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Check-in: 1500
Check-out: 1200
Local currency: USD
Swissotel The Howard, London is set in a quiet oasis just off the Embankment. Situated on the border of the City of Westminster and the City of London, the 5-star hotel enjoys a post card panoramic view of the River Thames from the House of Parliament to St. Paul's Cathedral. Just a short stroll will take you to the West End and Covent Garden with its bars, restaurants and shopping. Swissotel The Howard, London offers the traditional renowned Swiss service in a contemporary functional hotel which guarantees a pleasant stay for both business or pleasure. 24-hour room service, valet service, concierge and business centre, conference & events suites, Wifi Internet in bedrooms and all public areas, valet parking, house florist, dry-cleaning services, complimentary use of off-site health club, children's themed room, babysitting services, airport transfer, limousine service, mauve Bar, temple Bar, garden courtyard, restaurant.
Check-in: 1500
Check-out: 1200
Local currency: USD
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Overall score
4.3 out of 5
(54 reviews)
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Hotel address: 12, Temple Place, London, United Kingdom WC2R 2PR
London
London Heathrow Airport London Gatwick Airport
Walking distance to Covent Garden with its shops, theatres and nightlife. Situated on the border of City of Westminster and City of London.
Restaurant introducing modern British cuisine where mostly local regional ingredients are used and menus change on a seasonal basis. Dishes include Braised Feather Blade of Galloway Beef and Traditional Scottish Cullen Skink.
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Check-in: 1500
Check-out: 1200
Local currency: USD
*rate found for check-in Dec 21, check-out Dec 24
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Overall score
4.3 out of 5
(54 reviews)
Reviews and scores for each hotel are collected from customers who purchased a stay at that hotel.
Reviewers are asked to rate a variety of hotel attributes on a scale of 1 to 5. The highest possible score is "5," meaning the user was "very satisfied," while "1" is the lowest, meaning the user was "very dissatisfied."
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Score
4 out of 5
Trip to London Fall 2009
Aej Oct 23, 2009
The hotel was very nice and they had accommodated our request for adjoining rooms. The room was very comfortable and elegant ... and quiet. The location across from the Temple Tube was excellent, particularly after a long day of touristing. Close to many venues of interest and close to restaurants on the Strand. Lovely experience all in all.
Traveler type: Family
The restaurant in the hotel was excellent and so was the service, if expensive. Worth it as a cap to our trip to London on our final evening.
Score
4 out of 5
Great stay but NOT a 5 star hotel.
TBB Oct 21, 2009
Stayed for 7 nites. Fabulous River Views. Attentive staff took care of several "issues" in the room. Hated 19" old TV. ... This is NOT a 5 Star Hotel under any stretch of ones imagination. Maybe 4 Star, no more... Single doorman almost never present when we went in or out. Hot Towel Bar in bath did not work. When we called about it, they came in and had to climb up over the bathroom ceiling to reconnect it. They said they had turned them off to save energy. At these prices that is unacceptable.
Traveler type: Couples
Directly across the street from Underground. It is so easy to take Underground from Heathrow and back. Takes about 1 hour. Can't beat that for price (4GBP) OR speed.
Score
4 out of 5
Convenient location,wonderful staff
ARCH 1 Oct 20, 2009
Great central location and very convenient to the underground. Very helpful staff. Thought the restaurant was pricey and ... chose to eat at the numerous locations within walking distance.
Traveler type: Couples
Reviews represent the opinions of CheapTickets customers, not of CheapTickets or its staff.
The restaurant in the hotel was excellent and so was the service, if expensive. Worth it as a cap to our trip to London on our final evening.
--Aej, Chevy Chase, MD Oct 23, 2009
Directly across the street from Underground. It is so easy to take Underground from Heathrow and back. Takes about 1 hour. Can't beat that for price (4GBP) OR speed.
--TBB, PALM DESERT, CA Oct 21, 2009
Just start walking and use your map!! You'll always find a pub that serves great food. You can buy one drink and sit at an outdoor table and watch the world go by - literally for hours - and it's fine with everyone.
--wfminnj, Lumberton, N.J. Oct 15, 2009
Overall score
4.3 out of 5
(54 reviews)
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Score
4 out of 5
Trip to London Fall 2009
Aej Oct 23, 2009
The hotel was very nice and they had accommodated our request for adjoining rooms. The room was very comfortable and elegant ... and quiet. The location across from the Temple Tube was excellent, particularly after a long day of touristing. Close to many venues of interest and close to restaurants on the Strand. Lovely experience all in all.
Traveler type: Family
The restaurant in the hotel was excellent and so was the service, if expensive. Worth it as a cap to our trip to London on our final evening.
Score
4 out of 5
Great stay but NOT a 5 star hotel.
TBB Oct 21, 2009
Stayed for 7 nites. Fabulous River Views. Attentive staff took care of several "issues" in the room. Hated 19" old TV. ... This is NOT a 5 Star Hotel under any stretch of ones imagination. Maybe 4 Star, no more... Single doorman almost never present when we went in or out. Hot Towel Bar in bath did not work. When we called about it, they came in and had to climb up over the bathroom ceiling to reconnect it. They said they had turned them off to save energy. At these prices that is unacceptable.
Traveler type: Couples
Directly across the street from Underground. It is so easy to take Underground from Heathrow and back. Takes about 1 hour. Can't beat that for price (4GBP) OR speed.
Score
4 out of 5
Convenient location,wonderful staff
ARCH 1 Oct 20, 2009
Great central location and very convenient to the underground. Very helpful staff. Thought the restaurant was pricey and ... chose to eat at the numerous locations within walking distance.
Traveler type: Couples
Score
5 out of 5
ideally located for pedestrian excursion
Ben Oct 18, 2009
very friendly accomodation ...
Traveler type: Family
Score
4 out of 5
Swissotel The Howard
wfminnj Oct 15, 2009
We walked EVERYWHERE - The Howard is so centrally located. We took in theatre, Parliament, Westminster Abbey, Harrods/Harvey ... Nichols, Fortnum & Masons' - it was all within walking distance. The "Eye" is just across the Thames, so is the Tate Modern as well as the cruise to Greenwich & Kew. The concierge was able to direct us to any and all things of interest. He even got us great seats to a show that wasn't on the discounted ticket window and knew where to get the best afternoon tea. London's definitely not cheap but if you're willing to do it right it's a great town!!
Traveler type: Couples
Just start walking and use your map!! You'll always find a pub that serves great food. You can buy one drink and sit at an outdoor table and watch the world go by - literally for hours - and it's fine with everyone.
Score
4 out of 5
Very nice hotel in the center of London
Budzuka Family Oct 14, 2009
London is a fantastic town with something for everyone. The hotel is in the perfect location to maximize your experience. ... The staff is extremely attentive and accommodated our every need.
Traveler type: Family
There are not a lot of dining options right around the hotel. Recommend that you get dinner on your way back from whatever area of London you happen to be touring that day.
Score
3 out of 5
Review from a NY couple
WB Oct 4, 2009
Overall We give it a 3 1/2 Stars - The Swissotel Howard London was conveniently located right on the Victoria Embankment next ... to the Temple District/Circle line. We got there around 1PM from NY, but they didn't offer us an early check-in which was 3PM. We stayed in a room with a river view of the Thames which was nice. The Lavazza Espresso machine was a nice feature. My only two gripes in the room was that we ordered a king bed. They offered us a joined twin, but somehow, the bed was smaller than U.S. standards. I'm 6'1 and my feet were hanging off the bed by about an inch or so. The ceiling to the shower was low and the shower was partitioned by a half glass panel (no shower curtain) which meant water went over the floor every day. Overall, the staff and concierge were helpful and friendly. Atmosphere was nice although we didn't eat in the hotel, the bar and restaurants attempted to keep up with the other trendy spots in London.
Traveler type: Couples
Score
5 out of 5
Fantastic vacation getaway
Happy traveler Sep 29, 2009
We were traveling to celebrate our anniversary. The hotel was awesome! Perfect location, right across the street from the ... tube. The staff is SOOO helpful and professional. The first night we realized that they do not put a "top" sheet on the bed and we called room service (late). They responded immediately and brought up the sheet and from then on the sheet was always in place. Would definitely stay again.
Traveler type: Couples
Definitely take the Original Sightseeing Tour bus. It's a short distance via the Tube and definitely opens your eyes to London and tells of free to very little money attractions.
Score
4 out of 5
Terrific location, great views
Frequent London Visitors Sep 28, 2009
The riverfront rooms had post card like views up and down the themes. A tube stop is literally across the street. Within ... easy walking distance of Covent Garden, The West End and The City.
Traveler type: Couples
Like all fine hotels the bar and restaraunts are rather high priced. We like to get out anyway. There are numerous local options within easy walking distance.
Score
3 out of 5
Swissotel
travel Sep 21, 2009
clean, easy to get to, not as nice as other 5 stars, nice staff, you have to pay for daily internet service at the cost of 15 ... pounds per day, oldish tv with no rent to view movies.
Traveler type: Family
Score
5 out of 5
Elegant
The Canadian Sep 18, 2009
Elegant Hotel Excellent location Very safe Only criticism was the wifi charge, as it is already a very costly hotel. ... Otherwise, will definitely consider staying at Swissotel The Howard again.
Traveler type: Business
Score
5 out of 5
Perfect hotel in all regards
Lisa Sep 14, 2009
We traveled with two girls, ages 14 and 15, and they loved the friendly staff and top-notch service. From the front desk to ... the restaurant staff to housekeeping, everyone was responsive, cheerful, and very helpful, especially with unexpected requests (such as needing an extra hair dryer, plans for a day trip, and checking on our transportation to the airport.) The location turned out to be perfect for us--across the street from a Tube stop, close to bus stops, within walking distance of theaters, and within easy access of many tourist destinations--we walked almost everywhere. Our room was surprisingly spacious and up-to-date for London, and the shower was fantastic. I'd stay here again in a heartbeat. --Lisa R
Traveler type: Family
Score
4 out of 5
Wonderful Thames view
MB Aug 27, 2009
Really loved our river view. Be sure to pay the extra for the river side and get floor 7 or higher to be able to see over ... the trees. The Temple tube stop is right there. Walk to the area around Covent Gardens for lots of restaurant choices. Perhaps some would argue that this isn't a 5 star hotel but since I seldom/never book a 5 star hotel I found the expresso machine, complimentary tea, and the heated towel rack to be some of the very nice touches. Helpful concierge.
Traveler type: Couples
Score
4 out of 5
Richard Jacobs
Rich Aug 26, 2009
Stayed at the hotel after spending the days touring the city. Nice comfortable room, accomodating staff. ...
Traveler type: Single
Very convenient access to the Underground. Very easy to get to from Heathrow via the Underground for 10% of what a taxi would have cost.
Score
4 out of 5
Swissotel, The Howard
RJJr. Aug 25, 2009
We were on vacation and the hotel was perfectly located. We were within walking distance of most major London landmarks, the ... theater district and dining. The staff was very accomodating and helpful, rooms were clean and comfortable. I would definelty stay here again.
Traveler type: Family
Score
5 out of 5
benjamin griff
brosaphire Aug 24, 2009
minor problem but frig. so full of alcohol and treats for sale, no room for items we wanted to place in frig.. also lack of ... ice on each floor created minor inconvience. each night we had to call room service to bring ice and of course you are expected to tip
Traveler type: Couples
Score
4 out of 5
swisshotel the howard
none Aug 24, 2009
very good ...
Traveler type: Business
Score
4 out of 5
Great Hotel
traveler Aug 20, 2009
This hotel was great because it was directly across from a tube station. You could also walk to coffee shops not to many ... places close by to have a meal though. The view from our room was amazing, one of the best things about this hotel.
Traveler type: Family
Score
4 out of 5
Great Location, nice accomodation
Steel Aug 20, 2009
Loved the location directly across from Temple tube stop. Easy & inexpensive to take tube to/from Heathrow @ 4GPB per person ... (one way travel card (zone 1-6). Great location in quiet area, easy walk to Covent Garden, Big Ben, Trafalger Square etc. Rooms nice, clean. Had drinks several nights in Mauve - hotel lounge. Drinks expensive and but nice atmosphere. Would stay here again.
Traveler type: Family
Score
5 out of 5
Perfect place to stay in London!
NBH Aug 18, 2009
My husband and I have traveled to London many times over many decades. This was by far THE best hotel we ever stayed in. ... Everything I clicked above plus restaurant, bar & lounge area all were spectacular. And, especially by making the reservation on CheapTickets.com we got an awesome rate for a fabulous room.
Traveler type: Couples
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The restaurant in the hotel was excellent and so was the service, if expensive. Worth it as a cap to our trip to London on our final evening.
--Aej, Chevy Chase, MD Oct 23, 2009
Directly across the street from Underground. It is so easy to take Underground from Heathrow and back. Takes about 1 hour. Can't beat that for price (4GBP) OR speed.
--TBB, PALM DESERT, CA Oct 21, 2009
Just start walking and use your map!! You'll always find a pub that serves great food. You can buy one drink and sit at an outdoor table and watch the world go by - literally for hours - and it's fine with everyone.
--wfminnj, Lumberton, N.J. Oct 15, 2009
There are not a lot of dining options right around the hotel. Recommend that you get dinner on your way back from whatever area of London you happen to be touring that day.
--Budzuka Family, Naples, Italy Oct 14, 2009
Definitely take the Original Sightseeing Tour bus. It's a short distance via the Tube and definitely opens your eyes to London and tells of free to very little money attractions.
--Happy traveler, Atlanta, GA Sep 29, 2009
Like all fine hotels the bar and restaraunts are rather high priced. We like to get out anyway. There are numerous local options within easy walking distance.
--Frequent London Visitors, Chicago Sep 28, 2009
Very convenient access to the Underground. Very easy to get to from Heathrow via the Underground for 10% of what a taxi would have cost.
--Rich, Mishawaka, IN Aug 26, 2009
Consider including the breakfast plan as part of your package
--Mitch, Macon, Georgia Aug 15, 2009
Short walk to a lot of major London attractions like the Trafalgar Square and the Gallery.
--TravelerNatan, Newport Beach, CA Aug 14, 2009
The hotel is near Temple Church which played a key role in Dan Brown's book, The Da Vinci Code. From the hotel walk north on Arundel St to Fleet Street and turn right. The church cannot be seen from the street. Look for a sign that says "Inner Temple" and follow the passageway into the courtyard within.
--Johnny2Shirts, Phoenix, AZ Aug 13, 2009
You're in the heart of the theater district, so take advantage.
--Linda, Fredericksburg, VA Aug 10, 2009
Get a map of the sites and locations as-well-as a map of the Underground. The underground is very easy to navigate. Bring comfortable walking shoes and you're on your way to a great London vacation.
--Andrew, Fairfield, CT Aug 9, 2009
There is shopping over in Knightsbridge. A store called Harrods, but unless you are a millionaire, don't bother other than to look for fun. Shoes were $1,000. There is shopping by Picadilly Circus and North a couple of blocks. That is a little more reasonable.
--Craig, Illinois Aug 3, 2009
Loads of London sights are only a short walk or tube ride away!
--JoEvans52, Sugar Land TX Aug 2, 2009
get an oyster card for the underground. we didn't know and were paying gbp4 each ride per person! apparently you pay like gbp3 once for the card and then each ride is only gbp1, so it pays for itself almost immediately.
--Giles E, NYC Jul 11, 2009
Remember everything is 2 to 3xs more expensive then in America. Wear comfortable walking shoes. Walk to the attractions if possible that way you will have more money to spend on something else.
--Student's mom, K.C. Missouri Jul 11, 2009
theater area
--me, Germany Jun 28, 2009
Close to many theaters.
--Elie, Woodland Hills, CA Jun 1, 2009
Be weary of the promoters hanging out in Picadilly area. They promise to get you entry and reduced drink prices for a cover fee. The concierges were clueless about nightlift. Do your research in Timeout magazine or the Internet instead of winging it on the streets or asking the concierge.
--Sherrie, Gaithersburg, MD May 26, 2009
You must see a performance at Royal Opera House (book in advance) and Shakespeare's Globe Theater. Both amazing venues within walking distance of the hotel.
--Travel Girl, Los Angeles, CA May 26, 2009
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