Hotel La Place

Hotel Description

You know what struck me first about Hotel La Place? It’s tucked into this quiet Georgian terrace on Nottingham Place that feels completely removed from London’s chaos, yet you’re literally a three-minute walk from Oxford Street. I mean, you can hear the distant hum of traffic, but it’s more like white noise than the usual urban assault – which honestly surprised me given how central this spot is.

The building itself has that classic London townhouse vibe, and they’ve done a decent job preserving the original character without making it feel like you’re staying in a museum. The lobby’s compact but welcoming, with this mix of period details and modern touches that actually works. Check-in was smooth – no pretentious attitude, just friendly efficiency. What I really appreciated was how the staff seemed to know the neighborhood inside out. When I asked about getting to Camden Market, the guy at reception didn’t just point me toward the tube; he mentioned the 88 bus that stops right on Great Portland Street and gets you there in fifteen minutes without any transfers. That’s the kind of local insight you don’t get from a chain hotel.

The rooms are what you’d expect from a solid four-star place – well-appointed without being flashy, good lighting (seriously underrated in London hotels), and bathrooms that are actually functional rather than just Instagram-worthy. I stayed on the third floor facing the back, and it was properly quiet at night. The Wi-Fi worked consistently, which I can’t say about every London hotel I’ve tried. One small thing that caught my attention was how they’d positioned the desk near the window – you get this nice view of the mews behind the building, and there’s something oddly soothing about watching London life happen in miniature. The bed was comfortable enough, though I wouldn’t call it exceptional. Air conditioning worked well during a particularly warm week in July, which felt like a minor miracle.

Location-wise, this place is honestly brilliant if you want to be in the thick of things without the tourist madness. You’re a stone’s throw from Regent’s Park – perfect for morning runs or when you need to decompress. Marylebone High Street is right there with its independent shops and cafes that feel more neighborhood than destination. And here’s something most visitors don’t realize: you’re actually closer to some of the best curry houses on Brick Lane if you hop on the Central line at Bond Street than if you stay in East London itself. The Baker Street tube station gives you access to pretty much anywhere, and there’s something satisfying about walking past 221B Baker Street on your way to catch the Metropolitan line.

Is it perfect? Well, the breakfast room gets pretty crowded around 8:30 AM, and parking is basically non-existent unless you want to pay £40 a day at the NCP on Welbeck Street. But honestly, for the price point and location, Hotel La Place delivers exactly what it promises – a comfortable, well-run base for exploring London without the corporate blandness or boutique hotel pretensions. It’s the kind of place you’d book again without hesitation.

Rooms

• Junior Suite with 1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults
• Single Room with 1 double bed for 1 adult
• King-Size Double Room with 1 large double bed for 2 adults
• Executive Single Room with 1 double bed for 1 adult
• Family Room with Bathroom with 2 double beds for 2 adults

Facilities