Bayswater is one of London's most competitively priced hotel areas with a definitive tendency towards the leisure visitor seeking value for money. This does not mean that you cannot find a good selection of luxury hotels in the Bayswater area though.
The Hotels near London Hyde Park & Kensington Gardens (London's largest park) cover a large area of London. South and East of the park are the exclusive hotel areas of Park Lane and Knightsbridge.
Bayswater along with Lancaster Gate on the north side of Hyde Park & Kensington Gardens offers the promise of luxury hotels with cheaper room rates. Lancaster Gate hotel area just to the east of Bayswater we feature as part of the Paddington neighbourhood.
See our selection of luxury hotels in Bayswater
As with all luxury hotels you can expect a great service and facilities in a good location, close to transport links to the rest of London. These luxury hotels are often located within historic buildings and some overlook directly onto Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens.
The flagship luxury 4-,5-star hotel in Bayswater is The Hilton Hyde Park Hotel situated next to Queensway Underground and overlooking Kensington Gardens/Hyde Park. The Hilton Hyde Park is at the beginning of Queensway, the main shopping street. At the other end is Whiteleys Shopping Centre. It is noticeable that there are few global chain hotels in the Bayswater area.
Located on the outskirts of Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens, Bayswater luxury hotels offer cheaper room rates than the close by Park Lane and Knightsbridge. The area has excellent transport links and is close to Paddington Station which is the best route into London for travellers using Heathrow.
Room rates at all the full-service luxury hotels in Bayswater are very competitive. It is an area geared to the leisure traveller rather than business traveller, so rates do reflect this. Prices are cheaper mid-week than at weekends, but it is an area where bargains can be found. You can expect to pay on average around £150 per night for a double room - some with leisure facilities such as a pool, included.
Bayswater luxury hotels are competitively priced with a range of 4-5-star hotels in a good location. You can stay in luxury cheaper during the week than at weekends.
We also recommend considering Paddington as a good alternative to Bayswater for luxury hotels, particularly if you are using Paddington Station as your arrival point in London.
Situated overlooking the beautiful Kensington Gardens, this luxury hotel offers stylish, air-conditioned rooms, some with relaxing views of the parks. The restaurant offers well-cooked modern British and European dishes. There is also a lounge and bar offering bespoke cocktails and craft beers, snacks or full meals. Enjoy afternoon tea overlooking Kensington Gardens in The Brasserie.
Facilities include • Free wi-fi • Full English breakfast • Cocktail bar & restaurant • Tea and coffee facilities • 24-hr front desk • Tickets desk • Single & family rooms available
Nearest tube: 2-min walk to Queensway
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
Situated opposite Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens offering great views and relaxing walks. Close to popular attractions like the West End theatre district and Madame Tussauds. Spacious rooms feature 40" TV, Nespresso coffee machine, laptop safe, iPod docking station and work area. Deluxe rooms include balcony, offering views over Kensington Gardens. Free Wi-Fi, cafe/bar and fitness room.
Facilities include • Choc chip cookie at check-in • Guest rooms/suites • Accessible rooms • Free Wi-Fi • Fitness room • Cafe/bar • Air-con
Nearest tube: 2-min walk to Queensway/Bayswater
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
Set in a traditional townhouse, this hotel offers a quiet retreat just a short walk from Hyde Park. In the restaurant you can enjoy cocktails and international dishes. Rooms feature hard-wood floors, and the hotel has a relaxed, contemporary air with leather chairs and exposed brick walls.
Facilities include
• Free wi-fi • Bar & restaurant • Buffet breakfast • Fitness centre • Tea and coffee facilities • 24-hr front desk • Tickets desk • Single rooms available • Desk in room
Nearest tube: 3-min walk to Bayswater
Elegant and historic hotel with some beautiful architecture to admire. Located right by Hyde Park for lazy summer days and close to tubes for access to central London. Rooms are compact and modern with TVs and en-suites. Paddington Station is 15-min walk away and there are lots of bars and restaurants nearby.
Facilities include • Wi-Fi • 24-hr front desk • Bar • Restaurant •Air-con • Single/double rooms
Nearest tube: 3-min walk to Paddington
In an elegant classic white building, this hotel offers affordable luxury, just 10 minutes' walk from Hyde Park and Notting Hill Gate, in a quiet square in Bayswater. Rooms are traditionally styled with dark wood and luxurious fabrics. Rooms offer broadband internet access and bathrobes and slippers can also be provided on request. The restaurant is contemporary and you can include a continental breakfast in the price.
Facilities include • free wi-fi • continental breakfast • restaurant • tea and coffee facilities • 24-hr front desk • tickets desk • single & family rooms available • desk in room
Nearest tube: 3-min walk to Queensway
An upscale boutique style hotel with lots of character for a reasonable price in Notting Hill in the West End of London. At this hotel there’s real attention to detail with individually designed and themed rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows and high ceilings. Rooms feature smart flat-screen TV, iPod docking station, luxury Egyptian cotton sheets, and marble, limestone and slate bathrooms with walk-in power showers and bathtub.
Facilities include
• Free wi-fi • Garden with outdoor furniture • Bar • Special diet menus on request • Continental breakfast included in price • 24-hr front desk • Tickets desk • Family & single rooms available • Airport shuttle
Nearest tube: 2-min walk to Bayswater
Recently refurbished hotel with 19th-century architecture. Featuring a conference room, office with internet and 24-hr reception. A 5-min walk will take you to Paddington Station for easy access to central London and Heathrow transfers. Rooms feature a flat-screen TV, tea/coffee facilities and free toiletries. Good location for business and leisure travellers.
Facilities include • Free Wi-Fi • Family rooms • 24-hr front desk • Lift • Bar • Restaurant
Nearest tube: 5-min walk to Paddington
Set in an elegant historically listed building with views over Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens. The Dome Suite also features panoramic views of Hyde Park. All rooms at The Hilton offer flat-screen TVs with movies on demand, BT sports, media hubs, tea/coffee facilities, mini fridge, walk in shower or bath. Some rooms also offer partial garden views. Hyde Park is just outside the hotel. The Dining Room offers cosmopolitan and French cuisine; breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Facilities include • Free wi-fi in public areas • Bar & restaurant • Hiking/bike rental options • 24-hr front desk • Family and single rooms available • Parking
Nearest tube: 1-min walk to Queensway