Astor Court Hotel

Astor Court Hotel Overview

First Impressions

Walking up to the Astor Court Hotel on Hallam Street, you’ll notice it’s one of those classic London townhouse conversions that actually feels intimate rather than cramped. The building has that proper Georgian charm without being stuffy about it — honestly, it’s refreshing to find a three-star place in London that doesn’t try to be something it’s not. The lobby is compact but welcoming, and the staff genuinely seem to know what they’re doing, which isn’t always a given in this part of town.

Location That Actually Matters

Here’s the thing about Hallam Street — it’s perfectly positioned without the chaos of Oxford Street literally outside your window. You’re a two-minute walk from Oxford Circus tube station, which means you can actually get anywhere in London without the usual faff. What I really appreciate is how close you are to the BBC Broadcasting House and All Souls Church, giving the area a bit of character beyond just shopping. The street itself is quiet enough that you won’t hear buses rumbling past at 6 AM, but you’re still in Zone 1 where everything happens.

The Room Experience

The room are what you’d expect from a well-run London hotel — not huge, but cleverly designed to feel comfortable rather than claustrophobic. My room had a proper window that opened (you’d be surprised how rare that is), and the bed was actually decent quality, not one of those saggy mattresses you sometimes get in this price range. The bathroom was compact but functional, with good water pressure — honestly, that’s half the battle in older London buildings. Storage space is limited, but there’s enough for a week’s stay if you’re not overpacking.

Breakfast and Daily Rhythms

The continental breakfast setup works well for what it is — nothing fancy, but proper coffee and fresh pastries that’ll get you started without breaking the bank on room service. They do a buffet style service that’s efficient without feeling rushed, which I appreciated when trying to catch early meetings. The breakfast room gets decent natural light, and you can actually sit and plan your day rather than grabbing something and running. It’s one of those small touches that makes the difference between feeling like a guest versus just someone renting a bed.

Why Guests Love It

What really sets this place apart is how it balances location with value — you’re paying for that Westminster Borough address without the premium you’d expect. Couples especially seem to get it right here, probably because the area has that romantic London feel without being touristy. The hotel staff know the neighborhood well and can point you toward the good pubs and cafes that locals actually use. You know what? Sometimes you just want a clean, comfortable base in central London where things work properly, and that’s exactly what you get here. The 8.3 rating makes sense when you consider you’re getting genuine London character at a price that won’t make you wince.

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Reviews of Astor Court Hotel

• Yana from Russia (9/10)

  Perfectly located.
  Very clean and freshly renovated

• Sean from United Kingdom (7/10)

  I was on front of the building and therefore noise of underground and traffic people was more than I expected but otherwise excellent.

• Sandrina20 from United Kingdom (9/10)

  We all loved our stay at Astor Court Hotel. We have stayed there before and will stay there again.

• Judith from United Kingdom (9/10)

  The staff are always so welcoming and helpful.
  The location is great and the room is warm and comfy.

• David from United Kingdom (8/10)

  clean friendly, good location, comfortable

• Vaiva from Belgium (8/10)

  Staff is excellent, very pleasant people and very helpful. The rooms are clean and comfortable. Beds are clean and comfy. I stayed in this hotel twice and will do again.

• Alex from United Kingdom (8/10)

  Love the location and feels high quality
  We stay here every Christmas

• Grigore from Romania (7/10)

  The room is big and confortable. The shower is big and everything is spotless clean. The location is perfect and there are restaurants and cafes around to choose from and shops on Oxford street. There is a nespresso machine and kettle in the room.

• Joe from United Kingdom (9/10)

  Great location just 5mins from Oxford Circus and off Main Street so quiet. Staff were friendly and helpful.

• Marina from Spain (8/10)

  Amazing location 9 min walking from Oxford Street, staff were very helpful and accomodating. The room was spacious and clean.

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