Westminster Hotels
We've got 63 hotels available near Westminster on the 17 May 2012 for 1 nightThe cheapest hotel reservation starts at £145.00, Enrico Hotel
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More About Westminster
The political centre of the United Kingdom, Westminster is one of the most powerful places in the world and holds many of London's most iconic landmarks, rendering Westminster hotels the perfect tourist base.
Where Britain's Laws Are Made
Westminster is saturated with iconic London landmarks, none more so than the imposing Houses of Parliament, where the UK government meets to make the most important decisions in the land. It consists of two parts. The House of Commons is where the Members of Parliament (MPs) elected by the voters meet to make decisions and pass policies.
This is also the only place in Britain where the Queen cannot go. She is forbidden from doing so by law, as has been the case for every monarch since 1642, when Charles II burst in and tried to arrest several MPs. He failed, and the affair caused such a fuss that the ban was voted through.
The second chamber, the House of Lords, is where members are elected by the political parties they belong to, and primarily assist in the creation of laws by checking the draft Bills and making suitable changes.
In contrast to the House of Commons, The Queen is actually permitted to attend the House of Lords whenever she likes, and indeed there is a throne in the room reserved for her. In practice, however, the Queen makes just one appearance in the House of Lords each year, to preside over the State opening of Parliament ceremony in May.
London's Political Landmarks
Of course, as far as most tourists are concerned the Houses of Parliament are most famous for their great clock tower. Commonly known as Big Ben, there will probably always be debate surrounding which part of the clock Big Ben actually refers to. Many maintain that Big Ben is the largest of the five bells that sound the clock chimes, and say that the tower itself is actually called St Stephen's Tower. However, as far as we're concerned, if you're looking at the clock, you're at Big Ben. Unfortunately, the interior of Big Ben is quite difficult to visit. Indeed, if you are not a British citizen, it is impossible, for the only way to get in is to send an official request for a tour to your MP.
Nearby Downing Street can also be viewed from afar, with a strong iron fence blocking the path to arguably the most famous house in Britain, Number 10, the official home of the Prime Minister. The fence has stood since 1988, when it was built to thwart potential terror attacks from the Irish Republican Army (IRA). However, you can see through the fence and down the street.
Downing Street itself is just off Whitehall, which is a famous street in its own right. Its most famous feature is the iconic Cenotaph, originally built to honour those who died in World War I, now a monument to all of Britain's war dead.
One particularly interesting piece of history can be found in the Cabinet War Rooms near St James's Park. It was here that Winston Churchill and his Cabinet met underground to devise the strategies that would eventually win World War II. It has been preserved to almost the exact condition it would have been in at the time, complete with Map Room, Churchill's personal quarters and the telephone he used to communicate with American President Franklin D Roosevelt.
Even More Westminster Attractions
Westminster Abbey is another of the key sites in the area, famous most recently for the wedding of Prince William and Kate Middleton. It is also renowned for staging the coronations of British monarchs, and for serving as the burial site for Commonwealth royals. Other notable names also have their remains kept here, including Charles Darwin and Isaac Newton, while the famous Poet's Corner houses the graves of esteemed literary figures, such as Charles Dickens, Geoffrey Chaucer and Samuel Johnson.
The Roman Catholic Westminster Cathedral is also nearby, and contains the highly regarded Fourteen Stations of the Cross sculptures by Eric Gill. Whilst not as renowned as the Abbey, it has stood since 1903 and is one of London's most prominent religious sites.
At the far end of Whitehall is Trafalgar Square, primarily famous as the location of Nelson's Column, but also widely known for the illustrious galleries which surround it. These include the National Gallery and the National Portrait Gallery, while the Fourth Plinth has also offered people an output for their own various forms of art.
Despite residing on the opposite side of the Thames near Waterloo, the London Eye is clearly visible from Westminster, and you can get there quickly simply by crossing Westminster Bridge. Also, if you head past the Abbey you will reach St James's Park and from there, Buckingham Palace.
Getting to Westminster
Westminster is a prominent station on the London Underground network, and can be reached using the Circle, District or Jubilee Lines. Alternatively, you can get off at St James's Park on the Circle and District Line, while if you'd prefer to start from Trafalgar Square, you should get off at Charing Cross on the Northern and Bakerloo Lines.
As far as buses go, number 211 runs from Hammersmith to Waterloo via Westminster Bridge, number 11 can take you through the City and on to Liverpool Street station, while number 159 allows you to get to Westminster from Paddington, via Oxford Street.
Hotels in Westminster
Given the sheer volume of London attractions in and around Westminster, you might think that this would translate into expensive hotels. Happily, this does not always have to be the case, with great deals to be found on a number of quality 4* hotels in the area, including http://www.hotels-london.co.uk/park-plaza-westminster-bridge.hotel, Grange Rochester, St James Court and Thistle Westminster.
Pubs and Bars in Westminster
If you want to stay as close to the attractions as possible, drop in for a drink at St Stephen's Tavern, which is as close as you can get to Big Ben. Its location does mean that it is invariably very busy indeed, but it is a wonderful, traditional old pub with plenty going for it.
Elsewhere, The Cinnamon Club is ideal for those with a sense of adventure. Hidden snugly beneath an Indian restaurant, this bar is full of exciting cocktails with a spicy twist, which can be enjoyed alongside a range of delicious Indian-themed bar snacks. St James Court's award-winning Zander Bar is also noteworthy, with its extraordinarily long bar creating a unique atmosphere.
Restaurants in Westminster
Westminster is naturally a popular location for diners looking to impress, and if you are one of those you should try the stunning French cuisine at Seven Park Place by William Drabble or Roux at Parliament Square. As you may already have guessed, these will be fairly merciless financially, but you can rest assured that it will be worth it.
If you're operating on a smaller budget, try Chinese at Bamboo Basket or enjoy a Mediterranean feast on the Thames at Hispaniola.
Parking in Westminster
If you're staying in one of the pleasant hotels in Westminster and are looking to arrive by car, you may find your parking options limited. Thistle Westminster does offer on site parking for an additional fee, but in terms of public or multi-storey car parks, you may have to venture into neighbouring areas such as Victoria and the West End.
Where Britain's Laws Are Made
Westminster is saturated with iconic London landmarks, none more so than the imposing Houses of Parliament, where the UK government meets to make the most important decisions in the land. It consists of two parts. The House of Commons is where the Members of Parliament (MPs) elected by the voters meet to make decisions and pass policies.
This is also the only place in Britain where the Queen cannot go. She is forbidden from doing so by law, as has been the case for every monarch since 1642, when Charles II burst in and tried to arrest several MPs. He failed, and the affair caused such a fuss that the ban was voted through.
The second chamber, the House of Lords, is where members are elected by the political parties they belong to, and primarily assist in the creation of laws by checking the draft Bills and making suitable changes.
In contrast to the House of Commons, The Queen is actually permitted to attend the House of Lords whenever she likes, and indeed there is a throne in the room reserved for her. In practice, however, the Queen makes just one appearance in the House of Lords each year, to preside over the State opening of Parliament ceremony in May.
London's Political Landmarks
Of course, as far as most tourists are concerned the Houses of Parliament are most famous for their great clock tower. Commonly known as Big Ben, there will probably always be debate surrounding which part of the clock Big Ben actually refers to. Many maintain that Big Ben is the largest of the five bells that sound the clock chimes, and say that the tower itself is actually called St Stephen's Tower. However, as far as we're concerned, if you're looking at the clock, you're at Big Ben. Unfortunately, the interior of Big Ben is quite difficult to visit. Indeed, if you are not a British citizen, it is impossible, for the only way to get in is to send an official request for a tour to your MP.
Nearby Downing Street can also be viewed from afar, with a strong iron fence blocking the path to arguably the most famous house in Britain, Number 10, the official home of the Prime Minister. The fence has stood since 1988, when it was built to thwart potential terror attacks from the Irish Republican Army (IRA). However, you can see through the fence and down the street.
Downing Street itself is just off Whitehall, which is a famous street in its own right. Its most famous feature is the iconic Cenotaph, originally built to honour those who died in World War I, now a monument to all of Britain's war dead.
One particularly interesting piece of history can be found in the Cabinet War Rooms near St James's Park. It was here that Winston Churchill and his Cabinet met underground to devise the strategies that would eventually win World War II. It has been preserved to almost the exact condition it would have been in at the time, complete with Map Room, Churchill's personal quarters and the telephone he used to communicate with American President Franklin D Roosevelt.
Even More Westminster Attractions
Westminster Abbey is another of the key sites in the area, famous most recently for the wedding of Prince William and Kate Middleton. It is also renowned for staging the coronations of British monarchs, and for serving as the burial site for Commonwealth royals. Other notable names also have their remains kept here, including Charles Darwin and Isaac Newton, while the famous Poet's Corner houses the graves of esteemed literary figures, such as Charles Dickens, Geoffrey Chaucer and Samuel Johnson.
The Roman Catholic Westminster Cathedral is also nearby, and contains the highly regarded Fourteen Stations of the Cross sculptures by Eric Gill. Whilst not as renowned as the Abbey, it has stood since 1903 and is one of London's most prominent religious sites.
At the far end of Whitehall is Trafalgar Square, primarily famous as the location of Nelson's Column, but also widely known for the illustrious galleries which surround it. These include the National Gallery and the National Portrait Gallery, while the Fourth Plinth has also offered people an output for their own various forms of art.
Despite residing on the opposite side of the Thames near Waterloo, the London Eye is clearly visible from Westminster, and you can get there quickly simply by crossing Westminster Bridge. Also, if you head past the Abbey you will reach St James's Park and from there, Buckingham Palace.
Getting to Westminster
Westminster is a prominent station on the London Underground network, and can be reached using the Circle, District or Jubilee Lines. Alternatively, you can get off at St James's Park on the Circle and District Line, while if you'd prefer to start from Trafalgar Square, you should get off at Charing Cross on the Northern and Bakerloo Lines.
As far as buses go, number 211 runs from Hammersmith to Waterloo via Westminster Bridge, number 11 can take you through the City and on to Liverpool Street station, while number 159 allows you to get to Westminster from Paddington, via Oxford Street.
Hotels in Westminster
Given the sheer volume of London attractions in and around Westminster, you might think that this would translate into expensive hotels. Happily, this does not always have to be the case, with great deals to be found on a number of quality 4* hotels in the area, including http://www.hotels-london.co.uk/park-plaza-westminster-bridge.hotel, Grange Rochester, St James Court and Thistle Westminster.
Pubs and Bars in Westminster
If you want to stay as close to the attractions as possible, drop in for a drink at St Stephen's Tavern, which is as close as you can get to Big Ben. Its location does mean that it is invariably very busy indeed, but it is a wonderful, traditional old pub with plenty going for it.
Elsewhere, The Cinnamon Club is ideal for those with a sense of adventure. Hidden snugly beneath an Indian restaurant, this bar is full of exciting cocktails with a spicy twist, which can be enjoyed alongside a range of delicious Indian-themed bar snacks. St James Court's award-winning Zander Bar is also noteworthy, with its extraordinarily long bar creating a unique atmosphere.
Restaurants in Westminster
Westminster is naturally a popular location for diners looking to impress, and if you are one of those you should try the stunning French cuisine at Seven Park Place by William Drabble or Roux at Parliament Square. As you may already have guessed, these will be fairly merciless financially, but you can rest assured that it will be worth it.
If you're operating on a smaller budget, try Chinese at Bamboo Basket or enjoy a Mediterranean feast on the Thames at Hispaniola.
Parking in Westminster
If you're staying in one of the pleasant hotels in Westminster and are looking to arrive by car, you may find your parking options limited. Thistle Westminster does offer on site parking for an additional fee, but in terms of public or multi-storey car parks, you may have to venture into neighbouring areas such as Victoria and the West End.
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