HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS PARK ROYAL BY IHG, London

The hotel sits in an industrial area of Park Royal, next to the A40. North Acton station is directly adjacent, providing a fast route to Oxford Street, the West End, and landmarks like Buckingham Palace and the British Museum. Bus stop 440 outside the hotel connects to Wembley Stadium in about 40 minutes. Heathrow is a 40-minute rail journey. The immediate neighbourhood is commercial and quiet at night, with Tesco Express, Sainsbury's and Costa Coffee within a few minutes' walk. Westfield London shopping centre is two tube stops away. For drivers, the A40 provides quick access to the M4 and M1.

Rooms are modern and practical, featuring a comfortable bed with a choice of firm or soft pillows. The private bathroom is equipped with a power shower, hairdryer and complimentary toiletries. Tea and coffee making facilities are provided. Room sizes are generally spacious for central London standards. Some rooms have views of the London skyline. Soundproofing can vary - rooms facing the railway line may experience train noise, and corridors can carry sound from neighbouring rooms. Triple-glazed windows help reduce external noise. Housekeeping is daily, with fresh towels and bedding. No in-room safes or fridges, but luggage storage and fridge space are available at the front desk. Family rooms accommodate up to two adults and two children (up to age 12) with a double bed and a sofa bed.

Breakfast is served daily in the Great Room and includes scrambled eggs, sausages, bacon, baked beans, hash browns, tomatoes, cereals, pastries, yoghurt, fruit, toast and a choice of hot drinks. Gluten-free bread is available on request. The breakfast can become busy at peak times, with occasional short delays in plate and cutlery replenishment. For the rest of the day, the Express Café and Bar offers pizza and lite bites 24 hours, plus a selection of alcoholic and soft drinks. A full evening restaurant service is not available. Two supermarkets (Tesco and Sainsbury's) are directly opposite the hotel for self-catering. The bar has a large plasma screen for sports events.

WiFi is available free in all rooms and public areas. The 24-hour front desk can assist with tours, late check-out requests and storage of luggage before check-in or after check-out. A business centre offers printing, copying and fax services. Meeting rooms are available for up to 14 delegates with natural light, free WiFi and audio-visual equipment. Daily housekeeping is included; dry cleaning and ironing service are available for a charge. The property has ramp access, lifts, wheelchair-accessible rooms with grab bars and turning space, and accessible parking. The hotel accepts American Express, Visa, Maestro and MasterCard. No airport shuttle is offered.