Shakespeare Hotel

Property class: 3

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A spacious living room with a fireplace, a chandelier, and a large window with a view of the outside.
A building with a sign reading "Shakespeare" above the entrance, featuring a wooden door, white columns, and a black wrought iron balcony.
A park with a bench, a fountain, and neatly trimmed hedges.
A hotel room with four beds, a dining table, chairs, a mirror, and artwork on the walls.
A potted plant in a corner with a staircase and a window with sheer curtains.

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Business services
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is NZ$127
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov

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22-28 Norfolk Square, Paddington, London, England, W2 1RS
  • Place, Hyde Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Kensington Gardens
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Oxford Street
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Room options

Single Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(41 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Triple Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds OR 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Quadruple Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds OR 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Economy Single Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(17 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Family Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Single Beds OR 3 Single Beds and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Standard Double Room

7.2 out of 10
Good
(32 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Twin Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(15 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Superior Twin Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Single Room, Shared Bathroom

7.2 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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About the area

London

Shakespeare Hotel puts you in the heart of London, within just a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions like Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens. Highlights at this Victorian hotel include free in-room WiFi. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a games room. Other amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, express check-out and tour/ticket assistance. Each morning continental breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM. .Within a 20-minute walk of this 3-property class London City Centre hotel, attractions include Oxford Street and Marble Arch.

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
  • Oxford Street - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Marble Arch - 13 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • London Paddington Station - 2 min walk
  • Paddington Underground Station - 3 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Angus Steakhouse Paddington - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Blank Street Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Steam Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪CÉ LA VI London - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Carriages - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Shakespeare Hotel

As a guest of Shakespeare Hotel, you'll find a vending machine, an arcade/games room, and multilingual staff. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. Shakespeare Hotel also features tour/ticket assistance, coffee/tea in common area, and room service (during limited hours).

This 3-star London hotel is smoke free.

  • 50 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • 4 buildings
  • Conference rooms
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
Shakespeare Hotel offers 50 accommodations. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. This London hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Fridges and coffee/tea makers are provided. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 6.75 for adults and GBP 6.75 for children
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Accessibility

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

More

  • 4 buildings
  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out fee: GBP 30
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: GBP 5 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately GBP 6.75 for adults and from GBP 6.75 for children
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 30

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Shakespeare Hotel?

Shakespeare Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Shakespeare Hotel?

As of 12 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shakespeare Hotel on 15 Nov 2026 start from NZ$127, including 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.

Does Shakespeare Hotel serve breakfast?

Yep, travelers give top marks to the continental breakfast here! Available daily between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM, this is the perfect place to fuel up for a big day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Shakespeare Hotel?

No, Shakespeare Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Shakespeare Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Shakespeare Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Shakespeare Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 306 out of 1267 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 401 out of 1267 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 340 out of 1267 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 131 out of 1267 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 89 out of 1267 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Amenities
Breakfast was great and location is very convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great hotel all around. Very close to Paddington station. Comfortable hotel. With great breakfast options. Would highly recommend and will definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Air con and location a bonus Breakfast staff hard working and very pleasant
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast, clean room, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well placed for Paddington it’s a good hub
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay Wonderful location Very kind staff
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean, basic accomodation. Perfect for what i needed. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good location, decent hotel!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel for the price in a good location. Amenities were basic which was fine for a London trip. Comfortable bed and a good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Ok a place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stafd, very friendly. Nice comfortable beds, great shower. Food was excellent!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
Very small single room,but for where it was situated( very near Paddington) and price I paid. Fine for one night
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Location is perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really like the place where the hotel was located. Overall the hotel is nice, in the British style, and that is exactly what I liked - I didn't mind going up the stairs.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location if you plan to take the subway or train everywhere. Close to Paddington Station. Nice staff and a clean room
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was clean, the staff were lovely, the location was perfect, and the breakfast was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
The staff was very helpful. The luggage check in was very convenient. The location was excellent very close to Paddington station. The breakfast was very nice. The shower pressure was non existent. The room looked clean but we had some mishaps. It was very hot with no a/c and the fan wasn’t great.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel decor is quaint and the neighbourhood is charming. Lots of restaurants and pubs and easy access to bus and train transportation. The room was air conditioned, which was very nice, and there was a small bar refrigerator in the room, which was convenient. The bathroom faucet had non-potable water and the fountain / bottle-filler in the lobby did not have cold water. Check-in and check-out were smooth.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast menu was fresh, the AC was working fine.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location! There is no elevator....we were on the 3rd floor.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No bath mat, and the shower wasn't working properly; Happy we only had to stay a night.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was great , just next to Paddington station, only spoke once to staff at check in - pleasant - got in late . No lift , had to carry suitcases up three flights of stairs, Unfortunately picked the 3 hottest days ever To stay in London , and fan for room not adequate. Overall happy with , location, price paid ,especially for location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and room for the price. Nice staff, would return
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean staff was friendly and helpful! Hotel is in perfect area!
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Always a good stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025