Hyde Park International Overview
You know what really struck me about the Hyde Park International? It’s got this perfect sweet spot thing going on – tucked away on Inverness Terrace where you’re not dealing with the chaos of main tourist drags, but honestly, you’re like a three-minute walk from Hyde Park’s Lancaster Gate entrance. I mean, I’ve stayed at places that claim to be “near the park” and you end up hiking fifteen minutes with your luggage, but this one actually delivers.
The building itself has that classic London townhouse vibe – you know, the kind where they’ve converted these gorgeous Victorian terraces into hotels but kept the character intact. Check-in was surprisingly smooth (I was expecting typical London hotel cramped-lobby drama), and the staff genuinely seemed to know the neighborhood. The concierge actually gave me proper local recommendations, not just the tourist trap stuff – pointed me toward this little Lebanese place on Westbourne Grove that ended up being incredible. The rooms are what you’d expect from a solid 4-star in this part of London – not massive, but thoughtfully laid out with decent storage and, crucially, good blackout curtains. Trust me, that matters when you’re jet-lagged and the summer sun’s up at 5 AM.
What really works here is the location intelligence. You’re right on the edge of Bayswater and Notting Hill, so you get the best of both worlds – the Tube connections are fantastic (Bayswater, Queensway, and Lancaster Gate are all walkable), but you’re also in this quieter residential pocket where you can actually sleep at night. I loved being able to grab coffee and pastries from the little spots along Westbourne Grove in the morning, then cut through the park to get to South Ken museums or wherever. The 8.3 rating makes total sense to me – it’s not trying to be some flashy boutique experience, but it nails the fundamentals really well. Honestly, for the price point in this area of London, you’re getting solid value, especially if you care more about location and comfort than having a rooftop bar or whatever. I’d definitely stay here again, particularly if I wanted to feel like I was actually staying in a London neighborhood rather than some generic hotel district.
Hyde Park International Accommodations
| Accommodation | Details |
|---|---|
| Executive Single Room | 1 single bed for 1 adult |
| Double Room | 1 double bed for 2 adults |
| Club Double Room | 1 double bed for 2 adults |
| Standard Triple Room | 1 single bed and 1 double bed for 3 adults |
| Club Twin | 2 single beds for 2 adults |
| Club Triple | 3 single beds for 3 adults |
| Standard Single Room | 1 single bed for 1 adult |
Facilities
Bedroom:
- Linen
General:
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Heating
- Lift
- Family rooms
- Ironing facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Iron
Kitchen:
- Electric kettle
Bathroom:
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Slippers
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Services:
- Daily housekeeping
- Luggage storage
- 24-hour front desk
Living Area:
- Desk
Accessibility:
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
Languages spoken:
- English
Safety & security:
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key card access
- Safety deposit box
Media & Technology:
- Flat-screen TV
- Telephone
- TV
Reception services:
- Invoice provided
House Rules at Hyde Park International
Pets:
- Pets are not allowed.
Groups:
- When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Check-in:
- From 15.00 to 00.00
- Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out:
- Until 12.00
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.
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