Bob W London Olympia

Hotels
7.8 (580 reviews)
31-33 Holland Rd , London , gb

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Heating
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Non-smoking throughout
Private check-in/check-out
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean and comfortable rooms
Good location near transport
Cons:
Inconsistent service availability
Noise issues affecting sleep

Categories

Cleanliness
8.19
The rooms were mentioned to be clean and welcoming.
Service
7.66
Mixed reviews on service availability and online support.
Location
8.2
Generally good location near transport and points of interest.
Room Quality
7.15
Some complaints about noise and the size of rooms.
Amenities
8.18
Basic amenities were well received, though service issues noted.
Value for Money
7.64
Rated as good value for the location, but expectations weren't fully met.
Food and Beverage
7.19
Breakfast experience indicated a lack of communication.
Overall Experience
8.16
Overall positive, with some significant issues noted.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-10 20:13

Property Description

Prime Location in London
Embrace the heart of London's culture and charm at Bob W London Olympia. Located just moments away from iconic landmarks and attractions, your stay here guarantees an unforgettable experience.

Comfortable and Convenient
Relax in our air-conditioned rooms with modern amenities including free WiFi. Enjoy a restful night's sleep on our cozy beds with plush bed linen and towels provided.

Delicious Dining Options
Start your day right with a delicious à la carte breakfast served at our hotel. Savor a variety of culinary delights to fuel your adventures in the bustling city.

Book your stay at Bob W London Olympia today and immerse yourself in the vibrant tapestry of London's rich heritage and contemporary allure.

Important information:

Complimentary cleaning service is only offered for stays of 7 nights or more.

Breakfast is served at a nearby local café, handpicked by Bob W.
Breakfast opening hours:
Weekdays: 08:00 - 15:00
Weekends: 09:00 - 15:00This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

7.8
Based on 580 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.19
Service: 7.66
Location: 8.2
Room Quality: 7.15
Amenities: 8.18
Value for Money: 7.64
Food and Beverage: 7.19
Overall Experience: 8.16
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Güneş solo_traveller tr
8
2026-07-17 via Nuitee
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SAAYA solo_traveller jp
5
夏にはおすすめしない
Pros:

建物と部屋自体は新しく清潔感があった。
夏以外ならおすすめできると思う。

Cons:

私が予約時にしっかり確認しなかったのが悪いのですが、日当たりがよくクーラーがないため、夜になってもなかなか熱気が逃げずとても暑かった。問い合わせてもAIから同じ返答が来るばかりで解決しなかった。
立地としては駅が近くにあるが、あまり便利な路線ではなかった。私は毎回20分近く歩いて別の駅を利用していた。

2026-07-16 via Nuitee
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Nilu solo_traveller gb
3
Airless
Pros:

The cleanliness

Cons:

The bedrooms are built-In units with absolutely no ventilation

2026-07-15 via Nuitee
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Felix solo_traveller se
3
2026-07-15 via Nuitee
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Johanna couple ar
1
Cons:

Un desastre la habitación que nos asignaron no cumplía con las características de la publicación.
Hice la reserva 2 días antes, en la semana más calurosa del año y la habitación no tenía ventanas, no corría el aire y no se podía estar más de 5 minutos ahí. La solución me la dieron al día siguiente, por lo tanto tuve que buscar otro hotel para esa noche.

2026-07-14 via Nuitee
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Zane couple lv
1
Would not recommend during warm months and the price is not adequate for what it is even in colder months, when there is
Pros:

It is a somewhat good location.

Cons:

There is no proper ventilation in the hotel, and the whole hotel is like a sauna. The outside temperature was always lower than the inside temperature and it was not possible to stay inside for longer than 5 minutes during the day. Also, the window cannot be opened more than 10 cm and the water never got cold enough to be able to properly cool down. I did inform the staff, they were unhelpful and not proactive - promised to change the room (which would most likely not help the situation), but never did it. The room was somewhat clean, but sheets had weird stains and some trash was left behind.

2026-07-14 via Nuitee
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Paulo family_with_children pt
2
Experiência Horrível
Pros:

Localização

Cons:

Quarto muito muito pequeno, sem ar condicionado, casa de banho minúscula, a tampa da sanita estava partida, o espaço disponível entre a sanita e o lavatório é minúsculo e não permite a uma pessoa normal sentar-se!
O tema do ar condicionado foi minimizado com a colocação de uma ventoinha no quarto mas isso não foi suficiente

2026-07-12 via Nuitee
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philippe solo_traveller fr
5
penible
Cons:

la chambre 304 en sous sol avait une temperature de 40 degres pendant les deux jours
je pense qu elle etait coincée entre la laverie et les chauffe eaux et pas de ventilateur et fenetre minuscule
un avant gout de l enfer!!

2026-07-12 via Nuitee
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Elan couple za
3
2026-07-09 via Nuitee
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Fiorella solo_traveller it
8
2026-07-06 via Nuitee
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Gina extended_group no
3
Pros:

Vifta på rommet slutta å fungere. Ringte 3 ganger og spurte om ny. Tok 3 netter før vi fikk en ny vifte. Den blåste mest varmluft og lukta brent. I tillegg var det hetebølge i London så var hvertfall 30 grader på rommet. Ikke fornøyd!

Cons:

Når det ikke er resepsjon så må man få hjelp når man ringer

2026-07-06 via Nuitee
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Kristin couple no
7
2026-07-05 via Nuitee
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Kim family_with_children se
5
Extremely warm hotel with no AC, but nice breakfast option.
Pros:

The breakfast at the nearby cafe was very nice. It's situated in a nice residential area with shopping options available on Kensington High Street.

Cons:

The hotel was extremely hot during our stay and there was no AC available, just a fan part of the stay.
We were asked(forced) to move room for the last day of our stay due to an issue with the bathroom (that's fine, things happen, we understand). However, the new room we moved into had no fan installed and the room was extremely hot. We did ask the manager to provide a fan to the room, but it never arrived.
Using phone access to the hotel via a key feature on one's own phone worked okay eventually, once we learned not to close down the landing page. It's however not optimal as you always have to have you phone available and charged or you can otherwise not enter the hotel or your room.

2026-07-05 via Nuitee
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Klaus solo_traveller at
2
Heiße Zimmer im Keller
Pros:

Lage war ideal

Cons:

Extrem heiße Zimmer im Keller und keine Möglichkeit ein Fenster zu öffnen. Die Räume hatten eine konstante Zimmer Temperatur von 30 Grad, obwohl es draußen nicht mehr als 23 Grad hatte. Keinerlei Frischluftzufuhr irgendwo

2026-07-03 via Nuitee
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Ryan solo_traveller gb
2
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Blocked toilet full of toilet paper. Maintenance didn't fix.

2026-07-01 via Nuitee
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Cara couple gb
1
Avoid at all costs
Pros:

Good location & bathroom was clean.

Cons:

I rarely leave negative reviews, but this experience was so appalling that I feel compelled to warn other travellers.

The room itself was actually very nice, and the bathroom was clean and well presented. Unfortunately, none of that mattered because the temperature in the room was absolutely unbearable. It was ridiculously hot—so hot that I genuinely could not stay in it. As someone who is pregnant, I found the conditions bordering on dangerous. Although London has been hot recently, it had cooled this week, and the weather outside was quite mild, which made the temperature inside the room even more shocking.

To make matters worse, the room was on the ground floor and the windows were sealed shut, so there was absolutely no ventilation. There was a fan in the room, but it was broken and therefore completely useless. The room essentially became an oven.

I contacted customer service and was met with astonishing rudeness. The employee I spoke to suggested that if my room was too hot, I should spend time in the communal pantry instead. She also told me that I should have checked the hotel’s amenities list before booking. I am a seasoned traveller and have stayed in countless hotels around the world, and I have never experienced anything remotely like this.

I arrived at the property at around 8.30pm as a lone female traveller, expecting to settle in for the evening. Instead, I found myself having to make alternative arrangements late at night because the room was simply uninhabitable. Despite being unable to stay in the room at all, the hotel refused to provide any refund.

I am still in disbelief at how poorly this situation was handled. The customer service representative refused to give me her name and then hung up on me. The complete lack of empathy, professionalism and basic duty of care was staggering.

This was my first stay at this property, and it will most certainly be my last.

2026-07-01 via Nuitee
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Amer solo_traveller gb
8
2026-06-30 via Nuitee
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FlawlessCode solo_traveller si
10
2026-06-30 via Nuitee
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zosia solo_traveller pl
8
Pros:

Pokój czysty, widać że był remontowany niedawno. Lokalizacja fajna, blisko do stacji.

Cons:

Brak klimatyzacji w pokoju przy upale 36° nie dało się normalnie funkcjonować w pokoju, na dworze bylo chłodniej i fajnie by było moc otworzyć przynajmniej bardziej okno.

2026-06-29 via Nuitee
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Lorraine couple ie
6
2026-06-29 via Nuitee