Hi - Looking for a decent hotel, not TOO expensive, in good location for tourist sites. Anyone have personal experience with these: Luna & Simone; 51 Kensington Court, Ridgemount, or Darlington Hyde Park? Open to other suggestions. Thanks. Going in late June - 5 people.
Posted by
Bainbridge Island
3300 posts
Did you look at Belgravia B&B? close to Victoria Station in a convenient location. They have some connecting double rooms, and also suites (with kitchen I think) in another building. Check it out on Tripadvisor.
Posted by
England
375 posts
Of the hotels you list, I have stayed at Luna & Simone and the Ridgemount. I liked Luna & Simone; it was clean and comfortable. I prefer the location as well, but that is a matter of personal preference. I found the Ridgemount to be perhaps a bit rundown, but not terrible. I recall the beds being uncomfortable, but again, that's a preference and may strike others differently. You may get more responses to your question if you post it in the "To the North" section.
Posted by
OP
Jericho, Vermont, USA
143 posts
thanks for your input. Will keep working on it. Julia
Posted by
Des Moines, IA
2193 posts
Julia: It's been several years, so my recommendation on these comes with the caveat that my experience at both is a tad dated. Still, I would use tripadvisor for the latest reviews on these two: Cherry Court Hotel (Victoria station area) and Blades Hotel (Belgravia area). At the time, they were fine...not sure now...might be worth a quick check.
Posted by
Tresana, Highlands Ranch, CO, USA
23660 posts
We like the Victoria Station area just for convenience of transportation. The Lime Tree is terrific but more expensive. The Winchester hotel a couple of blocks away is more reasonable with a good English breakfast.
Posted by
washington
837 posts
If you are flying British Air, check their companion deals. The Rembrandt in Knightsbridge is wonderful and with the discount, reasonable.