Club Quarters Hotel Trafalgar Square, London

Hotel Description

You know what struck me first about Club Quarters Hotel Trafalgar Square? It’s actually tucked away on Northumberland Avenue – which honestly, most tourists walk right past without noticing. I mean, you’re literally a two-minute walk from the chaos of Trafalgar Square itself, but the street has this quieter, almost business-district feel that I wasn’t expecting. The building itself looks properly London – that classic stone facade that makes you feel like you’re in a period drama, except the lobby inside is surprisingly modern and, well, actually functional. Check-in was smooth (always a relief after a long flight), and the staff seemed to genuinely know the neighborhood, not just the scripted tourist spots.

The rooms are what I’d call “smart small” – they’ve clearly thought about every inch of space without making it feel cramped. Sure, it’s not going to win any awards for size, but honestly, when you’re this close to everything, who’s spending time in their room anyway? What really impressed me was how quiet it gets at night, considering you’re in the heart of Westminster. I was worried about noise from the Embankment (the traffic can be mental down there), but their windows must be pretty solid because I slept through the night just fine. The beds are actually comfortable too – not too soft, not too firm – and they’ve got those little touches that show someone was thinking: good lighting for reading, enough plugs for all your devices, and bathroom products that don’t smell like industrial cleaner.

Location-wise, this place is sort of perfect if you want to feel like a local but still hit the major sights. You can walk to Westminster Bridge in about five minutes, or cut through to Covent Garden the back way (down Villiers Street, if you’re curious). The Charing Cross station is practically around the corner, which makes day trips stupidly easy, and there’s a Tesco Express nearby for those inevitable midnight snack runs. I found myself grabbing coffee at this little place on Strand most mornings instead of paying hotel prices – that’s the kind of neighborhood flexibility you get here. What I really appreciated was how the concierge actually gave useful local advice, like which pub near the National Gallery has the best Sunday roast (The Chandos, apparently), rather than just pointing toward the obvious tourist traps. It’s a solid 4-star experience that earns its 8.1 rating – not flashy or Instagram-perfect, but genuinely comfortable and smartly located for anyone who wants to experience London properly without the tourist bubble feeling.

Rooms

• Small Queen Room with 1 large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
• Standard Queen Room with 1 large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
• Superior Queen Room with 1 large double bed for 3 adults, 2 children
• One Room Suite with Kitchenette with 1 sofa bed and 1 large double bed for 4 adults, 3 children
• Mobility Accessible Standard Room with 1 large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
• Deluxe Room with 1 large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
• Twin Room with 2 single beds for 2 adults, 1 child
• Standard King Room with 1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child

Facilities