Best cheap London hotels for a budget-friendly staycation with rooms from just £61 a night

LONDON doesn’t have a reputation for being cheap, but the good news is you can still visit without splashing out.

In fact, with more than 100,000 hotels in London, you’ll have plenty of choice when it comes to both budget and style.

Qbic aims to be a "cool, affordable, urban experience" for holidaymakers with rooms starting at £69 per night — Qbic aims to be a “cool, affordable, urban experience” for holidaymakers with rooms starting at £69 per night

We found many options in central London where prices start from less than £100 per night.

Locations include Westminster, The City, Fitzrovia and Whitechapel – all great if you’re in town to see the sights.

Prices may vary depending on when and what kind of room you book, and it’s always worth looking ahead of time.

We featured the best prices for the best value rooms available on each of the hotels’ websites.

Hotel 55 is a stylish boutique hotel located 30 minutes away from London's city centre. Book a room for £99 per night — Hotel 55 is a stylish boutique hotel located 30 minutes away from London’s city centre. Book a room for £99 per night

As a general rule of thumb, it’s cheaper to book outside of school holidays and during the working week rather than the weekend.

Have a peek at our guide of the best cheap hotels in London and save your hard-earned cash for exploring the city.

Point A, The City

During your stay, you'll be just a quick walk from Liverpool Street and the trendy Shoreditch area — During your stay, you’ll be just a quick walk from Liverpool Street and the trendy Shoreditch area

Prices for a night at the family-run chain starts from £61 per night.

The City branch is located a ten-minute walk away from Liverpool Street station and a short stroll away from lively Shoreditch.

Nearby, you’ll also find cult restaurants including Sushi Samba and the popular Duck and Waffle.

The rooms are small yet practical and come with everything you might need for a comfortable stay, including a 40-inch Smart TV, a private bathroom with free toiletries and a hair dryer.

Qbic hotel, Whitechapel

Prices for rooms at the Qbic hotel in Whitechapel start at £69 per night

With an aim of “giving back to the community”, the boutique budget hotel opened its first location in the UK in London’s Whitechapel in 2013.

Ideal for those who care about the planet, the Qbic concept is based around reducing the environmental impact of the hotel build process.

Each room is equipped with a hand-made NaturalMat mattress, a 32-inch flat-screen TV and an integrated en-suite bathroom featuring a powerful rain shower with water-saving technology and complimentary organic toiletries.

The Z Hotel, Fitzrovia

The Z Hotel offers easy access to London’s most popular attractions and shopping destinations

The Z hotel in Fitzrovia is ideal for those who want to stay in the heart of London.

It’s located a short walk away from popular attractions including Piccadilly Circus and the British Museum.

It’s also a great area for shopping with popular brands nearby including H&M, Zara, Nike.

All the rooms feature a large HD TV, air conditioning, a private bathroom with a hairdryer and free toiletries as well as a tea and coffee maker.

The hotel also provides concierge services and free WiFi throughout the property.

O Hyde Park, Westminster

O Hyde Park is located just steps away from the wide open spaces of London’s most iconic park and Kensington Garden

O Hyde Park, Westminster – from £99 per night – book here

The four-star hotel, located a stroll away from Hyde Park and the Royal Albert hall, is the perfect place to stay for those who want to discover West London.

Each room is equipped with air-conditioning, a wardrobe and a private bathroom.

Rooms are also fitted with a coffee machine, while certain rooms have a kitchenette with a microwave and a fridge.

Hotel 55, Ealing

The hotel is located in the leafy West London suburb of Ealing

Hotel 55, Ealing – from £99 per night – book here

If you’re looking for a hotel away from the hustle and bustle of central London this might be what you’re looking for.

The stylish boutique hotel is located 30-minutes away from the city centre by tube and a five-minute walk from North Ealing station.

Wembley Stadium and Kew gardens are both within a 3-mile radius of the hotel, for those visiting the capital to see a game or discovering the royal botanic gardens.

The 29 rooms are stylishly designed with bright colours and modern bathroom following a refurbishment last year.

Each one of them is air-conditioned and features a king-size bed, a flat-screen TV and even Nespresso Coffee Machine. They also include L’Occitane toiletries, a minibar and a safety deposit box.

Breakfast, for an additional £8.50, is served in the hotel’s restaurant, Momo, which serves Japanese-style cuisine for lunch and dinner most days of the week.

Mama Shelter, Hackney

The trendy but affordable Mama Shelter group has opened its first UK branch in East London last month.

Crafted by Parisian designers Dion & Arles, the London branch has 195 cosy bedrooms.

It’s located a few steps away from Bethnal Green underground, and only a short stroll from the likes of Columbia Road Flower Market, Broadway market and Shoreditch.

A “small mama” double room will cost you £89 and it includes free Wifi, a mini bar, a 49-inch Samsung TV as well as a private bathroom with free toiletries.