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The Columbia

3.0 star property
Hotel with a bar, steps from Kensington Gardens

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Exterior
Bar (on property)
Lounge
Family Room
Reception

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet-friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$227
includes taxes & fees
28 Aug - 29 Aug

Explore the area

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95-99 Lancaster Gate, London, England, W2 3NS
  • Hyde Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Kensington High Street
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Oxford Street
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

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Economy Double Room

Economy Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Quadruple Room

Quadruple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Family Room

Family Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Twin Room

Twin Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Single Room

Single Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Double Room

Double Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Triple Room

Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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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 High Street and Kensington Palace.

What's nearby

  • Kensington Gardens - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Hyde Park - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Kensington High Street - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Marble Arch - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Oxford Street - 4 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Halepi - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Italian Gardens Café - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Tajrish Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Tukdin - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Island Grill - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Columbia

Hotel with a bar, steps from Kensington Gardens
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.

Languages

English, French, German, Hungarian, Italian, Polish, Portuguese, Spanish

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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 10 per night)
  • Limited on-site 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

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 10 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 26 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Columbia on 28 Aug 2025 start from AU$226.76, 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 10 per night. 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

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 314 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 412 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 182 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 74 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 1009 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything about our stay was good. Bill Dalton
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Stanley

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Miranda, Wichita Falls

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Fairly inexpensive, close to a lot of diverse restaurants, within a 1-2 mile walking distance of a lot of touristy things. Across the street from a huge park but beware allergies! I would say the hotel bathrooms need an upgrade but the beds were fabulous. Older furniture and wear/tear of the room but didn't prevent us from having a good time.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mikolaj

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walkable, safe, clean easy check in
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

caleb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel staff was very accommodating and understanding
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lord David

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Seonmook

Stayed 8 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

CONSUELO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great expirience overall

We had a great time. The location was incredible and the staff very friendly. As the hotel is old, our floor cracked a lot as we walk ( or the neighbors). You coul also ear through the walls, so I do not recomend if you are a light-sleeper.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay cute hotel

Hotel was great! Very close to all you needed and staff very helpful! Could do with air con in the rooms however - but that staff did supply us with a fan. Was a very hot day mind.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

jeff

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
The hotel itself is dated and deserves to be brought back to its glory. Squeeky floors most prevalent. Staff was excellent and the area is desireable.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Lucia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quaint and love surround
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a lovely older hotel right across from Kensington Gardens. Bus stop was right outside and it has 3 train stations nearby. We were traveling with our 10 and 15 year old and felt safe and comfortable. Close to Queensway for many food and shopping options. Staff was very friendly. Our rooms were ready and we were able to check in early. They also have a nice locked room to store luggage if you need to check out before flight. We did not eat the breakfast or utilize bar area, but we saw others doing so. Beds and rooms comfortable. Room got slightly warm but able to open window a little for air, it was no problem! We really enjoyed our stay here!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Convenient location and good value

This hotel is so handy. Bus stop outside takes you to Westminster or Piccadilly Circus. Hyde park and Kensington park across the road. Walkable to Paddington station
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shellby

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The quality of the cleanliness in the room must be acknowledged - our room was SPOTLESS. Please pass on our feedback to the cleaning team. Our only negative was the very thin walls. Our neighbour seemed to be having a party with their clothes hangers at 11.30pm, besides this we enjoyed our stay and would gladly stay again. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
This hotel offers some beautiful common spaces and was very clean. Our room was fine- no frills and as pictured- but a bit stuffy on warm days. The floors were a bit creaky so you could hear others walking around in the hallways. The location was fantastic- right across from Hyde Park and a quick 7-minute walk to the Central line tube.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Leo

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

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Our room was extremely hot all the time. Couldn't sleep and the place is very outdated.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

diba

Business traveller, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
very unique and well decorated property
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Athan

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Justin

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s ok there are other hotels closer to the main attractions for less money. The rooms a very spacious but what’s the deal with separate hot and cold faucets on the sink either burning hot of freezing cold. The hotel is close to the tube, bus stops and big bus stops. Direct across from the park with some cool small shops and restaurants near by.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

How close it was to the park and metro
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Paul

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Great location but …

Great location but olde worlde room .. bathroom was straight out the 80’s 😂… staff were great pleasant & helpful & parked the van for £10
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abbey

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025