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The Columbia

3.0 star property
Hotel with a bar, steps from Kensington Gardens

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Exterior
Family Room
Bar (on property)
Reception
Lounge

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet-friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$229
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct

Explore the area

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95-99 Lancaster Gate, London, England, W2 3NS
  • Place, Hyde Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Kensington High Street
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Oxford Street
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

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Economy Double Room

Economy Double Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Quadruple Room

Quadruple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Family Room

Family Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Twin Room

Twin Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Single Room

Single Room

Highlights

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

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Double Room

Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Triple Room

Triple Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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About the area

London

The Columbia puts you in the heart of London, steps from Kensington Gardens and within a 10-minute stroll of Hyde Park. Highlights at this hotel include free in-room WiFi. .At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and coffee/tea in a common area. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Attractions within a 15-minute walk of this 3-property class London City Centre hotel include Kensington High Street and Kensington Palace.

What's nearby

  • Kensington Gardens - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Hyde Park - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Kensington High Street - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Marble Arch - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Oxford Street - 4 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

About this property

The Columbia

Hotel with a bar, steps from Kensington Gardens
The Columbia offers its guests multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden. There are 4 meeting rooms available. Public spaces have free WiFi. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. The Columbia also features coffee/tea in common area, a front desk safe, and a lift. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star London hotel.

  • 100 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 1865
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
The Columbia offers 100 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries. This London hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and change of towels can be requested.

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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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Self-parking fee: GBP 10 per night

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
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
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. Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates). This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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

What is the cancellation policy at The Columbia?

The Columbia offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Columbia?

As of 26 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Columbia on 26 Oct 2025 start from NZ$228.64, 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.

Is parking available at The Columbia?

Yep, The Columbia has a self car park for GBP 10 per night. Onsite parking is limited.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Columbia?

No, The Columbia does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Columbia?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:30 AM.

The Columbia Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 324 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 403 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 175 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 75 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 1006 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything about our stay was good. Bill Dalton
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

hany

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice location, building Rooms nned upgrading ,
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Janna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Historic, well located and managed Hyde Park property. Conveniently located to subway and buses. Older property, but incredible daily maid service and kind staff. I would stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rulong

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was smaller than what we had expected but more than enough for us. Common areas were quit aesthetically pleasing. Great stay
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Natalie

Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Overall, positive but still in transition or I would have given it more stars. Guest should be a pre-war history lover with budget in mind. Rooms still carpeted, no refrigerator, etc and don't commit to brekkies unless you're an early riser, as they start clearing the continental early. Definitely dog friendly, fantastic for dogs in Hyde Park.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Marlene, Winnipeg

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Was in a good quiet neighborhood. Room was clean but a little small and shower was not good. Hotel was dated, not much amenities, overpriced breakfast and drinks.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marc

Travelled with family
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

Tashana

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff were incredibly friendly, plus they gave us a free room upgrade. The beds… fantastic, it was a dream come true. They were so comfy, we didn’t want to get out of it. Despite facing the main road, it was so nice and quiet, you wouldn’t believe there’s a bus stop outside. The continental breakfast was ok, it was a nice selection (but we’re biased to a full cooked breakfast). The hotel is very nice and pretty (loved the reception area) the only slight downfall, is the bathroom and corridors need updating but otherwise it is a great place to stay and would 100% stay there again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were kind and accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Brooke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Careen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great area by Hyde Park
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great stay, Excellent Location. We had a wonderful experience during my stay. The room was clean and the bedding was comfortable, and the staff were friendly and helpful. The location was perfect - close to everything I needed, We would stay here again just for the helpful staff.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sofia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margery

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Some inconveniences due to the age of the building, such as low water pressure. However, these are more than made up for by the excellent staff. They are always helpful and friendly. The location with the Lancaster Gate right there is wonderful! I would happily return!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Stanley

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Miranda, Wichita Falls

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Fairly inexpensive, close to a lot of diverse restaurants, within a 1-2 mile walking distance of a lot of touristy things. Across the street from a huge park but beware allergies! I would say the hotel bathrooms need an upgrade but the beds were fabulous. Older furniture and wear/tear of the room but didn't prevent us from having a good time.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mikolaj

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walkable, safe, clean easy check in
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

caleb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel staff was very accommodating and understanding
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lord David

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025