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Best Western Hotels  Great Northern near Kings Cross Station is the oldest purpose built hotel in central London  (3 Star Rooms: 82) with " probably the finest location for public transport in central London." Best Western Hogarth, in Kensington within reach of Museums, West End shopping and Hyde Park; (3 Star Rooms: 85);and Best Western Mornington is also near Hyde Park (3 Star Rooms: 66). 
Raglan Hall, in the suburb of Highgate is only 15 minutes from Central London via underground ;  Phoenix, within walking distance of Hyde Park and Oxford Street;  Bryanston Court, near Marble Arch and Oxford Street (2 Star Rooms: 54); Best Western Mostyn, also near Marble Arch; Check for TravelNow exclusive specials
Comfort Inn Deliver the some of the best pricing with comfortable surroundings. Comfort Inn Hyde Park  Comfort Inn Kensington, Comfort Inn Westminster,  Comfort Inn Hampstead.
Forte Posthouse Hotels Regents Park to the peace and quiet of one of the capital's best-loved parks on one side and the West End on the other, this stylish and hospitable hotel adds a recent makeover. Cumberland is on the corner of Oxford Street and Park Lane overlooking Hyde Park,  St Georges in a central but quiet location at the north end of Regent Street;  Cavendish near Picadilly Circus, Strand Palace in Covent Garden and  Le Meridien Piccadilly in the West End. 
Also include Hampstead   where the delightful Hampstead Village and Heath are no more than a few minutes walk up the road. (140 rooms on 5 floors, Underground: Northern Line/Belsize Park)    Kensington,  Bloomsbury, 
Hilton Hotels in London include London Regents Park,  London Mews in fashionable Mayfair,  London Kensington is a large 5 star hotel in Kensington;  London Langham in London's West End and the London Hilton Park Lane overlooking Hyde Park which was voted number one Business hotel in the UK by Business Traveler Magazine.
Marriott Hotels The Marriott Hotel London County Hall opposite the Houses of Parliament and Opened by King George V in 1922 commands one of the most evocative and memorable views of any city in the world (3 Star Rooms: 200). The Marriott Hotel London Regents Park has easy transit connections & parking : ( £  94-250 )Also Grosvenor Street is in London's West End ( £  235-450) and Marriott Hotel London Marble Arch ( 3 Star Rooms: 240 £  125-215); 
Radisson Hotels in London feature the Radison Berkshire Hotel reflects the elegance and warmth of a country manor in the Edwardian era in central location overlooking Oxford Street near Saville Row, Bond Street (147 rooms on 8 floors £  135-798)
THE MARLBOROUGH and the London Kenilworth are in fashionable Bloomsbury near the major City sights. The Marlborough overlooks the British Museum (£  99-215)
Also there is the London Savoy Court at Marble Arch ( £  85-165 );  and the London Vanderbilt in Kensington is a conversion of row houses close to Harrods, Victoria Albert Museum and Hyde Park
Sheraton Hotels in central London are the Park Lane Sheraton, a five star hotel overlooking Green Park; the Sheraton Belgravia Hotel, near Hyde Park and a few minutes walk from Harrods; as well as Sheraton Park Tower in Knightsbridge, also near Harrods.
Heathrow airport - Sheraton Heathrow is less than 2 miles away w/ 431 rooms on 3 floors and Sheraton Skyline is a 5-star facility less than 1 miles from Heathrow w/ 351 rooms on 3 floors

Luxury Hotels in London
Carlton Tower Hotel 224 rooms in Knightsbridge is one of London's most luxurious hotels. Health spa & tennis court

The Connaught Hotel at Carlos Place, Mayfair, W1 is one of the world's best luxury hotels and a grand old London institution. Owned by the Savoy group, this is one of London's most exclusive luxury hotels. It is supremely comfortable with unobtrusive service, and offering a gastronomic service. For over forty years, The Connaught has been run like a good private house where the privacy of the guests is respected.  90 rooms, 2 lounges, cocktail bar. 

Halkin Hotel, an elegant London hotel with excellent food and good facilities including fax, video and twin telephone lines in each room. Modern Italian food of high quality is served in the restaurant, while up-to-date financial news and information is available to business clientele from Reuters. This small London hotel has 41 rooms with 24 hour room service. Located between Hyde Park Corner and Knightsbridge in the Belgravia area, The Halkin is unique as it has broken the tradition of London hotels by offering a smart and contemporary approach to hotel hospitality. The Halkin is the peak of private luxury with a minimum of fuss.

The Ritz Described as the prettiest hotel in London, The Ritz holds a superb location in the heart of London's fashionable West End. Cesar Ritz called his namesake "the most fashionable hotel in the most fashionable city in the world" when it opened in 1906. London society immediately lost its heart to The Ritz. It became the first hotel deemed suitable for unchaperoned young ladies and the only place for afternoon tea. (130 rooms)

The Savoy at The Strand, The Savoy is located in the heart of the Theatreland, midway between the city and the West End with breathtaking views over the River Thames.  No two bedrooms are alike yet all share the same high standard, unrivaled comfort and style.  The Savoy's recently opened fitness gallery is centered around a magnificent rooftop swimming pool and also includes a gymnasium, saunas, massage, steam and treatment rooms. The Savoy Hotel was voted Executive Travel Magazine as the world's best hotel. 207 rooms.

myhotel in Bloomsbury is a new addition to London's hotels, designed with the help of a leading Feng Shui expert and opened in 1997 Each contemporary townhouse has great attention to style and color  through the Conran design Partnership. Comprising of 76 air conditioned bedrooms and suites.

Mid-Priced London Hotels:
Byron Hotel is a friendly and unpretentious London hotel with pleasant decor. The hotel is only a few minutes walk from Kensington Gardens.

Commodore Hotel London is a good, moderately priced London hotel in quiet surroundings.   Facilities include a tapas bar with satellite TV and a cozy lounge. One of the best London hotels for families, with an impressive array of teddy bears and easy access to Hyde Park. Recommended in Time Out and Fodors.90 rooms.

Cranley Gardens Hotel in South Kensington is a conversion of four Georgian Terraces and has 85 bedrooms.

Eden Plaza Hotel is part of a mid-priced London hotel chain aimed at business and leisure travellers. A bistro and bar are available on the ground floor.

Harrington Hall Hotel is an elegant, privately owned London hotel. The large bedrooms are well equipped for a London hotel in this price-range, with message telephones, mini-bar, tea and coffee and a trouser press. The hotel also has a small fitness centre and sauna as well as conference facilities and a business centre.

Hobbs Hotel quarter mile from Victoria station this official First Class/Limited Service First Class Hotel has 57 rooms and a modern atmosphere

Kingsway Hall Hotel
Modern hotel in London's West End with high standards of service and value state-of-the-art facilities including a bar, restaurant, conference facilities,  and health club.

Knightsbridge Green Hotel which is a well run London hotel recommended in the Good Hotel Guide. Free tea and coffee is provided in the club room from 9am to 8pm. All 27 rooms are air-conditioned and double-glazed. Excellent value for money.

Montague Hotel is a conversion of nine Georgian town houses in Bloomsbury, near the British Museum. Facilities include a spacious and comfortable lounge and a bar with a garden terrace as well as a restaurant. The bedrooms are small, but come equipped with trouser press, hairdryer, satellite television and tea and coffee making facilities.

Ovington Square Apts Elegant Georgian Townhouse-Style Apartments in an upscale Knightsbridge neighborhood Access to private garden 12 apartments secretarial services 4 star 

Sloane Hotel is another London hotel recommended by Karen Brown's Guide. A small hotel in Chelsea with a rooftop reception/dining room which gives excellent views.

The Victoria Inn in a converted 19th century townhouse. The Victoria Inn offers comfortable accommodations with ensuite facilities satellite color TV with remote control, tea/coffee making facilities, telephone, and hair dryer. (2 star 41 rooms on 5 floors )

White House Hotel  584 bedrooms. Situated adjacent to Regent's Park, within walking distance of Oxford Street, London Zoo and Madame Tussaud's, this is one of London's most popular hotels. Award winning restaurant, wine bar, gym and sauna. The hotel also has a staffed business centre.

Budget London Hotels: 

Corona Hotel  This Victoria station Victorian tourist-class hotel offers good location   friendly and hospitable service and excellent facilities  34 rooms on 5 floors
Hamilton House is a good budget London hotel, in Victoria. Rooms are en-suite and have televisions and telephones.
La Gaffe - a small, comfortable Hotel in an 18th Century Hampstead Cottage. near Hampstead Heath, a huge park with good views of the city. Your hosts since 1962  Bernard and Androulla Stella. 
Leisure Inn Hotel Located in the heart of London's tourist attractions, this moderate tourist-class hotel is located off the Bayswater Road close to Hyde Park. Restaurant, direct-dial phone, cable TV and alarm clock  (45 rooms, 50-179)
Sidney Hotel offers typical English atmosphere and budget accommodations in an excellent corner Victoria Station location (40 rooms)

Earl's Court
The Albany Hotel Grandly refurbished in 1994 with Chinese furnishings. Authentic Chinese Restaurant on site 3 Star
Amsterdam Hotel 23 Rooms built in 1800 Short walk from tube station Staff can provide many services including babysitting and secretarial
Henley House Hotel 20 rooms on 4 floors all with private baths direct dial phones, and Satellite 

Notting Hill
Abbey Court, Near Notting Hill Gate and Portobello All 22 Rooms individually decorated and furnished with antiques
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Hillgate Hotel
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Pembridge Court Hotel
4-star Small single £104,

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Central London B& B's in elegant private homes

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 just opposite the tube station as is the new British Library. The lively Camden Town is a short 10-minute walk. Book directly w/ each hostel
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London First Choice Apartments 
Minimum 3 night stay  Prices begin at £99 /night for South Kensignton Apartments w/ full maid service
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Chelsea Luxury Apts. £172 to £450+/night & weekly
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Weekly rentals to six months in the homes of absent Londoners in prime residential districts From £500 to 3000 per week. Review listings

Home From Home
From £ 395 to £ 1200 per week in the homes of private Londoners. Specializing in Knightsbridge, Belgravia, Kensington, Nottinghill Gate and Chelsea.

Travel Agents
Hotel Booking Line (UK), London
London travel agency on the web ready to meet your specifications
ASA Tours || london@asatours.demon.co.uk
Specials in Central London starting at  £50 /night others at £30/ night w/ shared shower
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