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Chester Hotel

Chester Hotel offers budget rooms with free Wi-Fi and air conditioning in Pimlico, London. Near Buckingham Palace, Big Ben, and Westminster Abbey.

27-29 Longmoore St, Pimlico, London SW1V 1JQ, United Kingdom View on map
5.6/10
Average Based on 607 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Paid parking Air-conditioned Kid-friendly Smoke-free
What recent guests emphasize

Comfortable, Clean, and Convenient for Short Stays

Recent guests frequently highlight the hotel’s helpful staff, cleanliness, and excellent location close to London’s main attractions, while noting the compact room sizes and basic facilities.

Guests often praise

  • Friendly and accommodating staff, with helpful reception service including early check-in requests.
  • Clean rooms and fresh bedding, contributing to a comfortable stay despite modest size.
  • Good Wi-Fi connectivity and essential in-room amenities such as TV, tea/coffee facilities, and fans.
  • Quiet surroundings, especially on upper floors, supporting restful nights.
  • Convenient location within walking distance to Buckingham Palace and public transport.

Worth knowing

  • Rooms are generally small and can feel cramped, especially for more than one person or with luggage.
  • Bathrooms vary between en suite and shared, with some guests finding shared facilities less convenient.
  • Noise can occur near main entrance or hallway areas when other guests arrive or move about.
  • No breakfast, restaurant, or fitness center on-site; parking is paid and limited.
  • Basic décor and some areas could benefit from updating or fresh paint.

Best for

  • Budget-conscious travelers seeking simple accommodation in central London.
  • Solo travelers or couples who prioritize location and basic comfort over space.
  • Visitors planning short city breaks focused on nearby sightseeing, such as Buckingham Palace and Westminster landmarks.
  • Those needing reliable Wi-Fi and essential amenities without extra frills.
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About this property

Welcome to Chester Hotel

Chester Hotel is a budget-friendly option situated on Longmoore Street in Pimlico, within easy reach of London’s central attractions. The accommodation offers simple rooms that come with free Wi-Fi and a TV, with both en suite and shared bathroom options available. Facilities are basic, with a TV room on site and amenities that include air conditioning, paid parking, and kid-friendly policies, but no breakfast service or on-site dining options.

The property is located in a quiet street yet close to notable landmarks such as Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey, and Big Ben, making it suitable for visitors interested in sightseeing. Guests have also appreciated the nearby local conveniences, including supermarkets and public transport links, which support an easy exploration of the surrounding elegant district featuring amenities like St. George’s Square Garden and the Thames Path trail.

Reviews indicate a mixed but generally practical experience. Many guests found the staff friendly and helpful and described the rooms as clean and sufficient for short stays, although some noted that rooms are small and would benefit from updates. Shared bathrooms can be inconvenient for some travelers, but the overall value is considered reasonable given its location and price point. Noise from hallways and proximity to the main door was occasionally mentioned as a drawback.

This hotel suits budget-conscious guests seeking a straightforward place to stay in a central London neighborhood. It is ideal for those prioritizing location over luxury and who plan to spend most of their time exploring the city. The absence of breakfast and restaurant facilities means guests will need to rely on nearby eateries, but access to attractions and public transit is a clear advantage.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Paid parking
Air-conditioned
Kid-friendly
Smoke-free

Not available at this property

Breakfast
Pool
Pet-friendly
Restaurant
Airport shuttle
Fitness center
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

DW
Darren Walton Mar 30, 2026
8.0

Friendly and helpful staff available around the clock at this basic hotel that has everything you need for a couple of nights away in London. Our room was clean but would benefit from a lick of paint in the next few months. Everything worked and there was a super effective fan placed in our room to help during the hot weather. This isn't the most luxurious hotel available, but it's in a great location to support theatre trips and tourist activities and offers a good night's sleep. Will use again for another theatre trip.

KN
Karla Navarro Mar 04, 2026
8.0

The hotel was nice and located in a quiet street, just a 10-15 minute walk to Buckingham Palace, and there were several places to eat and groceries around, though the room was quite small for three people and the luggage, and it was a little bit noisy when other guests arrived or passed trough the hallway, but it is what you expect when it comes to London and the kind of building it is. Apart from that, there was hot water and a mini coffee station, and staff was helpful and friendly.

MJ
Maisey Jones Feb 20, 2026
8.0

After being concerned to stay here due to many negative reviews I can say myself and my friend were pleasantly surprised. we arrived at the hotel earlier than we expected to (14;15) and our check in wasn’t until three. we spoke to the receptionist and asked if we could check in early and there were no issues at all, they were polite and friendly and welcomed us warmly. They even went out of their way to help us when we had to ask for directions and tube lines etc. We booked a double room with an en suite bathroom/shower and it was great. the room was a comfortable size and the bathroom was clean and comfortable. stocked with body wash and hand soap, clean towel and plenty of loo roll. Side note - the communal bathroom, the one you use if you don’t have an en-suite has a bath but is a dingy little room at the end of the hall (not quite our cup of tea). Staff were friendly and explained the services they offered including laundry and housekeeping but did state that unless you asked for it they wouldn’t enter your room in order to ensure your privacy. There is someone at the main desk 24/7 (although a few crowds gathered in the lobby of an evening so that was a bit awkward, but didn’t really effect the stay overall). we can definitely say we will stay here again when coming to London, this hotel is surrounded by some lovely food places, a Sainsbury’s and a Tesco express. the nearest tube station is a 7 minute walk and there are buses along the way too. overall a brilliant stay.

実家 Jan 22, 2026
10

The rooms were small and just right for me as I was on my own, the WiFi worked, and the bed was clean and there was a TV in the room. I've never forgotten I watched the coronation of Charles III. The shared bathroom was a little inconvenient but acceptable. Staff were friendly and lent me a charger. There is a supermarket and train station nearby and it was easy to spend time there. Considering the location and the price, I am satisfied. Lovely hotel in lovely city.

W
Will Jan 16, 2026
8.0

Not stayed hear before,a small hotel in the heart of London! Very freindley guy on reption,and my room very clean and tidy ,a tv and hair dryer,a tea,coffee kettle ect! A fan was allso in room but not needed as in nov! However a good touch Bathroom was very small but for 1 perfick and very very clean! A great housekeeping! The only dis-advantage was the noise my room was by the main door leading to stairs So maybe a polite sign to just make other guests awere of noise. Wen entering up stairs Will stay again, Yes.

SS
steve shepherd Jan 12, 2026
8.0

Had a single room on the ground floor. It was a box room 3mts x 2mts. Nice bed. Large TV. Tea & coffee. Toilet was outside of room.

CM
Caroline Morris Dec 28, 2025
8.0

I stayed here 28.7.25, after reading reviews I was worried. I was surprised, Receptionist lovely friendly, it's a quiet hotel, we were on top floor, bed was so comfy and pillows were perfect, small but absolutely fine for 2 adults as we only slept there, hot water, tea coffee plentiful, fridge, TV. A really good night's sleep. Excellent location was really happy would stay again.

L
Lisa Dec 23, 2025
10

Stayed with my daughter, for 2 nights. Rooms small, but clean, bedding was pristine, beds extremely comfortable. Toilet very small, but very clean. No complaints, ideally situated, close to amenities, Sainsbury round the corner, with a Starbucks. USB charger stations in room.

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Chester Hotel

London, United Kingdom

Elegant district with Thames Path trail, St. George’s Square Garden & pubs on Vauxhall Bridge Road.

  • St Pancras International 1 hr 20 Walk
  • Bond Street 43 min Walk
  • Tottenham Court Road 49 min Walk
  • Heathrow Airport 46 min Car · 57 min Transit
  • London Gatwick Airport 1 hr 19 Car · 55 min Transit
  • London Stansted Airport 1 hr 13 Car · 1 hr 25 Transit
Things to do nearby

Worth the walk or a quick ride

Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in London. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.

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4.5 · Cultural Landmark
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London SW1A 0AA, United Kingdom

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