The Best Central London Budget Hotels

recommended two star and other cheap hotels in Central London


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Z Hotel Strand

London WC2

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a smart chain hotel with a superb central location in the heart of Theatreland; the compact rooms are equipped for convenient comfort

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located a 5-minute walk from Waterloo Station and moments from The Old Vic Theatre; offers comfy, air-conditioned rooms and breakfast buffet

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the day starts with an extensive continental and cooked breakfast buffet at this modern hotel, ideally situated for South Bank attractions

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ideally placed from trendy East End hot-spots of Shoreditch and Hoxton and offers modern, well-equipped rooms and a complimentary breakfast

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Leicester Square, Trafalgar Square and Piccadilly Circus are close by; modern hotel with compact rooms that come with innovative features

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offering affordable, traditional style rooms with modern comforts, in a great location

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an economic choice for simple, no-frills accommodation in the heart of the historic Temple Bar area, boasting well-designed, stylish rooms

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within easy walking distance of Oxford Street and Madame Tussauds, this exceptionally well-presented hotel features stylish, modern rooms

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compact rooms are cleverly designed to offer a comfortable stay and include sumptuous beds, quality linen, HDTV and a smart shower room

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compact rooms come smartly designed to provide the facilities for a comfortable stay; well-located for Victoria Station and nearby attractions

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ideally located for King's Cross and St Pancras stations and for city wide bus and tube links; bedrooms are simple in style and facilities

Alhambra Hotel

London WC1

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friendly, family-run hotel providing simple, good value rooms located a few minutes walk from King's Cross and St Pancras railway stations

Angus Hotel

London WC1

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simple, value rooms are featured at this friendly hotel located a 5-minute walk from King's Cross and St Pancras railway stataions

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a well presented guesthouse offering spacious rooms, situated near many great attractions

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affordable, design hotel with Tower of London inspired decor, rooms are compact but comfy and there is a sociable bar and lounge area

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perfectly placed for those seeking the nightlife of Soho or theatre goers catching the latest production; rooms are compact but well-equipped

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located close to Paddington Station, enjoy a drink in the bar at this comfortable hotel

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a family run, value for money hotel, located in Bloomsbury, with basic guest rooms and an on-site coffee shop where breakfast can be enjoyed

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well-located in a quiet square minutes from Paddington Station, a B&B in a Victorian terraced house offers cosy and functional modern rooms

The Nayland

London W2

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rest in this colourful guesthouse, situated 5 minutes walk from Paddington

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