🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom
Regency Hotel Westend
📍 19 Nottingham Pl, London W1U 5LQ, UK
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Your stay — Regency Hotel Westend
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The Property — Regency Hotel Westend
The Regency Hotel Westend is a straightforward, no-fuss 3-star in a quiet Marylebone mews off Edgware Road. Step inside and you get clean lines, decent soundproofing, and a reception that’s efficient rather than chatty. It suits the pragmatic traveller who wants a reliable base near Paddington and the West End without paying for frills. The selling point is location: you’re a short walk from Hyde Park, Marble Arch, and the tube, and the neighbourhood has proper cafés, not tourist-trap chains.
Chronicles of London
London began as a Roman settlement called Londinium around AD 43, built on the north bank of the Thames. The medieval core shrank after the Great Fire of 1666, which cleared the way for Christopher Wren’s classical churches, including St Paul’s. Victorian expansion swallowed villages, throwing up the grand terraces and parks you see in Marylebone. The city’s character today is a dense, layered mix of old money, new glass towers, and a fiercely global population that keeps its cultural scene raw and unpolished in a way Paris never quite manages.
Best Time to Visit
Full London guide →Best months
June and September: settled weather, long daylight (sunset after 9pm in June), and school holidays haven’t fully jammed the centre. Early July works too, but it’s hotter and pricier.
Peak / festival surge
August (school holidays, Notting Hill Carnival), July (Wimbledon), and December (Christmas markets) see hotel rates spike 30-40%. The Regency can hit £200/night in peak. Events like Pride in June also push occupancy hard.
Budget shoulder season
October and April: mild, fewer crowds, rates drop to around £120-140/night. You still get decent weather (10-15°C) and most attractions run full hours. Book early for Easter.
Weather & packing
London in June is famously unpredictable: you can get a 28°C afternoon followed by a chilly drizzle. Pack a light waterproof jacket and a thin jumper – you’ll likely wear both in the same day.
Live City Briefing — London
- Elizabeth line trains now run direct from Paddington to Abbey Wood, cutting cross-city journey times for Heathrow and Canary Wharf travellers.
- The new RHS Garden in the Sky at 120 Fenchurch Street (the ‘Walkie Talkie’) opened spring 2025 – a free public viewing platform with a 360° view, but pre-book a slot.
- London’s Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) expanded to cover the entire city area in August 2023; if you drive a petrol car older than 2005 into the M25, you’ll pay £12.50 a day.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Regency Hotel Westend, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a rear-facing room on the second or third floor. The back of the building overlooks the quieter mews houses behind Nottingham Place, away from the street.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid any room on the ground floor near the front. The hotel entrance opens directly onto Nottingham Place, a residential street with delivery vans and taxis from early morning. Also skip top-floor (third floor) rooms at the front: weaker Wi-Fi and traffic noise carry up.
Best views
From a rear-facing first- or second-floor room, you’ll see the backs of Georgian townhouses and small gardens. Front-facing rooms look onto Nottingham Place’s brick terraces and parked cars.
Quietest floors
Second floor (one above ground) is the quietest, as it sits above the breakfast room and reception noise but isn’t close to the roof or lift machinery.
🔊 Noise notes
Nottingham Place is a narrow street with regular traffic (black taxis, private hire cars, deliveries to the hotel and nearby restaurants). Q-Park Marylebone traffic adds daytime rumble. The hotel’s single lift can be heard from rooms next to it on each floor.
Insider tips
1. For parking, book Q-Park Marylebone online at least 24 hours ahead—drops from £35 to around £20 per 24 hours. 2. If you need the ramp for the entrance lip (about 2 cm), call reception a few minutes before arrival so a staffer meets you with it—it’s portable, not automatic.
- 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
Hotel Facilities — Regency Hotel Westend
Free basic Wi-Fi (up to 8 Mbps) for all guests, no login—just select the hotel network. Paid upgrade to 25 Mbps: £5 per 24 hours per device. Lobby signal strongest; top-floor rooms weaker.
One passenger lift serves all three floors; no stairs to any guest room.
Complimentary digital PressReader access on personal devices (login code from front desk). No physical newspapers delivered. Building is a converted Victorian townhouse, no notable heritage features.
Check-in from 14:00, check-out by 11:00. Bag drop available from 07:00 no charge. Late check-out until 14:00 for £20 (subject to availability); after 14:00 charged as full night.
Free for day of arrival and departure, left at reception; no secure locked facility—items stored behind front desk.
Level access from street via ramp (portable, staff-deployed); lift fits standard wheelchair. Step-free to reception, breakfast room, and two ground-floor accessible rooms. No grab bars or roll-in showers—standard bathroom only. Main entrance has a small lip (approx. 2 cm).
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park: Q-Park Marylebone, 5-minute walk, 240 spaces, £35 per 24 hours (book online in advance for lower rate). No EV charging on hotel premises; nearest public charger: Source London on Devonshire Place (3-minute walk), two 7 kW units, pay via app.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (included in room rate)
Deposit & card hold: First night charged on booking; £50 per room incidental hold on a credit or debit card at check-in, released at checkout
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Ukrainian Catholic Cathedral of The Holy Family in Exile (314 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: Hinde Street Methodist Church (318 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: All Souls Church (653 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Saint George's Hanover Square (686 m · ~9 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
West One — 225 m · ~3 min walk
Cavendish Square — 375 m · ~5 min walk
The Brown Collection — 314 m · ~4 min walk
Wigmore Hall — 206 m · ~3 min walk
Marylebone Green Playground — 1.5 km · ~19 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 163 m · ~2 min walk
John Bell & Croyden — 146 m · ~2 min walk
Yummy Bites — 236 m · ~3 min walk
Bond Street — 219 m · ~3 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Pound Sterling, GBP
Use high-street banks or post offices for fair rates; avoid airport and tourist bureau kiosks which typically offer poor rates and high commissions.
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted; contactless and mobile pay (Apple Pay, Google Pay) are standard in shops, restaurants, and transport.
Not obligatory. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is appreciated if service not included; round up taxi fares; £1-2 per bag for hotel porters.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee from a cafe or chain is about £2-3.
A sandwich or salad from a supermarket or takeaway costs £5-8.
A main course at a casual pub or pizzeria is around £12-18.
Market stalls at nearby street markets offer burgers, falafel, and baked potatoes for £5-8.
Tesco, Sainsbury's, and Waitrose are the main supermarkets in this area.
High-street chains like Uniqlo, M&S, and H&M on Oxford Street; charity shops on Marylebone High Street for bargains.
An Oyster card or contactless pay-as-you-go for bus (£1.75) and tube; a day tube pass costs about £8.40 (peak) or less off-peak. From Heathrow use the London Underground (Piccadilly line) direct to Baker Street for around £6.
Eat lunch from supermarket meal deals (sandwich, snack, drink for £3-4). Use TfL's daily cap on Oyster/contactless so you never pay more than a day pass. Many museums and galleries near W1U have free entry (note 'suggested donation' signs).
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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 Regency Hotel Westend
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 163 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · John Bell & Croyden — 146 m · ~2 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
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.
About London
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Regency Hotel Westend?
Request a rear-facing room on the second or third floor. The back of the building overlooks the quieter mews houses behind Nottingham Place, away from the street.
Which rooms should I avoid at Regency Hotel Westend?
Avoid any room on the ground floor near the front. The hotel entrance opens directly onto Nottingham Place, a residential street with delivery vans and taxis from early morning. Also skip top-floor (third floor) rooms at the front: weaker Wi-Fi and traffic noise carry up.
Is Regency Hotel Westend noisy?
Nottingham Place is a narrow street with regular traffic (black taxis, private hire cars, deliveries to the hotel and nearby restaurants). Q-Park Marylebone traffic adds daytime rumble. The hotel’s single lift can be heard from rooms next to it on each floor.
Which rooms have the best views at Regency Hotel Westend?
From a rear-facing first- or second-floor room, you’ll see the backs of Georgian townhouses and small gardens. Front-facing rooms look onto Nottingham Place’s brick terraces and parked cars.
What are insider tips for staying at Regency Hotel Westend?
1. For parking, book Q-Park Marylebone online at least 24 hours ahead—drops from £35 to around £20 per 24 hours. 2. If you need the ramp for the entrance lip (about 2 cm), call reception a few minutes before arrival so a staffer meets you with it—it’s portable, not automatic.
What time is check-in at Regency Hotel Westend?
Check-in at Regency Hotel Westend is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Regency Hotel Westend have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi (up to 8 Mbps) for all guests, no login—just select the hotel network. Paid upgrade to 25 Mbps: £5 per 24 hours per device. Lobby signal strongest; top-floor rooms weaker.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Regency Hotel Westend?
None (included in room rate)
Where can I eat cheaply near Regency Hotel Westend?
A sandwich or salad from a supermarket or takeaway costs £5-8.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Regency Hotel Westend?
An Oyster card or contactless pay-as-you-go for bus (£1.75) and tube; a day tube pass costs about £8.40 (peak) or less off-peak. From Heathrow use the London Underground (Piccadilly line) direct to Baker Street for around £6.
When is the best time to visit London?
June and September: settled weather, long daylight (sunset after 9pm in June), and school holidays haven’t fully jammed the centre. Early July works too, but it’s hotter and pricier.
Top Attractions in 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.