Bayswater by CAPITAL

Hotel Description

You know what struck me first about Bayswater by CAPITAL? It’s tucked into this gorgeous Victorian square that honestly feels like a movie set – Leinster Square has these white Georgian terraces that make you want to take photos even before you’ve checked in. The hotel sits right in the heart of Bayswater, which I mean, some people write off as just another Zone 2 neighborhood, but they’re missing the point entirely.

The thing about this place is it gets the balance right between proper hotel service and not feeling stuffy. Sure, it’s a 4-star property, and you can tell they’ve put thought into the interiors – there’s this nice blend of contemporary touches with nods to the building’s heritage. The lobby’s got character without trying too hard, if that makes sense. What I really appreciated was how the staff actually seemed to know the area when I asked about getting around. They pointed me toward the Bayswater tube station (literally a 3-minute walk), but also mentioned the Lancaster Gate entrance to Hyde Park, which honestly saved me from the tourist crowds at Marble Arch.

The rooms are what you’d expect for London – not massive, but thoughtfully designed so you’re not bumping into furniture every time you turn around. Mine overlooked the square, and I have to say, waking up to those white facades and the little garden in the center was pretty lovely. The bed was actually comfortable, which you know, isn’t always a given even at this price point. What surprised me was how quiet it stayed at night – Bayswater can get a bit lively, especially around Queensway with all the restaurants and that 24-hour Whiteleys shopping center nearby, but the square itself stays peaceful.

Location-wise, this is where the hotel really shines, though they don’t make a huge fuss about it. You’re basically equidistant from Notting Hill (great for weekend market browsing at Portobello Road) and Paddington Station (perfect if you’re doing day trips or arriving on the Heathrow Express). Hyde Park becomes your backyard – I found myself cutting through it to get to Knightsbridge instead of taking the tube, which was actually faster and definitely more pleasant. The immediate area has this nice mix of proper local pubs, decent coffee shops, and those Middle Eastern restaurants along Edgware Road that locals actually eat at.

Honestly, the 7.1 rating feels about right – it’s solid, reliable, well-located, but not trying to be something it’s not. I’ve stayed in flashier places in central London that cost twice as much and left me feeling like I’d paid for marble lobbies rather than a good night’s sleep and easy access to everything I wanted to see. This felt more like staying somewhere a Londoner might actually recommend to their visiting friends, rather than just another tourist hotel that looks good in photos but doesn’t quite deliver on the details that matter.

Rooms

• Studio with 1 double bed for 2 adults
• Standard Studio with 1 double bed for 2 adults
• Superior Studio with 1 double bed for 2 adults
• Standard Double Room with 1 double bed for 2 adults
• One-Bedroom Apartment with 1 double bed for 2 adults
• One-Bedroom Apartment with 1 double bed for 2 adults
• Studio with 1 double bed for 2 adults
• One-Bedroom Apartment with 1 double bed for 2 adults
• Standard Studio with 1 double bed for 2 adults
• One-Bedroom Apartment with 1 double bed for 2 adults
• Standard Studio with 1 double bed for 2 adults
• One-Bedroom Apartment with 1 double bed for 2 adults

Facilities