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4.3 out of 5

"I loved, loved, loved this large, quirky and totally atmospheric hotel. The floorboards creaked and the elevator was so tiny and slow that I usually u ... " More

By a verified traveler on Sat 30 Sep 2023

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Hotel Description

3-star hotel near Hyde Park

Heart of London

Within a 10-minute walk of this London City Centre hotel, you'll find Kensington Gardens and Hyde Park. Kensington High Street and Marble Arch are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Bar/lounge

A bar/lounge and a 24-hour front desk are featured at this hotel, along with self parking. WiFi in public areas is free. A garden and luggage storage are also provided.

Economy Double Room

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
$127* Per night/room Apr 17 - Apr 18

Single Room

Bed Count 1 Twin Bed Maximum Occupancy 1 Max

Triple Room

Bed Count 3 Twin Beds Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Quadruple Room

Bed Count 4 Twin Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Family Room

Bed Count 2 Full Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Twin Room

Bed Count 2 Twin Beds Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

The Columbia ratings based on 4 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.2 out of 5 4.5 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff 5.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 0.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.0 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for The Columbia

Everyone (3) Couples (1)
5 out of 5
I loved, loved, loved this large, quirky and totally atmospheric hotel. The floorboards creaked and the elevator was so tiny and slow that I usually used the stairs instead. My room (a standard double on the top floor) was simply furnished but quite spacious for a London hotel in this price range. The windows overlooked Kensington Gardens (mostly trees from up that high). Surprisingly, traffic noise from Bayswater Road below wasn't a problem, even with the windows open. My entire stay occurred during a heat wave (90 degrees farenheit most days), but the room's oscillator fan -- and the park across the street -- kept thing very comfortable. I'd love to stay at this hotel again on my next visit.

Posted by on Sep 30, 2023

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5 out of 5
The history with this Hotel is amazing. The Staff was outstanding and went above and beyond to help us! Great place to stay!

Posted by , from Kansas on Sep 27, 2019

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3 out of 5

Posted by on Jul 13, 2019

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4 out of 5
Lovely lobby and nice breakfast and breakfast area Rooms just OK Good value for money

Posted by on Dec 1, 2018

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Property Features

The Columbia offers its guests tour/ticket assistance, multilingual staff, and a garden. There are 4 meeting rooms available. Public spaces have free WiFi. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. The Columbia also features coffee/tea in a common area and a front-desk safe. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star London hotel.

  • 100 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 1865
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Parking (limited spaces)

Transport

  • Train station: London (QQP-Paddington Train Station) (0.9 km / 0.5 mi)
  • Metro station: Lancaster Gate Underground Station (0.4 km / 0.2 mi)
  • Parking: Self parking available for a surcharge

Room Amenities

The Columbia offers 100 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries. This London hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and change of towels can be requested.

  • Flat-screen television
  • Digital channels
  • Coffee maker
  • Shower and tub combination
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Hair dryer
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Change of towels (on request)

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
  • Check-in time ends at 2:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18

Special check-in instructions:

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 11:30 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Pet Policy

  • Pets are welcome and stay free

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates)

This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

Cashless transactions are available

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates). This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly
  • Masks are compulsory at the property
  • Pets allowed (no fees)
  • Temperature checks are available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wears personal protective equipment
  • Security system
  • Protective clothing is available to guests
  • Masks are available to guests
  • Mobile key entry is not available
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Gloves are available to guests
  • Food service has been amended for enhanced safety
  • Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
  • Property does not follow sanitization practices of any association
  • Staffed front desk
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • Property follows regional sanitization guidelines We're Good To Go (UK)
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • LGBTQ friendly
  • No elevators
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Smoke detector
  • Gap period enforced between guest stays - 72 hours

Fees

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Self parking fee: GBP 10 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

  • Columbia Hotel London
  • Columbia London
  • Columbia Hotel
  • The Columbia Hotel
  • The Columbia London
  • The Columbia Hotel London

You should know

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.