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Reviews of The Columbia 3 stars

95-99 Lancaster Gate, Westminster Borough, London, W2 3NS, United Kingdom

#760 of 1,085 hotels in London

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Review score

Based on 2033 hotel reviews

7.8

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.2

  • Comfort

    8.1

  • Location

    9.3

  • Facilities

    7.3

  • Staff

    9.0

  • Value for money

    7.8

  • Free WiFi

    7.7

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  • Reviewed: 18 May 2025

    8.0
    Charming historic hotel with good value for your money.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It would have been hot in summer. We traveled mid May.

    Beautiful rustic historic building close to Paddington Station (1.3km). Room for 4 was big with 4 really comfortable single beds and a living room area. Windows that opened were wonderful as otherwise it would’ve been hot. It’s not modern but full of charm which we liked. The bathroom was an older tub shower combo but pressure was good and it was very clean. It was quiet enough on the 3rd floor and we enjoyed our 4 night stay. The staff are also very service oriented and go out of their way to please you. I would stay again. It’s also right next to Hyde Park which was great for morning runs and walks. Good pubs nearby and tube stations/buses. We like walking so it was close to Notting Hill as well (20 min). Good value.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 16 May 2025

    9.0
    Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Columbia because of its location, staff and all it had to offer. Thankyou.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing at all. The only thing we’d change is the complimentary shower/shampoo gel which was in individual small bottles. Refillable ones would perhaps cut down on plastic use. That’s all.

    It’s location, it’s comfort, it’s cleanliness and the staff who were all so kind, friendly and helpful. It made staying in London such a pleasure.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 15 May 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    So close to the tube Hyde park

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 13 May 2025

    8.0
    Good value.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It’s basic but clean and good value for money.

    Great location.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 12 May 2025

    8.0
    Great location near the park and convenient for Paddington
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Music was quite loud in our room from the event being held downstairs. Room was basic but ok.

    Great location; nice bar downstairs. Room had a bath.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 8 May 2025

    8.0
    Enjoyable
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    My last room 319, had an adjoining door closed off, with guests in 318, sounding like they were in my room when they coughed or spoke. Maybe the door needs to be sealed, or built in. My initial room 404 was very small and hot, but clean and only slept in.

    The lovely staff, relaxing dining and lounge areas were fantastic. The other amazing feature is the location. The rooms were very clean. Would recommend to friends.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 8 May 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The continental breakfast was very good and enabled us to head out for the day. The location was near Lancaster Gate tube and Hyde Park. The lounge atea was very comfortable when we came back from our day out. Very impressed with the cleanliness

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 8 May 2025

    8.0
    Excellent stay, super nice staff, great location, luggage storage room
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room was a bit small.

    The bed was super comfortable

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 7 May 2025

    8.0
    A lovely stay could have been even better with a bit more choice
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    A better choice of teas and coffees in the room - i.e no decaf and not enough milk. Some eggs for breakfast would have been nice.

    A lovely room good size comfortable beds. Quiet. Excellent location next to Hyde Park just 15 mins walk to the Albert Hall and another 10 mins to Museums

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 7 May 2025

    8.0
    Comfortable stay and pleasant staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Small Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location is ok and near good eating facilities if needed.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 2 May 2025

    9.0
    I will stay again for business and leisure
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location, opposite Hyde Park and in a nice area with restaurants and pubs in close walking distance Clean and comfy rooms Excellent breakfast Friendly staff

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 2 May 2025

    7.0
    Good location, a little run down
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Our rooms had very squeaky floors. So it was hard to stay quiet. The whole floor seemed that way. If you like a little more character this is a great place.

    This was a great location with easy access to buses, the tube, and taxi’s. We had a very easy time exploring the city. The staff was very friendly and helpful.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 30 April 2025

    9.0
    Very good and very comfortable
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The floor was squeaky

    Most everything

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 30 April 2025

    9.0
    Excellent location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Poor water supply in shower

    Excellent location close to tube station & city centre. All staff very nice

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 29 April 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    the size of the room was fantastic, friendliness of staff and excellent location (close to Paddington but on central line)

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 27 April 2025

    8.0
    Great location and value for money.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Plenty of places to eat nearby and easy access into London shopping.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 26 April 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Breakfast a bit boring

    Clean

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 24 April 2025

    9.0
    Overall a good value for its location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Small Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I know they are necessary, but the spring loaded fire doors in the hallways were a pain with moving luggage.

    Location Clean

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 24 April 2025

    9.0
    I would like to thanks the hotel staff, they make my trip amazing,
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The breakfast very limited

    Location and the staff

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 April 2025

    9.0
    Lovely stay in London. Lovely hotel with very helpful and friendly staff in a great location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing at the hotel could have been better

    We did not have breakfast as wanted to explore the area

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 18 April 2025

    8.0
    Excellent- Thank you!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Excellent location, so close to Paddington station & tubes. Added bonus of Kensington Gardens being just around the corner & good restaurants for evening meal. The rooms were larger than expected, bed super comfy & very quiet. Will definitely book again 😊

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 18 April 2025

    9.0
    Well worth the effort to stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Room very hot on arrival. We did have a fan to use after verifying heat was really turned off. Toilet seat broke on 3rd day but they fixed it. Fan, window open and drapes closed during the day kept room comfortable to sleep. Towels, extra needed to be obtained, as I have long hair. Good water pressure and quick hot water in shower. Has separate vanity for make up. Great bedding! Not a lot of outlets and bring adapters. Breakfast at £10.00 each/day was perfect. I would use it again, but others who don’t appreciate the old charm would opt for newer/updated facilities. Staff helpful! Dry cleaners and laundry around corner. Family run restaurants right around corner excellent Italian, breakfasts and pubs. Kensington gardens across street from tube stop- Lancaster Gate which is 5 minutes walk to hotel. Extremely convenient-11 minute walk to Paddington station to catch express to Heathrow airport. All in all great neighborhood.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 13 April 2025

    8.0
    Great location
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Small Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very nice hotel. The location was perfect. Just 3mins walk to Lancaster gate central line and the Hyde Park in the front of the hotel ! The staff was very nice. The only problem was the bed size. The double bed should be 180cm or at least 140cm. It was just too small for 2 persons. Otherwise i highly recommend the hotel. WE will be back soon and ask for 2 single beds next time

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 April 2025

    7.0
    Good for a one-night stay. Great location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The floor in room 303 is very squeaky.

    Very friendly reception staff

    Stayed in April 2025

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