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About the Hotel
22-28 Norfolk Square,
London,
United Kingdom,
W2 1RS,
Greater London
Shakespeare Hotel, a 3-star London hotel, offers comfortable accommodations and easy access to the vibrant Paddington area. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi and a youthful modern game room.
Rooms & Amenities
Rooms at Shakespeare Hotel include private bathrooms, free tea and coffee facilities, and a flat-screen TV. Options range from single rooms to family accommodations, catering to different needs and budgets.
Dining & Nearby Options
Breakfast at the hotel is served in three newly refurbished dining rooms accommodating approximately 85 guests. Nearby dining options include popular restaurants such as Angus Steakhouse and San Marco Ristorante & Pizzeria.
Business & Services
Shakespeare Hotel features several meeting rooms suited for business gatherings, accommodating up to 50 delegates. The hotel is also equipped with secure luggage rooms and provides guests with photocopying facilities.
Location & Transportation
The hotel’s location allows for easy exploration of attractions such as Hyde Park, Madame Tussaud’s, and Trafalgar Square, all reachable within a short distance. The Underground and Paddington Station link guests to major tourist destinations across London.
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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Wi-Fi
Parking
Baggage storage
24-hour services
24-hour reception
General
No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
No parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Security
Baggage storage
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Sports & Fitness
Pool tables
Guest Parking
Electric kettle
Services
Housekeeping
Business
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying
Children
Cribs
Children's buffet
Game room
Spa & Leisure
Leisure/ TV room
Room features
Heating
Tea and coffee facilities
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Self-catering
Electric kettle
Media
Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
Parquet floor
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Location
22-28 Norfolk Square,
London,
United Kingdom,
W2 1RS,
Greater London
Map view
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22-28 Norfolk Square,
London,
United Kingdom,
W2 1RS,
Greater London
City landmarks
Parks
Hyde Park
4700 ft
Museums
The British Museum
2.0
mi
Garden
Buckingham Palace
1.7
mi
Museums
Victoria and Albert Museum
1.3
mi
Marylebone Rd
Madame Tussauds London
1.7
mi
Museums
Science Museum
1.3
mi
Museums
Natural History Museum
1.4
mi
Gallery
Wallace Collection
1.0
mi
Parks
Kensington Gardens
4200 ft
Square
Trafalgar Square
2.0
mi
Westminster Bridge Road Riverside Building
Coca-Cola London Eye
2.5
mi
Museums
National Gallery
2.0
mi
Great Central House
Marylebone Tube
1.2
mi
87-135 Brompton Rd
Harrods
1.6
mi
Palace
Kensington Palace
5100 ft
Art object
Sherlock Holmes Museum
1.6
mi
Oxford Street
Oxford Street
1.9
mi
Mosque
Regent's Park
1.3
mi
Park Lane
Marble Arch Tube
4600 ft
Museums
Apsley House
1.3
mi
400 Oxford St
Selfridges London
1.1
mi
Gallery
Lisson Gallery
3700 ft
LondonEngland
Bayswater Tube
2100 ft
Events
Royal Albert Hall
1.2
mi
Monuments and Landmarks
Peter Pan Statue
2800 ft
Monuments and Landmarks
The Albert Memorial
1.1
mi
Square
Piccadilly Circus
1.7
mi
Fountains
Princess Diana Memorial Fountain
5200 ft
Nearby
Praed St
Paddington Tube
900 ft
Restaurants
Mimos Cafe Bar
400 ft
19 London Street Paddington
La Tazza Cafe
700 ft
143 Praed Street Paddington
Paramount Lebanese Kitchen Paddington
400 ft
26 London Street
Lite Bite
300 ft
7 London Street Paddington
Micky's Fish and Chips
600 ft
29 Norfolk Place
Le Gourmet
600 ft
157 Praed Street
David's Grill House
900 ft
127 Praed Street
Reviews and Ratings
Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
66%
liked the hotel and would stay again
Great location
Lovely garden view
Noisy rooms
Unfriendly staff
6.6/10
Nice
Rooms
6.3
Location
8.5
Service
6.5
Dining
6.2
Guest reviews
6.6/10
based on 11 reviews
3/5
based on 1052 reviews
6.9
6.9/10 based on 1763 reviews
#715 of 1,165 hotels in London based on Tripadvisor
Charlie
United States of America,
April
2024
6.8/10
My stay at the hotel was a mixed experience. The rooms were acceptable, offering a lovely garden view and good access to nearby shops but were a bit noisy due to their proximity to the stairs and dining room. However, they were discounted which was a plus. The service was lacking as the staff didn't seem very friendly and even had an attitude when I needed to change rooms due to a TV issue. On the bright side, the location was ideal for my work needs and provided easy access to transportation options. The dining experience had its ups and downs, with good value for price but limited breakfast options. The facilities were decent overall.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms had a lovely garden view and good access to nearby shops, but were a bit noisy and had a plane toilet smell.
Service
5.0
The staff weren't as friendly and some had an attitude, making the service disappointing.
Location
9.0
The location was ideal for my work needs and provided easy access to transportation options, especially for travelers needing early train access from Paddington.
Dining
8.0
The dining offered good value for the price but had limited breakfast options, not suitable for early risers.
Facilities
6.0
Great location
Noisy rooms
Pete
United Kingdom,
March
2024
7.4/10
I found the hotel to be ideally situated near Paddington Station, making it convenient for exploring London, with local restaurants and attractions just a few minutes away. The rooms were basic but met standard requirements, although the size felt cramped for a longer stay. The service was nice and helpful, but a bit of a letdown due to one rude encounter. The location was excellent for accessing various parts of London quickly. The dining experience was better than expected, with a good continental breakfast option available.
Rooms
7.0
The room, although small for a triple, was basic and sufficient for a shorter stay.
Service
6.0
The service was generally nice and helpful, but there was one unpleasant experience with rudeness.
Location
9.0
The location was great for getting around London easily via the Tube or rail connections.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience surpassed my expectations with a good continental breakfast option available.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel provided the basic facilities required for a comfortable stay.
Tommy
United Kingdom,
March
2024
7.0/10
The hotel was budget-friendly, so I can't complain much, and I would probably stay again despite the small rooms with bunk beds. The bed and shower were tiny and not very comfortable for larger guests.
Rooms
5.0
The rooms were very small, especially with bunk beds. The bed and shower were tiny, not ideal for larger individuals.
Service
7.0
The staff was very nice and helpful, getting a taxi for us. However, they could have assisted with carrying luggage upstairs.
Location
8.0
The location was excellent, right next to Paddington tube station. Even though it was a bit far from our intended destination, it was not the hotel's fault.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience had varied choices and was yummy, but it could be a little congested at times.
Facilities
Facilities were basic but satisfactory for a budget hotel.
Pete
United States of America,
February
2024
6.8/10
The hotel is conveniently located near Paddington Station and Hyde Park, making it a breeze to explore London. The rooms, though small and on the 4th floor without a lift, were clean and cozy with nice tea/coffee facilities. The service had ups and downs, with some staff being pleasant and others a bit rude. The dining experience was fair but basic, and the facilities offered were standard.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were small but clean and comfortable, suitable for solo travelers especially with the discounted rate. The beds were comfy and the presence of tea/coffee facilities was a nice touch.
Service
6.0
The service had its highs and lows. While some staff members were pleasant, others exhibited more of a youth hostel vibe than a hotel atmosphere. The lady at the reception in the morning was particularly lovely.
Location
9.0
The location was perfect, within a 10-minute walk from Paddington Station and less than 15 minutes from Hyde Park. It made accessing various parts of London easy thanks to the nearby Tube and rail connections.
Dining
5.0
The dining area was quite busy, which made me feel rushed, and the options were limited. It was a standard Continental Style setup, with fair but simple offerings.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel provided standard facilities without any standout features. It offered the basics one would expect during a city stay.
Cecil
United Kingdom,
February
2024
7.0/10
My stay at the hotel was overall pleasant. The rooms were clean and comfy, and the staff was quite friendly. However, the dining experience was a bit of a letdown. The location was ideal for my needs, but the lack of Wi-Fi was a downside.
Rooms
7.0
My room was located in the lower basement, with a separate bathroom on the corridor. It was tiny but had a small balcony with a nice view of the park.
Service
8.0
The staff was mostly friendly and efficient during my stay. Housekeeping was quite attentive.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location was great, just a minute walk from Paddington station surrounded by restaurants and stores. Very convenient for transportation.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was a bit poor. The homemade bread was a nice touch, but overall, the food quality could have been better.
Facilities
6.0
The hotel's facilities were basic but functional. Nothing extraordinary, but they served their purpose during my stay.
Convenient Location
Tiny Room Size
Harry
United Kingdom,
October
2023
6.4/10
The hotel is conveniently near Paddington Station, offering a small, basic room with shared bathroom facilities. The friendly service made the stay enjoyable, although some improvements in service quality could enhance the experience. The location is fantastic for easy access to transportation and nearby amenities, but the noise from passing trains might be bothersome. The dining options were decent but could benefit from a wider selection with clearer pricing. Overall, it's a budget-friendly choice for a short stay.
Rooms
5.0
My room, located on the 2nd floor, was small and basic with six bunk beds and a separate bathroom in the lower basement corridor.
Service
7.0
The staff were friendly and eventually helpful, though some initial issues required escalation for resolution.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location near Paddington Station is very convenient for transportation and accessing nearby shops and restaurants.
Dining
6.0
The provided breakfast was decent but with unexpected additional charges and some inconvenience in accessing the dining area.
Facilities
6.0
The hotel offers basic facilities suitable for a short stay, with no notable luxuries.
John
United Kingdom,
October
2023
6.2/10
My stay at the hotel was full of mixed feelings. The location is amazing, just a minute or two walking distance from Paddington station and surrounded by restaurants and little stores, which was very convenient. The room had everything I needed, a comfortable bed, and a powerful shower, but it was a bit small for any activities inside. However, the service left much to be desired as the staff seemed rude and abrupt, and the room was in another building with noisy surroundings. The dining experience, though standard Continental style, was basic. Overall, the value for money was questionable considering the lack of friendliness and noise issues.
Rooms
7.0
The room had everything I needed, a comfortable bed, and a powerful shower. It was a bit small for any activities inside.
Service
5.0
The staff's general manners were free, but they seemed rude and abrupt. The room being in a different building with noisy surroundings was not ideal.
Location
9.0
The location is great, just a minute or two walking distance from Paddington station and surrounded by restaurants and little stores.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was very basic, although the food was standard Continental style.
Facilities
6.0
The facilities were average with nothing exceptional to highlight. The noise issues from the surroundings impacted the overall experience.
Convenient Location
Rude Staff
George
United Kingdom,
September
2023
5.0/10
I was thrilled to find a reasonably priced hotel near Paddington Station, although the experience was marred by filthy rooms and poor manners from staff. On the bright side, the Christmas decorations added a festive touch, but the non-functioning USB ports were a letdown.
Rooms
5.0
Despite the reasonable price on the fourth floor, the rooms were filthy and staff manners were lacking.
Service
7.0
The staff were lovely and really friendly, but there were instances of bad manners that affected the experience.
Location
6.0
The hotel's proximity to Paddington Station and various amenities was convenient, but the surrounding filthiness was a drawback.
Dining
5.0
The dining room was decorated tastefully for Christmas, but disappointed with non-functional USB ports for charging electrical items.
Facilities
5.0
Although the hotel had USB ports, none of them worked, which was disappointing considering the convenient location.
Joseph
United Kingdom,
August
2023
7.2/10
The hotel is in a convenient location, very close to Paddington Station and convenience stores. The rooms were small and not very soundproof, with a separate bathroom in the corridor. The dining options were basic, and there was an unexpected supplement for a full English breakfast. Despite its drawbacks, the hotel offers a value for money stay with its great proximity to Paddington Station.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were located in the lower basement and were not very soundproof. They were small but clean.
Service
8.0
The staff were friendly and helpful during my stay.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location is very close to Paddington Station and convenience stores, making it convenient for travelers.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was very basic, and I was surprised by the additional charge for a full English breakfast.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel offers basic facilities for a comfortable stay.
Michael
United Kingdom,
July
2023
7.6/10
The hotel's location is perfect, just a minute's walk from Paddington Station surrounded by restaurants and stores. The rooms met my needs with a private toilet/shower and a functional TV, but can get hot in summer without a fan or aircon. The facilities were satisfactory, considering the overall value-for-money. The dining options varied but had minor inconveniences. The location was convenient and excellent overall.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were clean and comfortable, meeting my needs but can get quite hot in summer without a fan or aircon.
Service
7.0
The service was acceptable, with breakfast taken care of but with some limitations.
Location
9.0
The location was perfect, situated between Paddington and Lancaster Square, offering easy access to transport and local amenities.
Dining
6.0
The dining options were varied but had some minor inconveniences.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities provided were satisfactory considering the overall value-for-money.
Frederick
United States of America,
July
2023
6.8/10
I had a mixed experience at the hotel. On the positive side, I loved the lovely garden view and convenient access to nearby shops and locations. However, the soundproofing in the rooms was quite poor as I could hear door slamming and other guests' conversations. The toilet was in an awkward and cramped spot, which was a major downside. The fact that I got three nights for the price of two made the overall experience more acceptable, especially since I was traveling alone.
Rooms
6.0
The room had a lovely garden view and good access to nearby shops and locations. However, the soundproofing was lacking, and the overall layout felt cramped.
Service
7.0
The service was a bit of a mixed bag. While some staff members were friendly and super helpful, others, except for the reception man with a beard, were not very welcoming. Changing rooms to adjacent ones was appreciated, and the helpful and nice reception man stood out.
Location
8.0
The location was a strong point of the hotel. Being close to Paddington Station was extremely convenient for exploring the city, even though there were some disappointments. I would still consider returning mainly because of the location.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was chaotic but manageable with enough food available, even though the setup near the reception and stairs was not ideal. The fact that it came with the room rate was a plus, and it was better than expected.
Facilities
6.0
The facilities at the hotel were acceptable considering the discounted price. Nothing extraordinary to highlight, but it met my basic needs during the stay.
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