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Best Western Buckingham Palace Rd

3.9-star hotel in Pimlico offering simple rooms, free Wi-Fi, breakfast, and a restaurant. Close to Buckingham Palace and Westminster Abbey. Book now!

8, 12 St George's Dr, Pimlico, London SW1V 4BJ, United Kingdom View on map
7.8/10
Good Based on 811 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Breakfast Air-conditioned Kid-friendly Restaurant
What recent guests emphasize

Balanced comfort in a central location

Guests appreciate the convenient location close to Victoria Station and key London attractions, alongside friendly and attentive service. Rooms are modest but clean and well maintained, with some noise and size limitations typical of a central city hotel.

Guests often praise

  • Convenient location near Victoria Station and multiple transport links
  • Friendly, helpful, and professional staff providing excellent service
  • Clean and comfortable rooms with thoughtful amenities like underfloor heating and wheelchair accessibility
  • Good value considering the central London setting
  • Helpful extras such as luggage storage, early check-in, and available umbrellas

Worth knowing

  • Rooms tend to be small and some are located in the basement, limiting natural light
  • Noise from nearby trains and air conditioning units is noticeable and may affect light sleepers
  • No fitness center or pool on site
  • Breakfast is available but some guests prefer local cafés instead
  • Air conditioning issues and occasional maintenance disruptions have been reported

Best for

  • Visitors prioritizing a central London base with easy access to major sights
  • Travelers seeking friendly service and practical amenities without luxury frills
  • Families needing clean, functional rooms near transport hubs
  • Guests on a budget looking for good value accommodation in an elegant district
  • Those comfortable with compact city hotel rooms and some urban noise
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About this property

Welcome to Best Western Buckingham Palace Rd

Best Western Buckingham Palace Rd is housed in a Georgian townhouse in Pimlico, offering simple, functional rooms with free Wi-Fi and air conditioning. Guests can enjoy a breakfast buffet and make use of amenities such as an on-site restaurant and airport shuttle service. While the hotel does not feature a pool or fitness center and does not accommodate pets, it is smoke-free and welcoming to families.

The accommodation is well suited for visitors exploring central London, located close to Victoria Station and within easy reach of iconic landmarks like Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey, and Big Ben. The surrounding area offers elegant gardens and riverside trails, along with a selection of pubs and local amenities, making it convenient for both sightseeing and everyday needs.

Rooms tend to be on the modest side and some are situated in the basement, which can result in less natural light and noise from nearby trains — a common drawback noted by several guests. Despite this, cleanliness and comfort remain consistent, and the staff receive positive remarks for being helpful and attentive, often going beyond to assist with luggage and transport arrangements.

Suitable for travelers prioritizing location and practical accommodations over spaciousness or luxury, this hotel offers reasonable rates for central London. It is particularly recommended for families and visitors who plan to explore the city extensively by public transport. Early check-in and luggage storage options add useful convenience for those arriving ahead of schedule or departing late.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Breakfast
Air-conditioned
Kid-friendly
Restaurant
Airport shuttle
Smoke-free

Not available at this property

Pool
Pet-friendly
Fitness center
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

MJ
Ms JM Apr 06, 2026
10

Very comfortable stay. Bed was comfy and clean. Excellent service offered by Omar and Mohamed. 24hr manned reception. Rooms on the small side. High end fixtures and fittings with under floor heating in bathroom. Bottomless hot drinks at reception. Wheelchair accessible and umbrellas for use. Close to Victoria Station. Luggage storage available before/after checkin. Allowed us to check in early. Downside: 600 plus rooms are in the basement, noisy when next to the elevator. Could hear people above. No natural light from windows. When window open noise from air conditioning units above.

VB
Vicki Bateman Apr 03, 2026
10

4 of us stayed for 2 nights last week in a family room. The service was great they went above and beyond for us to make sure we were happy. They even carried my mum luggage to the room. They made us feel right at home. Nothing was an issue they called us a taxi when we needed one. The guys at reception were just lovely. It's local to a lot which was great. The room was clean with everything you need. We will definitely be back we won't stay anywhere else from now on. Highly recommend hotel.

R
Riccardo Apr 02, 2026
8.0

We stayed at the Best Western Buckingham Palace Road and overall had a very good experience. It’s true that the rooms are small, but they are clean, functional, and perfectly fine for a city stay. The noise from the nearby trains can be noticeable, but a good pair of earplugs easily solves the problem. The staff were friendly and welcoming, always ready to help. We didn’t try the hotel breakfast because there are plenty of excellent cafés and breakfast spots just around the corner. The best part is the location—just steps from Victoria Station, making it incredibly convenient for getting around London. A solid choice for a practical and well-connected stay

JS
Julia S Mar 14, 2026
10

For London standards, the rooms are quite spacious and offered at a very reasonable price. The gentleman who assisted us was kind and helpful at all times, we were even offered coffee or hot chocolate, which was a lovely touch. The location is perfect if you plan on using the Tube, as everything is close by. It’s very well priced for the area, with a bus station just a short walk away….There are plenty of nearby amenities, making it an excellent choice if you’ll be moving around the city frequently. Highly recommended!

KF
Kostas Fryganiotis Mar 13, 2026
10

Very good choice! We visited for three nights, very good service, good rooms, very close to Victoria station. The only problem was that it was very noisy because of the train station and the poor sound insulation but it's not a big deal, you get used to it.

RK
Roman Kornev Feb 05, 2026
8.0

We stayed at the Best Western Buckingham Palace Road Hotel as a family of three (my wife, daughter, and I) and had a pleasant experience overall. The location is excellent — right by Victoria Station and within easy reach of many London attractions. Our room was small and a bit dated, but very clean and comfortable, with a double bed for us and a separate bed for our child. The staff were friendly, helpful, and professional throughout our stay. The only downsides were the rather basic breakfast and some railway noise at night, which might bother light sleepers. Still, it’s a good value option for a short family stay in central London.

OK
Oscar Kaski Jan 23, 2026
8.0

Decent hotel, very great service from staff! :) i was unfortunate that there was no water in the hotel in the morning, I know they go it solved at around 6.30 in the morning but by then I had to leave! Now these thing can happen. Also my AC stopped working during the night. But I will be back was just bad luck good price for London!

TA
tsara arklay Dec 27, 2025
10

Stayed for 1 night, all staff were friendly and the room was nice and clean, the bed very comfortable. The hotel is In central London so naturally the rooms will be small (the same as every hotel in the city) so that was expected but the rooms are well designed so it doesn’t feel cramped. Great location for Victoria coach and train station and very central. Will be staying again for sure

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Best Western Buckingham Palace Rd

London, United Kingdom

Elegant district with Thames Path trail, St. George’s Square Garden & pubs on Vauxhall Bridge Road.

  • St Pancras International 1 hr 21 Walk
  • Bond Street 43 min Walk
  • Tottenham Court Road 50 min Walk
  • Heathrow Airport 44 min Car · 53 min Transit
  • London Gatwick Airport 1 hr 17 Car · 58 min Transit
  • London Stansted Airport 1 hr 16 Car · 1 hr 25 Transit
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