51 Gloucester Place, Westminster Borough, London, W1U 8JF, United Kingdom
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The Z Hotel Gloucester Place Overview

First Impressions

Walking up to The Z Hotel Gloucester Place, you’ll notice it’s one of those smart, compact hotels that London does so well. This three-star property sits right on a classic Georgian street in Marylebone, and honestly, the location alone makes it worth considering. The building itself has that understated British charm — nothing flashy, but you can tell they’ve put thought into making the most of what they’ve got.

Location & Neighborhood

Here’s the thing about Gloucester Place — you’re basically in the sweet spot of central London. I mean, you can walk to Oxford Street in about five minutes, but you’re tucked away enough that you won’t hear the chaos all night. Marylebone Station is right there, which is actually brilliant if you’re planning day trips or need to catch the Heathrow Express. The area has this lovely residential feel with proper cafes and pubs scattered around, not just tourist traps. Couples seem to get this — they’ve rated the location 9.2, and I can see why.

The Room Experience

Now, let’s be honest about the room sizes — this is London, so don’t expect a palace. But what The Z Hotel does is pretty clever; they’ve designed these compact spaces to feel functional rather than cramped. The beds are genuinely comfortable (and I’m picky about this), which explains why guests keep raving about getting proper sleep here. Everything you need is there — good shower, decent Wi-Fi, and smart storage solutions that actually work. The windows are well-insulated too, so even though you’re in central London, it’s surprisingly quiet at night.

What Sets It Apart

You know what I noticed? The staff actually seem to enjoy working here, which makes a difference in how your stay feels. They’re helpful without being overly formal, and they know the neighborhood well enough to give you proper recommendations. The hotel has this modern, clean aesthetic that feels fresh rather than sterile. There’s something to be said for a place that knows exactly what it is — a well-run, no-nonsense base for exploring London. The fact that they have so many repeat guests tells you something; people come back because it works.

Why Guests Love It

It really comes down to getting the basics right in a fantastic location. You’re not paying for amenities you won’t use — instead, you’re getting a comfortable bed, a good shower, and one of the best addresses in London for the price point. The combination of being steps from major attractions while still feeling like you’re in a proper London neighborhood is pretty special. Whether you’re here for business or leisure, you’ll appreciate being able to walk everywhere important while having a peaceful retreat to come back to.

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The Z Hotel Gloucester Place Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
Single Room1 single bed for 1 adult
Junior Suite1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
Queen Room without Window1 large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
Queen Room1 large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
King Room – Disability Access1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
King Room1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
Club King Room1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
Club Junior Suite1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
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Reviews of The Z Hotel Gloucester Place

  • Kathleen from Canada (8/10)

    the location and the room size

  • Giulia from Luxembourg (9/10)

    The location of the hotel is absolutely perfect, it is a 7min walk to Oxford Street and to Hyde Park, couldn’t ask for better.Our room was spacious and modern. The check out process is super practical and easy. would definitely go again!!!

  • Natalie from Israel (8/10)

    Location

  • Pieter from Netherlands (9/10)

    The bed was pretty nice and big enough

  • Maureen from United Kingdom (9/10)

    We booked the Z after we had made a mistake with our original booking. The Z was recommended by someone. On arrival I saw several young men and thought oh no its a hostel type place. But we were redirected to a neighbouring house just along the road as the Z have several hotels on Gloucester place.
    We were instantly welcomed by the staff. Who explained how everything worked. We were pleasantly surprised by what was on offer. Very comfortable rooms, small but had everything you needed and more. Inc iron and ironing board.
    The location was great for everything. We did theatre and museums. We will definitely return.

  • Sharon from Greece (9/10)

    Excellent location and lovely clean rooms.

  • Diane from United Kingdom (7/10)

    A small but comfortable and quiet room

  • Sharryn from Australia (9/10)

    We were offered a free upgrade which was an unexpected treat to include food. Breakfast choices were great. Room was large and clean and all required facilities available

  • Debra from United Kingdom (8/10)

    The location

  • Don from Australia (8/10)

    Nice hotel in a nice arear. Close to public transportation.

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Hyde Park: 200 m
  • Regents Park: 1.7 km
  • Harris Garden: 1.9 km
  • Regent’s Park: 400 m
  • Home House Club: 200 m
  • Madame Tussauds: 750 m
  • Broadley Street Gardens: 1.2 km
  • Grosvenor Square – London: 1.1 km
  • Sussex Gardens Open Space: 1.7 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Nagoya: 150 m
  • Restaurant Boteh Jeghe: 150 m
  • Restaurant Carousel Presents: 150 m

Top attractions:

  • London Zoo: 2.6 km
  • British Museum: 2.7 km
  • St James’s Park: 2.9 km
  • Banqueting House: 3.3 km
  • Trafalgar Square: 3 km
  • Buckingham Palace: 2.5 km
  • Piccadilly Circus: 2.3 km
  • Churchill War Rooms: 3.4 km
  • Natural History Museum: 3.4 km
  • Victoria and Albert Museum: 3.2 km

Natural beauty:

  • Forest Queen’s Wood: 8 km
  • Lake The Serpentine: 1.7 km

Ski lifts:

  • Brentwood Park Lift: 38 km
  • Sandown Ski Centre Lift: 30 km

Public transport:

  • Metro Marble Arch: 650 m
  • Metro Baker Street: 600 m
  • Train London Marylebone: 900 m
  • Train Paddington Station: 1.6 km
  • Bus Victoria Coach Station: 3.4 km

Closest airports:

  • London City Airport: 16 km
  • London Gatwick Airport: 50 km
  • London Heathrow Airport: 23 km

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

General:

  • Shared lounge/T V area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Allergy-free room
  • Wake-up service
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Soundproofing
  • Private entrance
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Lift
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms

Kitchen:

  • Electric kettle

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Living Area:

  • Desk

Food & Drink:

  • Coffee house on site
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Accessibility:

  • Emergency cord in bathroom
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Higher level toilet
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room Amenities:

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack

Languages spoken:

  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Hindi
  • Italian
  • Polish
  • Portuguese
  • Romanian

Cleaning services:

  • Ironing service
  • Dry cleaning Additional charge
  • Laundry Additional charge

Safety & security:

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • Key access

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • TV

Reception services:

  • Invoice provided
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk

Business facilities:

  • Fax/photocopying
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House Rules at The Z Hotel Gloucester Place

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 15:00 to 00:00
  • Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out:

  • From 07:00 to 11:00

Cancellation/prepayment:

  • Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.

Guest reviews

Staff:

8.7

Comfort:

8.4

Location:

9.1

Free WiFi:

7.6

Facilities:

7.9

Cleanliness:

8.4

Value for money:

7.9