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contributed by Steve Valentino
The trick to finding value for less in London, or for that
matter any major tourist hub, is scouting around in the off-season.
Here are some good hotels that can be had for below US$150 (nightly
rate) during the off-season.
Comfort Inn Harrow -- This three-star inn is located
in the suburb of Harrow, near central London. The Comfort Inn
is 13 miles from Heathrow airport. The inn has 73 modern rooms
with satellite television, private bathrooms and hospitality
trays. Nightly rates start at US$68 per night. Children aged
14 and below can stay free with 2 paying adults.
EasyHotel -- This hotel offers clean, modern (though
tiny) rooms in Kensington, west London. Rates start at $35 per
night. Daily housekeeping, TV and windows cost extra.
Rubens At The Palace -- Just across from Buckingham
Palace, this elegant hotel is reputed for its high-quality service.
All rooms are air-conditioned and some come with breakfast. Situated
near the Victoria Station, Westminster and the Royal Parks, the
Rubens is available for nightly rates from $109.
Darlington Hyde Park -- This townhouse hotel is centrally
located, near Paddington Station and Hyde Park. This 40-room
hotel offers special security and comfort for solo female travelers.
The hotel has been awarded the RAC Sparkling Diamond Award, for
high levels of cleanliness and hygiene in their establishment.
Rates start from $85 per night.
Ambassadors Hotel -- The hotel is located in a residential
area in South Kensington, a short distance from the famous West
End theatre. It provides easy and quick access to key London
attractions, like the Royal Albert Hall, Victoria and Albert
Museum, and the famous Harrods store. Heathrow Airport is just
10 miles from the hotel. The hotel provides Internet access,
safe-deposit boxes at the front desk as well as dry cleaning
services. Pets are not allowed. Standard double room rates start
at $68 per night. |
