Bob W Hyde Park

Great place, I would definitely stay here again (or at other Bob W locations). Room was small, but perfectly fine and space was well utilized. Very clean at arrival. Kitchen had the essentials (kettle, fridge, microwave, few plates, mugs, glasses, cutlery, bottle/can-opener), but was not cluttered. British summer was on its best behaviour, so of course it was a bit hot in the room, but a fan was provided and it was managable by shutting out the heat during the day and airing out during night. Location is good, walking distance to Paddington, Hyde Park, cozy and safe-feeling neighbourhood for a female solo traveller. Maybe not the quietest place ever, but perfectly acceptable for a central big-city location (ear plugs are provided, but I did not need them). My room needed a fix from a handy man, which coincided with my arrival and I had to wait a bit to get into the room. A Bob member was there to ensure the fix was done and room was re-cleaned and I got a goodie bag full of extra snacks, gadgets etc for the inconvenience.

Moves into tiny basement room at same cost! Apartment concept is good but this stay was not. Good location.

I stayed here for 3 nights and found it good for my needs. It is few minutes walk away from railway station, cafes, shops and Hyde Park. The room had everything I needed .Place is cozy, nice and tidy. It also had a well equipped kitchen where you can always cook what you like.

The location was great and I was excited for the stay with the concept. However the bathroom smelled of sewage and ammonia. This didn’t go away at all even with open windows or with the ventilation system on. The kitchen sink was stoppered with dirty water on it and the bathroom sink was also stoppered but with no water left in it. The yellow tape saying the room is clean is a complete fad. Note that the hotel doesn’t have a lift and is stair access only beyond the ground floor. The insulation is non existent so you could hear people at all hours having conversations in their rooms - even when they’re not being loud. The chairs are not comfortable for working.

7 mins close to Paddington station, clean, warm, quite and easy access to everywhere, kitchen is enough to have breakfast and fast dinner to prepare ur own meal. Door access is secure and easy. Highly recommended.