🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom
Z Hotels
📍 17 Moor St, London W1D 5AP, UK
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Your stay — Z Hotels
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The Property — Z Hotels
Z Hotels in London is a compact, minimalist affair that peddles sharp design at a sharp price. The lobby feels like a slick gallery lobby: concrete floors, moody lighting, a small bar with a few stools. It suits solo travellers and couples who plan to spend almost no time in the room and want a clean, silent capsule near Soho.
Chronicles of London
London began as the Roman settlement of Londinium around AD 50, a trading port on the Thames. After the Great Fire of 1666, Sir Christopher Wren rebuilt the City with Baroque churches, most famously St Paul’s. The Georgian and Victorian eras spread terraces, parks, and the Underground across a sprawling metropolis. Today, London is a financial, cultural and political capital whose skyline mixes medieval stone, glass towers and council estates—a layered, restless city.
Best Time to Visit
Full London guide →Best months
May to June offer long daylight hours and temperatures around 18-22°C, with many parks in full bloom before the peak school holiday crush in July and August. September also works: the weather stays mild, and cultural events like Open House London (September) are in full swing.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are the busiest months due to school holidays and summer festivals (e.g., Wimbledon, Notting Hill Carnival in late August). Hotel rates spike by 30-50%, and advance booking is essential. Central Tube stations can feel claustrophobic.
Budget shoulder season
April and October are the best shoulder months. Rain is possible but days are quieter, flights and hotels are often 20-30% cheaper, and you skip the worst crowds at the Tower of London and British Museum.
Weather & packing
London weather is famously fickle—four seasons in one day is not an exaggeration. Pack a light waterproof jacket and a thin wool or synthetic layer every single day, even if the morning starts blue. An umbrella that fits in a cross-body bag is your single most useful item.
Live City Briefing — London
- The Elizabeth line now runs fully through central London, cutting journey times from Heathrow to Tottenham Court Road (walkable to Z Hotels Soho) to about 30 minutes. No tube ticket upgrade needed.
- From late June, the City of London launches its annual 'Sculpture in the City' programme, placing contemporary artworks in churchyards and alleys around the Square Mile—free and largely unmarketed.
- Ulez (Ultra Low Emission Zone) has been extended to cover all Greater London boroughs. If you rent a car that isn’t compliant, daily charges of £12.50 apply in the zone.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Z Hotels, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floor 4 or 5 at the rear of the building (away from Moor Street). These top floors minimise street noise and lift traffic. The single lift means upper-floor rooms are quieter as fewer people pass by.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floor 1 (directly above the street-level entrance and reception) and any room facing Moor Street. This is a busy central London street with late-night pedestrian and vehicle noise. Ground-floor rooms (if not the accessible room) may also get lobby noise.
Best views
Rooms at the rear (northwest side) look over the Soho rooftops but no significant landmarks. Higher floors have better light but no park or notable vista. This is a compact central hotel, so views are urban.
Quietest floors
Floors 4 and 5 are quietest, furthest from ground-floor lobby and street activity.
🔊 Noise notes
Main noise sources: Moor Street traffic (taxis, deliveries, pedestrian chatter), the single lift (audible in adjacent rooms), and the entrance from street level (single step means no heavy vibration but door noise). Nearby Soho bars/clubs may carry sound late into night.
Insider tips
1. For parking, pre-book Q-Park Knightsbridge online (£28 for 24 hours vs £45 on arrival) and use the 3-minute walk. 2. Check in online if available to skip front-desk queue; ask at booking for the accessible room (ground floor, roll-in shower) if mobility is a concern—no ramp at entrance, just one step.
- 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 — Z Hotels
Free Wi-Fi for all guests; download speed approx 25 Mbps, upload 10 Mbps; no login constraints—just accept terms on splash page
One lift serves all 5 floors; no stairs-only sections
Complimentary digital PressReader access on mobile/tablet via hotel portal; no physical newspapers delivered
Check-in from 15:00; early bag drop allowed at no charge from 08:00; late check-out until 12:00 is free, after that £30 per hour until 14:00, then full night rate
Complimentary storage for same-day arrivals after check-out; open 08:00–22:00
Step-free from lift to all guest rooms and public areas; one accessible room on ground floor with wider doorways and roll-in shower (advance booking required); no ramp at main entrance—single step up from street level
No on-site parking; nearest public car park is Q-Park Knightsbridge at 2 Sloane Street (3-minute walk), £45 per 24 hours; no EV charging on site
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (VAT is included in the room rate; no separate city/tourist tax is charged by the hotel)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; a £50 per night incidental hold is placed on a credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: 以馬內利華人教堂 Emmanuel Chinese Church (133 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: St Martin-in-the-Fields (456 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: St Giles-in-the-Fields (642 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: French Protestant Church of London (720 m · ~9 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
The Arches Shopping — 701 m · ~9 min walk
Leicester Square — 88 m · ~1 min walk
British Optical Association Museum — 634 m · ~8 min walk
Leicester Square Theatre — 43 m · ~1 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 145 m · ~2 min walk
Watsons — 549 m · ~7 min walk
Bunsik — 174 m · ~2 min walk
Leicester Square — 193 m · ~2 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →British Pound, GBP
Avoid currency exchange bureaux at airports and tourist spots; use ATMs at high-street banks for better rates, but check your home bank's fees.
Contactless card and mobile pay (Apple Pay, Google Pay) are accepted almost everywhere, including on public transport; chip-and-PIN is standard.
Restaurants often add a 12.5% service charge; if not, 10-15% is normal. Tip taxis by rounding up to the nearest pound. Hotel porters get £1-2 per bag.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A simple filter coffee from a chain like Pret a Manger or a supermarket café is about £2–£3.
A sandwich or salad from a supermarket (Tesco, Sainsbury's) or a chain bakery costs £4–£6.
A pub main course (fish and chips, burger) is around £12–£18.
Markets like Borough Market or street food markets in Camden, Greenwich, or Southbank offer stalls with mains from £6–£10.
Budget chains: Tesco (Metro/Express), Sainsbury's (Local), Aldi, Lidl.
High-street chains: Primark, H&M, M&S, Uniqlo; markets like Spitalfields or Portobello Road for vintage/thrift.
An Oyster card or contactless pay-as-you-go is cheapest. A bus fare is £1.75 (capped at £5.25/day). From Heathrow: take the Piccadilly Line tube (approx £5.50) or National Express coach (from £6).
1. Use contactless or Oyster for capping daily travel costs across bus, tube, and tram. 2. Eat meal deals (sandwich, snack, drink) at supermarkets for lunch around £3.50. 3. Many major museums and galleries have free entry (book timed slots online).
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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 Z Hotels
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 145 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · Watsons — 549 m · ~7 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 Z Hotels?
Request a room on floor 4 or 5 at the rear of the building (away from Moor Street). These top floors minimise street noise and lift traffic. The single lift means upper-floor rooms are quieter as fewer people pass by.
Which rooms should I avoid at Z Hotels?
Avoid rooms on floor 1 (directly above the street-level entrance and reception) and any room facing Moor Street. This is a busy central London street with late-night pedestrian and vehicle noise. Ground-floor rooms (if not the accessible room) may also get lobby noise.
Is Z Hotels noisy?
Main noise sources: Moor Street traffic (taxis, deliveries, pedestrian chatter), the single lift (audible in adjacent rooms), and the entrance from street level (single step means no heavy vibration but door noise). Nearby Soho bars/clubs may carry sound late into night.
Which rooms have the best views at Z Hotels?
Rooms at the rear (northwest side) look over the Soho rooftops but no significant landmarks. Higher floors have better light but no park or notable vista. This is a compact central hotel, so views are urban.
What are insider tips for staying at Z Hotels?
1. For parking, pre-book Q-Park Knightsbridge online (£28 for 24 hours vs £45 on arrival) and use the 3-minute walk. 2. Check in online if available to skip front-desk queue; ask at booking for the accessible room (ground floor, roll-in shower) if mobility is a concern—no ramp at entrance, just one step.
What time is check-in at Z Hotels?
Check-in at Z Hotels is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Z Hotels have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi for all guests; download speed approx 25 Mbps, upload 10 Mbps; no login constraints—just accept terms on splash page
Is there a city or tourist tax at Z Hotels?
None (VAT is included in the room rate; no separate city/tourist tax is charged by the hotel)
Where can I eat cheaply near Z Hotels?
A sandwich or salad from a supermarket (Tesco, Sainsbury's) or a chain bakery costs £4–£6.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Z Hotels?
An Oyster card or contactless pay-as-you-go is cheapest. A bus fare is £1.75 (capped at £5.25/day). From Heathrow: take the Piccadilly Line tube (approx £5.50) or National Express coach (from £6).
When is the best time to visit London?
May to June offer long daylight hours and temperatures around 18-22°C, with many parks in full bloom before the peak school holiday crush in July and August. September also works: the weather stays mild, and cultural events like Open House London (September) are in full swing.
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.