The Grand At Trafalgar Square

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The Grand At Trafalgar Square London

Location. The Grand at Trafalgar Square is a recently-restored Victorian hotel first built in 1887 and located just off Trafalgar Square, a focal point of central London; the National Gallery, Covent Garden and theatre district are within three blocks' walk. London Heathrow Airport is 25 miles away with an approximate driving time of 60 minutes.

Hotel Features. Guests can begin the day with breakfast in the hotel restaurant (surcharge) and make use of the complimentary wireless Internet service available throughout the property. The gym provides active guests with a place to work out after sightseeing in central London, while guests can also relax in the lounge bar and coffee is available in the lobby. Room service is offered and other amenities include safe- deposit boxes and a dry cleaning service. Parking is available two blocks away (surcharge applies).

Guestrooms. The Grand at Trafalgar Square offers 63 air-conditioned guestrooms spread over eight floors. All have high ceilings, opulent windows, and historic features whilst beds come with fine linens and pillow top mattresses. Other amenities include flatscreen cable TV with a pay movies service, complimentary wireless and broadband Internet, direct- dial telephones, hair dryers, and tea and coffee makers.

Expert Tip. The South Bank Centre is just across the river from the hotel and the area boasts an array of entertainment and dining options for visitors as well as cruises on the River Thames. Attractions include the Royal Festival Hall and Purcell Rooms, the Hayward Gallery, the National Film Theatre and the Royal National Theatre. Guests can take a pleasant walk along the River to the Tate Modern, Shakespeare's Globe and the London Eye.

Please note:

The hotel restaurant is not open until late 2007; the hotel has deals with certain local restaurants where guests spending over £50 will receive a percentage discount (check details with front desk).

Getting there. The Heathrow Express and Connect train services run to London Paddington Station every 15 minutes. From here take the Bakerloo underground Line to Charing Cross station. The airport is also on the Underground Piccadilly Line which runs to Picadilly Circus underground station; change for the Bakerloo Line southbound to Charing Cross. London's taxi cabs also serve Heathrow Airport and cost £50 to the city centre. The hotel is one block from Charing Cross train station, and underground exits lead into Trafalgar Square. The best way to get around the city is by using the Underground (metro) or bus services. Also, taxi cabs can be hailed in the street.

Driving directions. Take the A4 towards central London, passing Piccadilly Circus and following towards Trafalgar Square. The hotel is on Northumberland Avenue, half a block off Trafalgar Square.