Chelsea, a trendy neighborhood in London, England, provides a good base for visitors to the city. Fashion boutiques, antique stores, restaurants and pubs make Chelsea a popular area for locals and tourists. Prices are reasonable in the smaller hotels, with bus and tube transportation to all the major attractions. Parks, museums and the River Thames are all added bonuses for staying at a hotel in the Chelsea area.
Small Budget Hotels
Keep in mind that London is expensive. Hotels prices go up when they are in demand, which is usually school holidays - visit out of season to find the best deals. Chelsea has some smaller style hotels that offer good value for your money.
Chelsea Guest House at 372 Wandsworth Road offers 47 rooms with en-suite shower bathrooms. Breakfast is not available but eating places and all transportation are close to the hotel.
Oakley Hotel, close to the famous Kings Road at 73 Oakley Street, offers rooms with en-suite shower bathrooms. Fully cooked breakfast is provided, plus tea and coffee is free all day. Walk to transport, restaurants and shopping.
Chelsea House Hotel offers 24 rooms with en-suite facilities and refrigerators. Located at 96 Redcliffe Gardens and walking distance to Chelsea Stadium, Earls Court and Kensington High Street, the Victorian hotel provides a continental breakfast and pubs, restaurants and transport are all close by.
La Reserve Hotel, located at 422-428 Fulham Road offers 43 modern rooms with mini bar, satellite channels, wireless internet and en-suite bathrooms. The hotel provides continental breakfast, and has onsite restaurant, bar and private hotel parking. Close by attractions include Chelsea Football Club, Earls Court, Kings Road, restaurants and transportation.
Small Boutique Hotels
The Chelsea area has some small boutique style hotels, offering more luxuries. Although they are more expensive, the value for your money is good compared to the larger luxury hotels and central London accommodation.
My Hotel Chelsea, located at 35 Ixworth Place offers 45 rooms in a chic electic design style. Rooms have modern bathrooms, flat screen television, DVD, internet, mini bar and air conditioning. Restaurant, private event rooms and 24 hour room service are featured. Close to Royal Albert Hall, Kensington Gardens, Sloan Square, shopping and transport.
Sydney House, a small luxury hotel, located at 9-11 Chelsea Street, minutes from the Kings Road, restaurants, transport and attractions. The 21 rooms have a modern design, with air conditioning, luxury linens, internet, flat screen television, DVD and modern bathrooms. A variety of breakfast are offered, plus 24 hour room service, and a cocktail bar.
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