Mentone Hotel

Mentone Hotel Overview

First Impressions

Walking up to Mentone Hotel on Cartwright Gardens, you immediately notice how it sits perfectly on one of London’s most charming garden squares. The Georgian terrace building has that classic British hotel feel — not flashy, but solid and welcoming. I mean, this is exactly what you picture when you think of a proper London hotel experience. The entrance is understated but well-maintained, and honestly, the whole street has this lovely residential vibe that makes you feel like you’re staying in a real neighborhood rather than some touristy bubble.

The Bloomsbury Advantage

Here’s what I love about this location — you’re in Camden, but specifically in the Bloomsbury part, which puts you walking distance from basically everything that matters. The British Museum is literally around the corner, and you can stroll to Covent Garden or Oxford Street without breaking a sweat. But you know what’s really great? Russell Square tube station is just a few minutes away, so you’ve got direct access to Heathrow and the rest of London. The garden square itself is actually private (guests get access), so you can sit outside with coffee in the morning and watch the world wake up.

The Room Experience

The rooms at this three-star property are what I’d call “efficiently British” — they’re not huge, but they’re thoughtfully laid out and surprisingly comfortable. My room had everything I needed: decent Wi-Fi, a proper desk if you need to work, and a bathroom that actually had good water pressure (not always a given in older London buildings). The decor is traditional without being stuffy, and the beds are genuinely comfortable. Storage space is a bit limited, but honestly, you’re not here to hang out in your room all day anyway.

Breakfast and Daily Rhythms

The breakfast setup is pretty straightforward — continental style with some hot options. Nothing fancy, but it gets the job done and the coffee is actually decent. What I really appreciated was the timing flexibility; they understand that not everyone wants to eat at 7 AM sharp. The staff here are genuinely helpful too — they know the area well and can point you toward good local spots for dinner or that perfect pub around the corner. There’s also parking available, which is honestly a minor miracle in central London, though you’ll pay for it.

Why Guests Love It

This place works because it nails the fundamentals without trying to be something it’s not. Couples particularly seem to enjoy it here — there’s something romantic about those garden square views and the quiet streets at night. The location really is the star; you’re close enough to everything to walk, but far enough from the chaos to actually get some sleep. For the price point, you’re getting solid value in one of London’s best neighborhoods. It’s not going to wow you with fancy amenities, but it’ll give you a comfortable base for exploring the city, and sometimes that’s exactly what you need.

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Reviews of Mentone Hotel

• Jose from Colombia (8/10)

  The hotel is fantastic, it's located near underground stations and is perfect to know the main attractions in London, the breakfast is delicious was a big surprise, the room is perfect to rest, we had hot water to the take a shower each day and the room has a great view of the park.

• David from Canada (9/10)

  Very clean,and a great location.

• Melanie from United Kingdom (8/10)

  Location was perfect for exploring London

• Deon from United Kingdom (8/10)

  Bag storage using for early check in, excellent idea. Excellent cooked breakfast. Staff all helpfull.

• Darya from Netherlands (8/10)

  Great location, friendly staff, all we needed.

• Jennifer from United Kingdom (8/10)

  Clean and very friendly and helpful staff

• Emanuel from Malta (8/10)

• Anita from United Kingdom (9/10)

  Location was great. Breakfast was lovely and good value. Room was a good size with two double beds, bonus.

• Hunter from United Kingdom (9/10)

  The location was perfect for my short stay and the staff were really welcoming and friendly

• Vassilis from Greece (8/10)

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