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The Columbia

3.0 star property
Hotel with a bar, steps from Kensington Gardens

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The Columbia sits in central London near Hyde Park, offering a peaceful retreat from city exploration. Guests can relax in the garden, enjoy drinks at the bar, and stay connected with in-room WiFi. The helpful staff and convenient location consistently earn positive reviews.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AED 382
AED 459 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec

Room options

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Twin Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Single Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Double Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Triple Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Quadruple Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Quadruple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Economy Double Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Double Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
95-99 Lancaster Gate, London, England, W2 3NS

What's nearby

  • Kensington Gardens - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Hyde Park - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Queensway - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Kensington Palace - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Kensington High Street - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

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
  • ‪Tajrish Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Swan - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Nipa - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Columbia

Hotel near Hyde Park
Close to Kensington Gardens and Kensington Palace, The Columbia provides a garden, a bar, and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Self parking (surcharge), multilingual staff, and a front-desk safe
  • 4 meeting rooms, luggage storage, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • An elevator, a banquet hall, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 100 rooms have amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and heating

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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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 4 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1865
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

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 stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: GBP 10 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

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

Is The Columbia pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Columbia?

As of 18 November 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Columbia on 17 December 2025 start from $136.79, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for GBP 10 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at The Columbia?

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

What time is check-out at The Columbia?

Check-out is at 11:30 AM.

Where is The Columbia located?

Located in London City Centre, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Kensington Gardens and Hyde Park. Kensington Palace and Kensington High Street are also within 15 minutes. Lancaster Gate Underground Station is only a 5-minute walk and Queensway Underground Station is 7 minutes.

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The Columbia Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 351 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 378 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 167 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 75 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 1000 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Amenities
Friendly staff & great location - all good
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good area to stay in
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff were great
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location at Hyde Park. Excellent staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely time here. Amazing area and amazing staff. Would happily stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Staff are friendly and helpful. GREAT Location. Rooms are dated and could be upgraded, especially the carpeting, but that is probably the reason for it being such a good value.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Enzo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a perfect stay...thanks :)
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful rooms friendly staff and lots of walkable food options!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a 200 year old historical property with a lot of charm. The staff loves this hotel and you can tell. Next time in London I am staying here
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Altovise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large room and walkable to Kensington Palace.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

CHARISSA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good option, close to Paddington Station and Heathrow Express. Nothing fancy, with nice, clean room and the beautiful Kensington gardens right across the street!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Brilliant location.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Lambert

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Had a large room but hotel dated and needs updating. Otherwise, great location and staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Guinevere

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great hotel but we did not book in the right location to be in the busy action of the city. Staff was great if you specifically wanna stay in this area highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location next to Hyde park. Very walkable
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shirley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Such a beautiful hotel and area. We prefer these boutique hotels that have the look and feel of London. Even more when staff is so friendly and helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very friendly and accessible. They all spoke to us and that makes a huge difference in our stay. A charming experience all around. Great job by everyone.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Whitney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great for solo travel! Very cool building in London.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Forrest

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed at the Columbia for three days. Really enjoyed the room the people that work there the professionalism and cleanliness of the place. Will be returning for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

karin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and spacious room! Across from Hyde park and only 5 minute walk from paddington train station!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

amadea

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the columbia hotel is very old world and quite wonderful. the rooms have high cielings and some of them have great views. I enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Liam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Lots of character. Very limited facilities.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay with 70’s decor. Bed was comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marc

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

6/10 Okay

Melissa

Liked: Staff & service
Great staff. Except room was quite hot with no heating or cooling
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025