Covent Garden and the Strand, London, United Kingdom | +442073794737
Convenient West End location right on The Strand
Common areas offer numerous spaces for relaxing
Modern rooms with flat-screen TVs and safes
Upper-category rooms have Nespresso machines and robes
Three restaurants, two bars, and a cafe, plus 24-hour room service
Fitness center with treadmills and free weights
Business center with computers, printers, and photocopying
Nine meeting rooms with space for up to 250 people
Free Wi-Fi throughout
Rooms are small
Opened in 1909, the Strand Palace is a historic Edwardian building housing a modern, upper-middle-range hotel. The 785 rooms are a little smaller than one might expect, but they're decorated with streamlined, Scandinavian-style furniture, and plush, comfy beds. Some upper-category rooms also have Nespresso machines and bathrobes. Property features include three restaurants, two bars, and a cafe. While some guests complain the property is overpriced, most agree that the West End location right on The Strand is ideal for visiting tourist sites and cultural attractions. Travelers may want to compare rates at Montague on the Gardens, which has more traditional decor and spacious rooms.
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Scene
Elegant Edwardian building with a mix of vintage and contemporary decor
The exterior of the Strand Palace embraces the Edwardian architecture of the early 20th century, which simplified the details of Victorian design yet maintained elements such as bold decorative molding and sloping gray shingled roofs. The hotel was redesigned in the 1920s with Art Deco decor, some of which still remains, including a flowery brass staircase that leads guests to rooms and a dramatically lit stairway. The lobby has a contemporary style. Its three restaurants, two bars, and cafe all have a slightly different style, but most riff on traditional upscale hotel decor. This property attracts a mix of business travelers and tourists.
Location
Prime location on The Strand near major attractions and transportation
The hotel is located on The Strand, one of the busiest streets in the city center, within a short walk of numerous popular attractions. Several West End theaters, such as the Lyceum and Royal Opera House, are within a 10-minute walk from the property. The famous Covent Garden open-air market is a five-minute walk from the hotel. The Convent Garden underground station is a six-minute walk from the hotel and Charing Cross is eight minutes away on foot. Larger attractions, such as Buckingham Palace, are about 15 to 20 minutes by tube or bus. The Tower of London is a 20-minute tube ride away. Getting to Gatwick Airport takes around an hour without traffic, while Heathrow is about 45 minutes away, traffic permitting.
Features
A restaurant and bar, plus a business center and on-site gym
By far the most impressive amenities of the hotel are its three restaurants, two bars, and a cafe. A buffet breakfast with pancakes is offered for a fee and receives mixed reviews. Room service is available 24 hours. Dining aside, there's a decent gym with treadmills, weight machines, and free weights. The business center has computers, printers, and a photocopier. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel.
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