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"Location is fantastic. Paddington station is a very easy walk of maybe five minutes. Hop on, Hop off bus stop is also just around the corner which was
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Athena puts you in the heart of London, within just a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions like Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens. Highlights at this hotel include free in-room WiFi.
TVs, coffee/tea makers, and portable fans are featured in all 36 rooms. Additionally, safes, hair dryers, and phones are available. Housekeeping is available on request.
This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services, and a 24-hour front desk. Additionally, you'll find express check-in, multilingual staff, and a fireplace in the lobby. There's also the convenience of self parking.
Attractions within a 15-minute walk of this 3-star London City Centre hotel include Oxford Street and Marble Arch.
Family Room
Bed Count1 Full BedMaximum Occupancy
5 Max
Double Room
Bed Count1 Full BedMaximum Occupancy
2 Max
Quadruple Room
Bed Count1 Full BedMaximum Occupancy
4 Max
Triple Room
Bed Count1 Full BedMaximum Occupancy
3 Max
Twin Room
Bed Count2 Twin BedsMaximum Occupancy
2 Max
Single Room
Bed Count1 Twin BedMaximum Occupancy
1 Max
Athena ratings based on 7 Verified Reviews
Review Summary
3.9
out of 5
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Room cleanliness4.0 out of 5.0
Service & staff4.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort3.5 out of 5.0
Hotel condition3.5 out of 5.0
Guest reviews for Athena
Everyone (5)Couples (1)
4 out of 5
Location is fantastic. Paddington station is a very easy walk of maybe five minutes. Hop on, Hop off bus stop is also just around the corner which was very convenient. Easy access to restaurants and short walk to Hyde Park. Room was small but adequate. A really convenient and comfortable place for those looking to have somewhere to rest at the end of a day of sightseeing.
Posted by a verified traveller on 7 Oct. 2019
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4 out of 5
I checked in before 2.00pm as a solo traveller and was very kindly allowed to move straight into an empty room designed for a family! That lady at the front reception desk has my enduring thanks. The Athena Hotel is minutes from Paddington Station, a good Japanese takeaway with sushi, tempura and noodles - and a Marks & Spencer's supermarket contained within Paddington Station itself. Trains take you straight to Oxford Circus.
Posted by a verified traveller on 15 Sep. 2019
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4 out of 5
Posted by a verified traveller on 23 Dec. 2018
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4 out of 5
Was lovely hotel friendly staff helpful breakfast was good but not outstanding rooms nice but a little small but comfotable grest location
Posted by vikki, from australia on 9 Jun. 2018
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Comment from Hotel Management
13 Jun. 2018
by Aniella
Thank you for choosing to stay with us at the Athena Hotel, we are happy to hear you enjoyed your stay with us.
5 out of 5
Good hotel close to Paddington Station
Pros:Location, good staff, clean and comfortable.
Lots off other hotels nearby, but I'd happily return here.
Cons:For the price, not much.
Location:It's about five minutes' walk from Paddington. The hotel is in a long old terrace of buildings, many of which are hotels.
Really happy with stay here. My room (double, 4th floor) was fine and reasonably spacious. The fact that there is a lift helped with luggage. Staff were lovely, breakfast fine.
Sure, there are some things that could be improved (fresh fruit instead of canned fruit salad at breakfast etc) but for the price, in London, a fine hotel representing good value.
One little thing- be careful with the room safe. The instructions were micro-small print and crumpled. I thought I had changed the code but hadn't. Locked passport, cash etc in the safe, without a code to get in. Bad. You can imagine the stomach drop when I realised. Thankfully they have a back-up master key and cheerfully got me back in. Lesson- after changing the access code, try it once without any valuables inside!
Posted by Michael, from Melbourne on 16 May 2018
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Comment from Hotel Management
21 May 2018
by Aniella
Thank you kindly Sir for your review, we appreciate your feedback. We are very happy you enjoyed your stay and hope to welcome you back again in the future!
2 out of 5
Very very small rooms
Pros:Fairly Clean
Cons:Shower shelf for soap etc. Also for tooth brush
Location:Ok location
Very small rooms no room for cases. No room in the bathroom for even a tooth brush or soap in the shower. Receptionist has a don’t bother me attitude. The breakfast takes a long time as you have to order eggs and bacon. Very small meals. Tables crammed together. Then the lift broke and they wouldn’t call out to fix it until the morning that was not helpful as my daughter had a sprained ankle. Also cases up on the fourth floor. Would not recommend his hotel and want be back
Posted by jane, from New Zealand on 18 Oct. 2017
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4 out of 5
Close to Paddington station
Nice and central to get around. Walking distance to Diana's memorial and Kensington Palace in Hyde Park complex. Station is only a block away and once you work out the tube is very good location. Breakfast was good and there are heaps of eateries nearby and also a laundromat.
Posted by Trevor, from Victoria, Australia on 9 Oct. 2017
Athena offers its guests tour/ticket assistance, multilingual staff, and concierge services. WiFi is free in public spaces. The business-friendly Athena also features a fireplace in the lobby, express check-in, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Parking is available for a fee. This 3-star London hotel is smoke free.
1 building
36 guestrooms or units
4 levels
Front desk (24 hours)
Express check-in
Staff is multilingual
Storage area for luggage
Front-desk safe
Tour and ticket information
Concierge
Fireplace in lobby
Elevator
No smoking on site
Internet
Available in all rooms:
Free WiFi
Available in some public areas:
Free WiFi
Parking
Self parking (surcharge)
Transport
Airport: Heathrow Airport (LHR) (27 km / 16.8 mi)
Train station: London Paddington Station (0.4 km / 0.3 mi)
Metro station: Paddington Underground Station (0.3 km / 0.2 mi)
Parking: Self parking available for a surcharge
Room Amenities
Athena offers 36 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. This London hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers and hair dryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include portable fans and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered on request and irons/ironing boards can be requested.
Television
Coffee maker
Shower
Housekeeping (on request)
Hair dryer
Safe
Telephone
Iron and ironing board available
Desk
Blackout drapes
Heating
Portable fan
Ensuite bathroom
Hotel Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 2 PM
Check-in time ends at midnight
Special check-in instructions:
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.
Check-out
Check-out by 11 AM
Payment types
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cribs (infant beds) are not available.
Pet Policy
No pets allowed
Policies
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place.Disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F.Personal protective equipment, including masks and gloves, will be available to guests.Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; a shield is in place between staff and guests in main contact areas; periodic temperature checks are conducted on staff; temperature checks are available to guests; guests are provided with hand sanitizer.Each guestroom is kept vacant for a minimum of 72 hours between bookings.The property affirms that it adheres to the Safe Travels (WTTC - Global) sanitization guidelines.
Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly
Temperature checks are available to guests
Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
Contactless check-out is not available
Property is cleaned with disinfectant
Staff wear personal protective equipment
Security system
Protective clothing is available for guests
Masks are available for guests
Gloves are available for guests
Property follows sanitisation practices of Safe Travels (WTTC - Global)
Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
Staffed front desk
Social distancing measures are in place
Contactless check-in is not available
No rollaway/extra beds available
No cots (infant beds) available
Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
Individually wrapped food options are not available
Debit cards
gap period enforced between guest stays 72 hours
Fees
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
Self parking fee: GBP 15.00 per day
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
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*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
