Bayswater
Things to do in Bayswater, Greater London
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Bayswater is a central London neighbourhood that works best as a base for visitors exploring the wider city rather than as a destination in its own right. The two hotels here offer straightforward mid-range accommodation: London House Hotel is rated 4.2 from around 1,700 reviews, while New Linden scores 3.4 from 629. Neither is luxury, but both provide the kind of reliable, no-nonsense lodging that suits people who plan to spend their days elsewhere.
What keeps visitors entertained locally is food. The neighbourhood has a strong restaurant scene, with places ranging from curry houses to fish and chips to fine dining. Al Waha Restaurant stands out at 4.7 from roughly 2,700 reviews. Taste of India and Hobson's Fish & Chips both rate 4.4, and there are several solid options at 4.2 including Gold Mine and The Prince Alfred. For entertainment beyond eating, Queens Ice and Bowl offers bowling and skating, rated 4.2 from over 4,600 reviews.
The neighbourhood sits within easy reach of London's major attractions by public transport, making it practical rather than glamorous. It is the kind of place where you sleep and eat before heading out to see the rest of the city.
Where to stay in Bayswater(2)
All hotels in Bayswater →Hyde Park Green
53 Inverness Terrace, London
La Suite West
41 - 51 Inverness Terrace, London
Berjaya Eden Park London Hotel
35-39 Inverness Terrace, London
Whiteleaf Hotel
66-68 Inverness Terrace, London
NOX HOTELS - Hyde Park
104 Queensway, London
NOX HOTELS - Notting Hill
39 Queensborough Terrace, London
Hyde Park International
52-56 Inverness Terrace, London
Royal Park Hotel
86-92 Inverness Terrace, London
Things to Do in Bayswater(1)
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Where to Eat in Bayswater(31)
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Attractions Near Bayswater
All attractions in Bayswater →Worth the trip — within 50 miles of Bayswater.
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Princess Diana Memorial Playground
Kensington · ⭐ 4.7
1 mi
Kensington Palace
London · ⭐ 4.5
1 mi
Kensington Gardens
Kensington · ⭐ 4.7
1 mi
Hyde Park Stables
Westminster · ⭐ 4.7
1 mi
Paddington Walking Tour
London · ⭐ 4.5
1 mi
London Waterbus Canal Trips
Maida Vale · ⭐ 4.7
1 mi
GoBoat London
London · ⭐ 4.6
1 mi
Japan House London
London · ⭐ 4.6
Camping in Bayswater
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Lee Valley Camping and Caravan Park, Edmonton
⭐ 3.9 · from £22/night
Home Farm Glamping
⭐ 4.8
Aldenham Country Park
⭐ 4.3 · from £22/night
Walton on Thames Camping and Caravanning Club Site
⭐ 4.2 · from £22/night
Apps Court
⭐ 4.2
Lee Valley Campsite, Sewardstone
⭐ 4.2 · from £24/night
Theobalds Park
⭐ 4.4
Abbey Wood Caravan and Motorhome Club Site
⭐ 4.7
Self-Catering Cottages in Bayswater
All cottages in Bayswater →Gascony Getaway
2 bed · sleeps 6
The Bean Flat
2 bed · sleeps 6 · from £1,376
On The Thames
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £1,246
River Lodge
2 bed · sleeps 4
The Cwm View
1 bed · sleeps 4
Twicken Townhouse
4 bed · sleeps 9
Hill Rise Cottage
4 bed · sleeps 12 · from £3,786
The Woodford Retreat
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £1,416
Common questions about Bayswater
Where can I stay in Bayswater?
We list 2 hotels, B&Bs and guest houses in and around Bayswater.
What is there to do in Bayswater?
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