StayAreasIs Novotel London Paddington in a good location?
Yes, if you're flying into Heathrow or want good value in zone 1. Novotel London Paddington is in Paddington, about 25 minutes from Big Ben by public transport. The Heathrow Express takes 15 minutes and Hyde Park is close, though the streets by the station are functional rather than pretty.
Our note: Modern canal-side hotel with family rooms.
- Area
- Paddington
- Address
- 3 Kingdom Street, Sheldon Square, W2 6BD
- Guest score on Booking.com
- 8.3 / 10 from 2,015 reviews
- Stars
- 4 stars
- Typical mid-range double in Paddington
- About $230 a night
- From Heathrow
- About 32 minutes, Heathrow Express non-stop
How far Novotel London Paddington is from the sights
Straight-line distance from the hotel; walking adds about a third for the streets. Public transport is door to door from Paddington, planned on the TfL Journey Planner for a weekday morning.
| Sight | Distance | On foot | Public transport |
|---|---|---|---|
| Big Ben | 4.5 km | — | 25 minCircle |
| Natural History Museum | 2.6 km | — | 26 minCircle, bus 74 |
| Buckingham Palace | 3.4 km | — | 28 minbus 36 |
| Camden Market | 3.5 km | — | 29 minbus 27 |
| Trafalgar Square | 3.9 km | — | 29 minBakerloo |
| London Eye | 4.9 km | — | 31 minBakerloo |
| British Museum | 3.8 km | — | 32 minElizabeth line |
| Covent Garden Market | 4.2 km | — | 33 minBakerloo, Piccadilly |
None of the big sights is within a 15-minute walk, so plan on public transport for sightseeing.
What Novotel London Paddington has
- Restaurant
- Pets allowed
- Room service
- Bar
- 24-hour front desk
- Gym
- Terrace
- Family rooms
- Lift
- Soundproofed rooms
- Swimming pool
- Free Wi-Fi
Not listed: spa, air conditioning and parking.
As listed on Booking.com, checked 2 Nov 2026.
Staying in Paddington
Fifteen minutes from Heathrow, next to Hyde Park and Little Venice, with some of the best hotel value in zone 1.
10 min to Leicester Square. Paddington (Elizabeth line, Heathrow Express, Bakerloo, Circle, District, Hammersmith & City lines).
Street crime is about the London average. Source: data.police.uk.
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Novotel London Paddington: questions
Is Novotel London Paddington in a good location?
Yes, if you're flying into Heathrow or want good value in zone 1. Novotel London Paddington is in Paddington, about 25 minutes from Big Ben by public transport. The Heathrow Express takes 15 minutes and Hyde Park is close, though the streets by the station are functional rather than pretty.
How far is Novotel London Paddington from Kensington Palace?
1.6 km in a straight line, about 25 minutes on foot.
How do I get from Heathrow to Novotel London Paddington?
About 32 minutes door to door to Paddington: Heathrow Express non-stop.
Is the area around Novotel London Paddington safe?
Street crime in Paddington is around the city average for London, based on data.police.uk.
Does Novotel London Paddington have room service?
Yes, Novotel London Paddington lists room service on Booking.com.
Does Novotel London Paddington have a pool?
Yes, Novotel London Paddington lists swimming pool on Booking.com.
Does Novotel London Paddington have air conditioning?
Air conditioning isn't listed for Novotel London Paddington on Booking.com, so check with the hotel before you book.