The hype
Great location and flashy public areas, but the rooms feel a bit worn around the edges.
Radisson Blu Hotel London Heathrow
$110-180/ nuit
Réservez si You want a stylish layover with a massive lobby and a secret free bus connection to the terminals.
Pourquoi les gens l'adorent
- The 'Free Travel Zone' bus stop is literally outside
- Impressive 'Bijou Bar' with a massive chandelier
- Triple-glazed windows that actually block runway noise
En bref : A grand lobby that writes checks the slightly tired rooms can't always cash.
Évalué par @LesleyRowley9142307: Landed at Heathrow completely drained and this room was my savior. The marble bathroom felt surprisingly upscale for an airport hotel, and that king bed was pure magic. Ignore the weird audio—no beach here, just the best sleep I've had in days.
Ce que les clients qui ont séjourné ici ont dit
Reality check
You might hear your neighbors more than the planes—internal soundproofing isn't as good as the external glazing.
- You love a dramatic, Instagrammable lobby
- You need a gym with actual Technogym equipment
- You want to save £15 on taxi fares by using the free bus
Propreté et entretien
7
- Housekeeping: Generally daily, but reports of missed dusting and 'tired' corners.
- Bathroom hygiene: Functional but aging. Complaints about 'yellow water' (rare) and broken toilet seats.
- Maintenance: Needs TLC. Reports of peeling paint, worn carpets, and scuffed skirting boards.
- Linens & towels: Standard hotel quality, usually clean but sometimes 'lumpy' pillows.
- Odors & scents: Generally neutral, though some hallways can smell musty or like 'old carpet'.
Sleepability™
7.5SILENCIEUX
0-4BRUYANT
4-7.5MODÉRÉ
7.5-10SILENCIEUX
- Adjoining room conversations
- Hallway foot traffic
- Inefficient AC rattling
Avant de réserver
Bon à savoir
- Buses 105, 111, 285, and 423 from Heathrow Central Bus Station are FREE to the hotel (stop: Harlington Corner or New Road).
- McDonald's is practically next door for a cheap late-night meal.
- Luggage storage is available but double-check if there's a fee for long-term storage.
Quoi emporter
- Earplugs for internal hallway noise
- UK power adapter (some plugs are old)
- Swimsuit for the sauna/steam room (even if the pool is small)
Génie des chambres
Meilleurs choix
- Premium Rooms for extra space (Standard rooms are tight at 19 sq m)
- Top floor rooms for best views and less overhead noise
Chambres à éviter
- Connecting rooms if you are a light sleeper (noise bleed)
- Rooms near the elevators (high foot traffic)
Génie de demande de chambre – copier & coller
“I am a light sleeper requesting a non-connecting room on a high floor, away from the elevators. Ideally not facing the atrium if lobby noise is an issue.”
FAQ et astuces cachées
Tout ce que vous voulez vraiment savoir avant de réserver.
Is there a free shuttle?
Not an official hotel shuttle, but public buses 105, 111, 285, and 423 are FREE from Heathrow Central to the hotel (Free Travel Zone).
How much is the Hoppa bus?
The Hotel Hoppa costs ~£6.80 per person one way. The public bus is free and often faster.
Is breakfast included?
Usually not. It costs around £25 per person if purchased on-site. Check for 'breakfast included' rates when booking.
Can I bring my dog?
No. The hotel has a strict no-pet policy, allowing only service animals.
Is there a pool?
Yes, but it's a small 'plunge pool' inside the spa area, not a full-sized swimming pool.
What time is check-in/out?
Check-in is 3:00 PM; Check-out is 11:00 AM. Early/late options may incur a fee.
Conseils d'initiés
- ✨
Skip the expensive hotel breakfast and walk 15 mins to 'The Three Magpies' for a traditional pub vibe or grab a McMuffin next door.
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The 'Free Travel Zone' ends right around this hotel—don't ride the bus further west or you'll have to pay.
- ✨
Ask for a room with a 'runway view' if you are a plane spotter; the soundproofing handles it well.
5 choses à savoir avant de partir
💡The 'plunge pool' is often full of kids despite being in a 'spa' area.
💡Some rooms have no overhead lights, only lamps, making them quite dark.
💡The AC units can be finicky—some guests report them being stuck on 'warm'.
💡You have to walk through a narrow corridor to find the gym.
💡The 'atrium view' rooms look nice but can suffer from light pollution from the lobby.
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