
Axel’s take
A practical Paddington base with helpful staff, compact rooms and plenty of stairs.
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Axel’s rating: 7.6/10 · a simple 3-star townhouse hotel near Paddington
Rhodes is a simple 3-star townhouse hotel whose strongest selling point is convenience: Paddington, Lancaster Gate and Hyde Park are all a short walk away. We'd pick it for a sightseeing break rather than a hotel-focused stay. Recent Expedia and Tripadvisor guests repeatedly praise helpful staff and clean rooms, while air conditioning, fridges and kettles make the basic setup more useful.
The compromises are space, condition and access. Rooms and bathrooms can be cramped, some furnishings look tired, and there is no lift. Accommodation spans two buildings, so you may be assigned a room around the corner from reception. Breakfast is not served, though nearby cafés offer alternatives. It's a good, straightforward base if you'll be out exploring; we'd skip it if you need step-free access, generous family space or polished interiors.
- Rooms
- Useful air conditioning, fridges and kettles; space and decorative condition vary.
- Cleanliness
- Recent guests commonly praise clean rooms, although Booking.com's cleanliness rating is more moderate.
- Service
- Friendly, helpful staff are a recurring strength across Expedia and Tripadvisor.
- Amenities
- Free Wi-Fi and same-day luggage storage; no breakfast service or lift.
- Fees and surprises
- Booking.com lists a refundable damage deposit; confirm late-arrival arrangements and your building before traveling.
Axel’s opinion, from the hotel’s website and guest reviews, scored for what the hotel is. Sources: Hotel website · Expedia · Tripadvisor · Booking.com. Reviewed Oct 27, 2026.
The location
195 Sussex Gardens, London
A short walk from Paddington, Lancaster Gate and Hyde Park, with cafés and restaurants nearby.
Amenities and check-in
Free Wi-Fi and same-day luggage storage; no breakfast service or lift.
Check-in
after 2:30 PM
Check-out
before 11:00 AM
- Children's playground
- Bar
- Airport transportation
- No parking
- Pets Not Allowed
- Accessibility features
Additional hotel policies
- Optional charges: Cribs (infant beds) are available for an additional fee
- Hotel policies: Deposit: £50 per room per night
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Rhodes Hotel — London, United Kingdom
Rhodes Hotel is a simple 3-star townhouse hotel near Paddington in London, United Kingdom.
Address: 195 Sussex Gardens, London. Property ID: 1153716.
Source: https://helloaxel.com/en/hotels/london/rhodes-hotel-1153716
Axel private rates
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Total price: $317.50 USD
2026-11-07 to 2026-11-10 · 3 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.
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November 2026
| Check-in | Axel private rates (USD) |
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| 2026-11-04 | $164 for 1 night · 2 nights $310 · up to 10 nights priced |
| 2026-11-05 | $146 for 1 night · 2 nights $278 · up to 9 nights priced |
| 2026-11-06 | $132 for 1 night · 2 nights $244.50 · up to 8 nights priced |
| 2026-11-07 | $112.50 for 1 night · 2 nights $205.50 · up to 7 nights priced |
| 2026-11-08 | $93 for 1 night · 2 nights $205 · up to 6 nights priced |
| 2026-11-09 | $112 for 1 night · 2 nights $295 · up to 5 nights priced |
| 2026-11-10 | $183 for 1 night · 2 nights $327 · up to 4 nights priced |
| 2026-11-11 | $144 for 1 night · 2 nights $308 · up to 3 nights priced |
| 2026-11-12 | $164 for 1 night · 2 nights $396 |
| 2026-11-13 | $232 for 1 night |
| 2026-11-15 | $112 for 1 night · 2 nights $244 · up to 5 nights priced |
| 2026-11-16 | $132 for 1 night · 2 nights $287 · up to 4 nights priced |
| 2026-11-17 | $155 for 1 night · 2 nights $614 · up to 3 nights priced |
| 2026-11-18 | $459 for 1 night · 2 nights $699 |
| 2026-11-19 | $240 for 1 night |
| 2026-11-22 | $113 for 1 night · 2 nights $236 · up to 5 nights priced |
| 2026-11-23 | $123 for 1 night · 2 nights $251.50 · up to 4 nights priced |
| 2026-11-24 | $128.50 for 1 night · 2 nights $262.50 · up to 3 nights priced |
| 2026-11-25 | $134 for 1 night · 2 nights $257 |
| 2026-11-26 | $123 for 1 night |
| 2026-11-29 | $150 for 1 night · 2 nights $273 · up to 6 nights priced |
| 2026-11-30 | $123 for 1 night · 2 nights $273 · up to 5 nights priced |
December 2026
| Check-in | Axel private rates (USD) |
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| 2026-12-01 | $150 for 1 night · 2 nights $302 · up to 4 nights priced |
| 2026-12-02 | $152 for 1 night · 2 nights $306 · up to 3 nights priced |
| 2026-12-03 | $154 for 1 night · 2 nights $354 |
Axel's take: 7.6/10
A practical Paddington base with helpful staff, compact rooms and plenty of stairs. a simple 3-star townhouse hotel near Paddington, scored for what it is.
Rhodes is a simple 3-star townhouse hotel whose strongest selling point is convenience: Paddington, Lancaster Gate and Hyde Park are all a short walk away. We'd pick it for a sightseeing break rather than a hotel-focused stay. Recent Expedia and Tripadvisor guests repeatedly praise helpful staff and clean rooms, while air conditioning, fridges and kettles make the basic setup more useful.
The compromises are space, condition and access. Rooms and bathrooms can be cramped, some furnishings look tired, and there is no lift. Accommodation spans two buildings, so you may be assigned a room around the corner from reception. Breakfast is not served, though nearby cafés offer alternatives. It's a good, straightforward base if you'll be out exploring; we'd skip it if you need step-free access, generous family space or polished interiors.
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Best for: budget-conscious sightseers; solo travelers; Paddington rail connections
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Watch out for: stairs with no lift; compact rooms and dated furnishings; possible room in a separate building
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Location: A short walk from Paddington, Lancaster Gate and Hyde Park, with cafés and restaurants nearby.
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Rooms: Useful air conditioning, fridges and kettles; space and decorative condition vary.
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Cleanliness: Recent guests commonly praise clean rooms, although Booking.com's cleanliness rating is more moderate.
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Service: Friendly, helpful staff are a recurring strength across Expedia and Tripadvisor.
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Amenities: Free Wi-Fi and same-day luggage storage; no breakfast service or lift.
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Fees and surprises: Booking.com lists a refundable damage deposit; confirm late-arrival arrangements and your building before traveling.
Axel's opinion of Rhodes Hotel, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Hotel website · Expedia · Tripadvisor · Booking.com. Reviewed Oct 27, 2026.
About Rhodes Hotel
- Property type: Hotel
- 3-star hotel
- 195 Sussex Gardens, London
- Guest rating: 3.9/5 on Google from 509 reviews (location 4.9/5)
- Getting around (travel times from Google's hotel listing): Heathrow Airport: 34 min by public transport · Hyde Park: 9 min walk
- Optional charges: Cribs (infant beds) are available for an additional fee
- Hotel policies: Deposit: £50 per room per night
- Amenities: Children's playground, Bar, Airport transportation, No parking, Pets Not Allowed, Accessibility features, Free Wi-Fi, Kitchen, Tennis court
- Check-in from: 14:30
- Check-out by: 11:00
- City page: Hotels in London
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