The Columbia

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Hyde Park

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Exterior
Lounge
Reception
Bar (on property)
Family Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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95-99 Lancaster Gate, London, England, W2 3NS
  • Hyde Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Kensington High Street
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Oxford Street
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

Economy Double Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(13 reviews)
  • 107 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Quadruple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

Family Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • 193 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Twin Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(21 reviews)
  • 150 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Single Room

  • 107 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(25 reviews)
  • 150 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Triple Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 193 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

London

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).

What's nearby

  • Kensington Gardens - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Hyde Park - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Kensington High Street - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Marble Arch - 3 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Oxford Street - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Lancaster Gate Underground Station - 5 min walk
  • London Paddington Station - 9 min walk
  • London City Airport (LCY) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Halepi - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Italian Gardens Café - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Swan - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Tajrish Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Nipa - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Columbia

3-star hotel near Hyde Park
The Columbia offers its guests multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, 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, a front-desk safe, and an elevator. 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
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
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.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (GBP 10 per night)
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

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.

You need to know

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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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.

We should mention

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

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Columbia to the airport?

The Columbia is 11.4 mi (25-min drive) away from the London City Airport (LCY) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Columbia have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Columbia.

Does The Columbia offer free breakfast?

The Columbia does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Columbia?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Columbia?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM.

Is there free parking at The Columbia?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for GBP 10 per night.

Does The Columbia have a pool?

The Columbia does not have a pool.

Does The Columbia have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Columbia to downtown London?

The Columbia is 2.3 mi away from London.

Reviews

The Columbia Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 322 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 401 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 175 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 75 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 1002 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

hany

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice location, building Rooms nned upgrading ,
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Janna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Historic, well located and managed Hyde Park property. Conveniently located to subway and buses. Older property, but incredible daily maid service and kind staff. I would stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rulong

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was smaller than what we had expected but more than enough for us. Common areas were quit aesthetically pleasing. Great stay
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Natalie

Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Overall, positive but still in transition or I would have given it more stars. Guest should be a pre-war history lover with budget in mind. Rooms still carpeted, no refrigerator, etc and don't commit to brekkies unless you're an early riser, as they start clearing the continental early. Definitely dog friendly, fantastic for dogs in Hyde Park.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Marlene, Winnipeg

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Was in a good quiet neighborhood. Room was clean but a little small and shower was not good. Hotel was dated, not much amenities, overpriced breakfast and drinks.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marc

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beds were very comfortable and breakfast was great!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tashana

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff were incredibly friendly, plus they gave us a free room upgrade. The beds… fantastic, it was a dream come true. They were so comfy, we didn’t want to get out of it. Despite facing the main road, it was so nice and quiet, you wouldn’t believe there’s a bus stop outside. The continental breakfast was ok, it was a nice selection (but we’re biased to a full cooked breakfast). The hotel is very nice and pretty (loved the reception area) the only slight downfall, is the bathroom and corridors need updating but otherwise it is a great place to stay and would 100% stay there again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were kind and accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Brooke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Careen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great area by Hyde Park
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great stay, Excellent Location. We had a wonderful experience during my stay. The room was clean and the bedding was comfortable, and the staff were friendly and helpful. The location was perfect - close to everything I needed, We would stay here again just for the helpful staff.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sofia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margery

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Some inconveniences due to the age of the building, such as low water pressure. However, these are more than made up for by the excellent staff. They are always helpful and friendly. The location with the Lancaster Gate right there is wonderful! I would happily return!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Stanley

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Miranda, Wichita Falls

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Fairly inexpensive, close to a lot of diverse restaurants, within a 1-2 mile walking distance of a lot of touristy things. Across the street from a huge park but beware allergies! I would say the hotel bathrooms need an upgrade but the beds were fabulous. Older furniture and wear/tear of the room but didn't prevent us from having a good time.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mikolaj

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walkable, safe, clean easy check in
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

caleb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel staff was very accommodating and understanding
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lord David

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Seonmook

Stayed 8 nights in May 2025