Blakes HotelvsDoubleTree by Hilton Hotel London -Tower of London
Both properties are rated very highly by expert reviewers. On balance, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel London -Tower of London is preferred by most reviewers compared to Blakes Hotel. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel London -Tower of London comes in at 84 with accolades from 6 reviews including Rough Guide, Zagat and Star Service.
Blakes Hotel Show All Reviews
33 Roland Gardens, London SW7 3PF
From $419/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Michelin Guide
"Dramatic, bold and eclectic decor."
Frommer's
"Actress Anouska Hempel's opulent and highly individual creation is one of London's best small hotels." Full review
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Live out your fantasy: Choose an ancient Egyptian funeral barge or a 16th-century Venetian boudoir.
Lonely Planet
"Recently refurbished Blakes oozes panache: five Victorian houses cobbled into one hotel and incomparably designed by Anouska Hempel." Full review
Time Out
"Each room is in a different style, with influences from Italy, India, Turkey and China." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Rooms range in style from baronial manor to opulent Oriental and contain pieces collected on her travels."
Insight Guides
"Very trendy and up-to-the-minute hotel which is popular with theatrical and media folk. Cosmopolitan, tolerant, laid-back in style. 51 rooms."
Gayot
"Fans of minimalism steer clear of this one. But lovers of the weird and wonderful --- welcome!"
Travel + Leisure
"Situated a stone’s throw from Regent’s Park in South Kensington, Blakes Hotel has attracted an A-List of celebrities since its 1981 opening." Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"The Blakes Hotel is a five-pearl boutique property designed by actress-turned-designer Anouska Hempel." Full review
goop
"For a while, Blakes was GP’s home-away-from-home in London." Full review
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel London -Tower of London
7 Pepys Street, London EC3N 4AF
From $107/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Rough Guide
Star
"Large, modern and bright... a good option for all. Rooms – nearly 600 of them – are clean, airy and comfortable."
Frommer's
"Rooms are similarly top-notch, with a clean-lined, Modernist feel and iMac TV/entertainment centers." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"With its edgy architectural themes, dramatic panoramic views, and central location, the Doubletree - Tower of London is a convenient and stylish pick." Full review
Star Service
"This popular hotel rakes in Americans by the bucketful thanks to its brand name and amenity roster." Full review
Zagat
"A rooftop cocktail lounge with views of Tower Bridge is a highlight of this large business hotel where the modern accommodations all feature free WiFi."
The Telegraph
7.0
"Top marks for the Skylounge Bar — not the prettiest design, but fabulous outdoor terraces with winter heaters, summer barbies and City views to make you weep." Full review