Hotels in London Paddington station
Paddington is several stations in one, and the side you sleep on decides your first and last minutes in London. Great Western Railway trains to the West Country and South Wales, the Heathrow Express and the Elizabeth line leave from here, while the single Paddington on the Tube map hides two Underground stations: Bakerloo, Circle and District on the Praed Street side, Circle and Hammersmith & City on the north side, linked across the main-line concourse. For a dawn departure I would sleep on Eastbourne Terrace or London Street. Premier Inn and hub by Premier Inn share one building at 40 Eastbourne Terrace, about two minutes on foot from the main station. The Pilgrm and Hotel Indigo are on London Street, facing the Praed Street entrance, and Norfolk Towers is just off Praed Street on Norfolk Place. Roseate House and Park Grand Hyde Park stand one street west, on Westbourne Terrace. Norfolk Square and Sussex Gardens, further south, are lined with hotels in converted Victorian townhouses. Mitre House, at 178-186 Sussex Gardens, is listed about three minutes from the main station and five from Lancaster Gate Underground, which puts the Central line and Hyde Park within the same short walk. Native Hyde Park, on the same road, has apartments with full kitchens. Network Rail lists the left-luggage desk (Excess Baggage Company) 07:00 to 23:00 Monday to Friday and gives no weekend hours; check with the operator before a weekend arrival.
Hotels near London Paddington station start one to two minutes from the Praed Street entrance, where The Pilgrm faces the station on London Street next to Hotel Indigo, and about two minutes from the Eastbourne Terrace side, where Premier Inn and hub by Premier Inn share number 40. Westbourne Terrace, one street further west, is listed at about three minutes, and the townhouse hotels of Sussex Gardens at three to five. This page lists 22 of them; I choose by train and luggage, the closest streets for the Heathrow Express or a first GWR departure, Sussex Gardens when Hyde Park matters more.
London Paddington station in numbers
4.4Guest scoreParkingGrand Concerto Hotel
Four-star comfort near Paddington with a restaurant and parking
View hotel →Why guests love itGrand Concerto Hotel suits families who want Hyde Park within a short walk for playgrounds and space to run, with Paddington Station close by for trains and the Heathrow Express. The on-site restaurant covers dinner after a long day, rooms are air-conditioned, and accessible facilities help with a pushchair or reduced mobility. Parking costs extra for families arriving by car. There is no pool. Guests rate this 4-star hotel 8.8 out of 10.
4.4Guest scoreFamilyhub by Premier Inn London Paddington hotel
Modern, family-friendly hotel with a restaurant near Paddington Station
View hotel →Why guests love ithub by Premier Inn London Paddington is a modern, smoke-free base close to Paddington Station, handy for families arriving by train or heading to Heathrow on the Heathrow Express. The on-site restaurant means a simple dinner without another outing, and free Wi-Fi keeps everyone connected. I would choose it for short family stopovers where location and a fresh, functional room matter more than space, backed by an 8.8 rating across 236 reviews.
4.3Guest scoreParkingRoseate House London
Classical rooms and an elegant restaurant near Hyde Park
View hotel →Why guests love itRoseate House London is a 5-star near Paddington Station, handy for families arriving on the Heathrow Express. Rooms and suites are classical in style, and a suite gives children more space. The elegant restaurant serves local fare, room service helps on tired evenings, and there is a bar for parents. Pets are welcome. The setting is formal and old-world, which suits calm children better than very young ones. A score of 8.6 from 612 reviews reflects a polished stay.
4.2Guest scoreFamilyPremier Inn London Paddington (Paddington Station) hotel
Family-friendly comfort near Paddington Station with dining options
View hotel →Why guests love itPremier Inn London Paddington is a practical pick for families arriving by train or flying out of Heathrow, since Paddington Station is a short walk and the Heathrow Express leaves from there. The on-site restaurant and room service mean tired children can eat without another outing, and the whole building is smoke-free. Kensington Palace is close enough for a first afternoon. I would choose it for function over charm, backed by an 8.4 rating.
4.2Guest scoreParkingAthena Hotel
Simple rooms, family-friendly, with restaurant and parking near Paddington
View hotel →Why guests love itAthena Hotel is a simple, family-friendly base near Paddington Station: every room has an en suite bathroom, the on-site restaurant saves an evening search, and Wi-Fi is free. Paid parking helps if you arrive by car. Paddington's Heathrow Express makes airport days easier with children and luggage. I would choose it for families who want a practical, well-rated stay, an 8.4 across 751 reviews, rather than extra facilities.
4.2Guest scoreNear the stationBob W London Paddington
Modern aparthotel steps from Paddington Station with free Wi-Fi
View hotel →Why guests love itBob W London Paddington suits families who prefer an aparthotel to a standard room, with more independence after a day in London. Paddington Station is an 8-minute walk away, with the Heathrow Express for arrivals and the Elizabeth line across the city. Wi-Fi is free and the property is smoke-free. There is no breakfast on site, so I would plan on nearby cafés; an 8.4 score from 229 guests backs the formula.
4.1Guest scoreLate arrival / 24hHotel Indigo London - Paddington by IHG
Modern 4-star hotel with a restaurant, bar, and 24/7 fitness room
View hotel →Why guests love itHotel Indigo London Paddington works for families who arrive late or catch early trains, since it has easy access to Paddington Station and caters to late arrivals. The restaurant and bar mean a meal is always close by after a long journey, and Hyde Park is within reach for a run-around with children. Rooms are chic and modern rather than family suites, so I would recommend it to smaller families who mostly need a comfortable, well-connected room in London.
4.1Guest scoreParkingMercure London Hyde Park Hotel
Chic Victorian townhouse hotel with garden views and a fitness centre
View hotel →Why guests love itMercure London Hyde Park Hotel is a four-star hotel in an upmarket Victorian townhouse, and I find it a good fit for families and business travellers. Some rooms look onto a garden square. There is a restaurant, a bar, a fitness centre and a business centre, and parking is available. Guests rate it 8.2 across 1,205 reviews. The parking may be an extra cost.
4.1Guest scorePet friendlyNative Hyde Park
Contemporary apartment hotel with full kitchens near Hyde Park
View hotel →Why guests love itNative Hyde Park gives families more room than a standard London hotel: each contemporary unit has a full kitchen, so breakfasts and early dinners can happen at home. Hyde Park is a short walk away for playgrounds and open space, and Paddington Station makes arrivals from Heathrow simpler. The property is family-oriented and accepts pets. There is no restaurant on site, so plan meals around the kitchen. Guests rate it 8.2 out of 10.
4.1Guest scorePet friendlyThe Pilgrm Hotel Paddington
Relaxed rooms in a stylish Victorian property with a cafe and hip bar
View hotel →Why guests love itThe Pilgrm Hotel Paddington is a four-star hotel in a stylish Victorian-era property near Paddington Station, and I find it a relaxed choice for families and for guests with pets. Rooms are easygoing, and there is a cosy cafe, a hip lounge bar and a restaurant. Families are welcome. Guests rate it 8.2 across 1,273 reviews. The style is informal, so it suits those who like character.
3.9Guest scoreNear the stationThe Rove Hotel London
Modern comfort steps from Paddington Station with essential amenities
View hotel →Why guests love itThe Rove Hotel London earns a place for families mainly through location: Paddington Station is a short walk away, so the Heathrow Express or a train to the west of England starts without a taxi. Rooms are air-conditioned, Wi-Fi is free, and the property is smoke-free and accessible, which helps with a pushchair. The listing names no restaurant or family facilities, and a 7.8 score from 203 guests points to a dependable rather than outstanding four-star.
3.9Guest scoreParkingMitre House Hotel
Classic hotel with free parking, breakfast, and a family-friendly atmosphere
View hotel →Why guests love itMitre House Hotel makes a sensible family base near Paddington. Breakfast is included, the property is kid-friendly and smoke-free, and Hyde Park is a short walk away for space to run around before or after a train. Free parking is a real advantage in central London if you are driving in with children. The rooms and suites are unfussy rather than stylish, and a score of 7.8 from 621 reviews points to a solid, not exceptional, stay.
3.8Guest scoreFamilyNorfolk Towers Paddington
Victorian charm with modern comforts near Paddington Station
View hotel →Why guests love itNorfolk Towers Paddington is a four-star hotel in a Victorian building, and I find it a practical choice for families who want modern rooms close to the station. Rooms have air conditioning and free WiFi, and there is a polished bar and a restaurant on site. The hotel is kid-friendly and a short walk from Paddington Station. Guests rate it 7.6 across 1,197 reviews, so expect a good base and not a top-scoring stay.
3.6Guest scoreFamilyPark Grand Paddington Court
Contemporary comfort with a restaurant, bar, and fitness center near Paddington
View hotel →Why guests love itPark Grand Paddington Court is a polished four-star hotel near Paddington Station with contemporary rooms, and I find it practical for families. There is an airy restaurant, a bar, a fitness centre and a full-service laundry, and the hotel is accessible and kid-friendly. English breakfast and WiFi are included. Guests rate it 7.2 across 1,982 reviews, a modest score, so I would treat it as a functional base.
3.6Guest scoreRestaurantThe Voyage Hotel Paddington, Sonder
A three-star hotel near Paddington with a restaurant
View hotel →Why guests love itThe Voyage Hotel Paddington puts families a short walk from Paddington Station, where the Heathrow Express makes the airport run with children simpler, and from Hyde Park for playgrounds and open space. The restaurant on site covers meals after a long travel day, and rooms are air-conditioned for warm London nights. Free Wi-Fi helps with planning. There is no pool or play area. Guests rate this 3-star hotel 7.2 out of 10.
3.6Guest scoreFamilyQueensway Hotel (Sure Collection by Best Western)
Victorian-style hotel near Paddington, with family-friendly rooms and breakfast
View hotel →Why guests love itQueensway Hotel is a simple, kid-friendly option a short walk from Paddington Station and Hyde Park, which gives children open space for a run before or after a train. Rooms are plainly furnished but air-conditioned and smoke-free, and breakfast is available for an easy start. An Indian restaurant nearby covers a casual dinner. I would book it for budget-minded families focused on location, keeping in mind a 7.2 rating that signals a basic stay.
3.6Guest scoreFamilyDolphin Hotel
Budget-friendly stay in historic townhouses near Paddington Station
View hotel →Why guests love itDolphin Hotel is a budget-minded family option set in 19th-century townhouses a short walk from Paddington Station, handy for trains and for a quick hop to Hyde Park where children can burn off energy. Rooms are simple but keep some original period features, the restaurant saves an evening search, and Wi-Fi is free. I would book it for families who prioritise location and value, keeping in mind a 7.2 rating that points to a basic stay.
3.6Guest scoreHistoric & grandPark Grand London Hotels
Sleek rooms, classic dining, and a fitness center near Paddington
View hotel →Why guests love itPark Grand London Hotels is a modern hotel near Paddington Station, handy for families arriving on the Heathrow Express or trains from the west. Complimentary breakfast gets the day started without a search for food, and the restaurant and bar keep evenings simple. Kensington Palace is a short public transport ride away for a family outing. Wi-Fi is free and adults can use the fitness centre. With a guest score of 7.2 from 1,014 reviews, I would book it for a practical, well-connected stay.
3.5Guest scoreHistoric & grandPark Grand Hyde Park
Classic hotel with bright rooms, free breakfast, and a bar near Paddington
View hotel →Why guests love itPark Grand Hyde Park is a classic four-star hotel near Paddington Station with bright rooms and flat-screen TVs, and I see it as a simple choice for families who want breakfast included. There is a restaurant and a bar, and a hot breakfast and WiFi are free. Guests rate it 7.0 across 1,172 reviews, a modest score, so I would book it for convenience rather than polish.
3.5Guest scoreFamilyBelvedere Hotel
Traditional townhouse hotel with free breakfast near Paddington
View hotel →Why guests love itBelvedere Hotel is a traditional, budget-friendly townhouse hotel for families who want easy access to Paddington Station. A complimentary English breakfast sets everyone up for the day, and the restaurant on site saves searching for a meal with tired children. The hotel is described as kid-friendly, and the rooms are comfortable rather than modern. With a 7.0 rating from more than 680 reviews, I would book it as a simple, good-value base for a short London stay rather than for its facilities.
3.5Guest scoreParkingWestpoint Hotel London Paddington
Victorian charm with family-friendly rooms and a convenient location
View hotel →Why guests love itWestpoint Hotel London Paddington is a practical Victorian hotel for families arriving at Paddington Station. Suites are available alongside standard rooms, which gives larger families more space, and the breakfast buffet takes care of mornings. The bar and restaurant cover dinner, parking is available for families travelling by car and an airport shuttle simplifies arrivals with luggage. The rooms are unpretentious, so with a 7.0 rating I would book it as a convenient, family-sized base rather than for its style.
3.5Guest scoreRestaurantPutera Puteri Residence
Comfortable residence with a restaurant and bar near Paddington Station
View hotel →Why guests love itI would consider Putera Puteri Residence for a traveller who wants to be a short walk from Paddington Station, with an on-site restaurant and bar. The listing stresses easy public transport for exploring London and for reaching Heathrow Airport, which suits a trip built around the station. A guest score of 7.0 from about 73 reviews is modest, and the listing gives few details on rooms or family set-ups, so I would check recent reviews first.
What to expect
- The Heathrow Express runs non-stop to Heathrow, and the Elizabeth line serves Heathrow, Reading, Abbey Wood and Shenfield.
- GWR long-distance trains leave for the West of England and South Wales, and the Night Riviera sleeper to Cornwall runs Sunday to Friday nights.
- Network Rail rates the station step-free category B1, with four lifts including platforms 1 and 12.
- The staffed taxi drop-off point is on the Taxi Deck above platform 12, open 07:00 to 23:00 daily.
Local tips
- ✓Premier Inn London Paddington (Paddington Station) and hub by Premier Inn, the brand's compact-room format, share 40 Eastbourne Terrace beside the platforms, about two minutes on foot; the Premier Inn name is used by more than one London hotel, so check that your booking says 40 Eastbourne Terrace.
- ✓Taxi pick-up is at the rank off Bishops Bridge Road. Passenger Assistance at the station is booked in advance on 0800 197 1329.
- ✓Coming in on the Hammersmith & City line, you arrive on the north side of the station; on the Bakerloo or District, you surface on the Praed Street side. Pick the line that lands on your hotel's side and you avoid crossing the whole concourse with cases.
- ✓Driving in? 6 of the 22 hotels list parking: Athena, Westpoint, Mitre House and Grand Concerto on Sussex Gardens, Mercure London Hyde Park on Talbot Square and Roseate House on Westbourne Terrace. The Eastbourne Terrace Premier Inn has none.
FAQ
Which hotels are closest to Paddington station?
Premier Inn London Paddington (Paddington Station) and hub by Premier Inn share 40 Eastbourne Terrace, alongside the platforms. The Pilgrm and Hotel Indigo London Paddington face the station on London Street, Norfolk Towers is on Norfolk Place just off Praed Street, and Roseate House and Park Grand Hyde Park are one street west on Westbourne Terrace. For a first train or the Heathrow Express, I would book in this group.
What are the hotels on Sussex Gardens and Norfolk Square like?
They occupy converted Victorian townhouses south of Praed Street. On Sussex Gardens: Athena, Queensway Hotel, Grand Concerto, Westpoint, Mitre House, Putera Puteri Residence and Native Hyde Park; on Norfolk Square: The Rove, The Voyage, Dolphin and Belvedere; Mercure London Hyde Park is on Talbot Square, just off Sussex Gardens. They suit a longer stay near Hyde Park more than a 6 am train with heavy cases.
Are there aparthotels near Paddington station?
Yes, two on this page. Native Hyde Park, at 206-214 Sussex Gardens, has apartments with full kitchens, useful for a week in London. Bob W London Paddington is at 14 Devonshire Terrace, towards Kensington Gardens. Both are a longer walk than the hotels on Eastbourne Terrace or London Street, so I would pick them for a stay, not for a stopover between two trains.
Which Park Grand hotel is near Paddington?
Park Grand Paddington Court is at 27 Devonshire Terrace and Park Grand Hyde Park at 78-82 Westbourne Terrace, listed about three minutes from the station. The group's third listing on this page, Park Grand London Hotels, gives no street address, so check which of the two your confirmation names before planning the walk from the platform.
How do I get from Paddington to Heathrow?
Two services leave from Paddington: the Heathrow Express, non-stop to the Heathrow terminals, and the Elizabeth line, which also reaches Heathrow with intermediate stops. A hotel on Eastbourne Terrace or London Street spares you the walk with bags before a first departure; for a flight at dawn, check the first train against your check-in time, since an airport hotel can still be simpler.
Is Paddington station step-free?
Network Rail rates Paddington step-free category B1 and lists four lifts, including ones at platform 1 and platform 12 and a lift linking the Grand Union Canal side to the taxi rank and Underground. Ramps are available for boarding, and Passenger Assistance is booked in advance on 0800 197 1329.