The hotel is in an incredible location, a short walk to Buckingham Palace, Hyde Park and shopping in Mayfair. The rooms appear to be recently renovated and are just lovely - the bathrooms are a bit dated, it would be good to see them modernised. All of the staff are fantastic, this was some of the best service we have ever experienced in all of our travelling. Super accommodating, will even help you make reservations and purchase tickets to events. We were on our honeymoon and they placed a delightful gift of balloons and chocolates in our room, along with a handwritten card from the team. The attention to detail is exceptional. The Breakfast is excellent, and we loved that we could order it to the room for no extra charge. We also ordered from the restaurant for lunch, and that food was excellent as well. A minor negative is that the coffee is terrible, the pod machine in the room is better - but there is a great Italian style coffee place right next door. Overall, we will definitely stay here again and highly recommend the Athenaeum.
10
Shameera
30 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great hotel and location.
Great hotel and location.
10
Salih
27 Jul 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Excellent location, clean hotel and courteous staff
Excellent location, clean hotel and courteous staff
10
Victoria
16 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Wonder stay. Great location.
Wonder stay. Great location.
10
Janet
19 Apr 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Loved this hotel. Wonderful and friendly staff and walking distance to Buckingham Palace, Piccadilly Circus and Hop Off Hop On bus stop.
Loved this hotel. Wonderful and friendly staff and walking distance to Buckingham Palace, Piccadilly Circus and Hop Off Hop On bus stop.
10
Judith Ann
28 May 2023
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Stayed 1 night
A beautiful hotel with efficient staff and so easy to walk around London from the Atheneum Hotel
A beautiful hotel with efficient staff and so easy to walk around London from the Atheneum Hotel
10
Farah
1 Feb 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Clean hotel and very friendly staff. Also great location!
Clean hotel and very friendly staff. Also great location!
10
Jacqueline
9 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Location and quieter atmosphere
Location and quieter atmosphere
10
Laura
27 Jun 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
This is a great hotel close to a few restaurants and Buckingham Palace. We especially enjoyed Sofra around the corner. There is a mini mart on a side street and an M&S close by. Very nice staff. Great walkable park right across the street.
This is a great hotel close to a few restaurants and Buckingham Palace. We especially enjoyed Sofra around the corner. There is a mini mart on a side street and an M&S close by. Very nice staff. Great walkable park right across the street.
10
Kelly
17 Jul 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Thank you for making our last stop on our 20-day vacation so great! The bed and pillows were by far the most comfortable of anywhere we stayed. The staff was great and so thoughtful on my husband’s birthday. We loved the location, the drinks and the food. So pretty by the park and away from the busy areas but still walkable to everything.
Thank you for making our last stop on our 20-day vacation so great! The bed and pillows were by far the most comfortable of anywhere we stayed. The staff was great and so thoughtful on my husband’s birthday. We loved the location, the drinks and the food. So pretty by the park and away from the busy areas but still walkable to everything.
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Dining
Breakfast is frequently praised for taste and quality, and some enjoyed drinks and in‑room dining. Downsides include occasional slow breakfast service, a mediocre breakfast review, and poor coffee noted once.
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Jami
6 Oct 2023
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Stayed 5 nights
We stayed here for 5 nights and loved it. The hotel is in an incredible location, a short walk to Buckingham Palace, Hyde Park and shopping in Mayfair. The rooms appear to be recently renovated and are just lovely - the bathrooms are a bit dated, it would be good to see them modernised. All of the staff are fantastic, this was some of the best service we have ever experienced in all of our travelling. Super accommodating, will even help you make reservations and purchase tickets to events. We were on our honeymoon and they placed a delightful gift of balloons and chocolates in our room, along with a handwritten card from the team. The attention to detail is exceptional. The Breakfast is excellent, and we loved that we could order it to the room for no extra charge. We also ordered from the restaurant for lunch, and that food was excellent as well. A minor negative is that the coffee is terrible, the pod machine in the room is better - but there is a great Italian style coffee place right next door. Overall, we will definitely stay here again and highly recommend the Athenaeum.
We stayed here for 5 nights and loved it. The hotel is in an incredible location, a short walk to Buckingham Palace, Hyde Park and shopping in Mayfair. The rooms appear to be recently renovated and are just lovely - the bathrooms are a bit dated, it would be good to see them modernised. All of the staff are fantastic, this was some of the best service we have ever experienced in all of our travelling. Super accommodating, will even help you make reservations and purchase tickets to events. We were on our honeymoon and they placed a delightful gift of balloons and chocolates in our room, along with a handwritten card from the team. The attention to detail is exceptional. The Breakfast is excellent, and we loved that we could order it to the room for no extra charge. We also ordered from the restaurant for lunch, and that food was excellent as well. A minor negative is that the coffee is terrible, the pod machine in the room is better - but there is a great Italian style coffee place right next door. Overall, we will definitely stay here again and highly recommend the Athenaeum.
10
Alain
11 Jul 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Excellent hotel in a premium location. Room spacious and well decorated. Breakfast very good. I highly recommend.
Excellent hotel in a premium location. Room spacious and well decorated. Breakfast very good. I highly recommend.
10
Christian
1 May 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Beautiful hotel with great staff. Delicious breakfast. Close to Buckingham Palace. Great restaurants near by.
Beautiful hotel with great staff. Delicious breakfast. Close to Buckingham Palace. Great restaurants near by.
8
Katie
20 Aug 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Really lovely stay. Spa was great, quiet, rooms good. I would say I booked a deluxe room and it seemed to look the same as the cheaper alternative? The only difference says it has a king bed and different pillows and a few sq meters more in the room? Stay helpful. Room service never came and they didn’t seem to care or really explain why or apologies, more of a brush off?
Really lovely stay. Spa was great, quiet, rooms good. I would say I booked a deluxe room and it seemed to look the same as the cheaper alternative? The only difference says it has a king bed and different pillows and a few sq meters more in the room? Stay helpful. Room service never came and they didn’t seem to care or really explain why or apologies, more of a brush off?
10
angela
1 Mar 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
All was great, location, staff, room, bar!!
All was great, location, staff, room, bar!!
8
CHARILAOS
13 Dec 2022
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Stayed 3 nights
Amazing location.The room was spacious & comfortable, very clean and recently renovated. Staff was really polite &helpful. An issue that made our stay a little uncomfortable was that the heating didn't work properly so it was a bit cold. The other thing that disappointed us was that the king size bed was not one bed, but two singles put together. Breakfast was mediocre. But overall a good stay!
Amazing location.The room was spacious & comfortable, very clean and recently renovated. Staff was really polite &helpful. An issue that made our stay a little uncomfortable was that the heating didn't work properly so it was a bit cold. The other thing that disappointed us was that the king size bed was not one bed, but two singles put together. Breakfast was mediocre. But overall a good stay!
8
Elizabeth
6 Jul 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Front of house staff, as always, outstanding and accommodating. Special access lounge now disappointing as There was limited availability of food and libations. I would like an honesty bar as I had clients join me and then had virtually nothing to offer them.
Front of house staff, as always, outstanding and accommodating. Special access lounge now disappointing as There was limited availability of food and libations. I would like an honesty bar as I had clients join me and then had virtually nothing to offer them.
10
Yildiz
22 May 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Staff were wonderful at this Hotel. The breakfast was delicious. Great area to stay and visit!
Staff were wonderful at this Hotel. The breakfast was delicious. Great area to stay and visit!
10
Kelly
17 Jul 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Thank you for making our last stop on our 20-day vacation so great! The bed and pillows were by far the most comfortable of anywhere we stayed. The staff was great and so thoughtful on my husband’s birthday. We loved the location, the drinks and the food. So pretty by the park and away from the busy areas but still walkable to everything.
Thank you for making our last stop on our 20-day vacation so great! The bed and pillows were by far the most comfortable of anywhere we stayed. The staff was great and so thoughtful on my husband’s birthday. We loved the location, the drinks and the food. So pretty by the park and away from the busy areas but still walkable to everything.
8
abraham
31 Jul 2023
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Stayed 5 nights
Location is great walkable to everything The property needs a facelift it’s partially renovate.Breakfast service is slow The lounge is great
Location is great walkable to everything The property needs a facelift it’s partially renovate.Breakfast service is slow The lounge is great
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10
Barry
29 Jul 2026
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Stayed 7 nights
I have been staying at this hotel since 1975 and it is my home away from home. Great location and wonderful service.
I have been staying at this hotel since 1975 and it is my home away from home. Great location and wonderful service.
10
Wendy
28 Jul 2026
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Stayed 1 night
A fabulous experience with the most friendly staff. Perfectly sister to walk to Bond Street, Buckingham Palace or even Harrods and Harvey Nicks. I’ll definitely stay there again.
A fabulous experience with the most friendly staff. Perfectly sister to walk to Bond Street, Buckingham Palace or even Harrods and Harvey Nicks. I’ll definitely stay there again.
10
Cristine
8 Jul 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
An exceptional stay from start to finish. Entire staff was warm, welcoming, and attentive , making me feel at home throughout my visit. The spa was a delight. Location couldn’t have been better. A special thank you to Daniel, the doorman, whose kindness, professionamism, and genuine hospitality made the experience even more memorable. He truly went above and beyond. I look forward to staying here everytime I’m in London.
An exceptional stay from start to finish. Entire staff was warm, welcoming, and attentive , making me feel at home throughout my visit. The spa was a delight. Location couldn’t have been better. A special thank you to Daniel, the doorman, whose kindness, professionamism, and genuine hospitality made the experience even more memorable. He truly went above and beyond. I look forward to staying here everytime I’m in London.
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Jeremy
7 Jul 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
There's a lot to recommend the Athenaeum - great location, friendly and professional staff, a good breakfast and clean and tidy. Unfortunately we also found reason to make us not want to return - the mattress on the bed sloped into the middle. To avoid this dip you sleep on the edge of the mattress and then you hit your head on the minibar cabinet which is pushed up flush to the bed (the addition of a foam protector on the corner tends to indicate this is a known problem). There was a constant dripping noise in the room which we could not locate but suspected came from the AC (which does not have an "auto" setting). Finally, one of the towels provided was worn out and actually had a large hole in it. We shall be trying the neighbouring competitors instead of returning.
There's a lot to recommend the Athenaeum - great location, friendly and professional staff, a good breakfast and clean and tidy. Unfortunately we also found reason to make us not want to return - the mattress on the bed sloped into the middle. To avoid this dip you sleep on the edge of the mattress and then you hit your head on the minibar cabinet which is pushed up flush to the bed (the addition of a foam protector on the corner tends to indicate this is a known problem). There was a constant dripping noise in the room which we could not locate but suspected came from the AC (which does not have an "auto" setting). Finally, one of the towels provided was worn out and actually had a large hole in it. We shall be trying the neighbouring competitors instead of returning.
10
Martin
24 Jun 2026
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Stayed 5 nights
The staff is amazing very professional and accommodating highly recommend staying here location is excellentv
The staff is amazing very professional and accommodating highly recommend staying here location is excellentv
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FAQs about The Athenaeum Hotel & Residences
Is parking available at the property?
Free valet parking is available onsite. Offsite parking is also available for a fee of GBP 95 per night, located 0.7 miles away and open from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
Full breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee of approximately GBP 35 per person.
Does the property allow pets?
Pets are not allowed at the property, but service animals are exempt from this policy.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, and guests should contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival to make arrangements.
Are airport shuttle services available?
A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge of GBP 105 per person (one-way) and is available 24 hours. Guests can arrange the transfer by contacting the property.
What accessibility features does the property offer for guests with disabilities?
The property features limited wheelchair accessibility, with step-free entrances and accessible public areas. However, guests should contact the property for specific details regarding accessibility features.
What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?
The hotel is centrally located in London, just a 3-minute walk from Green Park and 6 minutes on foot from Hyde Park. It is also 0.9 miles from Regent Street and 1 mile from Piccadilly Circus.
What are the hotel's policies for guests staying with children?
Children are welcome at the property. The minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified.
What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?
The property offers rollaway beds for a fee of GBP 65 per night, and guests must contact the property in advance to reserve them. Cribs are not mentioned in the available information.
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To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
You'll be required to pay the following fully refundable deposit.
Deposit: GBP 100.00 per night
- 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
- Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds
- Tax ID - 208 2686 05
- This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
- This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
- Long-term renters welcome
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
- This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
- Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
- This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
- Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
- Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- A car is not required for transportation to and from this property.
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
- This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
- Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 35 per person
- Offsite parking fee: GBP 95 per night (0.7 mi away; open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM)
- Pet fee: GBP 40 per pet, per day
- Service animals are exempt from fees
- Housekeeping is available for an additional fee
- Rollaway bed fee: GBP 65.0 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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