Hilton London Paddington

Biography

The Hilton London Paddington, formerly the Great Western Royal Hotel, is a hotel that forms part of the Paddington Station complex in London, England. The hotel was originally the idea of Isambard Kingdom Brunel, who was the hotel's first managing director. The funding came in large part from the Directors of the Great Western Railway Company, who were persuaded by Brunel to buy shares in the project. The hotel was built on Praed Street in the early 1850s and opened on 9 June 1854 by Albert, Prince Consort, having taken 14 months to build. The hotel was designed by architect Philip Charles Hardwick, costing approximately £60,000 including all furnishing and fittings - a building which was 'to rival the facilities of the great hotels on the Continent'. The building effectively forms the main façade of the station, closing off the end of the train shed at the head of the terminal platforms. It was built by Messrs Holland Hannen & Cubitts, the building firm founded by Thomas Cubitt.

Channel description

Enjoy a memorable and rewarding stay at the Hilton London Paddington hotel. Situated in central London, this Paddington hotel offers an excellent retreat before embarking on your exploration of the city's top attractions.

Explore the Hilton London Paddington's YouTube channel, which guides you through the hotel and its array of convenient amenities, focusing on special events.

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