corporate-wage-slave

I would call up the property direct, it's quite common for new hotels to be a few weeks late and you maximise your options if you know now rather than later.

Mister P.

Thanks c-w-s. The Lost Property's website now says "accepting reservations for July 18, 2022 and beyond". (My June booking still shows as valid, not sure if it will be cancelled at some point).

I haven't been able to reach the property on the phone. I did try sending an email to [email protected] but it bounced back. Would Hilton Honors be willing to rebook us into another property nearby or simply refund the points? Thanks.

:D!

If you want a refund can you not just cancel it yourself? Unlikely to be rebooked, in theory you have a contract with the hotel that they are breaking, but it would be difficult to enforce.

Mister P.

Yes, I know I can cancel the booking without penalty but that's what I wanted to ask about any other options. Thanks

Mister P.

Hi, has anyone stayed at the Canopy (Tower Hill / Aldgate) recently? Rooms look on the small side, even the premium ones. Thanks

jzafar

I’m looking for a property close to Park Lane. I know there’s the Hilton Park Lane and read it’s nice but old. I’ve stayed at Conrad in 2019 and the Waldorf years ago. Both upgraded to executive room.

Which properties nowadays are newest, give best upgrades to Diamonds and aren’t too far from Park Lane?

The _Banking_Scot

Hi ,
Other properties close to Park lane are

Doubletree Marble arch
The Biltmore Mayfair LXR

Have not stayed at either sorry.

Regards

TBS

corporate-wage-slave

The Biltmore is a lot newer than the Doubletree, but isn't a standard Hilton by any means. The Doubletree has a good location but it's not otherwise a particularly fine hotel, it's at the other end of the scale really. The refurbished Metropole isn't a huge distance away but it probably meets the newness and potential upgrade requirements.

corporate-wage-slave

I guess it depends what you are used to, the rooms in the Canopy aren't massive but they aren't the smallest in London or even the Hilton London collection. It wasn't something I noticed when staying there. There are some reviews in the main thread:
Canopy by Hilton London City {GBR}
but it's difficult to get a feel for room size from photos.

pauleeepaul

I wouldn't stay at the Doubletree Marble Arch instead of the Park Lane, especially if you want to be in Mayfair. 3 star vs 4.5 star.

On an aside when I had a flat in London it was across the way from the DT and i was living there when it was reflagged. Hard to believe it is ~10 years ago.

residentx

Quite compact but nothing out of the ordinary, premium rooms are the same as standard just with a better location or a robe thrown in. Junior suites (the highest room they currently sell) are only slightly bigger with a sofa bed/throw - the rest is the same. The Bankside portably has the biggest rooms in the area.

jzafar

I took another look at options for my May trip to London. I was focused more on Park Lane and Conrad. Trafalgar is now showing up at 70,000/night. I remember disregarding in the past because it was always high-priced and there was no lounge. The reviews are considerably better than Park Lane. Can anyone give experience as a Diamond on upgrade and breakfast? From what I'm seeing, you can eat breakfast in the restaurant. I'm thinking this hotel will have a newer vibe than Park Lane.

cargueiro

I just stayed at Trafalgar on points as a Diamond. No upgrade but my stay was five days over a weekend and they seemed full.

Breakfast was in restaurant with a fair buffet spread. I was allowed to order off the a la carte menu at no charge and could order any coffee. There was alcohol available at breakfast as some were drinking bucks fizz. Not sure if this would have been complimentary as a Diamond as I don't often drink at breakfast. I liked the food at breakfast and the location of the restaurant overlooking Trafalgar Square.

My room was a strange shape at end of hotel (St James' end), overlooking Trafalgar Square (just about). It was comfortable but if I was working the desk was slightly small. It only had one, very comfortable, chair to lounge in. As I was alone and not working neither of these issues bothered me. I got free laundry - not sure of this was a mistake.

Only slight criticism was no rainfall shower although the shower was fine. Also not a huge amount of clothes hanging space.

Staff were attentive and friendly and the hotel location is great. I would recommend. Only concern would be the base room may be a bit small for a couple who want to spend a lot of time in room. But in that location, most would be out a lot.

jzafar

Thanks for your reply! I plan to arrive on a Saturday and stay 6 nights on points. I found the room sizes on Expedia. They are very small but seem ok for one person.

Dr Jabadski

Anyone a recent advocate of the Hilton Paddington? Understood that it's an old worn property but location, convenience to LHR, large rooms and nice lounge are factors in its favor. Thank you.