Booked this property on a 2-for-1 rate at about 60/night + VAT.

I was given the standard room upon check-in - nothing special - one of the rooms that has absolutely no view, but was large and perfectly satisfactory. I asked about an upgrade to a view room, and was told 40£ would give me a Big Ben view, which I turned down.

The rooms themselves were rather large by London standards. Separate shower and bathtub, as well as ample space to walk around. I would say about 20m2 or so, which is fine for the lowest category room at a property, especially in central London. The rooms were clean and well appointed, and the beds were comfortable. As I was traveling with a friend we opted for a two-bed room, which was small but satisfactory.

The hotel was huge, and seemed like a complete tourist hotel - understandable considering the location. The hotel had a decent gym, and a decent pool, which was welcome considering the setting in the heart of London.

Location was directly across from Big Ben, between Waterloo and Westminster tube stops, and a brilliant location for a tourist. #

Again, I paid only 60£ a night, so this might again prove that 50k points for a night in London thanks to the big giveaway is a bad value.

I would recommend this hotel very much, although the recognition for Gold status was nothing more than six mediocre macarons in the room upon arrival. I can't complain about 140 a/i for a London weekend though.....