Grand Hotel Bellevue London

Hotel Description

You know what struck me first about the Grand Hotel Bellevue? It’s tucked into Norfolk Square in a way that feels properly London – like it’s been there forever and knows all the neighborhood secrets. I mean, this isn’t some flashy chain hotel screaming for attention; it’s more like that friend who quietly knows all the best spots but doesn’t feel the need to brag about it.

The building itself has that classic Westminster charm – you’re literally a few minutes’ walk from Paddington Station (which honestly makes airport transfers ridiculously easy), but once you’re inside, the city noise just sort of… fades. The lobby’s got this warm, lived-in elegance that feels genuine rather than staged. Check-in was smooth – no pretentious ceremony, just friendly efficiency from staff who actually seem to enjoy their jobs. The rooms are what I’d call “thoughtfully comfortable” – not massive by London standards, but cleverly designed so you don’t feel cramped. The beds are properly firm, and thank goodness, the shower pressure actually works (you’d be surprised how many London hotels mess this up).

What really sets this place apart, though, is how it sits in the neighborhood. Norfolk Square is one of those garden squares that feels like a little oasis – you can grab your morning coffee and actually sit outside without breathing exhaust fumes. And here’s something most tourists don’t realize: you’re positioned perfectly between Hyde Park and the Regent’s Canal, so you get the best of both worlds for morning runs or evening strolls. The Tube connections are brilliant too – Paddington’s right there, obviously, but you’re also walking distance to Lancaster Gate and Marble Arch, which means pretty much anywhere in London is accessible without the usual tourist transport headaches. I found myself popping out for dinner in Notting Hill or Marylebone and being back in twenty minutes.

The hotel restaurant does a solid breakfast – nothing revolutionary, but they know how to do proper English breakfast alongside lighter options, and the coffee’s actually decent (again, not a given in London). Evenings, the bar has this quietly sophisticated vibe where you’ll find a mix of business travelers and locals who’ve discovered it’s a good spot for a civilized drink. The staff remember your name after a couple days, which is a nice touch that bigger hotels rarely manage. Honestly, the 8.5 rating feels about right – this isn’t luxury-magazine perfection, but it’s the kind of place that just works, day after day. If you’re looking for Instagram-worthy opulence, maybe look elsewhere. But if you want a proper London base that lets you live like a local rather than a tourist, the Bellevue gets it exactly right.

Rooms

• Single Room with 1 single bed for 1 adult
• Small Double Room with 1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults
• Standard Double Room with 1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults
• Superior Double Room with 2 single beds and 1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
• Deluxe Double Room with 2 single beds and 1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
• Large Double Room with 1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
• Suite with 1 extra-large double bed and 1 sofa bed for 3 adults, 2 children

Facilities