We are going to be 2 nights in London in late June - just found this out. I tried the Wellington Hotel and Kensington Guest HOuse (which I've not heard back from) and am not sure they're still operating. Need suggestions! We'd hoped to stay in a college dorm but they don't open til July 3. Help! We're close to 70 years old so a hostel might not be appropriate. Thanks. Julia
Posted by
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
8293 posts
Have you tried Lancaster Hall, which is run by the German YMCA?
Posted by
Macungie, PA, USA
463 posts
not the most 'authentic' place, but look in to easyHotel, if you don't need a lot of space. you can book online. have a great trip!
Posted by
Seattle, WA, United States
873 posts
London's Hostelling International-run hostels seem to have a reputation of catering to an older, more low-key demographic -- something I've noticed a lot of younger backpacker types tend to complain about. They offer private rooms, which aren't too different from any budget hotel. Look into YHA Hostels, there are a number of locations around the city.
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Ontario
62 posts
Hi Julia,
We booked at Cherry Court Hotel, and EasyHotel for this coming July. I haven't stayed in either of these places, but both are recommended by Rick. Good luck, and enjoy your trip!
Here is the address for the Cherry Court:
http://www.cherrycourthotel.co.uk/
Posted by
OP
Jericho, Vermont, USA
143 posts
Thanks to all of you! I will try them all and see what I can get. Julia
Posted by
Macungie, PA, USA
463 posts
@Lizzie--so did we! easyHotel for our first day of trip, Cherry Court for my last day there. and julia--the woman at cherry court returned my email very quickly.
Posted by
Boulder, CO, USA
780 posts
Easyhotel is great. www.easyhotel.com
I always stay at the Earls Ct location because it is 20-25 pounds a night when I book a few months in advance. That is only $35-$45 dollars a night for a VERY clean room with an ensuite bathroom and shower. Frills are extra, but location is perfect and I only need a bed and shower anyhow!
Plus that one is down the street from Tesco grocery and tons of shops on Earls Ct road, Kensington High street, and a 7 minute walk to Earls Ct or Kensington High St tube station!
Posted by
Fort Worth, Texas, USA
34 posts
Julia,
Hey, I'll be in London late June and found this place to be pretty fair and reasonable. Check it out...
www.henleyhousehotel.com
Posted by
Brangwin, Wa, USA
349 posts
Search Celtic Hotel it should work for you
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OP
Jericho, Vermont, USA
143 posts
Thanks for all your suggestions. We've reserved at Celtic Hotel in Blomsbury. Wil report on tripadviser afterwards to say how it is. This helpline is a life saver! Thanks to everyone who participates. Julia