According to the online hotel reservation service Hotel.Info, the average price per night for a room is around £115. Therefore, places that offer accommodation for less money are considered cheap hotels in London. It is often best to start by looking for one, two or three star hotels in London. Hotel.Info says average UK room prices for these are £52 per room/night for one-star hotels, £70 for two-star hotels and £80 for three-star hotels.
Cheap London hotels include large hotel chains such as Travelodge, Premier Inn, Holiday Inn, Ibis, Easyhotel and Novotel, all of which offer affordable and discounted rooms in a wide range of areas of London. Or you can search a specific area for a standalone budget option. Visitlondon.com is a great resource and if you have friends or relatives who live in London why not send them to do some research locally too?
Most of the cheap hotels in London, especially the chains, will provide you with all the basics you need, such as your own bathroom, soap, bed linen and towels. But be sure to check what’s provided with the specific hotel when you book, in case you need to bring some of your own gear.
If you’re looking for cheap hotels in London, you might also consider youth hostels, backpacker accommodation, homestays, and self-catering apartments in your search. It’s always worth checking out the various options before you book a room, so you can be sure you’re getting the best deal on the right accommodation for you.