Paddington Hotels
We've got 114 hotels available near Paddington on the 22 May 2012 for 1 nightThe cheapest hotel reservation starts at £90.00, Linden House Hotel
The closest hotel to Paddington is Cardiff Hotel for £180.00
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Another of London's busy transport hubs, Paddington train station takes care of arrivals from busy Heathrow Airport, while the large number of Paddington hotels makes it one of the best areas in London for accommodation.
Paddington Station
The station was constructed by Isambard Kingdom Brunel in 1854, and serves destinations to the west of the UK, including Reading, Swindon, Bristol, Plymouth, Bath, Slough and Cardiff. Brunel's vision makes Paddington one of the most eye-catching train stations in the city.
Heathrow and Back
The Heathrow Express rail service runs to and from Paddington every fifteen minutes. Single tickets start at £16.50 for adults and £8.20 for children. Journeys last fifteen minutes. Alternatively, the Heathrow Connect service makes the same journey in 25 minutes, but tickets are only £8.50 for adults.
Paddington Bear
The name Paddington is of course now synonymous with author Michael Bond's fictional bear, who was discovered at the train station by the Brown family following his journey from deepest, darkest Peru. Since Paddington's first adventure was published in 1958, the books have sold over 35 million copies and been translated into more than 40 languages, making him one of London's most popular and enduring fictional characters.
Other Paddington Places of Interest
As a location with travel as a primary use, there are few outright attractions within Paddington. However, museum lovers may well wish to note the Alexander Fleming Laboratory Museum, a fascinating look at the location of one of the most important medical discoveries in history, that of penicillin in 1928.
Hotels in Paddington
Paddington is one of the best places to look if you are after a cheap London hotel, with the highest concentration of affordable accommodation located in this area, particularly around Sussex Gardens. There are a whole host of options here, and some of the highlights include Royal Eagle Hotel, West Point Hotel, Gresham Hotel, Gower Hotel and Darlington Hyde Park. Of course, these all also enjoy excellent access to and from the train and tube stations.
Paddington Pubs & Bars
If you are looking for somewhere to sit down and have a drink while you wait for your train, then magnificently named inn The Mad Bishop and Bear is situated within the station itself, serving an excellent selection of British real ale and traditional pub food.
Also within the station is Searcys Champagne Bar, which serves exactly what its name suggests, and in a very classy way. You certainly won't be short of things to do if your train gets delayed. Outside the station and off into Paddington, the stylish Monkey Puzzle serves a wide range of ciders, wines, ales and bar meals.
Paddington Restaurants
For an evening meal, Satay House is one of the most popular Malaysian restaurants in London, while continuing the Oriental theme Pearl Liang is a fine Chinese restaurant and cocktail bar. If you prefer European fare, then go Italian at Cristini or, if you are feeling really adventurous, treat yourself to the fine French cuisine at iconic double Michelin-starred The Ledbury. For an excellent British option, try Hereford Road.
If it is just a snack you need, you should definitely seek out the fantastic Bagel Factory branch on Praed Street.
Paddington Shopping
There are of course better areas for shopping in London than Paddington, which hardly suffers from an embarrassment of riches in the retail therapy department. However, the first ever branch of clothes store High and Mighty opened here half a century ago, and is now the first port of call for the larger gent. Fashion fans may also wish to note House of Weardowney, where they will find luxurious woollen garments created by a former designer of John Galliano.
Paddington Parking
If you are bringing your car to London, you may be a little apprehensive about what to do with it once you arrive. Fortunately, there are plenty of NCP car parks right across Paddington, your best bets being London Edgware Road (postcode W2 2HN), Park West Garage (W2 2QZ) and Arthur Court (W2 5HL), all of which are open 24 hours and cost £6 for the first two hours.
The vast amount of very reasonably priced Paddington hotels are within easy reach of Hyde Park, Notting Hill and the West End, as well as a tube station that serves four lines, meaning you could not wish for a more convenient central London location.
Paddington Station
The station was constructed by Isambard Kingdom Brunel in 1854, and serves destinations to the west of the UK, including Reading, Swindon, Bristol, Plymouth, Bath, Slough and Cardiff. Brunel's vision makes Paddington one of the most eye-catching train stations in the city.
Heathrow and Back
The Heathrow Express rail service runs to and from Paddington every fifteen minutes. Single tickets start at £16.50 for adults and £8.20 for children. Journeys last fifteen minutes. Alternatively, the Heathrow Connect service makes the same journey in 25 minutes, but tickets are only £8.50 for adults.
Paddington Bear
The name Paddington is of course now synonymous with author Michael Bond's fictional bear, who was discovered at the train station by the Brown family following his journey from deepest, darkest Peru. Since Paddington's first adventure was published in 1958, the books have sold over 35 million copies and been translated into more than 40 languages, making him one of London's most popular and enduring fictional characters.
Other Paddington Places of Interest
As a location with travel as a primary use, there are few outright attractions within Paddington. However, museum lovers may well wish to note the Alexander Fleming Laboratory Museum, a fascinating look at the location of one of the most important medical discoveries in history, that of penicillin in 1928.
Hotels in Paddington
Paddington is one of the best places to look if you are after a cheap London hotel, with the highest concentration of affordable accommodation located in this area, particularly around Sussex Gardens. There are a whole host of options here, and some of the highlights include Royal Eagle Hotel, West Point Hotel, Gresham Hotel, Gower Hotel and Darlington Hyde Park. Of course, these all also enjoy excellent access to and from the train and tube stations.
Paddington Pubs & Bars
If you are looking for somewhere to sit down and have a drink while you wait for your train, then magnificently named inn The Mad Bishop and Bear is situated within the station itself, serving an excellent selection of British real ale and traditional pub food.
Also within the station is Searcys Champagne Bar, which serves exactly what its name suggests, and in a very classy way. You certainly won't be short of things to do if your train gets delayed. Outside the station and off into Paddington, the stylish Monkey Puzzle serves a wide range of ciders, wines, ales and bar meals.
Paddington Restaurants
For an evening meal, Satay House is one of the most popular Malaysian restaurants in London, while continuing the Oriental theme Pearl Liang is a fine Chinese restaurant and cocktail bar. If you prefer European fare, then go Italian at Cristini or, if you are feeling really adventurous, treat yourself to the fine French cuisine at iconic double Michelin-starred The Ledbury. For an excellent British option, try Hereford Road.
If it is just a snack you need, you should definitely seek out the fantastic Bagel Factory branch on Praed Street.
Paddington Shopping
There are of course better areas for shopping in London than Paddington, which hardly suffers from an embarrassment of riches in the retail therapy department. However, the first ever branch of clothes store High and Mighty opened here half a century ago, and is now the first port of call for the larger gent. Fashion fans may also wish to note House of Weardowney, where they will find luxurious woollen garments created by a former designer of John Galliano.
Paddington Parking
If you are bringing your car to London, you may be a little apprehensive about what to do with it once you arrive. Fortunately, there are plenty of NCP car parks right across Paddington, your best bets being London Edgware Road (postcode W2 2HN), Park West Garage (W2 2QZ) and Arthur Court (W2 5HL), all of which are open 24 hours and cost £6 for the first two hours.
The vast amount of very reasonably priced Paddington hotels are within easy reach of Hyde Park, Notting Hill and the West End, as well as a tube station that serves four lines, meaning you could not wish for a more convenient central London location.
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