The Darlington Hyde Park

Hotels
8.6 (2094 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 2094 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
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Paula solo_traveller gb
3
Pros:

Wash clean

Cons:

The bed was tiny
Tv was size of postage stamp
The toilet room holder was in mad place and kept banging our elbow on it

2026-07-04 via Nuitee
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Ann solo_traveller gb
3
Overnight stay at the Darlington Hyde Hotel London.
Pros:

We liked the Reception staff.

The room was cool and a good size

Cons:

I had emailed in advance to check that they could provide a gluten free and dairy free continental breakfast.

I received an email assuring me that gluten free cereals and bread were available and soya milk.

We went to breakfast and met quite unhelpful staff who initially asked if my two daughters wanted white or brown toast. They then said they only had a few slices of brown gluten free bread which was duly toasted

There were no gluten free cereals or soya milk available so they both had two slices of gluten free bread toast and a glass of fruit juice for £13. One of my daughters did ask for fried egg and was initially told that's an extra £3 which your lovely receptionist didn't charge us for on leaving.

Considering the fact that they had so much notice (I booked ages ago) the breakfast for me was fine but so disappointing for my daughters. Had we known that no effort was being made to provide a reasonable breakfast for the price we would have not included it and bought something delicious and at similar cost else in London.

We are all really disappointed with it. The coffee wasn't great either as it was cold.

Sorry wouldn't recommend this to other GF/dairy sensitive folk.

2026-07-04 via Nuitee
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Rachel solo_traveller gb
5
Pros:

Staff were lovely

Cons:

Bed was lumpy, room was hot, no air con or fan, expensive for what it was

2026-07-04 via Nuitee
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Nina solo_traveller dk
8
Pros:

Store værelser, rigtig god beliggenhed

Cons:

Fin, men simpel og lidt kedelig morgenmad

2026-07-02 via Nuitee
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Axel Ronaldo solo_traveller gt
7
Pros:

Attentive staff, room was clean

Cons:

Room is small, probably would have felt roomier if the bed was placed in a corner of the room. I arrived during the severe heatwaves that hit London last week and could barely open the window the get any relief (the window was bolted in so couldn't open it all the way). No AC. I traveled for business so it was not as comfortable of a stay as I would have wished.

2026-07-01 via Nuitee
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Sabrina family_with_children gb
7
Cons:

The continental breakfast wasn’t great not a big selection no fresh breads

2026-06-30 via Nuitee
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Fiona couple gb
8
Nice hotel in a great location.
Pros:

The location was perfect for attending a concert in Hyde Park and close to Paddington Station. The staff were very helpful and friendly. The room was clean and comfortable. The breakfast buffet was very good.

Cons:

There was no air conditioning in the room. It was a very hot day and night. A fan was provided but it was very noisy.

2026-06-29 via Nuitee
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Maxine solo_traveller gb
7
Pros:

Location to Paddington and hyde park amazing

Cons:

Rooms like ovens, 2 ill working fans

2026-06-29 via Nuitee
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heather extended_group gb
9
2026-06-29 via Nuitee
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Hermina couple us
9
2026-06-28 via Nuitee
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Dale family_with_children no
8
Koselig lite hotell nært Paddington Stasjon
Pros:

De i resepsjonen var veldig hyggelige og imøtekommende mot oss. Og gåavstand til tog og undergrunn

Cons:

Var der under hetebølgen og hotellet hadde ikkje aircondition, noe som gjorde det uutholdelig om kvelden/natten da det var rundt 40°c på rommet. Et annet minus var at det var opplyst ved bestilling av rom at frukost var inkludert, men siden eg hadde bestilt via booking.no var det «kun» tørre skiver med ost og skinke som pålegg. Savnet litt mer utvalg.

2026-06-28 via Nuitee
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Minna family_with_children fi
8
2026-06-28 via Nuitee
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Antony couple gb
1
2026-06-28 via Nuitee
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Antony couple gb
1
Never again
Pros:

Shower was ok

Cons:

Room was small , hot and stuffy windows only open about 6 inches , never sweated so much in my life , booking said breakfast included but was only continental, full English is £13.50 extra , they did honour us a full English on the second day when they realised I paid £1200 for 3 rooms but breakfast was terrible , expected better for the price we paid

2026-06-28 via Nuitee
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Giulia solo_traveller it
9
Pros:

Posizione strategica. Vicinissima a hyde park, nei dintorni ci sono le fermate di autobus e di tutte le metro utili a raggiungere i punti di interesse.
Struttura molto pulita e accogliente. Camere comode e dotate di tutti i comfort, bagni puliti e funzionali.
Ottimo rapporto qualità prezzo per essere in zona 1 di Londra, inoltre è molto apprezzata la colazione inclusa (basica, ma è pur sempre qualcosa)

Cons:

Potrebbe essere arricchita la soluzione

2026-06-28 via Nuitee
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MARIA TERESA family_with_children es
8
Muy bien comunicado. Habitaciones pequeñas y baño muy pequeño
Pros:

Que estaba cerca de estación de tren y metro

Cons:

Habitación pequeña y baño más

2026-06-27 via Nuitee
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karin' extended_group fr
8
Pros:

L’accueil du personnel l’emplacement la propreté

Cons:

La chambre était situé sous l’accueil de l’établissement et ça été très bruyant pour nous. Valises qui roulent surtout.

2026-06-25 via Nuitee
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Tiina family_with_children fi
8
Viihtyisä hotelli mainiolla sijainnilla.
Pros:

Sijainti, tyyli ja siisteys.

Cons:

Hotellihuone oli helteellä todella kuuma. Mannermainen aamiainen oli mielestäni varsin vaatimaton.

2026-06-24 via Nuitee
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QIU solo_traveller cn
10
Pros:

酒店位置很好,距离Paddington站很近

Cons:

1、酒店好像是老式住宅改造的,晚上地板发出响声,很害怕。2、酒店分为欧陆式早晨和Full English Breakfast,最好可以现场选择早餐。3、欧陆式早餐,toast和tea是免费的,这个没有明确标注。我们一直以为是收费项目。

2026-06-24 via Nuitee
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Hermina extended_group us
8
I liked the location and the frendly stuff
Pros:

Perfect location, very nice staff!!

Cons:

It was too hot and just one small fen, no air conditions, the price is high for the hotel no air conditioning
Breakfast is included but if you book trew hotel you have English breakfast, if you want eggs you need to pay extra. Booked with booking it's just continental breakfast, why selection???
But it's just small complaint. I would like to go back but not when is 30C no air conditioning .

2026-06-23 via Nuitee