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Athena

3.0 star property
Victorian hotel with a 24-hour front desk and a coffee shop

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The Athena welcomes visitors with a cozy lobby fireplace that sets the perfect tone for exploring London. Guests appreciate the practical amenities—in-room WiFi and luggage storage—while the multilingual staff stands ready to help plan daily adventures.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
The current price is ￥14,630
￥17,556 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026

Room options

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Classic Single Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Classic Single Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(42 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Down duvet
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Classic Triple Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Classic Triple Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Down duvet
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Classic Quadruple Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Classic Quadruple Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Down duvet
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Family Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Family Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Down duvet
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Classic Double Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Classic Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(68 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Down duvet
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Classic Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Down duvet
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
W2 1UA, England, London, 110/114 Sussex Gardens, Hyde Park

What's nearby

  • Hyde Park - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Kensington Gardens - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Paddington Central - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Marble Arch - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Oxford Street - 5 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

  • Paddington Underground Station - 4 min walk
  • London Paddington Station - 5 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mihbaj - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Dickens Tavern - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Zanchi Korean Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪It's All Greek to Me - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Athena

Hotel located near Hyde Park with rooms renovated in 2023
Located close to Kensington Palace and Royal Albert Hall, Athena provides a grocery/convenience store, a free daily manager's reception, and a coffee shop/cafe. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices), is available to all guests, along with a hair salon and a library.
Additional perks include:
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and an electric car charging station
  • Express check-in, tour/ticket assistance, and secured bicycle storage
  • ATM/banking services, multilingual staff, and a water dispenser
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and proximity to public transit
Room features
All guestrooms at Athena boast comforts such as free international calls and premium bedding, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and printers. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Highchairs and travel cribs
  • Recycling, LED light bulbs, and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with heated floors and hydromassage showers
  • 40-inch flat-screen TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Self parking on site (GBP 20 per day)
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: GBP 9 for adults and GBP 6 for children
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Restaurants on site

  • Athena Hotel

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Books
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • High chair
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Travel crib

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Guidebooks
  • Hair salon
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Coworking space

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 6 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Built in 1840
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Reception hall
  • Renovated guestrooms - June 2023
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Victorian architecture
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Meal delivery service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free international calls
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Portable fan
  • Printer
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately GBP 9 for adults and GBP 6 for children
  • Self parking fee: GBP 20 per day
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and onsite parking
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Athena pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Athena?

As of Dec 10, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Athena on Jan 6, 2026 start from ￥14,630, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for GBP 20 per day. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Athena?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Athena?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Athena located?

Located in London City Centre, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Hyde Park, Kensington Palace, and Royal Albert Hall. Oxford Street and Natural History Museum are also within 2 mi (3 km). Paddington Underground Station and London Paddington Station are within a 5-minute walk.

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Athena Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 567 out of 1124 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 353 out of 1124 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 131 out of 1124 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 1124 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 1124 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nahui

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and comfortable. The staff was always friendly and helpful. I would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a lovely place to stay, very clean, friendly staff and great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Stacie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, nice people- Room clean. Enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had an amazing stay at Athena hotel. Room while small was incredibly functional and clean. Beds were very comfortable and hotel was well located, an easy walk to Paddington station where you can take the tube to anywhere within London. We look forward to coming back.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Simple accommodations, centrally located close to Paddington station so everything you need is close by. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Joar

Liked: Amenities
Good place for a convenient stopover
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

ADEOLA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very helpful and the room and hotel was very clean for the price paid. I wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very well located near Paddington station. Small room but neat and clean and comfortable.. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, excellent staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Easy walk to restaurants and Paddington Station. Friendly staff
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a clean, convenient, and cost-effective hotel. It’s well-run and delivers a basic stay very well. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Our favourite place to stay when visiting London. Easy walk to Paddington Station and close to plenty of dining options. Even though the rooms are small, they are clean and modern looking. Staff were amazing and friendly. Buffet breakfast was also very reasonable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, super close to Paddington station. Easy access to Heathrow and central London. I might skip the breakfast option.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great little find

Very happy with hotel, small, clean, comfortable and close to Paddington Station. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

SANDRA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast fair and staff were amazing. Hotel in a perfect location an absolute bargain.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was wonderful. Location is close to Paddington station.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gloria Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a long stay of 14 nights and all of the staff became like family to us. They were always concerned and helpful. Their smiles was a beautiful way to start and end our days. I would recommend the Athena to everyone
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Drew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
I stayed here for one night as London was a stopover between locations. The bed was comfortable, the bathroom was fine, and the check in staff was courteous and helpful. If that’s all you’re looking for in a hotel that’s a close walk to Paddington, this will work for you. If you want some amenities or to feel like you’re staying in a nice place, I’d look elsewhere. Good hotel for the money for a bed and a shower. I left too early for breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was perfect and the staff welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel in a great surrounding, quiet, perfectly clean and very nice and helpful personnel.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

AKIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking area was safe and good size for an SUV. Staff is super kind and helpful. Room is clean and comfy bed. Breakfast is ok: croissant, pain au chocolate (both fresh), boiled eggs (over cooked), cheese (ok), brewed coffee and milk, cereals, banana, etc.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Can’t say enough positive about our stay. The location is great with easy connections at Paddington and proximity to Hyde Park. We easily mad the walk to Buckingham several times. Appreciated the breakfast and the kind ladies that worked the breakfast area. I would stay again and recommend to others. Very good experience!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, convenient location, helpful staff. room a bit small some overhead walking noise
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025