The 140-room Ambassadors Hotel is a simple, cramped hotel in London's Kensington neighborhood. The hotel's lobby is the sleekest part of the property, and it's a stark contrast from the dark and narrow hallways. Rooms are sparse but not spacious, though updated Deluxe Rooms have a little color in them. A no-frills property, the budget Ambassadors has few additional features, and guests must pay for breakfast and Wi-Fi.
The 140-room Ambassadors Hotel is a simple, cramped hotel in London's Kensington neighborhood. The hotel's lobby is the sleekest part of the property, and it's a stark contrast from the dark and narrow hallways. Rooms are sparse but not spacious, though updated Deluxe Rooms have a little color in them. A no-frills property, the budget Ambassadors has few additional features, and guests must pay for breakfast and Wi-Fi.
One of the closest hotels to the falls, this 66-room, budget Travelodge is situated right in the middle of downtown Niagara Falls in Ontario. A simple, two-story motor lodge with an outdoor pool, free Wi-Fi, and free breakfast at Ruby Tuesday next door, it offers a solid value considering its prime location. Rooms are clean, comfortable, and contemporary by budget motel standards, and some even come with private whirlpool tubs and balconies. Guests who would prefer an indoor pool should try Country Inn & Suites Niagara Falls for comfortable rooms at a similar price point.
One of the closest hotels to the falls, this 66-room, budget Travelodge is situated right in the middle of downtown Niagara Falls in Ontario. A simple, two-story motor lodge with an outdoor pool, free Wi-Fi, and free breakfast at Ruby Tuesday next door, it offers a solid value considering its prime location. Rooms are clean, comfortable, and contemporary by budget motel standards, and some even come with private whirlpool tubs and balconies. Guests who would prefer an indoor pool should try Country Inn & Suites Niagara Falls for comfortable rooms at a similar price point.
With 81 rooms and suites, the upscale Rydges Kensington feels a little more personal than some of the larger hotels of its category. However, it still has a few important amenities (namely a small fitness center, elegant bar, and artsy restaurant) that one would expect from a higher-end property. Rooms are modern and cozy, ranging from small singles to family-size suites, and come with mini-fridges and windows that open. The bathrooms feel somewhat cramped (particularly the showers), but overall this hotel is a good choice for its convenient central-London location, and well-kept rooms and common areas.
With 81 rooms and suites, the upscale Rydges Kensington feels a little more personal than some of the larger hotels of its category. However, it still has a few important amenities (namely a small fitness center, elegant bar, and artsy restaurant) that one would expect from a higher-end property. Rooms are modern and cozy, ranging from small singles to family-size suites, and come with mini-fridges and windows that open. The bathrooms feel somewhat cramped (particularly the showers), but overall this hotel is a good choice for its convenient central-London location, and well-kept rooms and common areas.
This 65-room, two-pearl hotel sets itself apart from other budget properties with its sleek decor and free breakfast. The property is a bit far from West End attractions, but its close enough to the tube to still be a convenient base for tourists. Rooms are small but sleek, with flat-screen TVs, kettles, and air-conditioning, however they suffer from thin walls. Amenities are limited to a free breakfast and free Wi-Fi, plus drinks are sold at the front desk. Overall, it’s a good pick for those who just wants the basics. Travelers may also want to compare rates at the Blair Victoria & Tudor Inn Hotel, which has similar amenities but a location closer to the action of the city center.
This 65-room, two-pearl hotel sets itself apart from other budget properties with its sleek decor and free breakfast. The property is a bit far from West End attractions, but its close enough to the tube to still be a convenient base for tourists. Rooms are small but sleek, with flat-screen TVs, kettles, and air-conditioning, however they suffer from thin walls. Amenities are limited to a free breakfast and free Wi-Fi, plus drinks are sold at the front desk. Overall, it’s a good pick for those who just wants the basics. Travelers may also want to compare rates at the Blair Victoria & Tudor Inn Hotel, which has similar amenities but a location closer to the action of the city center.
The Comfort Inn City Centre is a 48-room chain hotel located in downtown Toronto. Guest rooms at this two-and-a-half-pearl hotel are clean, simple, and come standard with mini-fridges and coffeemakers, some offer separate sitting areas. The fitness center and breakfast area are small considering the hotel’s size, but functional and convenient nonetheless. Although the neighborhood directly around the hotel is seedy, a 10-minute walk will get you to lively areas like Dundas Square or Church and Wellesley. The hotel is pleasant but unremarkable, with its appeal lying mainly in its downtown location rather than its atmosphere. For about $20 more per night, the nearby Hilton Garden Inn Toronto/City Centre has an indoor pool.
The Comfort Inn City Centre is a 48-room chain hotel located in downtown Toronto. Guest rooms at this two-and-a-half-pearl hotel are clean, simple, and come standard with mini-fridges and coffeemakers, some offer separate sitting areas. The fitness center and breakfast area are small considering the hotel’s size, but functional and convenient nonetheless. Although the neighborhood directly around the hotel is seedy, a 10-minute walk will get you to lively areas like Dundas Square or Church and Wellesley. The hotel is pleasant but unremarkable, with its appeal lying mainly in its downtown location rather than its atmosphere. For about $20 more per night, the nearby Hilton Garden Inn Toronto/City Centre has an indoor pool.
As the old real estate saying goes, the three most important factors are location, location, location. The upscale, apartment-style Citadines Trafalgar Square London is situated in the geographic heart of London -- a nearly unparalleled central location for sightseeing. Its 187 studios and apartments, which can host two to six guests, are spacious, modern, and homey, with en-suite bathrooms, fully equipped kitchenettes, and modern amenities like flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi. The hotel offers a stylish lobby lounge, self-service laundry, access to a modern gym next door, and free hot drinks all day. But, there's no restaurant and the continental breakfast is a bit pricey. As an alternative, The Grand at Trafalgar Square will give guests grander common areas and an on-site restaurant and bar, but rooms there are less stylish and most lack kitchenettes.
As the old real estate saying goes, the three most important factors are location, location, location. The upscale, apartment-style Citadines Trafalgar Square London is situated in the geographic heart of London -- a nearly unparalleled central location for sightseeing. Its 187 studios and apartments, which can host two to six guests, are spacious, modern, and homey, with en-suite bathrooms, fully equipped kitchenettes, and modern amenities like flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi. The hotel offers a stylish lobby lounge, self-service laundry, access to a modern gym next door, and free hot drinks all day. But, there's no restaurant and the continental breakfast is a bit pricey. As an alternative, The Grand at Trafalgar Square will give guests grander common areas and an on-site restaurant and bar, but rooms there are less stylish and most lack kitchenettes.
The Lidos Hotel is a budget property in central London's upscale Pimlico neighborhood. A 24-hour bus stop is right outside, and it's under an eight-minute walk to two subway stations. Refurbished in 2012, interiors are fresh in this Victorian property, though amenities limited. The 39 rooms are contemporary and have flat-screen TVs, kettles, and en-suite bathrooms, but they're tiny, lack AC, and some are in the basement. A free continental breakfast offers a sufficient start to the day, and Wi-Fi is free throughout. Competition between London value hotels is fierce, but for a place to rest your head in a brilliant location, it's a solid pick. Air-conditioned rooms are larger at the Premier Inn London Victoria, but it's pricier.
The Lidos Hotel is a budget property in central London's upscale Pimlico neighborhood. A 24-hour bus stop is right outside, and it's under an eight-minute walk to two subway stations. Refurbished in 2012, interiors are fresh in this Victorian property, though amenities limited. The 39 rooms are contemporary and have flat-screen TVs, kettles, and en-suite bathrooms, but they're tiny, lack AC, and some are in the basement. A free continental breakfast offers a sufficient start to the day, and Wi-Fi is free throughout. Competition between London value hotels is fierce, but for a place to rest your head in a brilliant location, it's a solid pick. Air-conditioned rooms are larger at the Premier Inn London Victoria, but it's pricier.
The massive, Vegas-style resort is the only hotel with a casino on the U.S. side of Niagara Falls. The 604-room property, located within walking distance of Niagara Falls State Park and Goat Island, also has all the features one would expect from an upper-middle-range resort of this size. Namely: multiple dining options and bars (though food gets mixed reviews), an indoor pool with hot tub, a spa and beauty salon, a modern fitness center, and several shops and boutiques. Some of the spacious, modern rooms have whirlpool tubs, while suites offer living areas or separate living rooms with wet bars. Cigarette smoke in the casino might be an issue for some, but the property has a good ventilation system. Casino-goers might also want to check out the Fallsview Casino Resort on the Canadian side of town.
The massive, Vegas-style resort is the only hotel with a casino on the U.S. side of Niagara Falls. The 604-room property, located within walking distance of Niagara Falls State Park and Goat Island, also has all the features one would expect from an upper-middle-range resort of this size. Namely: multiple dining options and bars (though food gets mixed reviews), an indoor pool with hot tub, a spa and beauty salon, a modern fitness center, and several shops and boutiques. Some of the spacious, modern rooms have whirlpool tubs, while suites offer living areas or separate living rooms with wet bars. Cigarette smoke in the casino might be an issue for some, but the property has a good ventilation system. Casino-goers might also want to check out the Fallsview Casino Resort on the Canadian side of town.
Located on the edge of Shoreditch in Hackney, the upper-middle-range RE London Shoreditch is off the beaten path but delivers appealing digs for a reasonable rate. Its 178 rooms are basic, modern, clean, and comfortable -- and have freebies like Wi-Fi, unlimited still and sparkling water, hot chocolate, and cookies. The [fitness center]( Occult Museum ) is well-equipped and looks like a private studio, and the lobby lounge and bar offers ample space to relax or get some work done. On the downside, there's a fee for breakfast and parking. The RE London Shoreditch isn't near sights or the trendy neighborhood in its name, but the hotel is within walking distance of public transportation. Those looking for comparable accommodations closer to the center of the East End's action may wish to try Shoreditch Inn London.
Located on the edge of Shoreditch in Hackney, the upper-middle-range RE London Shoreditch is off the beaten path but delivers appealing digs for a reasonable rate. Its 178 rooms are basic, modern, clean, and comfortable -- and have freebies like Wi-Fi, unlimited still and sparkling water, hot chocolate, and cookies. The [fitness center]( Occult Museum ) is well-equipped and looks like a private studio, and the lobby lounge and bar offers ample space to relax or get some work done. On the downside, there's a fee for breakfast and parking. The RE London Shoreditch isn't near sights or the trendy neighborhood in its name, but the hotel is within walking distance of public transportation. Those looking for comparable accommodations closer to the center of the East End's action may wish to try Shoreditch Inn London.
Set in the heart of Jamaica’s capital, the upscale Terra Nova All Suites could easily be Kingston’s finest hotel, with its gracious Old World interiors, 46 elegant suites, and chandeliers aplenty -- all reminiscent of a classic Ritz Carlton, but on a more intimate scale. A daily buffet breakfast (a good one) is included in the room rate, and homemade cookies come with the nightly turndown service. Fine food is served in one of two chic restaurants, and there's an elegant lounge bar and an in-house cafe/patisserie. However, the rectangular outdoor pool, with a blue mosaic-tile water feature, while in a lovely setting, is nothing spectacular, and the fitness center has limited equipment. A spa is also notably missing, though it's reportedly in the works. Travelers seeking to stay outside the city could try Strawberry Hill.
Set in the heart of Jamaica’s capital, the upscale Terra Nova All Suites could easily be Kingston’s finest hotel, with its gracious Old World interiors, 46 elegant suites, and chandeliers aplenty -- all reminiscent of a classic Ritz Carlton, but on a more intimate scale. A daily buffet breakfast (a good one) is included in the room rate, and homemade cookies come with the nightly turndown service. Fine food is served in one of two chic restaurants, and there's an elegant lounge bar and an in-house cafe/patisserie. However, the rectangular outdoor pool, with a blue mosaic-tile water feature, while in a lovely setting, is nothing spectacular, and the fitness center has limited equipment. A spa is also notably missing, though it's reportedly in the works. Travelers seeking to stay outside the city could try Strawberry Hill.