The Columbia Hotel (London, United Kingdom)

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The Columbia Hotel - London

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Overview

Victorian hotel overlooking Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens

The Hotel & Its History

The Columbia Hotel is a family-run hotel in a historic Victorian building that overlooks Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens. It has a unique mechanical lift with original deco indicators that still function today. Guests receive personalized service from long-term staff members who have been with the hotel for years.

Location & Nearby Attractions

The Columbia Hotel London is a 5-minute walk from Lancaster Gate Tube station and an 11-minute walk to Paddington rail station. Hyde Park is 900 meters from the hotel, with Kensington Gardens and Royal Albert Hall within walking distance. Marble Arch shops are less than one mile away, and Buckingham Palace, London Eye, and the British Museum are nearby.

Rooms & Accommodations

Each guestroom at The Columbia includes a private bathroom with a bath and shower, free toiletries, and a hairdryer. Rooms offer views of Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens, with some rooms having high ceilings and large windows. The hotel offers family accommodations with connecting rooms and economical options for group stays.

Pet-Friendly & Amenities

Hotel Columbia London is pet-friendly and allows pets in the building. Free WiFi is available in public areas, and a 24-hour front desk provides luggage assistance and safety deposit boxes. Direct bookings receive complimentary breakfast benefits, and the on-site bar and lounge serves food and drinks.

Business & Leisure Facilities

The Columbia Hotel offers meeting and banquet facilities for group events and functions. A shared lounge with a TV area and a garden provide spaces for relaxation. The property is non-smoking throughout, with CCTV in common areas and fire extinguishers for safety.

Location: 5 minutes from Lancaster Gate Tube, overlooking Hyde Park
Rooms: Private bathrooms with views of Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens
Dining: On-site bar and lounge with complimentary breakfast for direct bookings
Pet Policy: Pets allowed with no extra charge
Unique Feature: Original mechanical lift with deco indicators
Family: Connecting and economical rooms for groups

Good to know

Check-in/Check-out

from 15:00-23:59

until 11:00

Amenities

No parking available.

Wireless internet is available in for free.

Other information

Breakfast

The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of GBP12 per person per day.

Children & extra beds

There are no cribs provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request.

Languages

English, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Hungarian, Polish

Building

Number of floors:4

Number of rooms:111

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Rooms and availability

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Small Double Room

Max:

2 persons
Bed options:

1 Double bed

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Single Room

Max:

1 person
Bed options:

1 Single bed

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Triple Room

Max:

3 persons
Bed options:

3 Single beds

Shower
Heating

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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi

Parking

Baggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Flat-screen TV

Elevator

Kitchen facilities

Electric kettle

Services

Housekeeping

Dining

Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Spa & Leisure

Garden area
Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Heating

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

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Essential information about The Columbia Hotel

💵 Lowest room price	71 US$
📏 Distance to center	2.3 mi
✈️ Distance to airport	11.9 mi
🧳 Nearest airport	London City, LCY

Location

Address

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95-99 Lancaster Gate, London, United Kingdom, W2 3NS

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95-99 Lancaster Gate, London, United Kingdom, W2 3NS

City landmarks
Nearby
Restaurants

Parks

Hyde Park

200 yd

Garden

Buckingham Palace

1.8 mi

Museums

Victoria and Albert Museum

1.3 mi

Museums

Science Museum

1.1 mi

Museums

Natural History Museum

1.2 mi

Palace

Kensington Palace

100 yd

Landmark

Madame Tussauds London

1.3 mi

Parks

Kensington Gardens

100 yd

Landmark

Coca-Cola London Eye

2.6 mi

Landmark

Harrods

1.4 mi

Landmark

Marylebone Tube

1.4 mi

Landmark

Oxford Street

1.5 mi

Museums

The British Museum

2.3 mi

Events

Royal Albert Hall

200 yd

Gallery

Wallace Collection

1.3 mi

Monuments and Landmarks

The Albert Memorial

200 yd

Landmark

Paddington Tube

100 yd

Art object

Sherlock Holmes Museum

1.2 mi

Landmark

Marble Arch Tube

200 yd

Museums

Apsley House

1.3 mi

Museums

Design Museum

1.5 mi

Landmark

Elfin Oak

100 yd

Landmark

Westbourne Grove

1.0 mi

Parks

Holland Park

1.4 mi

Fountains

Princess Diana Memorial Fountain

200 yd

Gallery

Serpentine Galleries

200 yd

Gallery

Lisson Gallery

1.2 mi

Monuments and Landmarks

Peter Pan Statue

100 yd

LondonEngland

Bayswater Tube

100 yd

Restaurant

Sheila's Cafe

100 yd

Restaurant

La Meena Cafe

100 yd

Restaurant

Pat's Cafe

100 yd

Restaurant

The Italian Gardens Cafe

100 yd

Restaurant

Malaysia Hall

100 yd

Restaurant

Raffles Cafe Restaurant

100 yd

Restaurant

Mimos Cafe Bar

100 yd

Restaurant

Warisan Cafe

100 yd

Reviews of The Columbia Hotel

7.8 /10

Very good

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FAQ about The Columbia

Which landmarks should we visit during our stay at The Columbia?

Trafalgar Square as well as Buckingham Palace are among the top-rated landmarks accessible within 10 and 15 minutes drive from The Columbia respectively.

Which landmarks are closest to The Columbia hotel?

Guests of The Columbia hotel can visit Bayswater (only a 6-minute walk from the accommodation), or the expansive park "Kensington Gardens" placed 8 minutes' walk away.

Does the hotel have parking on site?

Yes, the hotel offers a car park on site.

Can I have lunch or dinner next to the welcoming 3-star The Columbia?

Best restaurants near the welcoming 3-star The Columbia include Bel Canto Restaurant and The Mitre in Lancaster Gate, placed 750 feet from the property and about 5 minutes' walk away respectively.

What is the timeframe for check-in and check-out in the The Columbia hotel?

Guests of the The Columbia hotel can check in from 3 PM to 11.59 PM and check out from 11 AM.

How much does a room at the welcoming 3-star The Columbia cost?

The price for a room in the welcoming 3-star The Columbia starts at £71.

What payment methods are available in the London hotel?

At the London hotel, you can pay using сash, American Express, and Visa.

Which facilities are included in the rooms at the welcoming 3-star The Columbia?

Some suites at the welcoming 3-star The Columbia boast a carpeted floor, a cabinet as well as private bathrooms which include guest toiletries and a shower.

Does the welcoming 3-star The Columbia staff speak foreign languages?

Yes, the staff of the welcoming 3-star The Columbia can help you in German, English, Spanish, Portuguese, and Hungarian.