The floating pocket park Merchant Square, Paddington, Westminster Borough, London, W2 1JZ, United Kingdom
#57 of 890 B&Bs and Inns in London
Guests' ChoiceBased on 82 hotel reviews
9.0Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.3
Location
9.0
Facilities
8.8
Staff
9.6
Value for money
8.5
Free WiFi
8.8
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 4 March 2024
Daniel
United KingdomSofa bed a bit uncomfortable
Brilliant experience
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 28 February 2024
Jess
United KingdomEverything. Lovely stay- Really cosy & great location.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 15 February 2024
Wagstaff
United KingdomBathroom facilities took a little getting used to 😊 but to be expected staying on a boat.
Excellent location. Plush and beautifully presented. All amenities needed and close to tube stations. Fantastic stay for family, exciting and different
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 9 February 2024
Donna
United KingdomPerfect accommodation and location
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 4 January 2024
David
United KingdomMaybe more chairs (4) for the table and a box of tissues
Breakfast was not as stated, but we had some freebies, so all good. Location was great and the boat was wonderful
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 21 December 2023
Stefan
United KingdomOat milk would’ve preferred skimmed milk
Great location, very quiet at night, boat was very well equipped Hopefully will be booking again after Christmas
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 9 December 2023
Jamie
United KingdomNo tele
Location decor
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 6 December 2023
Jerry
United KingdomLuxury, location and quirky
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 1 December 2023
Kelly
United KingdomWas a bit cold the log burner wasn’t working and we had an issue with the door not closing
Great location, lovely boat wilts great facilities
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 18 November 2023
Rebecca
United KingdomNothing
Unique, Stylish, Cosy, very comfortable, great location,
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 30 October 2023
Elisabeth
AustriaI travelled with my daughter, my sister and my nice at the age of fourteen-and for four adults is the second bed very small- for a family with small children would it be fineFor a very special stay
The Boathouse is situated near Tube Edgware Road-its easy to go from there in any direction, it is very stylish and clean ab the stuff is nice
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 7 October 2023
Katie
United KingdomThe boat is really central in a very public area and we felt quite exposed initially but soon got used to it by our second night.
It was quirky, fun but really clean and well equipped. Loved the terrace on the top.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 27 August 2023
Winni
JapanThe water pressure but understandable that’s a boathouse.
The environment and atmosphere made us really relaxing.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 9 July 2023
Steve
BelgiumAlthough its a closed area, first night some kids where running on deck of the boat. After turning on some lights they went away.
Ran out of water late at night and Cara helped us out real quick ! Thx 🙏
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 19 May 2023
Maria
United KingdomEverything from the communication before the stay, right up to checkout was great.
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 17 April 2023
Bobbi-jo
United Kingdomnothing at all!
absolutely stunning.
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 23 March 2023
Thomas
United KingdomThe only negative would be that the boat was situated in the middle of high rise flats which all looked onto you, as well as a lot of people walking past which sometimes felt like you were a zoo animal (but nothing the blinds couldn’t sort out). I wasn’t informed of security gates closing off the complex meaning that there was no access we could find, one of our friends stayed out late and had to jump the gate in order to get in.
The boathouse completely exceeded our expectations and was such a quirky place to stay whilst in London. The rooms were fabulous and the bathroom on this boat exceeded most hotel bathrooms I’ve been to. Wouldn’t even say no to a trip to this place in winter, it was that cosy.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 10 March 2023
Adrian
United KingdomThe weather!!! No complaints, absolutely lovely stay
The location, the accommodation, and the professional staff.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 6 March 2023
Fimacd
United KingdomThe boat itself is stunning - very beautifully decorated and has great facilities. We also really liked the location.
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 14 February 2023
Jenni
United KingdomThe bathroom is beautiful and I understand the concept, bit not particularly private when staying with family members.
Beautifully decorated and kitted out. Unique location and experience. We felt like stars, everyone wanted to look at the boat and was intrigued about how we were staying there.
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 30 January 2023
Dominic
United Kingdomwater in shower was too hot and uncontrollable.
great location, comfortable and warm
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 23 January 2023
Byrne
IrelandNot able to use the stove, which would have been a nice touch. Projector wouldnt connect and had issues with the water. No ironing board.
Unique accomodation, in a nice location, very close to Paddington station. Friendly host.
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 5 January 2023
Silviu
IsraelAs mentioned before, the boat attracts the curiosity and people are peeking in, we didn't really mind saying hello from time to time, but if you do there are curtains and you can get full privacy. Location wise, little Venice is in walking distance and north part of Hyde park, all the rest would probably requires tube/transportation.
Decided to try something different then a regular hotel room and was a great pick, the boat is very nice, well decorated has a cozy feeling, fully equipped kitchen, separate bed room and open sofa in the living room, the boat roof is balcony with seating area. Works great if your planning to stay more in, like in raining days or if your hosting friends over, there are some restaurants around walking distance and also a Tesco and M&S is a near by, the tube station is also a short walk, fine even with luggage. The neigerbood feels relatively safe, the boat itself sets inside a residential area with security around.
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 27 December 2022
Graham
United KingdomIt was a good location , so much better than a hotel
Stayed in December 2022
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