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Athena

3.0 star property
Travelers warm by the lobby fireplace before exploring Marble Arch and Baker Street, with public transit and helpful staff nearby.

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The Athena welcomes visitors with a cozy lobby fireplace that sets the perfect tone for exploring London. Guests appreciate the practical amenities—in-room WiFi and luggage storage—while the multilingual staff stands ready to help plan daily adventures.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
The current price is P6,022
P7,227 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 22 - Feb 23

Room options

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Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Classic Single Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(46 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Classic Triple Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Classic Quadruple Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Family Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Classic Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(68 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Classic Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Located in London City Centre, a neighborhood in London, Athena is in a shopping district and near the airport. Royal Albert Hall and Natural History Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Oxford Street and Kensington Palace. Buckingham Palace is another place to visit that comes recommended. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours. Guests love the hotel's convenience to public transportation: Paddington Underground Station is 4 minutes by foot and Edgware Road (Circle Line) Underground Station is 8 minutes. Visit our London travel guide
Map
110/114 Sussex Gardens, Hyde Park, London, England, W2 1UA

What's nearby

  • Hyde Park featuring a garden, a river or creek and watersports
    Hyde Park
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Kensington Gardens featuring a statue or sculpture, heritage elements and heritage architecture
    Kensington Gardens
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Marble Arch featuring a monument, a square or plaza and heritage architecture
    Marble Arch
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Royal Albert Hall showing heritage architecture, street scenes and theater scenes
    Royal Albert Hall
    4 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Oxford Street which includes cbd, a city and heritage architecture
    Oxford Street
    5 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

  • Paddington Underground Station
    4 min walk
  • London Paddington Station
    5 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR)
    46 min drive

Restaurants

  • Blank Street Coffee
    4 min walk
  • Sawyers Arms
    4 min walk
  • Paramount Lebanese Kitchen
    4 min walk
  • The Dickens Tavern
    4 min walk
  • Zanchi Korean Restaurant
    2 min walk

About this property

Athena

Hotel located near Hyde Park with rooms renovated in 2023
Located close to Kensington Palace and Royal Albert Hall, Athena provides a grocery/convenience store, a free daily manager's reception, and a coffee shop/cafe. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices), is available to all guests, along with a hair salon and a library.
Additional perks include:
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and an electric car charging station
  • Express check-in, a reception hall, and bicycle parking
  • Books, smoke-free premises, and a water dispenser
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and proximity to public transit
Room features
All guestrooms at Athena boast comforts such as free international calls and premium bedding, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and printers. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Highchairs and travel cribs
  • Recycling, LED light bulbs, and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with heated floors and hydromassage showers
  • 40-inch flat-screen TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Self parking on site (GBP 20 per day)
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: GBP 9 for adults and GBP 6 for children
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Restaurants on site

  • Athena Hotel

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Books
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • High chair
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Travel crib

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Guidebooks
  • Hair salon
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Coworking space

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 6 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Built in 1840
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Reception hall
  • Renovated guestrooms - June 2023
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Victorian architecture
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Meal delivery service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free international calls
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Portable fan
  • Printer
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately GBP 9 for adults and GBP 6 for children
  • Self parking fee: GBP 20 per day
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and onsite parking
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

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Athena Hotel
Athena Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

Is Athena pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Athena?

As of Feb 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Athena on Feb 22, 2026 start from P 6,022.33, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for GBP 20 per day. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Athena?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Athena?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Athena located?

Located in London City Centre, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Hyde Park, Kensington Palace, and Royal Albert Hall. Oxford Street and Natural History Museum are also within 2 mi (3 km). Paddington Underground Station and London Paddington Station are within a 5-minute walk.

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Reviews

Athena Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

7.8

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 575 out of 1135 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 358 out of 1135 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 131 out of 1135 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 46 out of 1135 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 1135 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Masamy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and neat and staffs were very friendly and helpful!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, very clean, very welcoming, great value and only 6mins walk from Paddington, what more can you ask for?
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Room was small but good. Amenities were good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a lovely place to stay, very clean, friendly staff and great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and comfortable. The staff was always friendly and helpful. I would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Stacie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, nice people- Room clean. Enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Simple accommodations, centrally located close to Paddington station so everything you need is close by. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

ADEOLA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very helpful and the room and hotel was very clean for the price paid. I wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clifford

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location and value!

Great location near Paddington Station, Kensington Gardens, and Hyde Park. Quiet, very clean, comfortable mattresses, well-appointed room.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louis D

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast was good, it was just the same thing everyday. The staff were great and the place was very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very pleasant stay, super comfy bed. Wouldn’t know that we were so close to Paddington. Excellent value for money and we were able to store our cases the next day which was helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very well located near Paddington station. Small room but neat and clean and comfortable.. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Easy walk to restaurants and Paddington Station. Friendly staff
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was perfect and the staff welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

SANDRA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast fair and staff were amazing. Hotel in a perfect location an absolute bargain.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was wonderful. Location is close to Paddington station.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Our favourite place to stay when visiting London. Easy walk to Paddington Station and close to plenty of dining options. Even though the rooms are small, they are clean and modern looking. Staff were amazing and friendly. Buffet breakfast was also very reasonable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, super close to Paddington station. Easy access to Heathrow and central London. I might skip the breakfast option.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good location, friendly staff

We had a pleasant stay. Good location, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our stay was awesome! Great location and very clean accommodations!! Would certainly stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy to find and a nice location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Very good service at the hotel, especially in the breakfast the staff was very friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gloria Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a long stay of 14 nights and all of the staff became like family to us. They were always concerned and helpful. Their smiles was a beautiful way to start and end our days. I would recommend the Athena to everyone
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

clara

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and comfy, nice breakfast, very good customer service.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025