COLUMBUS HOTEL, London

The Columbus Hotel sits on the south side of Sussex Gardens, a tree-lined avenue within 350 metres of London Paddington Station. Hyde Park, the West End, and Oxford Street are within walking distance. Paddington Station provides direct Heathrow Express train service to the airport.

Each room has satellite TV, a telephone, and tea and coffee making facilities. A desk is provided in every room, and the beds use high-quality orthopaedic mattresses. The tastefully converted building offers non-smoking rooms and family rooms, though there is no lift.

A complimentary continental breakfast is served each morning in the wooden-floored eating area. Breakfast includes breads, cereals, cheese, ham, croissants, yogurt, and fruit. Tea, coffee, and juice are also available.

Free WiFi is available throughout the hotel. Limited on-site parking is offered at an additional charge on a first-come, first-served basis with no reservations. Daily housekeeping and luggage storage are provided for guests.

The hotel uses key card access and has smoke alarms and fire extinguishers for safety. Invoice is provided for business travellers. The designated smoking area is separate from the non-smoking rooms and public spaces.

Location: 350 m from Paddington, walking distance to Hyde Park

Rooms: Orthopaedic mattresses and satellite TV

Dining: Complimentary continental breakfast in wooden-floored area

Amenities: Free WiFi and limited paid parking