Description
Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a hair salon. This Victorian hotel also features a fireplace in the lobby, a reception hall, and bike storage.. Featured amenities include express check-in, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite..
A stay at Athena places you in the heart of London, within a 5-minute drive of Hyde Park and Oxford Street. This hotel is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Royal Albert Hall and 2 mi (3.2 km) from Kensington Palace.. Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer. Hyde Park - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi Kensington Gardens - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi Paddington Central - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi Marble Arch - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi Park Lane - 1.2 km / 0.8 mi Baker Street - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi Selfridges - 1.5 km / 0.9 mi Madame Tussauds Wax Museum - 1.5 km / 0.9 mi Regent's Park - 1.7 km / 1 mi Marylebone High Street - 1.8 km / 1.1 mi Kensington High Street - 1.8 km / 1.1 mi Kensington Palace - 1.9 km / 1.2 mi Royal Albert Hall - 1.9 km / 1.2 mi Bond Street - 2 km / 1.3 mi Oxford Street - 2.1 km / 1.3 mi The nearest airports are: London City Airport (LCY) - 20.2 km / 12.6 mi Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 27.8 km / 17.3 mi Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 95.6 km / 59.4 mi Luton Airport (LTN) - 50.5 km / 31.4 mi Farnborough (FAB) - 63.5 km / 39.5 mi The preferred airport for Athena is Heathrow Airport (LHR). . Near Marble Arch.
Enjoy a meal at Athena Hotel or snacks in the hotel's coffee shop/cafe. Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held daily. Continental breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee..
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- Heating (free of charge)
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- Laundry Service
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- Maid
- Reception
- 24-hour reception
- Concierge service
- Multilingual staff
- Entertainment
- Books
- Parking
- Nearby parking
- Parking
- Smoking
- Smoking area
- Services
- Café
- Car rental
- Cash machine at the hotel
- Currency exchange
- Fax/photocopier
- Fireplace
- Hair dryer
- Hairdresser / Barber
- Library
- Luggage storage
- Newspapers
- Private check-in / check-out
- Public bathroom
- Safe
- Sale of tickets
- Sale of tours
- Security
- Supermarket in hotel
- Vending machines
- Bars
- Coffee/tea in public areas
- Restaurants
- High chairs
- Kids buffet
- Menu for diabetics (on request)
- Restaurant guide
- Accessibility
- Wheelchair access
- Check-in/Check-out
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Based on 215 reviews
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This accommodation stands out for being in the heart of London
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Peter R
31/05/2026
“Just the place for a convenient stay in London”
We stayed at the Athena Hotel in Sussex Gardens for 6 nights. It’s located near Paddington so tube/ buses are available and there are many restaurants and pubs nearby. For us a major advantage was being able to park the car outside the hotel for a charge of £20/day and the location is just outside … more
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yuliavw
26/05/2026
“lovely cosy hotel”
it was lovely and cosy hotel with friendly staff. Room was compact but comfortable and very tidy. overall lovely hotel and would stay there again
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Dorothy S
17/05/2026
“One night stay with friends”
I would recommend this hotel. The receptionist was so helpful when I booked. She accommodated myself and 2 friends in a room with 3 singles beds which was quiet and well ventilated which was exactly what we asked for. We were very pleased. The breakfast was very good for the inclusive price. T… more
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Jay W
Saint Paul, Minnesota
12/05/2026
“Would stay here again.”
Excellent location 3 blocks from Paddington Station in a quiet, upscale neighborhood, surrounded by a diversity of restaurants. We were there 4 nights. Good breakfast. Business-like staff.
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Jeanette G
08/05/2026
“Lovely stay on s lovely street in London. Convenient to Paddington Station”
The Athena Hotel is a charming, small hotel on a beautiful street near Hyde Park and Paddington Station. The staff were accommodating, their breakfast was the best I had in London. Try the porridge! There was no air conditioning in our room so this may be an important factor in your stay. Perhap… more
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