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[ARCHIVE to 2015] DISCUSSION for Hilton Honors Hotels in or near London {GBR}
Aug 11, 2011, 8:55 am
#3526
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Why would you need a pub when the evening reception in the lounge runs from 6 to 9 pm, and they normally break out the beers before that xD
Aug 11, 2011, 9:14 am
#3527
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Because a pub is a completely different environment than a lounge? I have yet to see a lounge in London that serves a decent fish and chips, meat pie, etc and have seen few that even serve English beer.
Aug 11, 2011, 11:43 am
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Fair enough. I don't drink, so I have no opinion on pubs either near the Hilton nor elsewhere.
Aug 11, 2011, 12:36 pm
#3529
Join Date: Aug 2001
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The Anchor Pub - good draft beer, plus fish and chips. Ask the concierge. It's a short 15-minute walk from the Hilton London Tower Bridge.
This is probably getting off-topic, but do you have a favorite pub in the area near the Hilton Tower Bridge? My wife and I walked around the area near the hotel last month while we were in London. We've stayed at the Hilton Islington annually for the past 5 years, but we're looking at trying a different location. We think that we're going to try the Hilton Tower Bridge when we return next year.
Aug 11, 2011, 2:02 pm
#3530
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Not sure if we have to feel bad about that... 
Anyway, there is a pub across the street from the Hilton Tower Bridge were I sometimes stop before getting back to the hotel at night. But I've never been there earlier in the evening so I don't know about the food on offer.
Anyway, there is a pub across the street from the Hilton Tower Bridge were I sometimes stop before getting back to the hotel at night. But I've never been there earlier in the evening so I don't know about the food on offer.
Aug 11, 2011, 3:05 pm
#3531
Join Date: Oct 2009
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If I may piggyback on this thread, which of the below three would be recommended for a Diamond booking a 4 night GLON?
- Park Lane @ 170k
- Courthouse DT @ 136k
- waldorf @ 170k
The only reason the courthouse is there is because of the location, as most of my work is near Bond St/Regent st and it seems the best fit and a very short walk! So the way I see it, is it worth the 34k saving to give up on the more superior properties with the exec lounges? Or are they significantly superior and should be chosen, even if it means using public transport to get to where I need to be...
- Park Lane @ 170k
- Courthouse DT @ 136k
- waldorf @ 170k
The only reason the courthouse is there is because of the location, as most of my work is near Bond St/Regent st and it seems the best fit and a very short walk! So the way I see it, is it worth the 34k saving to give up on the more superior properties with the exec lounges? Or are they significantly superior and should be chosen, even if it means using public transport to get to where I need to be...
Aug 11, 2011, 3:26 pm
#3532
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I haven't stayed at the Park Lane Hilton for a year or so. Only issue I had was the room had no AC and it was a very hot day - not very comfortable at all. Just check all rooms now have AC
Aug 11, 2011, 8:16 pm
#3533
Join Date: Apr 2003
Location: EWR - Jersey Shore
Programs: UA Gold, *A Gold, HH Dia, Hertz #1 5*
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My new favorite Hilton in London is Canary Wharf. Six nights on an award last month. Fewer points than almost all Central London properties. Upgraded to an Executive King on the 12th floor (floors 12-14 are the Executive floors). Fine lounge. Breakfast included eggs, bacon, cereals, breads, cold meats, etc. Evenings included hot items that two nights substituted for dinner. Open bar. Lounge staff was great. 5 minute walk to the Jubilee line and 2 minutes to the DLR at South Quay. Still in Zone 2 for London Transport. Central London 15-20 minutes away. Canary Wharf has plenty of restaurants and more shopping than you can handle. Won't stay anywhere else from now on.
Aug 12, 2011, 4:22 am
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Aug 12, 2011, 4:46 am
#3535
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Aug 12, 2011, 4:47 am
#3536
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Aug 12, 2011, 10:03 pm
#3537
Join Date: Sep 2004
Programs: Hilton Diamond, Starwood gold
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We stayed at the Waldorf last month for 4 days and it was great. Treated very well with lounge access and helpful staff. Park lane is good also.
Aug 13, 2011, 7:52 pm
#3538
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I would take the Waldorf over Park Lane solely on location. Both have good Ex Lounges and nice rooms. I was upgraded every time on awards at both properties as a Gold. Of course this has been 2-3 years ago for both hotels.
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Aug 13, 2011, 7:57 pm
#3539
Join Date: Sep 2004
Programs: Hilton Diamond, Starwood gold
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Yes, location of Waldorf much better - close to covent garden and the theatre district. 5min walk to covent garden tube.
Aug 19, 2011, 3:29 pm
#3540
Join Date: May 2009
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London: Waldorf Hilton vs. Tower Bridge
I know there is a thread on all the Hilton properties in London, but its hard to get a focused response when comparing certain hotels as there are multiple conversations occurring at once.
My wife and I are going to London and Paris next May. She has never been to Europe before and I will be booking a 4-night award stay in London. After doing quite a bit of research, I narrowed it down to the Waldorf Hilton (great location, reviews are very good) and the Tower Bridge (location is decent, awesome reviews). I also considered the Hilton Park Lane, but the reviews are so-so.
What do people think would be the best choice between these two? They both have lounge access, fairly modern rooms. I do like the location of the Waldorf a bit better, but just want to get opinions from people who have actually been to the hotels.
My wife and I are going to London and Paris next May. She has never been to Europe before and I will be booking a 4-night award stay in London. After doing quite a bit of research, I narrowed it down to the Waldorf Hilton (great location, reviews are very good) and the Tower Bridge (location is decent, awesome reviews). I also considered the Hilton Park Lane, but the reviews are so-so.
What do people think would be the best choice between these two? They both have lounge access, fairly modern rooms. I do like the location of the Waldorf a bit better, but just want to get opinions from people who have actually been to the hotels.