The Pilgrm

Hotel Description

You know what caught me off guard about The Pilgrm? Walking up to this converted Victorian townhouse on London Street, I honestly wasn’t expecting much – the address sounds fancy but it’s actually tucked into this quiet residential stretch that feels more like a neighborhood secret than prime Westminster real estate. But step inside and there’s this immediate sense that someone actually thought about design here, not just threw together another boutique hotel with exposed brick and called it a day.

The whole place has this understated thing going on that I really appreciated. The rooms aren’t huge – I mean, we’re talking London, so you know what you’re getting into – but they’ve made smart use of the space with these custom-built wardrobes and desks that actually work for spreading out your stuff. What surprised me was how quiet it stays, even though you’re literally a five-minute walk from Paddington Station. The windows do their job, and honestly, being on a residential street instead of a main drag makes all the difference when you’re trying to sleep off jet lag. The bathrooms are properly done too, with decent water pressure and those little details like good lighting that you don’t notice until you’re trying to get ready for dinner.

Here’s the thing though – and this is why I’d actually recommend The Pilgrm to friends – it sits in this perfect spot that most tourists completely miss. You’ve got Hyde Park right there (seriously, the Lancaster Gate entrance is maybe a three-minute walk), but you’re also close enough to pop over to Notting Hill for dinner or catch the tube anywhere without dealing with the chaos around major hotels. The staff seem to get this too; they’re not trying to be your best friend, but they know the area and can point you toward the good stuff. I asked about breakfast spots and ended up at this little place on Praed Street that I never would have found otherwise. The hotel’s own breakfast is fine – nothing spectacular, but decent coffee and they don’t rush you out. Check-in was smooth, no drama with early arrival, and they stored our bags without making it feel like a huge favor. Look, it’s not going to blow your mind, but it’s solid and genuine in a way that’s getting harder to find. The 7.7 rating feels about right – not perfect, but definitely delivering on what it promises without the pretense.

Rooms

• Bunk Bed Room with 2 bunk beds for 2 adults
• Small Double Room with 1 double bed for 2 adults
• Standard Double Room with 1 double bed for 2 adults
• Large Double Room with 1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
• Single Room with 1 single bed for 1 adult

Facilities