since it is my first trip to UK, I will compare this hotel to the ones in America which I had more experience with. Pros: close to Paddington Station. 15 min to Heathrow airport via Heathrow express. Easy commute to all major attractions. There are grocery stores, bakeries, and restaurants within walking distance. Nice and well-lit (Christmas decorations) Neighborhood. Staff was helpful. Nice breakfast in the hotel. Cons: The room is at most a 3-star, if not a 2.5-star hotel room by US standard. Small. Sheets, pillows, towels, shower products are very basic. There are hairs on the floor and on the sheets. Sheets had a unique smell which I did not know what it was. Overall, my family had a good stay.