The Darlington Hyde Park

Hotels
8.6 (2115 reviews)
111 - 117 Sussex Gardens, Paddington , London , gb

Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Heating
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Laundry
Safety deposit box
Non-smoking throughout
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Clean rooms
Cons:
Limited breakfast options
Noise from outside
Temperature control issues

Categories

Cleanliness
8.25
Overall clean in most reviews, but a few instances of unclean aspects reported.
Service
8.85
Staff described as helpful and friendly, contributing positively to the stay.
Location
9.05
Multiple reviews highlighted the great location being close to public transport and attractions.
Room Quality
8.55
Rooms were mostly comfortable and spacious but some mentioned noise and temperature issues.
Amenities
8.45
Some suggestions for additional amenities like a fridge and better breakfast options.
Value for Money
8.65
Good value considering the location and overall experience reported.
Food and Beverage
8.35
Breakfast received positive remarks, although options were somewhat limited.
Overall Experience
8.65
Guests expressed satisfaction with their overall stay despite minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 22:31

Property Description

Victorian Charm in London's West End

Convenient Location: Just a 5-minute walk from Paddington Station and Heathrow Express Terminal, The Darlington offers easy access to top attractions like Oxford Street and West End theatres.

Modern Comforts: Enjoy spacious rooms equipped with HD LCD TVs, refrigerators, and personal safes for a comfortable stay.

Delicious Breakfast Options: Start your day with a complimentary continental breakfast in the hotel conservatory, or opt for a full English breakfast for an additional charge.

Ready to experience Victorian elegance and modern convenience in London? Book your stay at The Darlington Hyde Park now.

Important information:

Please note that the card used for payment needs to be presented on arrival to validate your booking.

Children up to 2 years old stay in baby cot provided at no extra cost (must be arranged in advance). Children over 2 years are considered as adults.

Please contact the property for further information in regards to 3rd party payments.

Breakfast times:
Monday- Friday 07:00- 09:30
Saturday & Sunday (bank holidays included): 07:30 - 10:00

Use of the washing machine is GBP 4 and includes washing tablets or powder. Dryer is GBP 2.

When booking 4 rooms or more different terms and conditions will apply.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
Airport code: LHR

Property Policies

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 2115 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.25
Service: 8.85
Location: 9.05
Room Quality: 8.55
Amenities: 8.45
Value for Money: 8.65
Food and Beverage: 8.35
Overall Experience: 8.65
M
martyn solo_traveller gb
6
Pros:

Big room

Cons:

Location

2026-07-25 via Nuitee
Y
Yvonne family_with_children de
8
Pros:

Super Lage Nähe Padington Station.

2026-07-25 via Nuitee
K
Karina solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

Excellent location, clean, friendly and helpful staff

Cons:

Very basic breakfast. Breakfast bar could be open longer ( closes at 9.30am).

2026-07-24 via Nuitee
A
alessandro solo_traveller it
9
Excellent stay
Pros:

Corresponding to all my expectations.

Cons:

Excess cost of luggage deposit beyond 2pm

2026-07-24 via Nuitee
J
John couple gb
10
Pros:

Location

2026-07-22 via Nuitee
L
Laura solo_traveller it
9
Soggiorno piacevole
Pros:

La posizione, la pulizia, colazione continentale o inglese buona

Cons:

Nulla

2026-07-22 via Nuitee
J
John couple gb
10
Pros:

Location

2026-07-22 via Nuitee
S
SOFIA couple it
8
2026-07-22 via Nuitee
A
Andrea family_with_children de
8
Zentrale Lage, gute Ausstattung, freundliches Personal
Pros:

Gut eingerichtete Zimmer
Solide und zentrale Lage
Gutes Frühstück!
Sehr freundliches Personal

2026-07-18 via Nuitee
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Olivia solo_traveller gb
8
Really decent hotel in a perfect location.
Pros:

The staff were lovely and very friendly. The room was clean and we had all the basics we needed, including soap and shower gel. The continental breakfast was sufficient and we could have ordered the cooked breakfast if we had wanted. The checkout time was not too early and to be able to drop off or leave our bags at the hotel while we went out on our first and final days was really useful.
It is a perfect location for walking anywhere in Central London or travelling to and from Paddington.

Cons:

The fridge didn't really work and despite being given fans, the room was boiling as there was no fresh air coming in from the windows, due to the position of the room.
The breakfast was fine but the tea was horrible! Probably the worst I've ever had! The staff were great though.

2026-07-16 via Nuitee
L
Laura solo_traveller it
8
Pros:

La.pulizia

Cons:

Privi di aria condizionata abbiamo sofferto il caldo

2026-07-16 via Nuitee
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sole-luna family_with_children it
10
2026-07-16 via Nuitee
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Ovidiu couple ro
6
Great location. Choose a hotel with air conditioning
Pros:

Great location.

Cons:

While everyone understands that there was a heatwave, it was impossible to stay in the rooms during those couple of days. No air conditioning, windows opening only a few centimeters. There was a standing ventilator in the room but too little for how hot was in the room

2026-07-14 via Nuitee
E
Eva solo_traveller es
9
Acogedor, familiar
Pros:

La ubicación, amplitud de la habitación y limpieza.
Personal muy amable

Cons:

Hizo mucho calor en Londres y la habitación contaba con dos ventiladores pero estos eran muy ruidosos, no se podía dormir con ellos

2026-07-14 via Nuitee
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Lisa family_with_children gb
7
Comfortable
Pros:

Spacious room with large ensuite
Great location, walking distance to Hyde park.

Cons:

Breakfast options

2026-07-13 via Nuitee
C
Cindy solo_traveller gb
2
Dated, dirty and dingy
Pros:

Booking-in staff member was great

Cons:

Dirty room, dated, hot, lack of security, poor condition of room, bathroom dire

2026-07-13 via Nuitee
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Ana solo_traveller es
8
Correcte
Pros:

Está molt ben situar i net

Cons:

El servei es molt sec, correcte pero sense gaires explicacions de res

2026-07-11 via Nuitee
S
Sebastian couple co
10
Hotel recomendado
Pros:

La ubicación y muy aseado

Cons:

Poner un mejor ventilador, en dias de calor era muy ruidoso y venteaba poco

2026-07-09 via Nuitee
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kimberleyjayne2016 Couples Southampton, Hampshire, England
6
Great location but not a great stay
Pros:

Front of house staff really helpful and friendly. Dining staff attentive. The room was basic with no air con. Fan provides offered minimal comfort. Bathroom we asked for accessible shower but given one over the bath with an incredibly high step. The TV is far too small for the size of the room. Quality of cooked breakfast was poor value for money. Location is good as close to station and Hyde Park.
If we did stay again, it would not be in the summer as the room was uncomfortably hot and we did not sleep well.

2026-07-07 via Tripadvisor
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Stefano family_with_children it
9
Soggiorno piacevole ,hotel in ottima posizione,pulito e staff molto gentile
Pros:

Posizione pulizia e colazione (semplice ma buona)

2026-07-07 via Nuitee