THE WINDMILL HOTEL, London

The hotel sits on a main road in Cricklewood, with bus routes to Paddington and central London stopping at the doorstep. Kilburn tube station (Jubilee line) is a 10-minute walk, providing a 30-40 minute journey to the West End and a 4-stop ride to Wembley Stadium. The area has a Wetherspoons pub across the road and multiple restaurants within a 3-minute walk (Indian, Ethiopian, Brasserie). While the immediate vicinity is busy and can feel less polished at night, the transport links make it a practical base for exploring London. The M1 motorway is a 5-minute drive, and on-site parking is available for those arriving by car.

The hotel offers single, twin, double, family, and triple rooms, each with a private shower room (with free toiletries and hairdryer), a wardrobe, and ironing facilities. Room sizes vary - singles are compact, while family and triples are often more spacious. Rooms have heating and electric fans (no air conditioning); windows can be opened for ventilation but street-facing rooms may experience traffic noise. Bed quality varies, with some finding the beds comfortable and others less so. Some rooms have had bed bug issues - it is advisable to check the mattress on arrival. Bathrooms are functional but can be very small in some rooms. There is no lift, so rooms on upper floors require stair access. Daily housekeeping is provided.

Breakfast is served as a continental buffet with hot drinks, juices, cereals, breads, croissants, eggs, jams, cold meats, cheeses, and fresh fruit. Children under 5 eat free, under 12 pay £5. The hotel does not have its own restaurant for lunch or dinner, but there is a Wetherspoons directly opposite for meals and drinks. Within a 3-minute walk, guests will find Costa Coffee and a variety of restaurants (Indian, Ethiopian, Italian, etc.). The bar on the ground floor offers live music and karaoke some evenings, and drinks at reasonable prices.

Leisure activities centre around the on-site bar, which hosts free live music performances and karaoke evenings, and provides a selection of board games for guests. The bar is a social hub with a friendly atmosphere and affordable drinks. There is no swimming pool, spa, or fitness centre. For outdoor activities, the neighbourhood offers parkland and walking routes, but the hotel's leisure offering is primarily indoor and social.

The hotel provides free Hyperoptic WiFi with multiple access points for strong coverage. Security features include 24-hour CCTV, smoke alarms, and secure door entry systems. Services include free daily housekeeping, express check-in/out, and luggage storage. Private parking is available on site at £15 per day, and must be reserved by phone (not possible online). Accessible parking, a parking garage, and an electric vehicle charging station are available. The hotel also offers free fax/photocopying. Baby cots are free on request. Pets are not allowed. There is no lift, so guests with mobility concerns should request a ground-floor room if available.