Linden House Hotel Reviews

Booked this hotel last minute and wasn't really...
Booked this hotel last minute and wasn't really expecting much but was pleasently surprised :) hot shower, clean bathroom and room, with a working tv! didn't really hear any noise from other guests in the hotel either so managed to get a good nights sleep. bed was comfy too!
Reviewed by S E; Reviewed in Jun 2010

I would not stay here again the room...
I would not stay here again, the room was dirty Bathroom was very basic - not even a plug in the sink.The only plus point was the location
Reviewed by Alan Gamblin; Reviewed in May 2010

POTENTIAL SAFETY HAZARD SHARP BLADE BY THE WINDOW...
POTENTIAL SAFETY HAZARD!!!,SHARP BLADE BY THE WINDOW RATS AND MOUSES RUNNING AROUND EVERY WHERE VERY UNHYGIENIC I COULDN'T GO SLEEP AT ALL!!!. STAFF AT RECEPTION WAS LYING SAYING 1MINUTE THE MANGER WILL BE IN NEXT MIN HE WONT VERY UNHELPFUL AND RUDE THEN SAID THE MANAGER WOULD BE IN IN THE MORNING AND THEY CANT DO ANYTHING ABOUT IT THERE WAS NO MANAGER OR HIGH AUTHORITY AROUND I WAITED SINCE 12.30 MIDNIGHT TILL 11.30AM!!! THEY SAID THE MANAGER WILL BE IN AT 8.30AM TO SORT THE SITUATION OUT I WAITED UNTIL CHECKOUT TIME THEY LIED AGAIN BEING RUDE AND IGNORANT SAYING HE CANT DO ANYTHING ABOUT IT AND THERE IS NO MANAGER OR ANYONE THAT CAN HELP!!! I WOULDN'T RECOMMEND IT TO ANYBODY A WASTE OFF MONEY SLEEP,RATS MOUSES RUNNING AROUND A SHARP BLADE WITCH ANYBODY CAN GET SERIOUSLY HURT TIME AND VERY RUDE PEOPLE!!!!!!!!!!!!!NOT TREATING THERE CUSTOMERS EQUALLY!!!
Reviewed by rana b; Reviewed in May 2010

value for money quiet large room warm and...
value for money, quiet, large room, warm and the staff were very pleasant and helpful
Reviewed by K Tucker; Reviewed in May 2010

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Reviewed by Mark B; Reviewed in Apr 2010

Breakfast selection very poor with no service amp...
Breakfast selection very poor, with no service & bad organisation at busy times meant tables were not cleared for next guests. This also led to coffee, milk & juice runnng out. Room poorly cleaned, badly needed redecorating, cobwebs hanging down, rentokil vermine traps under bed, and carpet atrocious, covered with stains & cigarette burns. Reception staff very friendly & helpful. Hotel in great location, very handy for tube etc. but would not consider staying there again. Pictures on hotel website are very misleading regarding bedrooms
Reviewed by t english; Reviewed in Apr 2010

Having read the reviews after I had booked...
Having read the reviews after I had booked, I was slightly apprehensive about what we would find. However, we were pleasantly surprised as the room was fine but small and the bathroom although dark was clean and with an excellent shower. Breakfast was basic but acceptable and it was good to have a laptop in reception, although the promised wi-fi wasn't working in the bedroom. The situation, being very near to Paddington with buses and underground easily accessible was perfect. All in all very good value for money.
Reviewed by C C; Reviewed in Apr 2010

We stayed here after being stranded in London...
We stayed here after being stranded in London when flights were cancelled, roons are very basic but clean, need a serious coat of paint and some decent curtains but from the looks of the rest of the hotel the owners are doing it up bit by bit so hopefully won't be long until the bedrooms are done. TV only had 3 channels too.Breakfast very simple, free internet access in reception is a real bonus for London.Very handy for the tube, and if you're looking for a budget property then a reasonable option
Reviewed by C Richards; Reviewed in Apr 2010

Very disapointed with the very cramped accomodation not...
Very disapointed with the very cramped accomodation not as stated in the advert. Breakfast consisted of toast and cold boiled eggs. Very cramped; like the bedrooms. Difficult to communicate with staff as few spoke English. Not sufficient teas and coffee in room. Would not reccomend this as value for money.
Reviewed by J Neill; Reviewed in Apr 2010

Extremely dirty room upon request of changing the...
Extremely dirty room, upon request of changing the staff did not help at all, and said thats the best room available. Duvet cover were so dirty. Not happy at all.
Reviewed by D Kumar; Reviewed in Apr 2010

What a let down The decor was shabby...
What a let down! The decor was shabby and incomplete. The throw on the bed had blood stain on it (though sheets seemed okay). Bathroom was TINY, hardly enough space to manoeuvre around the door to shut it. Would not have been happy to pay the non discounted price. Be warned there is a charge for card payment.
Reviewed by Louise G; Reviewed in Apr 2010

For the price we pay it was not...
For the price we pay it was not worth it. first to get to the room you need it to climb 7 sets of stairs. I accidently spilled some juice on my bedsheets and notice at night that the sheets were not changed. I was told that bedsheets are changed every four days only. therefore we had to sleep with dirty linens until we left. the manager or owner of the place has an attitude problem...you feel like he is doing you a favor by staying in this place. we ask for soap because the tiny bar of soap had finished they got upset. I also heard other customers complaining about the service and uncleaninless of the bed sheets. We asked to be moved down to the first or second floor because my mother could not take walking up and up and down the seven set of stairs no cooperation from their part. Overall...This is a place I would recommend to my worst enemy
Reviewed by A Curling; Reviewed in Apr 2010

enjoyed stay staff extremely courteous and helpful ...
enjoyed stay, staff extremely courteous and helpful
Reviewed by Norma Twigg; Reviewed in Apr 2010

i have recently stop in several hotels in...
i have recently stop in several hotels in this area and this has to be the worst unfriendly staff, unclean carpets, couldnt sleep because the bedcreeked that much, no tv reception, shower head that kept falling off. Would not recommend stopping
Reviewed by a page; Reviewed in Mar 2010

dirty small and stinky ...
dirty,small and stinky
Reviewed by istvan p; Reviewed in Mar 2010

This hotel was very decieving as it was...
This hotel was very decieving, as it was nothing like the photo's. Although it was clean, but that was not good enough. There were 4 of us staying in a 2 x double bed room, which was a very unreasonable size as you could barely get through the door or around the beds. Also this room still had a fire exit sign above it when there was clearly no exit available. The bathroom was modern but the toilet flush was broken and the door to enter the bathroom had to be illegal as it was ever so narrow. To add to this, in the bedroom the plug socket was not fixed properly as when i removed a plug it almost came with it. One more thing the windows were very old and very stiff and hard to close or open as it to 3 of us to do it, which was very dangerous as 2 of us were standing on the beds. I have written this for the hotelier to see as they need to make some changes, as i found it unsafe. I do not want to make a complaint as I believe people deserve the chance to put things right. I do not expect this to be put on this site, however I do hope you take into consideration the flaws I feel this hotel has, for the safety and well being of its future customers as this was awarded 3* which I feel was too generous.
Reviewed by K Bedford; Reviewed in Mar 2010

We stayed in a bedroom intended for persons...
We stayed in a bedroom intended for 5 persons but thankfully we were only 3 people travelling as the room was tiny! How you would cram 5 grownups in there is beyond me!The room itself was nothing more than ok. Water damage on the walls and overall it could do with TLC! The hot water worked fine which was crucial to us.The fact that it was based in the basement next to the kitchen/ breakfast area was the most influential negative factor for us as we were woken up every morning around 6 o clock with the staff entering the fire exit (setting the alarm on) following extreme racket until we couldn’t take it anymore and got up for breakfast ourselves.. That experience didn’t do anything to make up for all that noise as none of us had ever seen poorer breakfast at any hotel we have stayed at! The juice was sour and the cereal stale.Location of the hotel is great but walking around the area with all those hotels around left me thinking I might have gotten a better deal somewhere else...
Reviewed by L Marteins; Reviewed in Mar 2010

Got to the hotel Was unable to stay...
Got to the hotel. Was unable to stay due to problem with Plumbing. Had a courtesy taxi to alternative hotel. Hotel comfortable for price.Breakfeast room very small and very hot. It was the sameroom as the reception?! Tables very unstable and cheap and small (had to be due to size of room) Not ideal with kids!
Reviewed by S Helyar; Reviewed in Mar 2010

On the web site it stated that the...
On the web site it stated that the Hotel had been refurbished we had no evidence of this, we were put in a room down in the basement, No handle on the bathroom door, the shower didn't even hang on the wall. The food was discusting, couldn't even put the milk and juice in a jug (that doesn't cost anything) the plates were chipped (again you could get a set of plates for next to nothing) not sure where the 3* comes from personally. Wouldn't stay again.
Reviewed by T VOYCE; Reviewed in Feb 2010

Wasnt expecting much for but the picture of...
Wasnt expecting much for £60, but the picture of the room on the Linden House Hotel website was in no way, shape or form anything like the room we were presented with. The room had not even been cleaned from previous occupant when we arrived! Our room smelt musty and to shut the bathroom door, you have to stand in the shower!! Would not recommend a stay here to anyone.
Reviewed by c watson; Reviewed in Feb 2010

Relatively cheap but not that cheap so was...
Relatively cheap but not that cheap so was expecting better. I think I was in a bad room because the place looked like student accommodation. Perfectally clean but carpet and bed stained heavily. Got a parking ticket in the morning also and the breakfast is just boiled eggs and toast.
Reviewed by Edward C; Reviewed in Feb 2010

a long way up but it was all...
a long way up but it was all fine for my trip...
Reviewed by keith h; Reviewed in Feb 2010

Felt that the hotel was close to station...
Felt that the hotel was close to station. Breakfast not good.
Reviewed by Maria C; Reviewed in Feb 2010

Poor location decrepit accommodation No redeeming features Never...
Poor location, decrepit accommodation. No redeeming features. Never again.
Reviewed by John Airey; Reviewed in Feb 2010

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Reviewed by Steve B; Reviewed in Feb 2010

Very clean tidy and warm accommodation In very...
Very clean, tidy and warm accommodation. In very easy reach of Paddington station and Underground.
Reviewed by j watson; Reviewed in Jan 2010

Stanza molto piccola la pulizia lascia un p...
Stanza molto piccola, la pulizia lascia un pò a desiderare. Ottimo per un soggiorno breve, per chi ha necessità di un punto di appoggio notturno. Collocazione eccellente. Il personale è molto disponibile.
Reviewed by luca o; Reviewed in Jan 2010

Basic but adequate no frills accomodation No traffic...
Basic but adequate no frills accomodation. No traffic disturbance. Very conveniently situated for public transport links in and out of London.
Reviewed by Michael P; Reviewed in Jan 2010

Nice location friendly staff good clean basement room...
Nice location, friendly staff, good clean (basement) room, new bathoom/wet room was good (though no lock on the door and shower head didn't fit onto the wall which was a bit awkward). pretty good value for money overall. maybe not the best if you plan to spend a lot of time in the room, but i'd go back
Reviewed by sarah a; Reviewed in Jan 2010

We really enjoyed our stay in Linden House...
We really enjoyed our stay in Linden House Hotel. The value for money was excellent and it was very close to Paddington Station, allowing us to walk back and forward to the tube stations to go into London. It was easy to get to and the staff was very hospitable. The room was simple but very clean and nice, perfect for a young couple. I would recommend it to people that are visiting London for pleasure and spend a lot of time exploring the sights, as it makes an excellent base. I would not hesitate in using it again.
Reviewed by E Price; Reviewed in Jan 2010

Additional fee for early check in Broken shower...
Additional fee for early check in, Broken shower, bad pillows, no trash container in room. broken toilet, no lift for luggage, no doorknob in bathroom, bathroom light did not work, breakfast area extremely crowded, no tableware, poor quality food, no cups, no silverware.
Reviewed by DEAN A; Reviewed in Jan 2010

Room for - one towel Not accessible with...
Room for 4 - one towel. Not accessible with 7 flights of stairs, no lift (we travelled with my 81 year old mother, 6 suitcases filled up! Breakfast of the poorest standard we've ever experienced. We got back at 9pm after a long day of sightseeing returning to a room that wasn't touched by the cleaning service - morning coffee mugs still dirty. Don't waste money on this establishment that clearly lacks ANY service. To a comment I made to the duty manager regarding the bad service I got the following reply: "you should see other hotels in London, they're even worse..." - I rest my case.
Reviewed by Martha d; Reviewed in Dec 2009

The price was good staff were polite However...
The price was good, staff were polite. However, the room was not so good. Basement room, very noisey, banging through the night and too close to the kitchen. No phone signal in basement rooms.
Reviewed by F Ford; Reviewed in Nov 2009

We stayed for two nights in the hotel...
We stayed for two nights in the hotel. The room was a let down, not like we saw on the picture, and did not meet a 3star rating in my opinion. It was very basic and not worth the amount of money we paid. Although the accomodation appeared clean and tidy on two separate occasions me and my partner saw mice running around on the ground floor near the breakfast room, therefore we did not wish to eat. When we informed reception they did not appear to care or be suprised!! Would not reccomend this hotel to anyone.
Reviewed by K A; Reviewed in Nov 2009

Very good budget accommodation in good location lt...
Very good budget accommodation in good locationour room was small but adequate- not suited to large amounts of luggagebathroom was small but of very good standard having been refurbished
Reviewed by JOHN R; Reviewed in Nov 2009

not ideal for those who can't deal with...
not ideal for those who can't deal with stairs - room was up 4 flights of stairs
Reviewed by V K; Reviewed in Nov 2009

Although the bed linen and towels were absolutely...
Although the bed linen and towels were absolutely clean, the bathroom very new, bedroom facilities were extremely basic. Very little storage (for 2 people), no bedside lamps, no chair- just the bed to sit on.Breakfast room also very crammed and a bit chaotic at busy times.On the positive side it was quiet (we were at the back of the hotel) and the location is great for Paddington and Hyde Park. Also near lots of eating places and good pubs. Staff polite and extra pillows supplied very quickly.
Reviewed by E L; Reviewed in Nov 2009

Lets start with the good staff friendly amp...
Lets start with the good, staff friendly & very helpful & that`s where it ends. Room so small, good job didn`t need to swing cat around had no chance. Also not that clean either. Note to fellow stayers take your own pillow! The one provided, & yes there was only one, was well past it`s sell by date being flat & lifeless!! We were put on 3rd floor no lifts & tight squeeze to get bags up & very tiring! Didn`t have breakfast as room too small to accomadate all guests, long queue!!!! Asked to leave bags there for couple of hours at a cost of £5 per bag. Thought they would be put somewhere secure & no just dropped in the hallway!!!!
Reviewed by D White; Reviewed in Nov 2009

The room was appalling with scuffed carpets a...
The room was appalling, with scuffed carpets, a dribbling shower, marked walls, a careworn kettle, scant tea bags, no biscuits, no double-glazed windows and an old bed. Add to this a cramped breakfast room with a decrepid toaster, a surcharge on our booking fee to accomodate a credit card transaction and you'll see why we would never stay at this B and B again.Well you did ask.
Reviewed by R James; Reviewed in Oct 2009

I believe that this was the only room...
I believe that this was the only room that could be for single use (thought I can't imagine 2 could ever use it!) The bed was a small double and just fitted the width with no room for any bedside table, the switch for the light over the bed was too high up the wall to use in a sitting position, the only spoon provided for tea or coffee was a desert or tablespoon!. There was one thin blanket on the bed and I later had to use the extra blankets though these smelt as if someone had thrown up on them. The shower, however, was lovely, obviously refurbished. Breakfast was a farce - there was no-one to receive one or direct one to a table, very cramped little room and not enough tables for guests who kept piling into the room and queueing to put their slices of bread onto the conveyor belt toaster. Not exactly a relaxing breakfast and I was glad to return to my room for a cup of coffee! The pictures for this hotel on the internet are not realistic.
Reviewed by S B; Reviewed in Oct 2009

Fine ...
Fine
Reviewed by Stephen B; Reviewed in Oct 2009

This hotel could not even provide basic requirements...
This hotel could not even provide basic requirements eg,drinking glass, sink plug,teaspoon, towels on one occasion,there were no valances on the bed leaving the divan base showing.Dead flowers in the foyer on arrival were still there three days later on departure.The breakfast room was far two small, with little choice even for continental breakfast,staff were surly with not even a suggestion of uniform.Our stay in London was spoiled by our choice of hotel which I have to say looked good on the website.With more attention to detail this hotel could be better.
Reviewed by Alan Storey; Reviewed in Oct 2009

Stayed for nights at the Linden upon our...
Stayed for 2 nights at the Linden, upon our arrival the check in gentleman was really welcoming checked us in fine, we made our way up to the room, the room was tidy and clean, tv, 2 beds, kettle, the bathroom was really clean and nice.The staff were very nice everytime we passed through reception, the only bad point about the hotel was the breakfast although free, it was really poor, bascially it was toast on the worst toasting machine in the world or pour your own orange juice from a carton, they could do alot better with this part.All in all a nice hotel and I would stay there again.
Reviewed by Andrew Gibney; Reviewed in Oct 2009

Tiny room no storage cupboard wardrobe no toilet...
Tiny room, no storage cupboard/wardrobe, no toilet paper, no waste bin or sanitary bin, leads hanging from wall TV, shower fixture hanging from hole in bathroom wall, tiny bathroom/wetroom, no fire-safety notice/instructions, matresses stored in hallways, towels replaced during day but beds not made. Very very basic.
Reviewed by e h; Reviewed in Oct 2009

Zimmer Nummer ist sehr klein im Bad konnte...
Zimmer Nummer 9 ist sehr klein, im Bad konnte man sich kaum umdrehen, oder nur bei geschlossener Tür. Teppiche schmuddlig, Abstellfläche unter TV hing sehr schief, drohte zu kippen. Hairdryer in Zimmer Nr. 28 funktionierte nicht. Erst bei Nachfrage wurde er ersetzt.
Reviewed by L F; Reviewed in Oct 2009

Had we not been asked to pay in...
Had we not been asked to pay in advance (on arrival) we would probably have looked for a better hotel for our second and third nights. The staff were good. The basic breakfast of cereal and toast was marred by a d.i.y. conveyor toaster that was defective. Our room had wafer thin walls, hair in the bedside cabinet drawers, an extractor fan in the en-suite that made more noise than a lynx helicopter and a pest control poison box under the bed that set my wife's mouse phobia off to a full gallop. Overall? Good value, clean sheets and kind staff. We will probably stay again . . . . probably.
Reviewed by K T; Reviewed in Oct 2009

This was the dirties hotel I have ever...
This was the dirties hotel I have ever been. It has nothing to do with the pics they show. It is not a hotel but only a poor hostel.
Reviewed by Anett C; Reviewed in Sep 2009