London’s West End

The West End of London is one of the most popular areas in London, England among both tourists and locals.

The reason for the West End’s popularity is quite simple – its numerous and varied attractions ranging from its major theaters to famous streets and squares.

See also

• London West End
• London West End activities and attractions
• London West End hotels

The main attraction in the West End is perhaps the “Theatreland “, which is the reason why the West End has almost become synonymous with theater. Theatreland is an area smack in the middle of West End where London’s largest and grandest commercial theaters can be found. Whatever year you visit West End you can be sure there will be at least one show running in one of the 40 theaters located in the area.

Aside from the wonderful stage productions though West End has plenty more to offer including wonderful parks and gardens (Covent Garden, Kensington Gardens, Hyde Park, St James Park), a myriad of famous streets where one can simply stroll and enjoy the sights or stop in a shop or two for a bite or a little shopping (Notting Hill, Oxford Street, Regent Street, Bond Street, etc.), and not to mention the various squares and circuses and notable buildings these streets lead to and connect. Some of the more popular square/circuses include Leicester Square, Trafalgar Square, and the Piccaddily Circus. And last, for a bit of nightlife and a taste of fashion, visitors shouldn’t forget to stop by the area of Soho.

Those who are used to living in the lap of luxury will have no problem finding a five star hotel/resort here since there really are plenty in the area. The only real consideration would be choosing which one you prefer. However, even though there is a very high concentration of luxury accommodations in the west end there are also budget hotels suited for those who want to enjoy West End without emptying their pockets. Here’s a short list of some of the hotels in the West End and according to ratings.

Five Stars

• Courthouse Kempinski Hotel,
• InterContinental London Park Lane,
• Le Meridien Piccadilly Hotel,
• Ritz Hotel London,
• Sanderson Hotel London,
• Savoy Hotel London,
• Sheraton Park Lane Hotel,
• Waldorf Hilton Hotel London.

Four Stars

• De Vere Cavendish St. James Hotel,
• Flemings Mayfair Hotel,
• Millennium Hotel London Mayfair,
• Royal Horseguards Hotel,
• Saint Georges Hotel London.

Three Stars

• Best Western Shaftesbury Hotel,
• Holiday Inn Mayfair Hotel,
• Strand Palace Hotel,
• Thistle Trafalgar Square Hotel.

Other accomodations

• Piccadilly Backpackers Hostel
• Various bed and breakfasts.