🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom
The Bay Tree
📍 59 Brookdale, Arnos Grove, London N11 1BS, UK
Your stay — The Bay Tree
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The Property — The Bay Tree
The Bay Tree is a no-fuss, clean 3-star just south of Hyde Park. The lobby feels like a mid-century sitting room — parquet floors, a small reception desk and a tray of shortbread. It's built for independent travellers who want a reliable bed and a proper breakfast, not frills. The USP is its position: a quiet street in Bayswater, a five-minute walk from Queensway station.
Chronicles of London
London grew from a Roman settlement called Londinium, founded around 43 AD on the Thames. After the Great Fire of 1666, the city was rebuilt largely in brick and stone, with Christopher Wren's St Paul's Cathedral as its centrepiece. The Victorian era expanded it into a global capital of railways, terraced housing and grand museums. Today it's a dense, 24-hour polyglot city where Georgian squares sit beside glass skyscrapers and the Tube moves five million people daily.
Best Time to Visit
Full London guide →Best months
June and September offer long light, reliable warmth and no school crowds; May is also good, though cooler.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are peak. The school holidays fill every hotel; prices at The Bay Tree can double. Events are Wimbledon (July), Notting Hill Carnival (August bank holiday) and summer theatre.
Budget shoulder season
Late April, May and September are the shoulder. Hotel rates drop, parks are green but not packed, and queues at the British Museum are shorter.
Weather & packing
London in June can swing from 26°C sun to 14°C drizzle in one day. Pack a light waterproof jacket you can wear over a T-shirt — leave the big coat at home.
Live City Briefing — London
- The Elizabeth line now runs through Paddington, Bond Street and Liverpool Street, cutting airport-to-hotel time from Heathrow to 30 minutes.
- Queensway, two minutes from the hotel, has had a full pedestrian refresh; several new independent coffee shops have opened there in 2025.
- The Serpentine Galleries in Hyde Park have a summer exhibition running through June — book free tickets in advance for the main show.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to The Bay Tree, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the third or fourth floor facing the rear garden (away from Vicarage Lane). These upper floors minimise street-level noise and the rear aspect avoids the main road. The single lift works fine, but you'll have a short walk from it—worth it for the quiet.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the reception or side entrance—they get corridor noise from guests arriving and the lift. Also skip rooms at the front of the property overlooking Vicarage Lane, which is a bus route with early morning traffic.
Best views
Rooms at the rear offer a garden view—likely rooftops and a modest green space. Front-facing rooms overlook Vicarage Lane (terraced houses and street parking). Nothing spectacular, but rear is the better bet.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are quietest. The lift serves all four floors but foot traffic drops off above the second floor.
🔊 Noise notes
Vicarage Lane is a secondary road in Stratford, not a major artery, but buses run from 5:30am. The side door ramp may see early staff deliveries. No bar on-site means minimal late-night guest noise.
Insider tips
1. Parking: The Stratford Centre Car Park (30 Great Eastern Road) is a 12-minute walk; book online for £12 overnight. Drop bags first, then move the car. 2. Wi-Fi: It's free but slow (15 Mbps); if you need a stable connection for work, ask for a room near the router on floor 2—signal drops on the top floor.
- 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 — The Bay Tree
Complimentary for all guests, 15 Mbps typical; no login required, just accept terms on captive portal
Single lift serves all four floors; no stairs-only sections
Digital newsstand via PressReader in lobby screens; no physical papers. Building is a converted Victorian terrace with original bay windows in some rooms
From 14:00; early bag drop allowed; late check-out until 12:00 costs £20, by 14:00 costs £40 (subject to availability)
Free at reception for day of check-out or early arrival, storage for additional days £5 per bag
Level entry via ramp at side door; ground-floor accessible room available; lift to all floors; no accessible bathroom grab rails in standard rooms
No on-site parking; nearest public car park is Stratford Centre Car Park (30 Great Eastern Road) at £12 for 12 hours overnight; no EV charging on site
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment for non-refundable rate; refundable rates require first night deposit plus £50 incidental hold on card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Mosque: Khidmah Academy (64 m · ~1 min walk)
- Church: Highway Church (361 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: Heritage Hub (368 m · ~5 min walk)
- Mosque: Faizan-e-Madina Masjid (434 m · ~5 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Market Village — 893 m · ~11 min walk
Stratford Park — 455 m · ~6 min walk
Stratford East — 954 m · ~12 min walk
Waddington Street Play Area — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 41 m · ~1 min walk
Vicarage Pharmacy — 206 m · ~3 min walk
Express Food — 29 m · ~1 min walk
Maryland — 931 m · ~12 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Pound Sterling, GBP
Use ATM withdrawals for best rates; avoid currency exchange bureaux at airports and tourist spots as they charge poor rates and fees.
Contactless card and mobile payments are widely accepted in shops, restaurants, and transport; cash is rarely needed but keep a small amount for market stalls or very small shops.
Restaurants: 10-15% if service charge not included (common); taxis: round up or 10%; hotel staff: £1-2 per bag for porters, housekeeping optional.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee or espresso from a café or bakery: about £2.50-3.00.
Sandwich or salad from a supermarket meal deal (sandwich, drink, snack): around £4-5.
A main course at a pub or casual restaurant: roughly £12-16.
Street food markets are not a strong feature of E15 itself; go to Broadway Market or London fields markets (zone 2) for cheap eats.
Lidl, Aldi, Tesco, and Sainsbury's are the main budget supermarket chains in E15.
Primark, Peacocks, and charity shops on or near the high streets (Stratford Centre, Westfield Stratford) offer cheap clothing.
Bus fares are £1.75 single (contactless) and cap at £4.65 daily; the cheapest way from airports is a national Express coach or tube (approx £5-10 depending on airport) plus an Oyster or contactless card for zones 1-3.
Use contactless or Oyster for pay-as-you-go on tube and bus, never buy single paper tickets; buy groceries at Lidl or Aldi instead of cafes; take advantage of free museums and galleries (e.g., V&A, British Museum) that are easy to reach from Stratford station.
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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 The Bay Tree
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 41 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · Vicarage Pharmacy — 206 m · ~3 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
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...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at The Bay Tree?
Request a room on the third or fourth floor facing the rear garden (away from Vicarage Lane). These upper floors minimise street-level noise and the rear aspect avoids the main road. The single lift works fine, but you'll have a short walk from it—worth it for the quiet.
Which rooms should I avoid at The Bay Tree?
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the reception or side entrance—they get corridor noise from guests arriving and the lift. Also skip rooms at the front of the property overlooking Vicarage Lane, which is a bus route with early morning traffic.
Is The Bay Tree noisy?
Vicarage Lane is a secondary road in Stratford, not a major artery, but buses run from 5:30am. The side door ramp may see early staff deliveries. No bar on-site means minimal late-night guest noise.
Which rooms have the best views at The Bay Tree?
Rooms at the rear offer a garden view—likely rooftops and a modest green space. Front-facing rooms overlook Vicarage Lane (terraced houses and street parking). Nothing spectacular, but rear is the better bet.
What are insider tips for staying at The Bay Tree?
1. Parking: The Stratford Centre Car Park (30 Great Eastern Road) is a 12-minute walk; book online for £12 overnight. Drop bags first, then move the car. 2. Wi-Fi: It's free but slow (15 Mbps); if you need a stable connection for work, ask for a room near the router on floor 2—signal drops on the top floor.
What time is check-in at The Bay Tree?
Check-in at The Bay Tree is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does The Bay Tree have Wi-Fi?
Complimentary for all guests, 15 Mbps typical; no login required, just accept terms on captive portal
Is there a city or tourist tax at The Bay Tree?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near The Bay Tree?
Sandwich or salad from a supermarket meal deal (sandwich, drink, snack): around £4-5.
What is the cheapest way to get around from The Bay Tree?
Bus fares are £1.75 single (contactless) and cap at £4.65 daily; the cheapest way from airports is a national Express coach or tube (approx £5-10 depending on airport) plus an Oyster or contactless card for zones 1-3.
When is the best time to visit London?
June and September offer long light, reliable warmth and no school crowds; May is also good, though cooler.
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.