Title: The Downs Babbacombe - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Downs Babbacombe A peaceful coastal retreat with a sunny terrace for relaxation and a restaurant serving delicious meals near Babbacombe's seaside attractions ## Photo gallery for The Downs Babbacombe ![Terrace/patio - The Downs Babbacombe (Torquay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2250000/2244600/2244516/04577fe9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Breakfast and dinner served, British cuisine - The Downs Babbacombe (Torquay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2250000/2244600/2244516/bc600235.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property - The Downs Babbacombe (Torquay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2250000/2244600/2244516/79e8b8ac.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Street view - The Downs Babbacombe (Torquay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2250000/2244600/2244516/364cccf7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Double Room, Balcony, Sea View (Compact Double, 1st Floor) - The Downs Babbacombe (Torquay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2250000/2244600/2244516/1f09eb8e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Downs Babbacombe, steps from Babbacombe Beach, offers a peaceful getaway. Enjoy breakfast and dinner at the on-site restaurant or relax on the sunny terrace. Grab coffee at the café before exploring Bygones Victorian Museum and Babbacombe Model Village and Gardens. ## Reviews 8.6 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Pet friendly - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Parking available - Bar - Room service ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan. 5 - Jan. 6](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-05&endDate=2026-01-06&selected=2244516&PinnedHotelID=2244516&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-05&endDate=2026-01-06&selected=2244516&PinnedHotelID=2244516&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan. 6 - Jan. 7](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-06&endDate=2026-01-07&selected=2244516&PinnedHotelID=2244516&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-06&endDate=2026-01-07&selected=2244516&PinnedHotelID=2244516&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan. 9 - Jan. 11](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-09&endDate=2026-01-11&selected=2244516&PinnedHotelID=2244516&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-09&endDate=2026-01-11&selected=2244516&PinnedHotelID=2244516&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan. 16 - 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FTorquay-Hotels-The-Downs-Babbacombe.h2244516.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FTorquay-Hotels-The-Downs-Babbacombe.h2244516.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C50.47929%2C-3.51388&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=srbhX4XpOXEHU7eB50zO2AaaDVs=) Seafront, 41 - 43 Babbacombe Downs Road, Torquay, England, TQ1 3LN #### What's nearby - Cary Gardens \- 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - Babbacombe Beach \- 5 min walk \- 0.4 km - Babbacombe Model Village and Gardens \- 8 min walk \- 0.7 km - Torquay United FC \- 9 min walk \- 0.8 km - Princess Theatre \- 3 min drive \- 2.4 km #### Getting around - Torre Station - 10 min drive - Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 30 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Babbacombe Inn - ‬1 min walk - ‪Himalya - ‬3 min walk - ‪Driftwood Café - ‬11 min walk - ‪Pizza Hut - ‬13 min walk - ‪Hanbury's Takeaway - ‬2 min walk ## About this property ### The Downs Babbacombe Upscale bed & breakfast near Babbacombe Beach Located close to Bygones Victorian Museum and Babbacombe Model Village and Gardens, The Downs Babbacombe provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a bar. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast and dinner. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Self parking (surcharge), tour/ticket assistance, and smoke-free premises - Luggage storage and concierge services Room features All guestrooms at The Downs Babbacombe feature comforts such as premium bedding, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. More conveniences in all rooms include: - Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles - Shared bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers - 28-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels - Wardrobes/closets, heating, and daily housekeeping ## Similar properties ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27820000/27812300/27812223/405f06f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Babbacombe Hotel Babbacombe - Breakfast included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Parking available 8.4 Very good 109 reviews CA $108 CA $129 total includes taxes & fees Jan 9 - Jan 10 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-09&endDate=2026-01-10&selected=27812223&PinnedHotelID=27812223&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Deluxe Cottage](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102050000/102046200/102046157/10af51ab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Rooms At Babbacombe Babbacombe - Pet friendly - Free WiFi - Breakfast available 10 Exceptional 3 reviews CA $117 CA $140 total includes taxes & fees Jan 11 - 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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free offsite parking - Self parking on site (GBP 10 per day) - Limited onsite self parking ### Food and drink - A bar/lounge - A coffee shop/cafe - A restaurant ### Family friendly - Children's games ### Conveniences - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Concierge services - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - Terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No elevator - Stair-free path to entrance - Well-lit path to entrance ### More - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Premium bedding ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Shared bathroom - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 28-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Electric kettle - Limited room service - Tea bags/instant coffee ### More - Desk - Heating - Iron/ironing board on request ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM ### Special check-in instructions There is no front desk at this property The host will greet guests on arrival If you are planning to arrive after 9:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Host will greet you ### Pets Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10.00 per pet, per night Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Pets cannot be left unattended Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation Food and water bowls are available ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Deposit: GBP 150.0 per stay We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Self parking fee: GBP 10 per day - Pet fee: GBP 10.00 per pet, per night - Service animals are exempt from fees The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted Cashless transactions are available This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property Guests who may encounter issues with stairs should contact this property in advance. Elevators are NOT available. ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### Property is also known as Downs Babbacombe B&B Downs Babbacombe The Downs Babbacombe Torquay The Downs Babbacombe Bed & breakfast The Downs Babbacombe Bed & breakfast Torquay ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Downs Babbacombe pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at The Downs Babbacombe? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at The Downs Babbacombe? ### What time is check-out at The Downs Babbacombe? ### Where is The Downs Babbacombe located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## The Downs Babbacombe Reviews 8.6 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ### 9.2 Staff & service ### 8.4 Eco-friendliness ### 8.2 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 20 8 - Good 12 6 - Okay 5 4 - Poor 2 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peter Dec 12, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities We arrived late after a mechanical issue with our car. We called ahead to advise Ed that we would be late. He fully understood and when we did arrive was greeted with a smile. Breakfast was very good, room very comfortable. ##### Peter Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Geoffrey Jul 21, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service #### Fantastic breakfast! Lovely position with great views over the bay, room was small but had everything we needed, breakfast was fantastic! ##### Geoffrey Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Barbara Nov 7, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### A perfect place to stay. Perfect place to stay in our first visit to Babbacome. It’s a friendly lovely place we can’t recommend it enough. Friendly helpful staff and owners. Breakfast fabulous. We would definitely stay there again. ##### Barbara Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julian May 22, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great small hotel with outstanding views. From the moment I arrived I was made to feel very welcome, my room had superb views of the bay. Breakfast and evening meals were very good. ##### Julian Stayed 2 nights in May 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peter Apr 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Downs babbacombe The hotel is good with a queen size bed and overlooks the seafront. However it is a lot more exxpensive than the hotel next door. We didnt have a breakfast as they only serve until 9.15am ##### Peter Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 4/10 Poor #### Lorraine Aug 28, 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities When we arrived there was no staff to check us in we had to wait until someone turned up me and my husband both have bad backs and we had to climb 2 flights of stairs we won’t be going back there ##### Lorraine Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Michelle Sep 12, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service #### Hotel review Great location near to the beach, shops bars and restaurants. Regular buses into local areas. Extremely helpful staff who were happy to help with anything. We didn’t eat at the hotel but breakfast and evening meals were available with a well stocked bar. The steps to the room were steep but we were informed about them before we arrived and were happy with our choice. Room dated and very small but had a beautiful view and all the usual commodities. Clean and tidy. Unfortunately, the mattress was uncomfortable which meant we didn’t sleep well. ##### Michelle Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Sep 23, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very warm welcome, super breakfast, comfy bed and beautiful view ##### Verified traveller Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Sep 17, 2019 Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Only here for one night but everything was perfect, stunning views of the English Riviera ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller Sep 10, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities I think the word is consistency. Somethings are really good others not so good. If they were to spend money on the not so good the Downs would be Excellent. It was very cluttered. My husband is blind and for a person with no sight it was an assault cause. Stair lift on the stairs. Running machine in the back entrance tables and chairs in every corridor. The bed was 2 3ft beds pushed together which isn’t exactly what was promised we were told a large bed. The sink in our bathroom wasn’t fit for purpose. Too small to wash in more water on the floor than the sink. My husband really enjoyed his Omelette he had for breakfast, but the bacon was smoked and my boiled egg was watery and undercooked. Neither to my taste the bread used for toast was thin tasteless and clearly cheap bread. Personally it needs to be de cluttered, the bacon should be unsmoked as used in every single other hotel I have ever stayed in and offer a good selection of toast for breakfast white bloomer, seeded, granary. All of which aren’t expensive and would leave a much better customer experience in my opinion. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul, Old Harlow Essex Jul 29, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Beautiful room with balcony overlooking Babbacombe Bay. Breakfast to die for and varied selection and very friendly staff. Very dog friendly and amenable. Ed the owner (also) Chef very pleasant. We will have a return visit. Paul & Pat Bidgood. ##### Paul Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elliott Jul 26, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great Very Clean and friendly. Lovely views. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/FD33167E0580F0A4AEBF961DEFE62AE5C5C1DB8C1564133333809.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/AF61F03D4B7F72B47752B0F5C2DFC58B0837FC121564133340167.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/829A8B94871A14AF58F26B36268512AA165CE8981564133340557.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Elliott Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019 ### 4/10 Poor #### Gordon Jul 21, 2019 Disliked: Room comfort #### Guest house very tired really needs updating Good points, view, comfortable bed, berries at breakfast, refurbished bathroom with nice toiletry products, easy free parking in local roads. The bad, was told it was a 6' bed it was 5', the room described as compact (we had a phone call before to tell us) it was tiny and no where to sit inside. Breakfast served only between 8.30 and 9.15, we got down at about 8.40 first day and got served at about 9, the second day we were down at 8.35 and got served at 9.10, the lady serving was run off her feet and did apologise for the wait due to a full house. We could hear every sound from adjoining room, which meant they could probably also hear us.The place is very tired, our room (11) really does need a good decoration and was overpriced for what we paid. We were disappointed with the general condition of the hotel I know the hotel has numerous accolades but the above views are honestly held. ##### Gordon Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Dave Jul 19, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Happy Nice little place. Good breakfast comfy bed and great views ##### Dave Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Wendy Jun 28, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Great weekend break. Excellent position on the sea front. Very welcoming and friendly staff. Made our dog very welcome. ##### Wendy Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John Jun 20, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Home away from home Really homely feel to the place and extremely welcoming. The shower didn’t have much power but that would just need a new head or setting change. Overall it was a very pleasant stay ##### John Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dennis Jun 7, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Only stayed one night - But had no problems from checking into checking out - Meals were well priced - Used the Council Car park at rear of hotel would recommend £8 for twenty four hours - Very Good location to get to Torquay Paignton and Brixham ##### Dennis Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller May 31, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Disliked: Property conditions & facilities We stayed at this property for two nights and I have to say that the view from our bedroom window was beautiful. The staff were very helpful and the breakfast was excellent. However I would be doing a disservice to both the owners of the property and the guests of the future if I did not state a very important fact. We were in room 4 and this was located on the first floor sandwiched between the ground floor and the second floor. As we had a long drive tiredness had taken over and we were into bed at around 1030 pm. which was when the creaking from the ceiling started. I believe the people upstairs had just begun the night and there was non stop squeaking and creaking as they walked in and about their bedroom. This was not necessarily their fault but this went on and on as I tried to sleep in vain. It got so annoying that I wished I could run downstairs and ask to be given a different room but it was too late for that as most b&bs do not have a 24 hour reception, but there was I tossing in my bed till 230am in the morning. At 3am Out of desperation I turned on the extractor fan in the bathroom to drown the noise and finally got a little sleep. I would not be running back to the hotel although it has a lot of good things as sleep is probably the most important of them and if a hotel can deny you that, then I would reconsider where I would be staying. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in May 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Apr 23, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Excellent location, great staff, wonderful breakfast , super overall ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Apr 15, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### A comfortable stay in Babbacombe We had a one night stay whilst visiting Babbacombe Theatre (only 100yards away) so very convenient. Like the Theatre, the hotel is right on the sea front and has fantastic views of the coast. We had a double room at the back of the hotel so no views but it was functional which was all we needed (and also good value for money). Breakfast was included with plenty of choice on the menu. Friendly and welcoming staff. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019 ### 6/10 Okay #### Alison Mar 24, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort #### Great location but in need of updating. This hotel is in need of updating to keep up with today’s market. It was exceptionally clean & our room was nicely laid out with everything in it you could wish for but the public areas let it down. In the dining room at one end was a pile of cushions for the outdoor furniture and at the other end there was a shower curtain screening off an area and in front of that was a piano being used as a storage unit laden with stuff including Christmas decorations. The public loo area for the bar and restaurant was filled with junk and exercise machines and broken chairs etc. In our room we had two very strong air fresheners, one in the loo and one in the room itself and they were overpowering, in the middle of the night we hade to put them outside our room as they were giving us a headache and getting back our throats. Breakfast was very good, apart from the juice which tasted cheap and powdery. I was a bit disappointed with the service too as we were greeted nicely on check in and both mornings at breakfast but on leaving the hotel the owners didn’t bother to come and take our key or check if our stay had been ok instead I just had to hand the key to the waitress. When the owner phoned me prior to our stay I had mentioned that we were there visiting family and we didn’t require dinner etc and I almost feel as though we were less important as we wouldn’t be spending any further money there. It’s a shame as it’s in a great location and could be wonderful but it needs some tlc.. ##### Alison Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Denis Mar 20, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great location Great location, dog friendly and fantastic breakfast ##### Denis Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Feb 15, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities I liked excellent location, friendly staff and clean room. Being the winter season the place was a bit dead. The walls were thin and I could hear the guest next door snoring! Also rather unusual arrangement with shower; as en suite not big enough, the shower cubicle was situated in the room, immediately inside the door from the corridor. Strange, but it worked! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul Jan 22, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Small hotel with good view of bay. Very good breakfast. Room small but nice. Wanted to have dinner but unfortunately chef was on holiday. ##### Paul Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kath Sep 28, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Friendly quiet hotel Lovely quiet hotel with very helpful, obliging staff. Room was clean and comfortable - the only downside was the water pressure to the shower was very low (possibly because we were on the second floor), making showering a slow process. Breakfast good. WiFi worked well. ##### Kath Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [The Royal Horseguards, London](https://www.expedia.ca/London-Hotels-The-Royal-Horseguards.h25926.Hotel-Information) > > [Copthorne Tara Hotel London Kensington](https://www.expedia.ca/London-Hotels-Copthorne-Tara-Hotel-London-Kensington.h26145.Hotel-Information) > > [The Ritz London](https://www.expedia.ca/London-Hotels-The-Ritz-London.h28146.Hotel-Information) > > [President Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/London-Hotels-The-President-Hotel.h54995.Hotel-Information) > > [Park Plaza London Riverbank](https://www.expedia.ca/London-Hotels-Park-Plaza-London-Riverbank.h1183908.Hotel-Information) > > [Bedford Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/London-Hotels-Bedford.h54993.Hotel-Information) > > [Park Plaza County Hall London](https://www.expedia.ca/London-Hotels-Park-Plaza-County-Hall-London.h1742184.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Garden Inn London Heathrow Terminal 2 and 3](https://www.expedia.ca/London-Hotels-Hilton-Garden-Inn-London-Heathrow-Terminal-2-And-3.h33088275.Hotel-Information) > > [The Savoy](https://www.expedia.ca/London-Hotels-The-Savoy.h27158.Hotel-Information) > > [The Clermont London, Charing Cross](https://www.expedia.ca/London-Hotels-The-Clermont-London.h5169.Hotel-Information) > > [The Clermont London, Victoria](https://www.expedia.ca/London-Hotels-The-Clermont-London.h10939.Hotel-Information) > > [Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge](https://www.expedia.ca/London-Hotels-Park-Plaza-Westminster-Bridge-London.h3113039.Hotel-Information) > > [The May Fair, A Radisson Collection Hotel, Mayfair London](https://www.expedia.ca/London-Hotels-The-May-Fair.h7606.Hotel-Information) > > [The Westminster London, Curio Collection by Hilton](https://www.expedia.ca/London-Hotels-The-Westminster-London.h914179.Hotel-Information) > > [The Landmark London](https://www.expedia.ca/London-Hotels-The-Landmark-London.h438653.Hotel-Information) > > [Strand Palace Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/London-Hotels-The-Strand-Palace-Hotel.h179.Hotel-Information) > > [St Martins Lane London, a Morgans Originals hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/London-Hotels-St-Martins-Lane-London.h470865.Hotel-Information) > > [Sofitel London Heathrow](https://www.expedia.ca/London-Hotels-Sofitel-London-Heathrow.h1740977.Hotel-Information) > > [Royal National Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/London-Hotels-The-Royal-National-Hotel.h55001.Hotel-Information) > > [Leonardo Royal Hotel London City - Tower of London](https://www.expedia.ca/London-Hotels-Leonardo-Royal-London-City-Tower-Hill.h530052.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn London - Kensington High St. by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/London-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-London-Kensington-High-St.h9789.Hotel-Information) > > [Park Plaza Victoria London](https://www.expedia.ca/London-Hotels-Park-Plaza-Victoria-London.h801796.Hotel-Information) > > [Zedwell Piccadilly Circus](https://www.expedia.ca/London-Hotels-Zedwell-Piccadilly-Trocadero.h42297074.Hotel-Information) > > [Sea Containers London](https://www.expedia.ca/London-Hotels-Sea-Containers-London.h8466215.Hotel-Information) > > [citizenM Tower of London](https://www.expedia.ca/London-Hotels-CitizenM-Tower-Of-London.h14736047.Hotel-Information) > > [The Langham, London](https://www.expedia.ca/London-Hotels-The-Langham.h22099.Hotel-Information) > > [The Tower Hotel, by Thistle](https://www.expedia.ca/London-Hotels-The-Tower-Hotel.h2479.Hotel-Information) > > [Kimpton Fitzroy London by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/London-Hotels-Kimpton-Fitzroy-London.h21514.Hotel-Information)