The Westbourne Hyde Park  

In the green heart of central London, just steps from Hyde Park. A 4-minute walk to Kensington Gardens and about 5 minutes to Hyde Park. Marble Arch, Royal Albert Hall and Kensington High Street are all within easy walking distance.

Ninety-six air-conditioned rooms pair contemporary style with 21st-century tech and luxury touches. Rooms feature high-spec mini-kitchens or full kitchenettes with refrigerators, microwaves and stovetops; suites include separate living areas. Expect 40-inch flat-screen TVs, laptop-compatible safes, daily housekeeping and a modern, comfortable vibe.

Ground-floor W Lounge & Bar is the hotel's social hub — sofas, cocktail tables and a wide selection of wines, champagnes and spirits. Concierge, 24-hour front desk, complimentary wireless internet, laundry/dry-cleaning, lobby newspapers, tour desk and on-site wellness/doctor services. Elevator access for guests with reduced mobility and easy strolls to nearby parks for fresh-air mornings.

A 323 sq ft meeting/conference room for small events and professional gatherings. Rooms have desks and there is complimentary wireless internet throughout the property.

W Lounge & Bar on the ground floor serves drinks and light social plates amid comfortable seating. The hotel also has an on-site restaurant; concierge can point you to nearby Kensington restaurants and markets for more local options.