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The Columbia

3.0 star property
Travelers find the perfect blend of relaxation and exploration just steps from Kensington Palace, with morning coffee in the lobby before garden strolls

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The Columbia sits in central London near Hyde Park, offering a peaceful retreat from city exploration. Guests can relax in the garden, enjoy drinks at the bar, and stay connected with in-room WiFi. The helpful staff and convenient location consistently earn positive reviews.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AED 352
AED 423 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Mar - 16 Mar

Room options

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Twin Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Single Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room

Highlights

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

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Double Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(33 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Triple Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Quadruple Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Quadruple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Economy Double Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Located in London City Centre, a neighborhood in London, The Columbia is near a metro station. Wimbledon Tennis Club and Twickenham Stadium are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Natural History Museum and Madame Tussauds Wax Museum. ZSL London Zoo and London Eye are not to be missed. Guests appreciate the hotel's convenience to public transportation: Lancaster Gate Underground Station is 5 minutes by foot and Queensway Underground Station is 7 minutes. Visit our London travel guide
Map
95-99 Lancaster Gate, London, England, W2 3NS

What's nearby

  • Kensington Gardens showing a statue or sculpture, heritage elements and heritage architecture
    Kensington Gardens
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Hyde Park featuring a garden, a river or creek and watersports
    Hyde Park
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Kensington Palace showing a park, chateau or palace and heritage architecture
    Kensington Palace
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Kensington High Street showing heritage architecture and street scenes
    Kensington High Street
    16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Queensway
    7 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Halepi
    3 min walk
  • Tajrish Restaurant
    5 min walk
  • Italian Gardens Café
    5 min walk
  • Nipa
    7 min walk
  • The Swan
    4 min walk

About this property

The Columbia

Hotel near Hyde Park
Close to Kensington Gardens and Kensington Palace, The Columbia provides a garden, a bar, and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Self parking (surcharge), a banquet hall, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • An elevator, luggage storage, and multilingual staff
  • A 24-hour front desk, 4 meeting rooms, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 100 rooms have amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (GBP 10 per night)
  • Limited onsite 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

  • Elevator

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 stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: GBP 10 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

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

Is The Columbia pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Columbia?

As of 5 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Columbia on 15 March 2026 start from AED 352, excluding 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.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for GBP 10 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at The Columbia?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM.

What time is check-out at The Columbia?

Check-out is at 11:30 AM.

Where is The Columbia located?

Located in London City Centre, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Kensington Gardens and Hyde Park. Kensington High Street and Kensington Palace are also within 15 minutes. Lancaster Gate Underground Station is only a 5-minute walk and Queensway Underground Station is 7 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Columbia Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

10

Location

8.8

Staff & service

7.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 366 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 366 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 166 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 70 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 33 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

Kev

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was just a really nice, clean, good sized place. Considering the area and time of year I found the price more than reasonable and ai shall certainly be staying again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed at this hotel many times and it was as brilliant as always. Great location, spacious rooms, comfy bed, lovely staff and a park view. Will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise

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

10/10 Excellent

Candy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like this hotel. Staff is always very considerate and helpful. Ive stayed here twice and both visits were nice.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerardo

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

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
perfect for what I needed, location couldn't be better
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was easy but limited. We only stayed one night. It was quiet and warm
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

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

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful rooms friendly staff and lots of walkable food options!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location at Hyde Park. Excellent staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Cheri

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
reasonably clean room. Reception staff very helpful with local transportation and restaurant information.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean ... expected decoration for this hotel . Staff were welcoming ..continental breakfast was lovely
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great centrally located
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Staff are friendly and helpful. GREAT Location. Rooms are dated and could be upgraded, especially the carpeting, but that is probably the reason for it being such a good value.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful hotel lovely period building so pleased they have kept many original features. the staff were brilliant. check in easy. lovely place to relax overlooking Hyde Park, in which we enjoyed great walks and coffee and the hotel made our dog very welcome. We had such a lovely room.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beds were very comfortable and breakfast was great!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a 200 year old historical property with a lot of charm. The staff loves this hotel and you can tell. Next time in London I am staying here
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely room in a historical building, rich with history. Location was great near the tube, across from Hyde Park, within walking distance to Kensington Palace and restaurants. The room was comfortable and quiet. We would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

CHARISSA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good option, close to Paddington Station and Heathrow Express. Nothing fancy, with nice, clean room and the beautiful Kensington gardens right across the street!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

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

Excellent room

Fantastic room, reception staff very friendly and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location next to Hyde park. Very walkable
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Guinevere

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great hotel but we did not book in the right location to be in the busy action of the city. Staff was great if you specifically wanna stay in this area highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shirley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Such a beautiful hotel and area. We prefer these boutique hotels that have the look and feel of London. Even more when staff is so friendly and helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Good value and location

Good location, good value but room in need of some modernisation, eg. the avocado bathroom suite did take us back to the 70's (although very clean/tidy) :-)
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025