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Shakespeare Hotel

3.0 star property
Victorian hotel in London with a 24-hour front desk

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Exterior
Reception
Fireplace
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Quadruple Room

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
The current price is NZ$134
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr

Explore the area

Map
22-28 Norfolk Square, Paddington, London, England, W2 1RS
  • Hyde Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Marble Arch
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Oxford Street
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Single Room, Shared Bathroom

Single Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Single Room

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Single Beds OR 3 Single Beds and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Quadruple Room

Quadruple Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds OR 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Triple Room

Triple Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds OR 1 Single Bed and 1 Double 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 Marble Arch and Baker Street.

What's nearby

  • Hyde Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Marble Arch - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Oxford Street - 5 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Royal Albert Hall - 5 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Kensington High Street - 5 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • London Paddington Station - 2 min walk
  • Paddington Underground Station - 2 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Angus Steakhouse - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Sawyers Arms - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bonne Bouche Catering - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Paramount Lebanese Kitchen - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Mihbaj - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Shakespeare Hotel

Victorian hotel in London with a 24-hour front desk
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.

Languages

English, French, Greek, Italian, Spanish

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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

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

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 major credit cards; cash is not accepted
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 major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Eurocard. Cash is not accepted. 

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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 28 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shakespeare Hotel on 31 Mar 2025 start from NZ$134.05, 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. 267 out of 1170 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 415 out of 1170 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 277 out of 1170 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 132 out of 1170 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 79 out of 1170 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Godfrey

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room not serviced Very cramped Access to room via 2 staircases Landing windows left open while freezing outside Check in staff member very surly
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Luis

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Cristina

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Ana-Gloria, St Ives Chase

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super convenient just within quick walking distance from Paddington. Hope for a room near the lower levels to avoid trekking bags up stairs.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

sally

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We were on the top floor and it’s a long way up! If you have any mobility issues please be aware. It was quite a noisy hotel in the evening from other guests. I am not sure if we were unlucky but i expected it to be quieter in the family rooms. The hotel is run down although the beds were very comfy. The shower got hot after running for 5 minutes so be patient. The kettle can only be plugged in if you put it on the floor. I thought this was a significant safety hazard for families with young children. I wouldn’t stay here again for the price we paid although the location to central london and paddington was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Gareth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I woke up at 3 am absolutely freezing.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Friendly and welcoming team, my room was clean and comfortable with everything working.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suhair

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Bill

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Alison

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Severin

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Peter

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leonel

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Talha

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pathetic small rooms at high price . No elevator in a 3 floor hotel. Breakfast not included. Staff discourteous and rude. No ahampoo in bathroom. Scant soapn! If the hotel was not at walking distance from the Paddington station would have changed it.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sally, Maesteg

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
You have what you pay for. I travel to London once or twice a year and always stay in budget hotels in Norfolk Square for the price and location. This was my 1st time to stay in the Shakespeare and I would definitely book again. Our room was clean and spacious, the shower was hot, there was a fridge, the bed was comfy, a tasty continental breakfast including scrambled eggs and beans included in the room price, staff were friendly and helpful. Yes you can hear the tubes under the flooring on the ground and basement rooms but thats sort of obvious when your on top of one of the biggest tube station networks in London nothing that a good sleeper or a pair of ear plugs cant sort out
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel
Nice clean friendly staff ideal for travelling from Paddington station 3 min walk
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Iryna

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
For the price we paid it is a great choice for hotel. Excellent location. Just around the corner from the T. Breakfast was very nice. Staff was very attentive. I see others complaining about stairs. But common it is an old building. Very charming. Yes there is no elevator. But not a big deal for me. Rooms were tidied every day. We really enjoyed it. Although walls are a bit thin.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Richard

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Last minute but fine
It was a last minute booking. It was fine. Breakfast was good and a sensible price. Hotel is a little tired but adequate and friendly. I'll consider it in future.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Stewart

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
1 night is more than enough
Reception staff where very friendly, we arrived at our room after walking 3 flights of stairs (NO LIFT). The room was tired and very much in need of a revamp flooring all smashed up, holes. The bed was probably the most uncomfortable bed ive ever experienced, The bath room was basically a cupboard with a shower and toilet in it very very small no where to put your toiletries ect. We went out that evening and unfortunately i lost the room card key - we arrived back about 11.45pm to find the night watchman not having a clue how to get another card, he had to call another person and oh of course theres a £2 charge 🙂 (most hotels will give you one free.) The breakfast in the morning (continental) Was the saddest offer ive ever seen. The lady running the dining room was very plesent , the young lady cooking the waffles was the most miserable person ever. The best part of this trip was the hotel offered free (cant believe it was free) they look after your bags when you check out and you can collect later in the day. Location of hotle is fabulously close to Paddington. Would i stay here a again - no
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Shabir, Weston Super Mare

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It’s at a good location near Paddington station and almost good deal for the price. But my bagels were nibbled away by mice/rats on the fourth floor room which seemed to be quite surprising.

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good short stay.
The Shakespeare was ideal for my one night stay in London, being conveniently close to Paddington Station. The staff were helpful and the room was clean with comfortable bed and good shower.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024