StayAreasIs The Pilgrm in a good location?
Yes, if you're flying into Heathrow or want good value in zone 1. The Pilgrm 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: Small, stylish rooms steps from the Heathrow Express.
- Area
- Paddington
- Address
- 25 London Street, W2 1HH
- Guest score on Booking.com
- 7.8 / 10 from 1,719 reviews
- Stars
- 4 stars
- Typical budget double in Paddington
- About $120 a night
- From Heathrow
- About 32 minutes, Heathrow Express non-stop
How far The Pilgrm 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 | 3.8 km | — | 25 minCircle |
| Natural History Museum | 2.1 km | — | 26 minCircle, bus 74 |
| Buckingham Palace | 2.7 km | — | 28 minbus 36 |
| Trafalgar Square | 3.3 km | — | 29 minBakerloo |
| Camden Market | 3.5 km | — | 29 minbus 27 |
| London Eye | 4.3 km | — | 31 minBakerloo |
| British Museum | 3.3 km | — | 32 minElizabeth line |
| Covent Garden Market | 3.6 km | — | 33 minBakerloo, Piccadilly |
None of the big sights is within a 15-minute walk, so plan on public transport for sightseeing.
What The Pilgrm has
- Restaurant
- Pets allowed
- Bar
- 24-hour front desk
- Terrace
- Free Wi-Fi
Not listed: room service, gym, swimming pool, spa, air conditioning, lift, family rooms 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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The Pilgrm: questions
Is The Pilgrm in a good location?
Yes, if you're flying into Heathrow or want good value in zone 1. The Pilgrm 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 The Pilgrm from Hyde Park?
1.3 km in a straight line, about 20 minutes on foot.
How do I get from Heathrow to The Pilgrm?
About 32 minutes door to door to Paddington: Heathrow Express non-stop.
Is the area around The Pilgrm safe?
Street crime in Paddington is around the city average for London, based on data.police.uk.
Does The Pilgrm have room service?
Room service isn't listed for The Pilgrm on Booking.com, so check with the hotel before you book.
Does The Pilgrm have a pool?
Swimming pool isn't listed for The Pilgrm on Booking.com, so check with the hotel before you book.
Does The Pilgrm have air conditioning?
Air conditioning isn't listed for The Pilgrm on Booking.com, so check with the hotel before you book.