Blades Hotel

“Perfect boutique hotel in a great location”

I needed a hotel close to Victoria Coach Station as I was spending two nights in London prior to a cruise. I lucked out in finding this small boutique hotel that was convenient for my needs and very reasonably priced. Tammy was amazing! Friendly, helped with my luggage, upgraded my room and allo… more

I needed a hotel close to Victoria Coach Station as I was spending two nights in London prior to a cruise. I lucked out in finding this small boutique hotel that was convenient for my needs and very reasonably priced. Tammy was amazing! Friendly, helped with my luggage, upgraded my room and allowed me to check in prior to check in time. It was very warm during my stay, but not uncomfortable since there is no air conditioning. I was a little concerned about there not being screens on the window, but they must not have issues with flying insects during the summer like we have in the States. Lots of stairs and no elevator, but I knew that from the reviews. Tammy helped me carry my suitcase up three flights to my room with a smile. The room was small, but perfect for my needs as I did not plan on spending much time in my room. I was in London after all! The bed was very comfortable and the temperature of the water in the shower was perfect! The hotel was an easy 11 minute walk (with luggage) from Victoria Coach Station and was on a fairly quiet street. I felt very safe walking the neighborhood even in the evening. Several quaint cafes and restaurants very near to the hotel. Especially enjoyed the Sole Mio, italian restaurant a few blocks away. It was very easy to walk to major attractions, it took me 15 minutes to get to Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey, Big Ben. The walk back from Trafalgar Square was about 30 minutes. I would definitely recommend this boutique hotel if you just need a clean, low key place to stay. It does not have a restaurant or additional amenities, but I felt like I was staying in someone's home.

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“Quiet, clean and friendly cheap hotel in a good area of London”

This is a lovely little hotel on a quiet street (for London!) in a very expensive area. The rooms are small (quite big for London!) but clean and well thought-out. Though their decor could use a bit of an update, they’ve nonetheless made the place quite pretty with a flower-and-plants theme. Ther… more

This is a lovely little hotel on a quiet street (for London!) in a very expensive area. The rooms are small (quite big for London!) but clean and well thought-out. Though their decor could use a bit of an update, they’ve nonetheless made the place quite pretty with a flower-and-plants theme. There was just one person in the office while I was there and she was friendly and helpful - though I didn’t need much help. Couple of things to mention: * the windows are not double-glazed, though the street was quite quiet * the firm pillow was really firm and good for side sleepers, and the bed was quite comfortable * as is common with old buildings, the floorboards were a bit creaky so I had to be careful not to make too much noise early in the morning * the bed seemed to have fresh clean sheets wrapped around the duvet in place of a clean duvet cover, though I’m not sure. It may have just been that they were protecting the less-tough duvet cover from wear. The sheet was thick cotton and obviously clean, folded over the top of the duvet about 3ft deep, so it was fine to sleep in. This is a very very wealthy area of London. The area is beautifully clean and full of Porches. I suspect the surrounding hotels were wayyy over-budget for me! But, the benefit is that it is quiet and litter-free and within a fit person’s walking distance of nearly every important London location, with excellent public transport connections. This hotel is really good value.

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“Perfectly situated for a walk to Buckingham Palace”

This was a very affordable and convenient hotel for my recent quick trip to London. I wanted to be within walking distance to Buckingham Palace, and hotels in that vicinity were either too expensive or already booked full. The hotel was just one block from the Victoria subway line, and the Pimlico … more

This was a very affordable and convenient hotel for my recent quick trip to London. I wanted to be within walking distance to Buckingham Palace, and hotels in that vicinity were either too expensive or already booked full. The hotel was just one block from the Victoria subway line, and the Pimlico neighborhood is quite safe and quiet. I had dinner at an excellent Georgian restaurant, called Iberia, nearby, and a round of drinks at a pub called the White Swan. I had a great English Breakfast, fresh-squeezed OJ and coffee at a nearby restaurant called the Tachbrook Bakery. The hotel itself is one of those many converted from a long row of three-story apartments. On the same street were a Best Western and a Holiday Inn Express of the same stock. I had a third-floor room -- maybe too many stairs for some -- but I was fine with it and I had a nice big window overlooking the street out front. Luckily the temperature was about 70, and I could get by with an open window and the portable electric fan. Otherwise it could have been uncomfortable without AC. The bed was comfortable and the shower was fine. I didn't have a hair dryer in my room.

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