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Reviews of Balmoral House Hotel 2 stars

156/157 Sussex Gardens, Westminster Borough, London, W2 1UD, United Kingdom

#601 of 1,004 hotels in London

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Review score

Based on 764 hotel reviews

7.6

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.1

  • Comfort

    7.9

  • Location

    9.2

  • Facilities

    7.3

  • Staff

    8.8

  • Value for money

    7.7

  • Free WiFi

    8.1

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  • Reviewed: 24 April 2024

    9.0
    A great place for an overnight stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room with Shower
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was a strong scent in the room from air freshener balls or some such thing, which I found overpowering. On check out, I spoke to reception who said they would check it out

    It was in a good location. Clean room, good breakfast

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 April 2024

    7.0
    Our stay in London
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Stated above No handrail on upper floors. En suite not clean. Kettle ancient, needed replacing. Room was cold, needed blankets. Breakfast room in basement, not suitable for people with mobility issues. Toilet on ground floor near breakfast room had no hand basin, which should be illegal.

    Fantastic location very close to Paddington Station. Lovely looking on the outside. I think our room was 5th floor. No handrail on last staircase. Senior staff not friendly or welcoming. Younger staff nice. Toilet on ground floor by breakfast room had no hand basin which should be illegal. Breakfast room in basement. Not really suitable for people with mobility issues. Our en suite needed a good clean. Our kettle was ancient and needed to be replaced, but good supply of tea, coffee milk, sugar and biscuits. Towels clean, toiletries and toilet roll supplied. Beds narrow but comfortable. Nice quality sheets, but needed a quilt or thick blanket, as room was very cold. Wardrobe, bedside table and small table for kettle provided. There were 2 tower style fans. Bathroom had an opening window. Bedroom had a window. Bible located on the bedside table. Chair in corner to sit on was handy. All areas of hotel carpeted. Breakfast included croissant, hot drinks, juice, cereal, fruit, toast, bacon, fried egg (no choice), and baked beans. Adequate breakfast.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 April 2024

    8.0
    Satisfied
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room with Shower
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No elevator

    Historical beautiful English building including Essential minimum points for compact journey. Very close to Paddington station

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 April 2024

    7.0
    Balmoral Hoose
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    2 buildings across the road from each other. Shower/toilet was tiny. Showerhead on floor as unable to stay up so i fixed it by pushing soap tray up the shower to hold it in place. Breakfast is across the road - room was tiny and bursting at the seams we only went once and paid for breakfast around the corner at The lite bite for the next 2 mornings.

    Small but clean room.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 April 2024

    9.0
    Short stay and very comfortable
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location away from downtown but still acceptable . Located adjoining large mall and a bit confusing on parking initially

    Very clean and comfortable

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 April 2024

    7.0
    Would stay there again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing. It was adequate for what we wanted.

    Clean. Quiet. Handy to Paddington for local, cross country and airport travel.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 April 2024

    7.0
    Overall, a good stay in a great location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Triple Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The room was small, and facilities older. We only had a short stay so it was fine for one night but might have started to feel cramped after several days.

    The location was great and breakfast was included, although only for a short window of time. The staff were very helpful and friendly. The biscuits left in our room were very good and a nice snack with some tea after a long travel day.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 April 2024

    9.0
    Good location and price for a solo traveller
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room with Shower
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bed placement in the solo rooms meant that I (195cm tall) couldn’t lie completely straight - it was easy to temporarily roll the bed out though.

    The location is great, staff were all friendly, room was clean. Was able to check in early because my room happened to be ready (I was going to use their luggage storage if not)

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 April 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room with Shower
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great location, close to Paddington and Hyde Park.. Pleasant outlook tree lined road with gardens. Good value with breakfast included. Helpful staff.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 April 2024

    9.0
    Given prices in London, I definitely had value for my money.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room with Shower
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Very convenient to Paddington Station. Staff friendly and helpful.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 April 2024

    8.0
    Excellent value for money in a great location.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room with Shower
    • Stayed 1 night

    The hotel is in a great location closed to Paddington station. I booked a single and it was more than adequate, with an excellent ensuite. The breakfast was also excellent. All in all, a great place and I would definitely recommend it.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 March 2024

    7.0
    It is still ok for me.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room with Shower
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    As many people have said there is only a narrow entrance and stair to go up and down that is quite troublesome when carrying big luggage. The room was small. The bathroom was small as well(difficult to turn around). There wasn't a proper desk in my room(it's a single room).

    The location is good as it is close to metro and train station. The staff who I met was friendly. Breakfast included.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 March 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room with Shower
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room for the breakfast is Smaller that they need so some families or persons need to wait for empty table or share the table with other guests

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 March 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room with Shower
    • Stayed 4 nights

    A little longer breakfasttime

    Great location, friendly staff.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 March 2024

    8.0
    Balmoral great value
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room with Shower
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Shower was really really small.

    Flavio at front desk was so welcoming and helpful. Great location. Minutes from Paddington trains, restaurants, shopping and hop on off buses.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 March 2024

    9.0
    I enjoyed my stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    It is good hotel in very good location.. The room is good and comfortable.. Excellent front-desk staff, friendly and helpful! Thanks to all.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 March 2024

    7.0
    Cheap and cheerful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Triple Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Breakfast finished at 8.30 and needed to be at least 9 as the dining area is small and had to wait for a table.

    It was close to Paddington Station so easy to get around London and the breakfast was good

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 March 2024

    8.0
    Friendly hosts and great breakfast included in price
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room with Shower
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A very small room but everything you need

    Friendly hosts, great breakfast

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 March 2024

    9.0
    Excellent location and value for money.
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No mirror in the bedroom.

    Excellent location. Very clean everywhere. Comfortable bed. Very good breakfast. Friendly and helpful staff.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 March 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room with Shower
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Cost of parking £30 for 24 hours. No iron in room or available at hotel No proper duvet, just multiple sheets, fleece and dated old thin cover.

    Location was great for work purposes. Able to park right outside property but only as nobody else had, so was lucky.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 March 2024

    7.0
    Any shortcomings are compensated by the lovely staff . Location is at least four star
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room with Shower
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Stairs are the only downside to my stay as I am elderly and have mobility problems

    The staff were very welcoming and helpful. I arrived and the night shift person, Marco was so helpful to me in a very tired state after travelling

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 February 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room with Shower
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Room was fine.warm on arrival,clean and tidy.Ensuite had no heating but acceptable with warm bedroom. quick breakfast cereals,fruit,smaller cooked. I left an item in my room , I rang and they found it .I went iback and got it back.They were kind and helpful to me ,I was so pleased.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 February 2024

    9.0
    Super convenient, clean place with lovely staff.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Consistent and tasty

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 February 2024

    9.0
    Our stay at the Balmoral Hotel
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Poached eggs slightly overcooked at breakfast & bathroom a little small but for value for money overall it was excellent

    Excellent location & value for money

    Stayed in February 2024

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