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When travelling by car, finding a hotel in London with parking can be a challenge – but also a great achievement when you bag one. From private underground car parks and free on-site parking to nearby multistoreys and luxury valet parking, here’s our pick of some of the best hotels in London with parking available, in locations including central London, West End, Soho, Wimbledon, Kings Cross and Paddington.
On-site parking
The Windmill
Clapham, London, England
Located on Clapham Common Southside, The Windmill is a great spot for accessing Central London with Clapham Common and Clapham South tube stations under 10 minutes’ walk (half mile) from the property. Inside, interiors have the feel of a cosy library – with a twist. Enter through the pub to be greeted by a warm fireplace, plush, old leather furniture and often a slew of friendly dogs. The dining area is more polished, with cheery wildlife-themed décor featuring bird and deer motifs, and a sunny conservatory off to the side for breakfast. It’s one of a rare breed of London hotels with free parking – but the 10 on-site spaces are first-come-first-serve.
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£
119
per night
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K West Hotel & Spa
Shepherd’s Bush, London, England
K West was once the home of BBC Kensington House, and legends including David Bowie, Bob Marley and Amy Winehouse have all played here. Egging up its musical heritage, murals to artists are painted in brightly popping colours all over the hotel and books documenting various music icon’s lives dot each bright, reasonably-sized room. The hotel continues to be popular with musical fans thanks to its proximity to the Hammersmith Apollo, and the Central Line is less than a 10-minute walk. On-site private parking (first-come-first-serve) is available at the hotel and costs £29 for 24 hours.
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£
89
per night
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Hotel du Vin & Bistro Cannizaro House
Wimbledon, London, England
For stays in Wimbledon this Hotel du Vin outpost – set within a 19th-century mansion that was previously a private residence then a nursing home – is in a lovely location. It benefits from a panoramic view of Wimbledon Common, which remains enchanting throughout the seasons, and walking to Wimbledon Village, where there are nice shopping and eating options, takes about 20 minutes. Wimbledon’s tube station is a bit further away, 30 minutes by foot. Themed art and old photos of the neighbourhood provide a sense of place throughout the hotel while the brand’s signature interiors mark the bedrooms. On-site parking is £12 per night per car for hotel guests (book ahead).
From
£
106
per night
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Royal Garden Hotel
Hyde Park, London, England
For convenience and friendliness, this is a top London pick for families. Overlooking Kensington Palace and gardens below, and a 10-15 minute walk from some of London’s best museums, so much of London is right on your doorstep, plus you’re near good transportation links at Kensington High Street. Rooms are relatively spacious for London and are filled with modern furniture with clean lines and a focus on comfort. Even the smallest rooms feature Penhaligon’s toiletries and comfortable robes. If you’re bringing a car, the London Royal Garden Hotel NCP car park is located beneath the hotel and costs £30 for 24-hours; book ahead for a discount.
From
£
188
per night
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Off-site valet parking
The Langham, London
Marylebone, London, England
The Langham – highly regarded for its top-notch service, competitive drinking and dining, decadent rooms and spa – is smack in the centre of London, just off Regent Street. If you’re here for shopping, you’ve hit the jackpot. As well as all the big high-street names, turn right on Oxford Street and keep walking to department stores including John Lewis and Selfridges; past that is Bond Street; and beyond it Soho, for great eating and drinking ventures. The Victoria, Central and Bakerloo Lines leave from Oxford Circus tube station. For parking, Harley Street Masterpark is a two-minute walk from the hotel and costs £50 for 24 hours; £65 with valet parking.
From
£
320
per night
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The Royal Horseguards
Charing Cross, London, England
Sandwiched between Whitehall and the Thames, the hotel is moments from Embankment tube station and within easy reach of dozens of attractions. The hotel occupies eight floors of Whitehall Court, an imposing Grade I-listed building with a fascinating history. An equine theme pervades, from the painting of charging cavalry behind the concierge’s desk to the bronze ornaments scattered throughout. Rooms are spacious, with views of the Thames and the London Eye from the upper floors. Q-Park Trafalgar is less than a 10-minute walk from the hotel and costs £42 for 24-hours; £110 with valet parking.
From
£
187
per night
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COMO The Halkin
Belgravia, London, England
The Halkin is in the embassy area of Belgravia, between Belgrave Square and Hyde Park corner: very smart and very quiet. The Halkin first opened in 1991 newly built on the site of a former car park in a modern classical style to blend in with the Belgravia mansions which surround it. Regular refurbishment has kept the hotel smart, but the original look has lasted extremely well – a testament to the strength of the original concept. It also has a Michelin-starred restaurant. London Q-Park Knightsbridge is a five-minute walk from the hotel and costs £55 for 24-hour parking (both valet and self-drive).
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£
315
per night
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Pullman London St Pancras
King’s Cross, London, England
On the Euston Road, less than a five-minute walk to three train stations – King’s Cross, St Pancras International and Euston – and near iconic attractions such as the world-famous British Museum, British Library, Regent’s Park and Camden Market this smart four-star hotel enjoys a brilliant location. The views from the higher floors, looking south over Bloomsbury, are some of the best in London, and downstairs, the open-plan lobby, Golden Arrow restaurant and bar form a fluid space. Parking is available at the nearby ibis Euston hotel and costs £30 for 24 hours; the Pullman can arrange valet parking.
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£
133
per night
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Rosewood London
Holborn, London, England
The Rosewood occupies the former headquarters, until the mid-1990s, of Pearl Assurance, located in Holborn. This purpose-built flamboyant Belle Epoque Edwardian building has rare and lovely marble panels and pillars, Cuban mahogany and French walnut fittings. Bedrooms, designed by Tony Chi, are suave and sophisticated with a subtly homely feel, while the Scarfes Bar has become a popular meeting place for Londoners. Bloomsbury Square Car Park is less than a 10-minute walk away from the hotel and costs £32.50 for 24 hours. Valet parking is available; ask the hotel directly for prices.
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£
390
per night
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The May Fair Hotel
Mayfair, London, England
Built on the site of what was the Duke of Devonshire’s London home, The May Fair makes for a chic urban retreat that doesn’t take itself too seriously with its sleek lobby, marble bathrooms, first-class service and eponymous restaurant and bar that are simply damned good fun to be in. Other standouts include the Eastern-inspired spa and a private cinema, discreet casino and a 24-hour gym. Accommodation consists of over 400 unusually large (for London) rooms with 40 suites. The latter come with their own butler. Valet parking is £55 per 24 hours in the NCP Grosvenor Hill.
From
£
255
per night
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Off-site nearby parking
The Trafalgar St. James
Trafalgar Square, London, England
The Trafalgar St. James’ location is terrific – particularly if you are new to the capital and want to walk out of the door and see all its famous sights. On the ground floor, now one large, flowing space, design and concept firm AvroKo has reimagined a typical New York all day restaurant and grill, with large central bar area and brasserie style restaurant beyond. On the lower ground floor, Biblio is a good looking living room for hotel guests, while the indoor/outdoor Rooftop has its own character, dominated by its thrilling bird’s eye views of Nelson on his column and beyond. London Q-Park Trafalgar is less than a one-minute walk from the hotel and costs £39 for 24 hours.
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£
165
per night
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Royal Lancaster London
Hyde Park, London, England
The Royal Lancaster London has transformed itself from a frowsy four-star infamous for its frightful carpets to the most Instagrammable hotel in West London. Hyde Park across the road is the main attraction; many bedrooms oggle its lime and silver maple trees, and guests can nibble on homemade bircher muesli while enjoying views of the Italian Gardens from their breakfast table. The hotel offers 29 spaces (including an accessible space) in a private car park for guests on a first come, first served basis (45 for 24 hours). But for planning ahead, the London Q-Park Queensway is under a 10-minute walk from the hotel and costs £30 for 24-hour parking.
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£
223
per night
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Bermondsey Square Hotel
Bermondsey, London, England
Bermondsey Square sits at the southern end of Bermondsey Street, which is home to hip art galleries, boho restaurants and the Fashion & Textile Museum. The vibe is cool, unpretentious and friendly, with a blend of industrial chic and urban trendiness visible throughout its seven floors. There are 90 rooms, including four loft suites, each named after a Beatles song (Lucy, Jude, Lily and Ruby). One has a hot tub; another a hammock; all have views. NCP London Bridge on Kipling Street is a five-minute walk from the hotel and costs £32 for 24-hours. Guests are encouraged to leave their luggage at the hotel before parking their car.
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£
90
per night
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