Hotels in the Paddington area are very competitive when compared to hotel options less than a mile away within the Oxford Street area.
This area has a good mix of accommodation catering to all budgets. Around Paddington Station, you can expect the hustle and bustle of city life, as it is a major transport hub in London.
As you move slightly further out into Paddington, things become quieter, more elegant and residential. Paddington is most popular with travellers from Heathrow Airport due to the speed and ease of transfer from plane to hotel.
Take a look at our Paddington area guide for detailed information.
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Paddington is well positioned for travel inside London and transfers to Heathrow Airport. Paddington is in the north-western corner of the centre of London which makes the room rates here quite competitive. The benefit here is that Paddington offers accommodation types for all budgets, something you will be unable to find as you get closer to the centre of London.
Hyde Park is a 10-min walk from most hotels and it is possible to walk to Oxford Street in 15-mins. Paddington itself does not boast major attractions and is mostly used as a base to explore from, rather than explore within.
Prices are lower when compared to more central districts which are less than half a mile away. On average, you can expect to pay between £50-£100 for a budget bed & breakfast hotel in Paddington. 2-3-star mid-range hotels range between £100-150 while 4-5-star full-service luxury hotels start at £140 per night.
Paddington is popular all year round but due to the vast amount of accommodation on offer in the area, prices remain very competitive.
As the main gateway to London from Heathrow the period between April and November is more expensive than the winter months.
Paddington is attractive to those flying into Heathrow Airport using the Heathrow Express train or arriving from the west of England & Wales by train, where Paddington is the London terminus for both.
Paddington is not an area that boasts lots of attractions, although Hyde Park is a short walk from most hotels. It is, however, an excellent base to explore London from. It has excellent transport links, so you should be able to get to most attractions within about 20-min by Underground.
We recommend considering Kensington or Bayswater just to the west of Paddington, for slightly cheaper room rates. Check nearby backpacker hostels too.
Victorian and Edwardian terraced houses are the most common hotels in the Paddington area and are often next door to one another. Bed & Breakfast accommodation can easily be found in abundance within a few hundred metres of Paddington Station. Most of the cheap bed & breakfast hotels are located around Norfolk Square and along Sussex Gardens.
Below is a sample selection of budget friendly hotels near Paddington Station or click here to see all our hand-picked choices.
Located close to Paddington Railway & Underground Stations. Rooms with or without window (choose) and paid for TV. All bedrooms are en-suite. No breakfast, but there are plenty of restaurants, cafes and bars nearby. This basic hotel is just a short walk from the famous Little Venice with its colourful barges and boats.
Facilities include • Paid for Wi-Fi • Triple rooms • Air-con
Nearest tube: 3-min walk to Paddington
You’ll find the Astoria in a Neo-Georgian building on a tree-lined street, less than half a mile north of Hyde Park. A good budget choice, the Hotel provides a concierge service, plus free Wi-Fi throughout. Rooms at the Astoria are individually decorated using contemporary furnishings and pastel colours. They are all equipped with an en suite bathroom and a TV, as well as tea and coffee making facilities and a work desk.
Facilities include • Free Wi-Fi • Triple rooms • Concierge service • 24-hr front desk • Tour desk • Tea/coffee maker • Private paid parking onsite • Currency exchange
Nearest tube: 1-min walk to Paddington
Guests love the location of this affordable hotel, set in a grand town house on a quiet tree-lined avenue, just 100 metres from Paddington Station. Rooms are elegant in style with traditional furnishings, and have flat-screen, multi-channel TV and facilities for making tea and coffee.
Facilities include • Free Wi-Fi • Single/family rooms • 24-hr front desk • Luggage storage • Parking • Daily housekeeping
Nearest tube: 5-min walk to Paddington
A popular and affordable bed and breakfast right next to Paddington Station. Here they serve a varied breakfast including vegetarian, gluten-free and continental options, all included in the price. Popular points of interest around the property include Hyde Park and The Serpentine.
Facilities include • Free Wi-Fi • Family rooms • Flat-screen TV • 24-hr front desk • Ticket booking • Picnic area • Gift shop • Currency exchange • Breakfast included
Nearest tube: 1-min walk to Paddington
Looking at mid-range hotels there is a mixture of options available. There are at the moment no mid-range chain hotels like Premier Inn, Holiday Inn Express or Travelodge around Paddington. There are however Best Western franchises and family owned and managed outlets. These are clean and simple hotels of between 20-50 basic rooms with en-suite. Normally breakfast will be included in the room rate.
We included a sample selection below but click here to see our entire selection of mid-range hotels in Paddington.
Haven Hotel is an affordable and pretty hotel, located in Sussex Gardens. It offers traditionally furnished rooms with satellite TV. Rooms all have facilities for making tea and coffee, and an en suite bathroom with free toiletries. There is free Wi-Fi in every room, and guests can also make use of a work desk.
Facilities include • Free Wi-Fi • Family rooms • 24-hour front desk • Tea and coffee facilities • Desk in room • Onsite paid for parking
Nearest tube: 5-min walk to Paddington
This popular hotel is situated between Paddington and Bayswater and features light airy rooms with flat screen TV, in-room safe and tea/coffee-making facilities. There is a comfortable lounge/bar area with a selection of drinks. Hyde Park is a 5-min walk away.
Facilities include • Free Wi-Fi • Family rooms • Private on-site parking • Lounge/ bar
Nearest tube: 2-min walk to Lancaster Gate
One of the best-received hotels in London with a legion of fans who would never dream of staying anywhere else. Victorian townhouse with a 24-hour reception. Refrigerator and a personal safe in the room. Full English breakfast or continental breakfast served in the hotel conservatory, included in the room rate. This hotel is a 3-min walk from Hyde Park.
Facilities include • Free Wi-Fi • Triple & quad rooms • Fridge in room
Nearest tube: 3-min walk to Paddington
A stylish hotel with ultra-modern, contemporary and soundproofed rooms. Rooms offer satellite TV, a work area, and luxury private bathroom including a walk-in shower. All rates include a full English breakfast or continental buffet breakfast. A short 15-min walk takes you to Oxford Street and Portobello market.
Facilities include • Free Wi-Fi • Family rooms • 24-hr front desk • Bike hire
Nearest tube: 4-min walk to Paddington
Paddington also offers an excellent choice of luxury 4-5* star hotels. Some of these are clustered around the station but others are just a few minutes away in Lancaster Gate often overlooking Hyde Park.
Here is a sample selection below but you can click here to see our entire selection of luxury hotels in Paddington.
The Hilton London Paddington is an integral part of Paddington Station. There is no more convenient hotel if you are flying into Heathrow as it is a 15-min transfer by train. Rooms feature air-con with tea/coffee maker, minibar, on-demand movies and work-desk. Cheapest rates usually found at weekends.
Facilities include • Wi-FI • Family rooms • Restaurant • Bar • 24-hr reception • Fitness centre • Pets allowed
Nearest tube: 1-min walk to Paddington
4-star modern aparthotel situated in an excellent central location with good links to public transport and the rest of London. In just a few minutes walk you can be in Regent's Park or Hyde Park. The aparthotel is spacious with modern furnishing and a fully equipped kitchen for that home from home experience. There is also an onsite fitness centre you can use during your stay.
Facilities include • Full equipped kitchen • double bed and sofa bed • Free Wi-Fi • Air conditioning • Shower/WC • Satellite TC • Dining area • On site Bar & Pantry
Nearest tube: 5-min walk to Paddington Station
London Toolkit recommends booking this hotel for competitive prices, plus...
• Two complimentary guided walking tours - Royals and Landmarks Tour plus The Wizard Walk which explores iconic landmarks from the Harry Potter films • Vox City App
Excellent location just a short walk from Paddington Station and a 15-min walk from Oxford Street. This modern well-equipped hotel has a leisure club with indoor pool, two restaurants and a bar. The rooms feature LCD TV with movies on demand, Wi-Fi (paid for), en-suites and tea/coffee facilities.
Facilities include • Free Wi-Fi (public areas) • Parking • Family rooms • Swimming pool •Leisure club • Air-con • Pets allowed
Nearest tube: 2-min walk to Paddington
NOX Paddington boasts modern rooms with free Wi-Fi. Leafy Hyde Park can be reached after a 5-minute walk. Featuring stylish decor, each of the air-conditioned room features tea and coffee making facilities and colourful furniture. The modern bathrooms have a hairdryer and free toiletries. There are numerous bars and restaurants within a 5-minute stroll of the property.
Facilities include • Free Wi-Fi • Family rooms • 24-hr front desk • Air-con
• Daily housekeeping
Nearest tube: 3-min walk to Paddington
Set in an elegant Victorian building just 4-min walk from Paddington Station. Combining modern luxury facilities with an old-world charm. Rooms are equipped with interactive TVs and tea/coffee makers. Buffet breakfast is served daily from the restaurant and there is also a bar to wind down in. Great for travellers looking for easy transfers to Heathrow and into London.
Facilities include • Free Wi-Fi • Restaurant • 24-hr front desk • Lift • Bar • Air-con • Fitness facility
Nearest tube: 4-min walk to Paddington