Experience London's warmth at Athena, where the lobby fireplace sets the tone for a cozy stay. With in-room WiFi, luggage storage, and multilingual staff on hand to help plan your day.
110/114 Sussex Gardens, Hyde Park, London, England, W2 1UA
What's nearby
Hyde Park - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
Marble Arch - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Oxford Street - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
Buckingham Palace - 5 min drive - 2.8 km
Piccadilly Circus - 6 min drive - 3.0 km
Getting around
Luton Airport (LTN) - 40 min drive
Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 46 min drive
Farnborough (FAB) - 52 min drive
London City Airport (LCY) - 59 min drive
Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 101 min drive
London Paddington Station - 5 min walk
London (QQP-Paddington Train Station) - 6 min walk
Marylebone Station - 14 min walk
Paddington Underground Station - 4 min walk
Edgware Road (Circle Line) Underground Station - 8 min walk
Lancaster Gate Underground Station - 8 min walk
Restaurants
Bonne Bouche Catering - 3 min walk
The Monkey Puzzle - 2 min walk
It's All Greek to Me - 3 min walk
Fountains Abbey - 3 min walk
Subway - 4 min walk
About this property
Athena
Athena puts you in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens. Also, Marble Arch and Oxford Street are just a 5-minute drive away. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Paddington Underground Station is 4 minutes and Edgware Road (Circle Line) Underground Station is 8 minutes.
At a glance
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Hotel size
36 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Onsite parking available only on request
Onsite self parking (GBP 20 per day)
Onsite parking limited
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–9:00 AM
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
1 building/tower
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Fireplace in lobby
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Home comfort
Heating
Portable fan
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
LED light bulbs
Guidebooks/recommendations
Local maps
Restaurant dining guide
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 9 for adults and GBP 6 for children
Parking
Self parking costs GBP 20 per day
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, Eurocard
Also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Does Athena offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Athena does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Athena?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Athena?
Yes. Self parking costs GBP 20 per day. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Athena?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in is available.
What's the area around Athena like?
Athena is in London City Centre, a short 4-minute walk from Paddington Underground Station and 7 minutes' walk from Hyde Park. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for shopping.
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Athena Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
7.8/10
Amenities
8.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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What guests liked
Breakfast was a highlight with many guests praising its quality, variety, and welcoming staff. (41 reviews)
The property offers a convenient location with numerous nearby restaurants and a pleasant dining experience with a good continental breakfast. (10 reviews)
On-site parking was available and reasonably priced, with some guests also mentioning the convenience of being close to a park. (8 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 15, 2025
Nice hotel in
Susanne
Susanne, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 2, 2025
Great little find
Very happy with hotel, small, clean, comfortable and close to Paddington Station. Would definitely stay there again.
Kay
Kay, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 31, 2025
Breakfast fair and staff were amazing. Hotel in a perfect location an absolute bargain.
SANDRA
SANDRA, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 11, 2025
Good location, friendly staff
We had a pleasant stay. Good location, friendly staff.
Thomas
Thomas, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 29, 2025
Very convenient location
Very convenient location 5 minutes walk from Paddington Station; No shops in the immediate vicinity, hence quiet at night. Walk down to Essex Gardens a few minutes away, and there are plenty of shops, restaurants.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 22, 2025
Great staff. Great location. Small room’s as you would expect.
Trevor
Trevor, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 16, 2025
Our stay was awesome! Great location and very clean accommodations!! Would certainly stay again.
Paul
Paul, 3-night trip
6/10 Good
Sep 11, 2025
Average at expensive London prices
Hotels near to Paddington making it a good location. Room was however very basic and not comfortable. The price as what you’d expect to pay in London but next time we will look to pay more for better accommodation.
Chris
Chris, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
May 20, 2025
Great stay
Small room but price and location was good
Carolyn
Carolyn, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 28, 2025
Great location and easy access!
Lance
Lance, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 14, 2025
Absolute prime location!
Marcus
Marcus, 10-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 21, 2025
very convenient location, friendly staff
Zhihao
Zhihao, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 14, 2025
Great stay at Athena!
Sylvia
Sylvia, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 19, 2025
Lovely hotel, excellent location and friendly staff
Jagdeep
Jagdeep, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
May 9, 2025
Location to Paddington station was convenient.
June
June, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 7, 2025
Everything was fine, service was good. Only thing, what really needs to chance is breakfast. There was not anything fresh like cucumber or tomato or nothing.
Niina
Niina, 6-night trip
4/10 Fair
Aug 18, 2025
Location is great. Breakfast was excellent. Personnel was polite. But white sheets were noticeably stained , there was a foot print in one. The room was too small for 3 beds (one queen/ two twins) making it really difficult to move around the room.
Mathieu
Mathieu, 6-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 18, 2025
Nice and convenient place to stay with the family.
Gladimir
Gladimir, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 14, 2025
Excellent quiet out of the way place
Octavio
Octavio, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Sep 9, 2025
One night only
Flies in the room from open window. No screen to keep them out. Very small room. Flat pillows. Was there for only one night so can't say much about room service. Didn't seem to have air conditioning. Payed a lot for very little luxury.
kim
kim, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 14, 2025
Very close to paddington, very friendly staff. Comfortable.
clara
clara, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 11, 2025
Stayed at the Athena many times during visits to London. Its in a great location and we always enjoy our stay.
My only criticism is that they have now stopped serving full English breakfast and only offer continental for an additional charge.
Keith
Keith, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 9, 2025
Friendly staff, great location.
Luke
Luke, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 14, 2025
Good access.
SAEKO
SAEKO, 6-night trip
6/10 Good
May 26, 2025
Decent hotel in a great location
Lobby is under renovation and the breakfast was more than a bit lacking, but the bed was really comfortable and the bedding was high quality. Also, this hotel is walking distance from Kensington Gardens and Hyde Park. Overall a comfortable stay.