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The Columbia

Property class: 3

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A spacious room with a high ceiling, large windows, and a wooden floor. There are several seating areas with tables and chairs.
A room with wooden flooring, a fireplace, a large mirror, and a window with a view of trees.
A spacious room with wooden flooring, a fireplace, and a large painting.
A spacious hallway with a dark wooden console table, a large potted plant, and a modern light fixture.
A white building with the name "COLUMBIA" on the front.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$193
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug

Explore the area

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95-99 Lancaster Gate, London, England, W2 3NS
  • Place, Kensington Gardens
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Hyde Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Queensway
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪61 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Twin Room

A hotel room with two beds, striped wallpaper, a framed picture on the wall, and a nightstand with a vase of flowers.

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a dresser, and a window with curtains.

Economy Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a desk with chairs, and a view of the outdoors through a window.

Twin Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(29 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Single Room

A neatly made bed with white linens, a dark headboard, a small bedside table with a lamp, and a wooden dresser with a mirror.

Single Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Double Room

A neatly made bed with a grey headboard, a bedside lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(43 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Triple Room

A hotel room with two beds, each with a headboard, a bedside table, and a lamp. There is a mirror on the wall and a hanging coat rack.

Triple Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two single beds, each with a green headboard, white bedding, and a lamp on the nightstand.

Quadruple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Economy Double Room

Economy Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(22 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, a green headboard, white bedding, and a view of the city through large windows.

Family Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(15 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

London

The Columbia puts you in the heart of London, steps from Kensington Gardens and within a 10-minute stroll of Hyde Park. Highlights at this hotel include free in-room WiFi. .At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and coffee/tea in a common area. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Attractions within a 15-minute walk of this 3-property class London City Centre hotel include Kensington Palace and Kensington High Street.

What's nearby

  • Kensington Gardens - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Hyde Park - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Queensway - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Kensington Palace - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Kensington High Street - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Lancaster Gate Underground Station - 5 min walk
  • London Paddington Station - 9 min walk
  • London (LCY-London City) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Park - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Halepi - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Pride of Paddington - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Italian Gardens Café - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Bear (Craft Beer Co.) - ‬9 min walk

About this property

The Columbia

The Columbia offers its guests multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden. There are 4 meeting rooms available. Public spaces have free WiFi. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. The Columbia also features coffee/tea in common area, a front desk safe, and a lift. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star London hotel.

  • 100 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 1865
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
The Columbia offers 100 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries. This London hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and change of towels can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (GBP 20 per night)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 4 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1865
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

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 20 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates). This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Columbia Hotel London
Columbia London
Columbia Hotel
The Columbia Hotel
The Columbia London
The Columbia Hotel London

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Columbia?

The Columbia offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Columbia?

As of 13 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Columbia on 23 Aug 2026 start from AU$193, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Columbia?

Yep, The Columbia has a self car park for GBP 20 per night. A self car park is also available, for a fee. Onsite parking is limited.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Columbia?

No, The Columbia does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Columbia?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:30 AM.

The Columbia Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 401 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 340 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 172 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 56 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 33 out of 1002 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mikolaj

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent establishment with great location for Hyde park.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gintaras

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location - quiet and close to public transport. We would definitely stay at The Colombia again.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, convenient location and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute rooms, friendly staff, great location
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice staff, wonderful room, perfect location.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lyudmila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, amazing accommodations
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Arthur

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The only plus is that the hotel is pet friendly
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lynette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very helpful! Just know that parking is very limited
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was in a beautiful area, just a short walk from multiple metro stations, restaurants and shops, and of course, Hyde Park. Area felt safe, clean, and the staff were delightful. I would highly recommend this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kimberly Noel

Liked: Staff & service
Great location quiet and beautiful next to Hyde Park. Great value for quick breakfast. Only complaint hotel and rooms run extremely warm.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gerardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good area to stay in
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tobias

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed at the Columbia before so I already knew how wonderful the hotel and staff were. The staff is wonderful and accommodating and the room was nice. I would and have recommended to others to use the Columbia for their next visit
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Corie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and staff was helpful and friendly. Room was nice, the only thing I would recommend is putting fans in the rooms it was warm and stuffy. I would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, excellent staff. Pretty good breakfast variety of foods. Comfortable beds but no mini fridge in the room.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sumit

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
great location
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Gloria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The location of the Hotel was amazing, easy to move from here. On the other hand, the appearance of the commons areas felt dated with maintenance need it. Breakfast was good and convenient, if it could include eggs, as an option, it will be great. Our staying was pleasant.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and comfortable but room was quite hot (no air con as far as I could see). Location is very convenient and staff were welcoming. Beds were comfy and room amenities were good, shower head was a little old and at a fixed height.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Carmela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location is excellent, with an abundance of shops and restaurants nearby. Hotel is really clean , breakfasts are great. Age of building is definitely showing and needs some renovations. I understand there are plans in upcoming year to renovate!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Amenities
Friendly staff & great location - all good
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

VANESSA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff, room kept really clean ,would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Radu

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff, the room, and the location were all wonderful. I highly recommend it, and we're looking forward to coming back!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location for transportation and food.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mats

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our favourite hotel
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely time here. Amazing area and amazing staff. Would happily stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025