Looking for hotels near Queen Elizabeth II Great Court? Take inspiration from real travellers.

Recommended London Hotels

Discover our trending hotels close to Queen Elizabeth II Great Court

5 star

Small Luxury Hotels of the World - the Academy
3.9/5110 Reviews

Small Luxury Hotels of the World - the Academy

Bloomsbury London|0.33km from Queen Elizabeth II Great Court
The photos and website information about The Academy are incredibly deceptive about this boutique hotel. Sounded and looked lovely online and with a middling price of £188.00 per night B&B sounded a good choice for a solo mini trip to London. The reality was incredibly different. The hotel is scruffy and shabby and the loos smell of fish. Sadly, the service was non-existent and not at the level I would expect of a member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World. I had a single room (which I chose as it was just me) on the ground floor overlooking the courtyard. It as very basic, but adequate and unlike the other reviews, it was quiet (except from the noisy air-con system). The en-suite was tiny, but the shower was reasonably powerful. As many have already mentioned, the room was stiflingly hot, with a small and inadequate air-con unit which struggled with the heat. I can only imagine what it would have been like when we had the 40C heatwave. I struggled to use the remote control device to work the air con and so, at 12.30am in my dressing gown, I went in search of someone to help me. Daniel came into my room and helped me to get the aircon working and it tried its best to cool the room down. By the next day, and with it on 24/7 the room did finally cool down. As someone else has also mentioned the lights from the aircon system lit up the whole room like a disco! The lights outside the room in the corridor also didn't turn off at night and so the room was bathed in a bright white light from outside and red, green and yellow lights from various fuse things in the room. So, once the air-con was working as best as it could, my attention then turned to the lights! I propped open the en-suite door to block out the light from the corridor, and then managed to pin and stuff towels and a spare pillow case over the disco lights to dim the bright glare. As you can imagine, the first night was a bit of a nightmare with not much sleep. Breakfast the next day was good and the staff in The Refectory were the first to greet me with a welcoming smile and were so helpful and attentive. The breakfast (and staff in the Refectory) have saved this review from being the lowest rating of Terrible. I am incredibly disappointed with my two night stay at The Academy and regret staying there. To finish on a positive note, the location was great and easy to walk to all the places that I wanted to walk to. So great location for Soho, Piccadilly, Covent Garden etc, but poor service and a tired and tatty hotel. So, Bloomsbury is super, just choose an alternative hotel.
Chateau Denmark
4.3/542 Reviews

Chateau Denmark

London|0.46km from Queen Elizabeth II Great Court
Quirky, boutique style Hotel in a great location for shopping, theatres etc.. but our experience meant no sleep at all! Unfortunately our room (115, first floor) had a balcony/window which opened right onto an events/club (HERE at Outernet) which has day & night events so non stop continuous noise & queues right outside. Night events going on after 4am so be prepared for no sleep. Not just noisy from the music but from queues of screaming/shouting people right outside. We were assured on arrival that we wouldn't hear anything from our room and it was quiet but sadly this was the complete opposite. We did raise the issue after our first night and considered checking out but again we were reassured there wouldn't be noise as there wasn't an event on that evening. I suppose we shouldn't have trusted it but we did and yet again another sleepless night as there was a night event that hadn't been advertised! It was a rare birthday treat (escaping 2 children) which sadly left us both exhausted but mainly frustrated that staff weren't truthful or overly bothered with helping us. We also had cigarette smoke coming through our Bathroom Saturday morning apparently from a guest smoking in their room! I had to follow up on this issue as again no-one seemed too bothered about it. Im still waiting for a reply from the manager! Couple of other things to note the extra service charge is true - you'll be charged unbeknown from the deposit, no kettle/water/milk in rooms. but these are minor issues compared to getting no sleep which in my opinion is one of the main objectives of a good hotel....

Show more

Business travel

Show more

Breakfast

Show more

Reviews for London Hotels

Searching for hotels near Queen Elizabeth II Great Court? Compare room rates and reviews to find your ideal stay.
Astor Museum Hostel
3.8/547 Reviews
Bloomsbury
First time in a hostel by myself. Everyone seemed very welcoming and friendly. Facilities were good and worked well. Reception is open 24/7 which is always useful. Communal areas were nice also. Location is great, particularly if you wish to go to the British Museum. Definitely bring an eye mask and some ear plugs. The lamp lights on the bed are quite bright when the lights are out and also sound travels easy through the building.
The Montague on the Gardens
4.5/5103 Reviews
Bloomsbury
Great hotel! highly recommended! Excellent location, go straight to the British Museum, walk for three minutes, walk 6 minutes from Holborn subway station. The hotel service is particularly good. From the door, there is a service staff who takes the initiative to open the door and take the baggage. It is already in the room when you check in. When you leave, someone will help with the baggage, and you don't even need to bring it out. This is for traveling alone. It’s really great! At 11 o'clock, I have not yet arrived at the check-in time. The front desk will arrange a free lobby for a tea break. No matter where I see the service staff, I will always say hello and friendly greetings, full of service awareness. Breakfast is traditional English and is as varied as it was when you were studying at Oxford. The hotel decoration also has a strong traditional British flavor, the room is very clean, the hot water is very good, I have a service staff to send a small biscuit to welcome after the check-in, go out at night and find someone cleaned the room. Because the hotel is in the heart of London, the room size is not that big. If you want to experience the traditional British style and exquisite service, this is definitely a good choice! Although it is a bit more expensive, I personally feel that it is very worthwhile to experience travel to London!
Gresham Hotel Bloomsbury
2.5/551 Reviews
Bloomsbury
Worst hotel ever. No effort made to clean the place, never mind that no one has attended to the interior since 1970. Gloss paint should have been retouched in 1980s, dust mites should have been hoovered yesterday, plug socket should have been Installed beside bed 1990’s and mould all around bathroom, ceiling and walls should have been cleaned this morning. The wash hand basin sits on your stomach as you sit on the toilet. You can’t move in the shower in case you fall on to the toilet. You need to see this place to believe it. But, don’t bother. I’ve stayed with many places on this street and I never bother to review, but this place makes the exception. Look somewhere else folks. Can’t believe how much I parted for it Go somewhere else.
Morgan Hotel
3.7/5101 Reviews
Bloomsbury
It was a simple hotel, but it was a place where I wanted to understand everything else for breakfast that seemed to be dressed in a warm Korean dress in a British family. As it was old, the facilities were very old and narrow, but they were friendly and warm family-like people.
Radisson Blu Edwardian Kenilworth Hotel, London
3.9/5111 Reviews
Bloomsbury
The decoration and content of the hotel will not go into details, it is not advanced. But I have booked here for the last three days because of the good location. Oxford Street bears the brunt of gift shopping, the British Museum is within easy reach, and Trafalgar Square is not far away. Of course, if you must define gift-giving gifts in the category of Harold, well, it's a little far away. In addition, the breakfast is average and the service is very good. I said I was too tired, so I found a relatively large room not facing the street if I wanted to be quiet. There is a line of Korean dishes around the hotel. I don’t know why they line up. There is also a restaurant with three Uyghur Chinese characters written on it. The owner is probably a Central Asian who can’t speak Chinese, but the dishes are enough to relieve the pain of homesickness. Lamb is real! Shaxian snacks are also two minutes' walk away.
Grange Portland Hotel
4/526 Reviews
Bloomsbury
Looking for something central and with bit more space than the usual London hotel bedrooms, be it a budget or an expensive hotel, we decided on the Grange Portland. The larger rooms here are not cheap but more than worth it for the huge amount of space, the enormous bed and curious self catering facilities - curious because breakfast is included in the tarriff, and who wants to cook on holiday. At booking, I indicated a preference for a room at the back and on an upper floor. On arrival, there was no mention of this request and we got a second floor room facing the road. Yes, it is noisy, but at night there is minimal traffic and wax ear plugs work wonders. All previous reviews commenting the need for maintenance are correct although much of what we saw was minor - a spot of paint, a bit of glue to stick the wallpaper back on, mould treatment in the bathroom - and the level of cleaning seemed high during our three day stay. Breakfast was excellent, varied and abundant. We paid extra for the cooked breakfast, which was huge (just avoid the vegetarian sausages). I would settle for the cold breakfast - even on a busy Sunday morning it was well stocked. If we could be sure of not being given a basement room, we would definitely consider coming back to the Portland.

Frequently Asked Questions

More about London

An Introduction to London: UK's Vibrant Capital

London, the capital city of the United Kingdom, is situated along the famous River Thames. Known for its iconic landmarks, diverse culture, and captivating history, London offers a myriad of experiences for every traveler. Here's a fun fact: London was the first city in the world to have an underground subway system, fondly known as 'the Tube'.

Navigating Your Way to London

Most international visitors arrive via London's key airports - Heathrow, Gatwick, or Stansted. From there, trains, buses, or taxis offer convenient travel into the city. If you're not a UK citizen, it's essential to check visa requirements ahead of your trip.

While the British Pound is the official currency, most places accept major credit cards. English is the widely spoken language in London, although you'll likely hear a diverse array of languages due to the city's multicultural nature. Remember to respect local customs, such as queuing in an orderly manner, a practice taken seriously by Londoners!

London's Premier Attractions

From the majestic Buckingham Palace and the historic Tower of London to the dynamic modern art at Tate Modern, London's attractions cater to every interest. For breathtaking views of the city, the London Eye is a must-visit. Explore the British Museum, stroll through Hyde Park, or catch a show in the West End for an unforgettable London experience.

When to Visit: London's Weather and Packing Tip

London experiences a temperate maritime climate. Summers (June to August) can be warm with temperatures in London reaching up to 73°F (23°C), while winters (December to February) are generally cold and damp. The city is known for its unpredictable weather, so packing layers and a waterproof jacket is recommended. The best times to visit London are during spring (April to June) and fall (September to November) when the weather is mild and the parks are in full bloom.

Choosing Your Accommodation in London

For those wishing to be in the heart of London's cultural scene, the Z Hotel Piccadilly is conveniently located near landmarks like Trafalgar Square and the National Gallery. For food enthusiasts, the stylish Ham Yard Hotel in Soho is surrounded by a plethora of eateries.

Budget-conscious travelers might find the YHA London St Pancras a viable option, while business travelers may opt for the convenience of the Hilton London Bankside, close to the business district. If you're seeking an Instagrammable stay, consider the artistically designed Mama Shelter London. For convenience to the airport, consider the Sofitel London Heathrow.

Why Choose Trip.com

With Trip.com, planning your London trip is hassle-free. We offer an extensive selection of flights and accommodations to match your preferences and budget. Plus, with every booking, you earn Trip Coins, our loyalty reward, which can be redeemed for attractive discounts on future travels. So, whether you're off to witness the Changing the Guard ceremony or to enjoy a traditional afternoon tea, let Trip.com guide your London adventure for an unforgettable experience!

Show less