Citadines Holborn – Covent Garden London

Citadines Holborn – Covent Garden London Overview

First Impressions

Walking up to Citadines Holborn – Covent Garden London on High Holborn, you immediately get that “this is proper central London” feeling. I mean, you’re literally standing in one of the city’s main arteries — buses rumbling past, people rushing to the tube, that constant hum of urban energy. The building itself has that smart, modern aparthotel vibe without trying too hard to be flashy. It’s the kind of place where you know you’ll sleep well but also feel like you’re actually in London, not some generic hotel bubble.

Location Magic

Honestly, the location here is pretty spectacular — there’s a reason couples rate it 9.5 out of 10. You’re a three-minute walk from Holborn tube station, which connects you to basically everywhere via the Central and Piccadilly lines. But here’s what I really love: step out the front door and Covent Garden is right there, maybe a five-minute stroll through those lovely old streets. The British Museum? Ten minutes on foot. You know what’s brilliant though — you’re close enough to all the tourist bits but tucked away on a street that actually feels like where Londoners live and work.

The Room Experience

The room setup is where this four-star aparthotel really shines. These aren’t your typical cramped London hotel rooms — you get proper space to spread out, which honestly feels special in this city. Each unit comes with a little kitchenette, and I actually used mine quite a bit. There’s something nice about making your morning coffee while looking out at the London streetscape below. The beds are comfortable (crucial after long days of walking around the city), and the bathrooms are modern without being sterile. Storage space is decent too, which matters when you’re staying more than just a night or two.

Breakfast and Practical Bits

The breakfast situation is solid — they do both continental and buffet options, so whether you want a quick pastry and coffee or a proper English spread, you’re sorted. I found the buffet particularly good on weekends when I had time to linger over newspapers and plan the day ahead. The staff are helpful without being overly chatty, which suits the London vibe perfectly. Parking in central London is always going to be a challenge, but they can point you toward nearby options if you’re driving (though honestly, you won’t need a car from here).

Why Guests Love It

What really works about this place is how it balances being in the thick of things without the chaos. You’re close enough to walk to West End shows, pop into Borough Market for lunch, or catch a morning jog through Lincoln’s Inn Fields. But when you come back in the evening, High Holborn has this nice settled feeling — busy enough to feel safe and lively, quiet enough that you’ll actually sleep. The aparthotel concept means you get hotel services when you want them but the independence of your own space. For couples especially, there’s something romantic about having your own little London base where you can cook dinner together or just collapse with takeaway after a long day of sightseeing.

Central London hotels keep guests steps from Covent Garden theaters, Soho jazz bars, and Bloomsbury museums.

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