Athena

Victorian hotel within easy reach of Hyde Park

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February 2026

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March 2026

Classic Triple Room | Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, desk - Athena (London)

Daily continental breakfast (GBP 9 per person) - Athena (London)

Experience London's warmth at Athena, where the lobby fireplace sets the tone for a cozy stay. With in-room WiFi, luggage storage, and multilingual staff on hand to help plan your day.

Excellent

Popular amenities

Free Wi-Fi
Laundry facilities
24/7 front desk
Non-smoking

Main amenities (12)

Daily housekeeping
Breakfast available
Self parking
Coffee shop/cafe
24-hour front desk
Coffee/tea in a common area
Library
Reception fireplace
Front desk safe
Corner/local shop
ATM/banking services
Microwave in a common area

Feel at home (6)

Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Coffee/tea maker
Blackout curtains
Cable TV service
Premium bedding

includes taxes & fees

1 Mar - 2 Mar

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Room options

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

3+ beds

Showing 6 of 6 rooms

Classic Single Room

Excellent

Highlights

Soundproofed

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Renovated in 2023

Down duvet

Separate bedroom

Blackout curtains

10 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 1
1 Single Bed

Classic Triple Room

Excellent

Highlights

Soundproofed

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Renovated in 2023

Down duvet

Separate bedroom

Blackout curtains

14 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Classic Quadruple Room

Wonderful

Highlights

Soundproofed

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Renovated in 2023

Down duvet

Separate bedroom

Blackout curtains

16 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

Family Room

Excellent

Highlights

Soundproofed

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Renovated in 2023

Down duvet

Separate bedroom

Blackout curtains

20 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 5
1 Double Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Classic Double Room

Very good

Highlights

Soundproofed

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Renovated in 2023

Down duvet

Separate bedroom

Blackout curtains

12 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, desk

Classic Twin Room

Excellent

Highlights

Soundproofed

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Renovated in 2023

Down duvet

Separate bedroom

Blackout curtains

11 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
2 Single Beds

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About the area

110/114 Sussex Gardens, Hyde Park, London, England, W2 1UA

What's nearby

Hyde Park - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
Kensington Gardens - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
Paddington Central - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Marble Arch - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Oxford Street - 5 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

London (LTN-Luton) - 40 min drive
Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 46 min drive
Farnborough (FAB) - 52 min drive
London (LCY-London City) - 59 min drive
Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 101 min drive
London Paddington Station - 5 min walk
London (QQP-Paddington Train Station) - 6 min walk
Marylebone Station - 14 min walk
Paddington Underground Station - 4 min walk
Edgware Road (Circle Line) Underground Station - 8 min walk
Lancaster Gate Underground Station - 8 min walk

Restaurants

‪Blank Street Coffee - ‬4 min walk
‪Sawyers Arms - ‬4 min walk
‪Paramount Lebanese Kitchen - ‬4 min walk
‪The Dickens Tavern - ‬4 min walk
‪Zanchi Korean Restaurant - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Athena

Athena puts you in a great location, within a short 10-minute walk of Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens. For a bite to eat, guests can visit Athena Hotel, which serves breakfast. This Victorian hotel is also a short five-minute drive from Oxford Street and Royal Albert Hall. Fellow travellers like that it's only a short walk to public transportation: Paddington Underground Station is 4 minutes away and Edgware Road (Circle Line) Underground Station is 8 minutes.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 39 rooms
- Arranged over 6 floors

Arriving/Leaving

- Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: anytime
- Express check-in available
- Early check-in subject to availability
- Check-out time is 11 AM
- Late check-out subject to availability

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

Required at check-in

- Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required

Children

- No cots (infant beds)

Pets

- Pets not allowed

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))

Parking

- On-site parking only available on request
- On-site self-parking (GBP 20 per day)
- On-site parking is limited
- Electric vehicle charging point on site

Other information

- Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–9:00 AM
Coffee shop
Coffee/tea in a common area
Free daily reception
Shared microwave
Shared fridge
Water dispenser

Travelling with children

Local/corner shop

What to do

Winery tours nearby

Working away

Co-working spaces

Services

24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Hair salon
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Bike storage

Facilities

3 buildings/towers
Built in 1840
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Library
Fireplace in reception
Bike parking
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Locally owned and organised tours and activities
At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
Comprehensive food waste policy
Water dispenser
Lockers available
Reception hall
Victorian architecture

Accessibility

Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Hardwood flooring in public areas
Hardwood flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

40-inch flat-screen TV
Cable TV channels
Netflix
Streaming services

Home comfort

Heating
Portable fan
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Premium bedding
Travel cot

What to enjoy

In-room massage
Heated floor (bathroom)

Freshen up

Private bathroom
Rainfall shower heads
Shower only
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Toilet paper

Stay connected

Desk
Free newspapers
Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
Free international and long-distance calls
Desk chair
Printer
Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

Meal delivery service
High chair

More

Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Eco-friendly toiletries
Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
Energy-saving switches
LED light bulbs
Recycling
Guidebooks/recommendations
Local maps
Restaurant dining guide

Special features

Dining

Athena Hotel – This buffet restaurant only serves breakfast.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 9 for adults and GBP 6 for children
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds

Parking

Self-parking costs GBP 20 per day
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

This property does not have lifts.

Long-term renters welcome.

This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products.

Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on-site.

This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, Eurocard

Cashless transactions are available.

This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Also known as

Athena Hotel London

Athena London

Athena Hotel

Athena London

Athena Hotel London

Frequently asked questions

Does Athena offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Athena does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Athena?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Athena?

Yes. Self-parking costs GBP 20 per day. Parking spaces may be limited. Electric car charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Athena?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-in is available.

What is there to do at Athena and nearby?

Recommended spots to visit include Hyde Park (7-min walk) and Kensington Palace (1.2 mi), along with Royal Albert Hall (1.2 mi) and Oxford Street (1.3 mi).

What's the area around Athena like?

Athena is in London City Centre, a short 4-minute walk from Paddington Underground Station and 7 minutes' walk from Hyde Park. Travellers say that the area is walkable and good for shopping.

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Athena Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

7.8

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

Breakfast was a highlight with many guests praising its quality, variety, and value. (49 reviews)
The property offers a convenient location near numerous restaurants and a continental breakfast with a variety of options. (11 reviews)
On-site parking was available and reasonably priced, with some guests also mentioning the convenience of being close to a park. (9 reviews)

From real guest reviews summarized by AI.

Popular mentions

Service staff

Room

Location

Breakfast

Family friendly

Bed

Restaurant

Bathroom

Shower

Value

10/10 Exceptional

31 Jan 2026

The room was clean every day, the staff was welcoming and nice and the location is perfect.

Tom, 5-night trip

8/10 Very good

31 Jan 2026

Friendly staff at checkin. Room ideal for a 1 night stay

Huw, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

22 Dec 2025

Friendly, helpful staff, excellent location.

James, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

20 Jan 2026

Attentive staff, good cleanliness, close to Paddington train station which has a direct connection to the airport. The breakfast is reasonably priced, allowing you to explore the city already fed.

SANDRA, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

23 Jan 2026

Staff was amazing and super friendly and helpful. The location was great, 5 minute walk to the Tube at Paddington. The room was excellent, clean, and had everything we needed for our 3nt stay in London!

Joe, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

11 Dec 2025

Very friendly & welcoming & spotlessly clean. Breakfast was great & location excellent

Sandra, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

22 Oct 2025

This was a lovely place to stay, very clean, friendly staff and great location.

Rachel, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

30 Nov 2025

Clean room, helpful staff, comfortable bed. And close to many attractions

Rosanna, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

10 Oct 2025

Great stay

T J, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

17 Dec 2025

Excellent great staff

Stephen, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

14 Jan 2026

Clean room. Very friendly and helpful staff. Breakfast servers were amazing.

Mary Elizabeth, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

29 Dec 2025

Vert friendly, welcoming staff. Close to transportation, shopping and parks.

James, 12-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

3 Jan 2026

Room was clean, efficient, well laid out and comfortable. Nice bedding, warm and well lit, nice shower products offered. Surprisingly good buffet spread for breakfast including yogurt, croissants, hard boiled eggs, etc. Nice value and kind staff.

LYNN, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

3 Oct 2025

Pleasant stay

Rachel, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

29 Oct 2025

Nice place, nice people- Room clean. Enjoyed my stay.

Stacie, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

25 Jan 2026

Nice midrange hotell. Clean room, comfortable bed and nice breakfast. Friendly staff. I had a double room with two single beds. Room was small but I did not stay much in the room anyways.

Morten, 4-night trip