🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom
Spread Eagle
📍 79 Wandsworth High St, London SW18 2PT, UK
Votre séjour — Spread Eagle
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La propriété — Spread Eagle
Spread Eagle is a cosy, no-frills pub-with-rooms in Mayfair, serving real ale and solid British food. The lobby is a tiny bar area with worn floorboards, a crackling fire in winter and a handful of locals on stools. It suits a solo traveller or couple who wants a proper London pub feel—not a chain hotel—with clean, small rooms above the bar. Expect stairs, no lift, and a solid full English breakfast included.
Chroniques de London
London began as the Roman settlement Londinium around AD 47, a trading port on the Thames. The Great Fire of 1666 destroyed much of the medieval city, leading to Sir Christopher Wren’s rebuilding of 51 churches, including St Paul’s Cathedral. Victorian rail expansion and the 1863 opening of the world’s first underground railway shaped the sprawling, polycentric city we see today. Post-war growth, the 2012 Olympics, and a financial-services boom have made London a truly global hub, known for its layered history, royal pageantry, and multicultural food and arts scene.
Meilleur moment pour visiter
Guide complet de London →Meilleurs mois
May and September — pleasant temps (15-20C), long daylight, and fewer crowds than peak summer; June also good but often busier.
Peak / Festival surge
July-August is peak: schools out, Wimbledon, Notting Hill Carnival in August. Hotel prices in Mayfair double or triple; book 6+ months ahead. August bank holiday also spikes demand.
La saison des épaules
Late April, early October, and November see cheaper rates (30-50% off peak), mild weather still decent for sightseeing, and far fewer tourists.
Météo & Emballage
London’s weather is famously fickle—you can get sun, rain, and cold in one day. Pack a light waterproof jacket and layers: a t-shirt, a jumper, and a mac, and you’re set for any hour.
Briefing de la ville — London
- Elizabeth Line trains now run through central London (Liverpool St to Paddington), cutting travel time from Heathrow to Mayfair to under 40 minutes.
- New opening: the National Portrait Gallery reopened in 2023 after a major refurbishment, with free entry and expanded galleries—worth a visit.
- London’s Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) now covers all boroughs; check if your vehicle is compliant or you risk a £12.50 daily charge.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Spread Eagle, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room at the rear of the building (away from Wandsworth High Street). First-floor rooms at the back are quieter despite the stairs.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid any front-facing room on the first floor directly above the street – Wandsworth High Street is a busy road with bus and traffic noise until late.
Best views
Front-facing rooms overlook Wandsworth High Street – not scenic, just traffic and shops. Rear views are of the back of other buildings or a small courtyard.
Quietest floors
All rooms are on the first floor (no lift, no other floors). The whole floor can be noisy, but rear rooms are the quietest.
🔊 Noise notes
Wandsworth High Street is a busy A-road with buses, delivery vans, and late-night traffic. The pub bar downstairs may also contribute noise on weekends.
Insider tips
1. Parking is £12 for 24 hours at Southside Shopping Centre – pre-book if possible. 2. Request a portable ramp at check-in if you have mobility issues – the entrance has two steps and no lift.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hôtel Facilités — Spread Eagle
Free complimentary WiFi, speeds around 15 Mbps, no login required
No lift; all bedrooms are on first floor accessible only by stairs
Complimentary digital access to PressReader; physical newspapers not offered
Check-in from 15:00; early bag-drop possible from 12:00 at no charge; late check-out until 12:00 for £20, subject to availability
Free for day of arrival/departure
No step-free entry; main entrance has two steps, but portable ramp available on request; no accessible bathrooms or ground-floor bedrooms
No on-site parking; nearest public car park is Southside Shopping Centre (300m) costing £12 for 24 hours; no EV charging
Frais, taxes et dépôts
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full payment taken at booking; a £50 incidental hold per night on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary à proximité
- Church: Quaker Meeting House (45 m · ~1 min walk)
- Church: All Saints (319 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: East Hill Baptist Church (328 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: St. Anne's Church (481 m · ~6 min walk)
Style de vie et récréation
Southside Shopping Centre — 216 m · ~3 min walk
Garratt Lane Old Burial Ground — 142 m · ~2 min walk
Sambrook's Brewery Heritage Centre & Beershop — 98 m · ~1 min walk
Tara Arts — 2.1 km · ~26 min walk
Reception playground — 707 m · ~9 min walk
5 minutes de radios essentielles
Nearest — 47 m · ~1 min walk
Boots — 217 m · ~3 min walk
Beasley's CTN — 220 m · ~3 min walk
Wandsworth Town — 740 m · ~9 min walk
Monnaie & Monnaie
Get a travel card →Pound Sterling, GBP
Avoid exchanging at airports or tourist bureaux — use local bank ATMs for the best rates, but check for any fees from your home bank.
Most places accept contactless cards and mobile payments like Apple Pay; chip and PIN is standard, but carry some cash for small market stalls or independent cafés.
Not obligatory. In restaurants, 10-15% for good service if no service charge added; round up taxi fares; £1-2 per bag for hotel porters.
Manger, faire du shopping et voyager sur un budget
Cheap car hire →A standard filter coffee from a café or chain costs about £2.50–3.
A supermarket meal deal (sandwich, snack, drink) from Co-op or Sainsbury's Local is about £4-5.
A main course at a pub or casual restaurant costs around £12-16.
Wandsworth's Northcote Road and the weekly farmers' market on Old York Road have cheap street food stalls with sandwiches, falafel, and pasties.
Common budget supermarkets here include Co-op, Sainsbury's Local, and Lidl (a short bus ride away).
For affordable high-street shopping, head to Southside Shopping Centre (primark, H&M) or the Tooting Broadway market area just east.
A bus day pass (Hopper fare) costs £1.75 per journey, capped at £5.25 daily; from Heathrow, the Piccadilly line to Earl's Court then District line to East Putney is the cheapest at around £5.50 off-peak.
Walk or cycle — SW18 is compact and flat. Buy a reusable coffee cup and an oyster/contactless card to cap daily travel costs. Shop at the Wednesday Wandsworth Market for fresh produce at lower prices than supermarkets.
Bon à savoir — London
Type G · 230V
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$1 ≈ £0.75 · GBP
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in London, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Spread Eagle
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 47 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · Boots — 217 m · ~3 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →S’entourer
Find train tickets →Central London attractions (Leicester Square, Charing Cross) → London Town Hotel (Covent Garden Station)
💡 Most convenient for hotel; Covent Garden Station is adjacent. Contactless payment auto-caps daily fares at £8.50. Download TfL Go app for real-time updates.
Airports/Central London → London Town Hotel (Covent Garden)
💡 Get Oyster card or contactless payment; cheapest local option. Piccadilly Line goes near Covent Garden. Avoid rush hours if possible.
Heathrow/Gatwick Airport → London Town Hotel (Covent Garden area)
💡 Use official taxi ranks at airports; Uber available but black cabs are iconic. Surge pricing during peak hours (7-9am, 5-7pm).
Heathrow/Gatwick Airport → London Town Hotel (via Paddington/Victoria Station)
💡 Fastest airport option; buy tickets in advance online for discounts. Connect via Circle/District lines to hotel area within 10 mins.
À propos de London
Wikipedia ↗
London is the capital and largest city of England and the United Kingdom, with a population of 9.1 million people in 2024. Its wider metropolitan area is the largest in Western Europe, with a population of 15.4 million. London stands on the River Thames in southeast England, at the head of a 50-mile...
Questions fréquemment posées
What are the best rooms at Spread Eagle?
Request a room at the rear of the building (away from Wandsworth High Street). First-floor rooms at the back are quieter despite the stairs.
Which rooms should I avoid at Spread Eagle?
Avoid any front-facing room on the first floor directly above the street – Wandsworth High Street is a busy road with bus and traffic noise until late.
Is Spread Eagle noisy?
Wandsworth High Street is a busy A-road with buses, delivery vans, and late-night traffic. The pub bar downstairs may also contribute noise on weekends.
Which rooms have the best views at Spread Eagle?
Front-facing rooms overlook Wandsworth High Street – not scenic, just traffic and shops. Rear views are of the back of other buildings or a small courtyard.
What are insider tips for staying at Spread Eagle?
1. Parking is £12 for 24 hours at Southside Shopping Centre – pre-book if possible. 2. Request a portable ramp at check-in if you have mobility issues – the entrance has two steps and no lift.
What time is check-in at Spread Eagle?
Check-in at Spread Eagle is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Spread Eagle have Wi-Fi?
Free complimentary WiFi, speeds around 15 Mbps, no login required
Is there a city or tourist tax at Spread Eagle?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Spread Eagle?
A supermarket meal deal (sandwich, snack, drink) from Co-op or Sainsbury's Local is about £4-5.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Spread Eagle?
A bus day pass (Hopper fare) costs £1.75 per journey, capped at £5.25 daily; from Heathrow, the Piccadilly line to Earl's Court then District line to East Putney is the cheapest at around £5.50 off-peak.
When is the best time to visit London?
May and September — pleasant temps (15-20C), long daylight, and fewer crowds than peak summer; June also good but often busier.
Principales attractions à London
💡 Use the free 'Art Guided Tour' app (download before you visit) for 15-minute audio tours. The Sainsbury Wing entrance is less crowded than the main portico.
💡 Go early on weekday mornings (10am) to avoid crowds. The permanent collection is free; special exhibitions cost extra.
💡 Walk the full length from Marble Arch to Kensington Palace (about 2.5 km) for the best cross-section of the park. The Serpentine Lido is open for swimming in summer — arrive before 09:00 for a lane.
💡 Walk from Hyde Park Corner to Kensington Palace via the Serpentine Bridge. Free deckchairs are available near the Lido (first come, first served). Avoid the paid boating unless you really want to.
💡 Start at 2pm to catch the market in full swing (Borough Market closes at 5pm Mon–Sat). No entry fee for any part of the walk itself. Cross Tower Bridge for a free view of the Tower of London.
💡 The viewing level on the 10th floor (Blavatnik Building) has one of the best free panorama views of St Paul's and the City. Entry is free; book a timed slot online.