Marriott Hotels & Resorts - accommodation in Barking

This was a nice hotel and this easily would have been a 5 star review if not for the bathroom. There was mold. A lot of it. All over the ceiling above the shower and within the sealant on the shower door. It was pretty bad. Hindsight has me realizing I should have asked for another room to see if the issue was widespread but we weren’t in the room a whole lot and managed fine. Everything else about this stay was nice - employees were friendly; breakfast was good; the bar was well stocked; amenities, while competitive to book, were good.

This hotel is a little off the beaten track for me as I normally stay close to Fitzrovia in London. However, I wanted a hotel with a gym / pool, and this was situated an easy walk away from Westbourne Park underground station (a few stops on from Great Portland Street station). And what a pleasant surprise I had. This is a funky, fresh hotel with brilliant facilities. My room was a great size and included a small kitchen. The air con in my room was excellent and the gym is good enough for a solid workout. Added to this was a cinema room and pool (neither of which I used) and a fabulous canal side restaurant (the rolled lamb belly was unbelievable). This was all topped off by EVERY single member of staff being kind and considerate. If you want a hotel that is a corporate chain - this is not for you. If you want great facilities in a relaxed, non pretentious atmosphere, this is worth a go.

It was great, but not variety