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The Craven Hotel

3.0 star property
Travelers find a practical base for London adventures near Hyde Park, with car rentals available on-site and multilingual staff ready to share insider tips

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The Craven Hotel sign with a large entrance and hanging flower baskets. - The Craven Hotel (London)
A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a white sink, and a toilet. - The Craven Hotel (London)
A hotel corridor with a staircase, a reception desk, and a framed picture on the wall. - The Craven Hotel (London)
A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a phone, a nightstand, a wall-mounted lamp, a picture, and a window with curtains. - The Craven Hotel (London)
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The Craven Hotel, steps from Hyde Park in central London, offers in-room WiFi for planning city excursions. On-site car rental simplifies exploration, and the concierge team provides personalized assistance in multiple languages.

Reviews

5.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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A small, single-bed room with a red bedspread, a white pillow, a wall-mounted TV, a kettle, and a cup on a shelf.

Single Room

  • 7 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a window with curtains, a nightstand, and a framed picture on the wall.

Twin Room

  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Double Room | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a window with curtains.

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a pillow, a hat, a picture on the wall, and curtains.

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A single bed with a wooden headboard, a bedside table, a chair, a small stool, and a wall-mounted air conditioning unit.

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in London City Centre, a neighborhood in London, The Craven Hotel is near a metro station. Royal Albert Hall and The British Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Marble Arch and Buckingham Palace. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Lord's Cricket Ground or Stamford Bridge Stadium. Visit our London travel guide
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10-11 Craven Terrace, Paddington, London, England, W2 3QD

What's nearby

  • A statue of a woman holding a torch, with a golden roof and intricate architectural details in the background.
    Kensington Gardens
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A river with boats, a gazebo, and autumn trees.
    Hyde Park
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A red building with 'ALICE'S' signage and a 'POST OFFICE' sign.
    Westbourne Grove
    8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A modern urban plaza with a fitness center, a health assessment area, and a food court.
    Paddington Central
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Queensway
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • The Pride of Paddington
    4 min walk
  • Tajrish Restaurant
    1 min walk
  • Nipa
    7 min walk
  • The Swan
    3 min walk
  • Treelogy Speciality Coffee
    5 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 4 floors
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 17

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the train station; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
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 does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is The Craven Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

The Craven Hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at The Craven Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Craven Hotel?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Craven Hotel located?

Located in London City Centre, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens. Oxford Street and Kensington High Street are also within 1 mi (2 km). Lancaster Gate Underground Station is only a 4-minute walk and Paddington Underground Station is 6 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 Craven Hotel Reviews

5.0

5.6

Cleanliness

7.8

Location

6.2

Staff & service

4.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 651 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 110 out of 651 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 151 out of 651 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 169 out of 651 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 182 out of 651 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were really positive and helpful. The hotel was very centrally located. The room was large. It was excellent value for money and I would stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Staff & service
Location superb close to Hyde Park. Lancaster Gate and Paddington. Hotel felt faded but the bed was clean and the bathroom was serviceable. Great price for the central London location - just don’t expect too much from the hotel … it’s a place to sleep and not much else
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Staff & service
Fantastic location, basic cleanliness just like an average house, plenty of shops and transport, helpful and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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6/10 Okay

Leo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean room with a comfy bed. Good WiFi in the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Shop and restaurant close by
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Kerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was exactly what I needed for a short stay in London. The drapes in my room were broken but the stay and staff overall were great.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Graham

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Quite basic - but exactly as expected. Very low cost. Friendly staff. Great location. Would recommend for a short stay (1 - 3 nights)
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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6/10 Okay

Sasha

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
very small, but friendly staff and good location
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
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4/10 Poor

tim

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
5 minute walk from Paddington. Pretty bad, like maybe they run some illegal business and the hotel is a front. Worst bed I've ever slept on. But it had a good shower in the room and many London hotels have only shared bathrooms. I saved 40 dollars and I'm still doubting that that was worth it. But the shower was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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6/10 Okay

Mark

Cheap and quiet hotel. Room could do with a refresh, and tv didn’t work. Mattress could also do with being replaced. For a one night stay it was ok.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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6/10 Okay

Helen

Staff were lovely and friendly, we even got a room upgrade which was super kind.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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4/10 Poor

Lauren

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Good location. No staff was present when I arrived to check in. Room was in fine condition. Garbage was left behind the bed, inbetween the bed and the window. No toilet paper or hand soap in the bathroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Karla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely wonderful! Situated in a beautiful, great location, near transportation, numerous dining options. My favorite aspect of it is that it’s near Hyde park!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
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6/10 Okay

Ewan

Liked: Staff & service
The room was very economical which was why we choose it.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Shaid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Short walk from the underground and lots of dining options. Hotel is good enough for london considering the price.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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6/10 Okay

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, 5 min walk to paddington station and Hyde park,lots of places to eat within a few mins walk,room small but for the price it was ok
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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6/10 Okay

Bethe

If I were 20 years old again and traveling with friends, this hotel would have been fine. The rooms were extremely small and I couldn't even turn around in the shower. Young people wouldn't mind; I did.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Cassandra

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

Great experience. Great area. Great service

Nice people. Great Area. Accomodations were lovely. Communicative staff and very helpful and accomodating. This place let us check in speedily, check on us throughout the stay and the facility was nice enough.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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4/10 Poor

Adrian

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Room small but almost every fixture and fitting was damaged. The shower had NO hot water , only the tink sink water was hot. TV remote control only worked now and then and was damaged. Sheets were clean and location good and staff friendly but maintenance very poor!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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4/10 Poor

Mark

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel has cctv and a small lift. The communal carpet on my floor was dirty. My double bedroom room was small and very basic, with an extremely cramped toilet and shower area. The shower was so compact it was nearly impossible to step into. The room had a window which I could open or close. It also had a wardrobe, side table and a television which I did not use . There were no tea making facilities. The bedding was clean, and I generally slept well due to minimal traffic noise. However, despite being advertised, the hotel does not have air conditioning and rooms are not soundproofed. I complained to my 3rd party booking provider about the false advertising on their website and received a refund. Additionally, upon check out, if you wish your luggage to be stored, the hotel will charge. The hotel reception staff are both friendly and professional.m My room was as basic as you can get. Given this information, it’s entirely up to you if you wish to stay, taking account of the price charged per night and the location. In short, you get what you pay for.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
I was worried about staying here because of previous bad reviews but for the price I paid in the location. It wasn’t bad and the service was amazing. They always wanted me to be comfortable and have the best stay possible so if you’re looking for something in this location at a low rate I think this is a decent choice
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
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6/10 Okay

Janet

Liked: Staff & service
Good reception staff very helpful, room clean but very s.all no tea and coffee facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Uzo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quite and clean
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alma

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

great hotel location

Location - great, room-clean; there was no hairdryer, but we got one upon request at the reception. The was also no tea kettle in the room to boil water; there is very little space in the shower but we fit in, the water is good, maybe there could be as many shampoo packets as there are nights of sleep...there was no soap or shower gel... could use more towels.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

TUNGCHENG

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

Clean room, good location.

It is not 5 stars hotel, you cannot expect that much, however, the hotel has good location, there are 2 underground stations, some restaurants and grocery stores around that place. It is very convenient. If you are looking for clean, and convenient hotel to stay, I strong recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025