Elegant Art Deco whole apartment with Aircon – 2mins to Hyde Park, 8mins to Bayswater, Nottinghill, Paddington

Hotel Description

You know what caught me off guard about this place? Walking into what feels like a proper 1930s film set, complete with geometric patterns and that sleek Art Deco vibe that actually works instead of feeling forced. I mean, Lancaster Gate isn’t exactly where you’d expect to stumble across something this stylish – it’s usually all white stucco and tourist crowds – but here we are.

The location is honestly brilliant, though you might miss it if you’re not paying attention since it sits on one of those quieter side streets just off the main Lancaster Gate drag. Two minutes to Hyde Park sounds like estate agent speak, but I timed it (because I’m weird like that), and yeah, you’re literally at Speaker’s Corner before your coffee gets cold. What’s better is you can cut through the park to get basically anywhere – Marble Arch, Oxford Street, even down to Knightsbridge if you’re feeling ambitious. The Bayswater and Notting Hill thing is spot on too, though honestly, you’ll probably find yourself walking through the park rather than taking the tube because it’s just nicer.

The apartment itself has proper air conditioning – not one of those sad portable units that sound like a helicopter landing, but actually decent climate control that matters more than you’d think during those surprisingly muggy London summers. The whole place feels spacious in that way that’s rare for London, with those high Art Deco ceilings and windows that actually let in light. I noticed they’ve kept a lot of the original details but updated the bits that matter, like the kitchen and bathroom, so you’re not dealing with temperamental vintage plumbing at 2am. The bed’s comfortable (firm but not rock-hard), and there’s enough storage space that you won’t be living out of your suitcase for a week.

What I really appreciated was how quiet it stays despite being so central. Lancaster Gate can get a bit hectic during the day with all the tour groups heading to Hyde Park, but this spot stays surprisingly peaceful – probably because it’s tucked away from the main pedestrian flow. The 8.6 rating makes sense once you’re there; it’s not trying to be the fanciest place in London, but everything just works properly. Check-in was straightforward, no waiting around in a lobby, and they actually respond to messages quickly when you have questions. The only minor thing – and this is being picky – is that the nearest proper grocery store is a bit of a walk, though there’s a decent Tesco Express on Westbourne Terrace if you just need basics. Honestly though, with Borough Market and Portobello Road both easy to reach, you’re probably not going to be cooking much anyway.

Rooms

• One-Bedroom Apartment with 1 double bed for 2 adults

Facilities