6/10 Good
Location is perfect
Kasper
Kasper, 3-night trip
Shakespeare Hotel
City-center hotel within easy reach of Hyde Park
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In the heart of London, Shakespeare Hotel offers a warm welcome with an arcade for some friendly competition and continental breakfast. Connect to free WiFi, take advantage of express check-out, and enjoy the helpful staff that previous guests have raved about.
7.2
Good
Popular amenities
- Free WiFi
- 24/7 front desk
- Non-smoking
- Child-friendly activities
Main amenities (12)
- Daily housekeeping
- Breakfast available
- Room service
- Meeting rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Coffee/tea in a common area
- Arcade/game room
- Front-desk safe
- Vending machine
- Meeting room
- Multilingual staff
- Luggage storage
Feel at home (5)
- Refrigerator
- Daily housekeeping
- Coffee/tea maker
- Flat-panel TV
- Arcade/game room
$76 nightly
$92 total
Apr 12 - Apr 13
Total with taxes and fees
Room options
Showing 19 of 19 rooms
Single Room
- Sleeps 1
Economy Single Room
- Sleeps 1
Single Room
7.2Good
33 reviews
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 1
- 1 Twin Bed
Triple Room
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 3
- 3 Twin Beds OR 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed
Quadruple Room
7.4Good
9 reviews
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 4
- 4 Twin Beds OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
Economy Single Room
8.0Very good
14 reviews
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 1
- 1 Twin Bed
Family Room
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 5
- 5 Twin Beds OR 3 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
Family Room
- Sleeps 5
Standard Double Room
7.2Good
22 reviews
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Double Bed
Superior Double Room
8.0Very good
1 review
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Double Bed
Standard Twin Room
8.0Very good
9 reviews
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 2 Twin Beds
Superior Twin Room
7.0Good
2 reviews
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 2 Twin Beds
Single Room, Shared Bathroom
7.4Good
6 reviews
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 1
- 1 Twin Bed
Standard Double Room
- Sleeps 2
Superior Double Room
- Sleeps 2
Superior Twin Room
- Sleeps 2
Standard Twin Room
- Sleeps 2
Single Room With Shared Bathroom
- Sleeps 1
Quadruple Room
- Sleeps 4
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About the neighborhood
22-28 Norfolk Square, Paddington, London, England, W2 1RS
What's nearby
- St Mary's Hospital - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Hyde Park - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
- Kensington Gardens - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
- Paddington Central - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
- Marble Arch - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Getting around
- Farnborough (FAB) - 51 min drive
- Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 52 min drive
- London City Airport (LCY) - 67 min drive
- Luton Airport (LTN) - 71 min drive
- Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 106 min drive
- London Paddington Station - 2 min walk
- London (QQP-Paddington Train Station) - 4 min walk
- Marylebone Station - 15 min walk
- Paddington Underground Station - 2 min walk
- Lancaster Gate Underground Station - 8 min walk
- Edgware Road (Circle Line) Underground Station - 8 min walk
Restaurants
- Angus Steakhouse Paddington - 2 min walk
- Blank Street Coffee - 2 min walk
- CÉ LA VI London - 3 min walk
- Sawyers Arms - 1 min walk
- Paramount Lebanese Kitchen - 1 min walk
About this property
Shakespeare Hotel
Shakespeare Hotel offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens. This Victorian hotel is also just a 5-minute drive from Marble Arch and Oxford Street. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and breakfast. Public transportation is just a short walk: Paddington Underground Station is steps away and Lancaster Gate Underground Station is 8 minutes.
At a glance
Hotel size
- 50 rooms
- Arranged over 5 floors
Arriving/Leaving
- Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 AM
- Express check-out available
- Minimum check-in age: 18
- Check-out time is 11 AM
Special check-in instructions
- Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
- This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
- Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Required at check-in
- Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
- Pets not allowed
Internet
- Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms
Other information
- Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
- Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–9:30 AM
- Coffee/tea in a common area
- Room service (limited hours)
What to do
- Pool table
Working away
- Meeting room
Services
- 24-hour front desk
- Tour/ticket assistance
- Luggage storage
- Multilingual staff
Facilities
- 4 buildings/towers
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Television in common areas
- Arcade/game room
- Banquet hall
- Victorian architecture
Accessibility
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- 5 stairs to reach property
Room amenities
Be entertained
- Flat-screen television
- Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
- Heating
- Coffee/tea maker
- Electric kettle
- Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
- Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
- Towels
Stay connected
- Free WiFi
- Phone
Food and drink
- Refrigerator
More
- Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
- Deposit: GBP 5 per stay
Optional extras
- Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 6.75 for adults and GBP 6.75 for children
- Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 30
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts major credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Eurocard
Also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Does Shakespeare Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Shakespeare Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Shakespeare Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Shakespeare Hotel?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of GBP 30. Express check-out is available.
What is there to do at Shakespeare Hotel and nearby?
Shakespeare Hotel has an arcade.
What's the area around Shakespeare Hotel like?
Shakespeare Hotel is in London City Centre, a short 2-minute walk from Paddington Underground Station and 8 minutes' walk from Hyde Park. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.
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Shakespeare Hotel Reviews
Good
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7.8
Cleanliness
6.6
Amenities
7.8
Staff & service
6.4
Property conditions & facilities
Popular mentions
RoomService staffLocationBreakfastElevatorBathroomBedShowerLuggageInner tubing10/10 Exceptional
The room was clean, the staff were lovely, the location was perfect, and the breakfast was great.
Laura
Laura, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
A really lovely little hotel , nothing fancy but well presented , perfect location, spotlessly clean, very reasonable priced and everything you need to get your head down and have a comfortable evenings sleep , would use again in a heart beat
Simon Daniel
Simon Daniel, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Always a good stay
Tara
Tara, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Quick check in even at 1am, comfy room and a great breakfast in the morning.
Christopher
Christopher, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Friendly reception staff, clean room, five minutes from Paddington Station and underground.
Michelle
Michelle, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Ideally placed in the heart of London… staff where brilliant… well worth the money
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Perfect for our family, the only challenge for us are our luggages to take it up to our room. Overall, good place to stay.
Richard
Richard, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Very nice hotel, friendly staff, and clean rooms.
Perfect located, directly at Paddington Station.
Stephanie
Stephanie, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
The proximity to Paddington Station and lovely quiet street were great.
Kulsoom
Kulsoom, 7-night trip
8/10 Very good
The rooms were very spacious and nice and clean
Mary Anne
Mary Anne, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Great location close to paddington station.
Tera
Tera, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
The room was spotless the staff were always helpful and friendly
Suzzanne
Suzzanne, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Good hotel beside Norfolk Square Garden. I enjoyed my stay.
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Great location
Julie
Julie, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Extremely good location
Kenichiro
Kenichiro, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Easy check-in, room was clean, breakfast was delicious. Thanks!
Amanda
Amanda, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
A great location near Paddington Station. The room was fine.
Timothy
Timothy, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Convenient location, staff friendly and helpful.
Bartolomeu
Bartolomeu, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Enjoyed my stay
ANDREW
ANDREW, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Comfortable and easy. Nice staff
Claus
Claus, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
The room was sufficient for our 2 day stay. The staff were welcoming. Breakfast was ample. We woukd stay again; the bed was comfy!
Bob
Bob, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Great Value, prime location!
Cyrus
Cyrus, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Fab location, fab atmosphere, spotlessly clean room everyday day and a fridge! Will stay here again
Craig
Craig, 6-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
The breakfast was more than adequate. The staff were very helpful and gave good information as to how to get to the airport
ROLF
ROLF, 2-night trip
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