Wellington Hotel by Blue Orchid

The Wellington Hotel is in a large, quiet square which contains a school playing field. It is an easy walk to/from Victoria Station (but taxi needed if you have luggage). It is also convenient for Westminster Roman Catholic Cathedral (completed 1903), an impressive Byzantine-style building - not to be confused with the much more historic Westminster Abbey (Church of England) at the other end of Victoria Street. Both of these great churches have many features of interest and also world-class choirs, so music-lovers might wish to attend a choral service. The hotel has friendly and helpful staff, comfortable rooms and a useful lounge area, and good cooking. Seasonal touches - such as hot mulled wine on offer near Reception from 5 p.m. on December evenings - are appreciated.

The handsome flight of steps leading up to the entrance could be improved by a stylish handrail, which older guests would greatly appreciate. The uninviting "goods entrance" for disabled access off the street at the back would be a poor introduction for less mobile guests to a pleasant hotel. The taps serving the bath/shower are not of a standard design. Clear instructions with a diagram would be helpful.

I had an enjoyable and relaxing stay at the Wellington Hotel. The staff were welcoming and the room was comfortable and well-equipped. It is in an excellent location yet quiet and away from the bustle of Victoria.

Access for disabled guests at the front of the hotel is difficult as there are steps. There is disabled access at the back of the hotel.

This is a lovely hotel in a good location, an attractive area - a part of London we weren't familiar with, but it was great. Our room was very nice, modern, comfortable and clean, and had a nice sitting area too. Nice pre-dinner drink at the bar. We didn't use the restaurant but the menu looked decent and reasonable.

Nothing not to like.