ALEXANDRA HOTEL, London

Alexandra Hotel occupies a Victorian townhouse in Paddington, a leafy and safe area with excellent transport links. Paddington Station (5 min walk) provides direct access to Heathrow via the Elizabeth Line, and the underground connects to Oxford Street (15 min walk), Regent's Park and Madame Tussauds. Lancaster Gate and Edgware Road stations are also within a 5-minute walk. The immediate surroundings are lively with numerous restaurants, cafes, and convenience stores. The neighbourhood is well-lit and feels safe, even when returning late. Hyde Park is a 2-minute walk, making it easy to reach Winter Wonderland or relax in the park.

Breakfast is a continental spread: toast, cheese, ham, boiled eggs, cereal, yoghurt, juices, and tea/coffee. The choice is limited and does not include cooked items, fresh fruit, or gluten-free options. The dining room can be busy; staff begin clearing up shortly before 9:15. Those who want a wider selection will find many cafés and restaurants within a 5-minute walk around the hotel. No restaurant is on-site for lunch or dinner.