- Novotel London West
(W6 8DR) - Novotel Tower Bridge
(EC3N 2NR) - Novotel Waterloo
(SW1 7LS) - Novotel ExCeL
(E16 1AA) - Novotel Paddington
(W2 6BD)
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NOVOTEL – LONDON WEST (Hammersmith): 300 rooms WRP Staff: |
WRP first used this 629 room, West London hotel some 16 years ago and in that time have seen it emerge into a state-of-the-art, multi-award winning conference, exhibition and event facility. The hotel has had millions of pounds spent on it and is of a very high standard and we are extremely proud of our relationship with this flagship hotel.
The hotel is in the centre of Hammersmith – on the western side of the city close to shops, the Riverside Walk along the River Thames and boat race landmarks such as Hammersmith Bridge.
This hotel is used as our main base for the weekend – primarily because of its size and range of facilities which are second to none. It is also used as a weekend base by many of the charities with whom we work. As it has coach parking, the WRP coach service from Weston-super-Mare is roomed at this hotel as also it gives the quickest access on Saturday and easiest return access to the motorway system on Sunday evening.
“ My first London Marathon was a fantastic experience both for myself and the rest of the family. We were based at Novotel London West which is superb! WRP took all the stress out of all the logistics which are almost as challenging as the race itself. A huge “Well Done” to all WRP and hotel staff. I had a ball! Roll on next year." |
Novotel London West - 1 to 7 nights
Rooms:
WRP have an allocation of 300 rooms of which approximately half will be available for 1 night bookings. As with all the hotels, the rate for 2 (or 3) nights does represent far better value.
Note; this is usually the only hotel where we can take booking for 4 or more nights.
All rooms have one Queen sized double bed plus, (if needed), one sofa bed which can allow the room to be used as either a double, twin or, as family room for parents with either one or two children.
Triple rooms: Rooms with 3 single beds are no longer available at this hotel, but one can use the double plus sofa bed for 3 adults.
Normal check-in cannot be guaranteed until 14.00 hrs and normal check-out is at 12.00 hrs.
For those leaving on Sunday evening after the race a “late check-out” facility is available whereby guests can retain their own room until 18.00 hrs. The price per room is £30, and is subject to availability, and must be requested and booked upon arrival.
Coming by air?
This hotel is ideally located for those arriving at Heathrow as there is a direct link (approx 40 mins) by Underground on the Piccadilly Line from the airport to Hammersmith or you can use a taxi.
By road?
The hotel is just off the A4 with easy links to the M4, M25 and other major routes out of London. The hotel has on-site parking for 240 cars and special car passes offering a generous discount (£16 per night stayed), can be pre-purchased via WRP. Those who do not think ahead and pre-book the WRP passes will have to pay the normal rates of up to £1 per hour.
Note; if you are approaching from the west or north then you will not be affected by the London Congestion Charge. Those who have to cross the city and the zone will be affected and should be aware of the basic regulations concerning the London Congestion Charge which operates Monday to Friday in this area of London.
For up-to-date information go to - www.cclondon.com
If you will need a ticket for part of your weekend WRP strongly advises that you pay in advance, on-line so that you do not forget - penalty fines are expensive!
By Underground?
You have access to the Piccadilly, District and Hammersmith & City Lines – all within 400m of the hotel.
Restaurant and bar
The Garden Brassiere restaurant is open from 06.00hrs until midnight. You can also purchase bar food in the main lounge Bar. The WRP / Novotel Discount voucher offers a 15% discount on all food purchases in the hotel restaurants/ bars during your stay.
Travelling to Marathon Expo at the ExCeL Centre
Our recommended route from Hammersmith would be to take the Piccadilly Line to Green Park; change to the new Jubilee Line (east) to Canning Town. Change platform for Docklands Light Railway (DLR) to Custom House- just 2 stops up the line.
Note: On an Underground map the District Line can often appear to be the most direct but it does tend to be slower as it stops at all stations. Both the Piccadilly and Jubilee Lines offer much faster services.
Sunday – post-race
Novotel London West is also our main post-race centre with the majority of our post-race facilities including 40 rooms for showering (including towel, soap and shampoo) plus two rooms for our team of masseurs. There is a large seated area for post-race light refreshments and the opportunity to watch the video of the race as shown by BBC TV earlier in the day.
Note: WRP will continue to have a number of other rooms available for showering (including soap. Shampoo and towel) until 19.00 hrs. This service is complimentary and automatically included in your package.
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Prices
Adding a third night to your stay at Novotel London West costs just £44 pp including full breakfast. That extra day/ night can transform your weekend into a 4* leisure break with time for sightseeing, doing a little shopping, going to a show, etc. – as well as running the marathon.
“ Once again WRP excelled. This was our third time with WRP Tours. This time we opted to pay the extra for a late room check-out which was a huge benefit and made a massive difference. We also loved the new buffet meal on Saturday evening. Both the hotel and WRP staff were very efficient and approachable. Next time we plan to take advantage of your long-weekend break.” KH - Macmillan Cancer Support Thank you for an amazing weekend. Your organisation throughout was amazing and really took the stress out of the whole event. Should I do it again (and I probably will) I now know a man who does everything – except run the miles for you! SG I just had to drop you a quick line to thank you all once again for your amazing hospitality and support over the weekend. It was truly memorable and I look forward to seeing the team again next year. D & C Very impressed with WRP’s organizational skills. Great to have so many knowledgeable staff on hand – and so friendly! Hotel food was first class and excellent value. Thank you for making this a no hassle-informative trip. JH Phab Kids |
| Tour prices 2012 for A1: Novotel London West (Hammersmith) The prices shown are per person and based on 2 adults sharing a double/twin room and includes full buffet breakfast. Separate rates are shown for children but these only apply if there are two adults in that room – e.g. a child paying a children’s rate cannot be used as a substitute for one of the adults. Third adult in a triple room (double + single) – add £70, plus £20 per night stayed - e.g. £90 for a 1 night stay, £110 for a 2 night stay and £130 for a 3 night stay. |
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| Number of nights: | 1 (Saturday) |
2 | 3 |
| Adult: (shared double/twin) Adult: (sole occupancy) |
£133 £186 |
£185 £296 |
£229 £378 |
| Children: Aged 0 - 3 years Aged 4 - 14 years |
Free £25 |
Free £25 |
Free 25 |
| Additional nights, other than Friday - Sunday inclusive: | £125 per room | ||
A note on bed configurations: A standard "Superior" room has a Queen size, double bed | Top | |
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NOVOTEL – TOWER BRIDGE: 100 rooms WRP Staff: |
“ I want to say a big thank you to all of you for yet another wonderful weekend in London. The organisation was seamless and your staff made everybody feel special and relaxed – nothing is too much trouble for them. |
2012 will be our twelth visit to this excellent 4* hotel in the heart of the City of London. It is immensely popular and now is either first or second of the hotels to fill – invariably by Christmas.
So, why is it so popular? Without doubt one of the primary reasons is the fact that it lies on the marathon route – not once but twice so is absolutely ideal for spectating. The first time is when the runners cross Tower Bridge at about half way – all of 5 mins walk away and again at 22/23 miles when they come behind the hotel (alongside the Tower of London) – just 200m away!
Secondly, there are so many interesting sights within a short distance – be that the Tower of London, St Paul’s Cathedral, the Millennium Bridge, Tate Modern or Tower Bridge itself which has organised trips showing you how the bridge is raised – you can even walk across the top!
Alongside Tower Bridge, steps lead down to St Katharine’s Dock – the capital’s first Docklands redevelopment. The area once had over 1,000 cottages, a brewery, hospital and the 12th century church of St Katharine but in 1828 all this was removed to make way for a vast new area of docks designed by Thomas Telford. From the early 1970’s the area has been transformed into a hugely successful and attractive residential, commercial and leisure marina with a lighthouse ship and old sailing barges. It really is well worth a visit and is a super location for lunch as there are many attractive waterside places at which to eat!
Just across the bridge – you can turn left into Butlers Wharf offering a selection of smart and interesting shops, cafes and restaurants. Alternatively, turn right and you are on the Queens Walk which will take you past HMS Belfast to the Globe Theatre. Why not use the Millennium Bridge to bring you back to the hotel by St Paul’s Cathedral ?
For runners in the marathon other reasons for its popularity include its proximity to the Marathon Registration and Expo out at the ExCeL Centre (15 mins), easy of access to City Airport (30 mins on the Docklands Light Railway) and the proximity of the Tower Hill Underground – just 100m from the hotel. The delightful area of Greenwich where the race starts is but 30 mins away on the Docklands Light Railway (DLR).
Tower Hill Underground station is on both the Circle Line (linked to Paddington, St Pancras, Euston and Kings Cross stations) and the District Line. Both give rapid access back after the Finish of the race. Only 400m away is Tower Gateway station on the DLR – the transport system that will take you both to Marathon Registration and the Expo – as well as to Greenwich. Also, with the hotel being in the heart of the City, in the evenings and at weekends, the area is quieter than many city hotels.
WRP staff: Geraldine Hope and Neale Jarrett
Rooms
We have 100 rooms booked at this hotel. Due to its great popularity the hotel insist that most of these are for 3 nights although we do have a small number of 1 and 2 nights. All rooms are en-suite with hairdryer, air conditioning, tea & coffee making facilities, colour TV.
The basic room configuration is suitable for single, double or twin room occupancy and, with an added sofa bed, can easily accommodate families with 1 or 2 children.
Normal check-in cannot be guaranteed until 15.00 hrs and normal check-out is at 10.00 hrs. For those leaving on Sunday evening after the race, a “late check-out” facility is available whereby guests can retain their own room until 18.00 for a charge of £30.00.
Coming by rail?
The hotel is within easy travelling distance of most of the main line stations via the Circle and District Underground lines. If you are not sure just ask the WRP office for advice.
Coming by road?
Though the hotel does not have a car park though there is a NCP Car Park at The Minories - about 4 mins walk away. Charges apply but are very reasonable for the weekend.
Clients coming by car to this hotel should be aware of the basic regulations concerning the London Congestion Charge which operates Monday to Friday in this area of London. See - www.cclondon.com
If you will need a ticket for part of your weekend WRP strongly advises that you pay in advance, on-line, as there are no shops in the immediate area selling Congestion Charge tickets… and fines are expensive!
Travelling to Marathon Expo at the ExCeL Centre
It is a 4 minute walk from the Hotel to Tower Gateway Station – one of the two city termini of the Docklands Light Railway (DLR). A 15 mins ride takes you Custom House station which is alongside the ExCeL building. It is very easy. You can also go from Tower Gateway to Greenwich.
“Just a note to say thank you very much again for your help in providing such a great weekend. Going with WRP takes away a lot of the stress and worry of an already fretful event. Knowing that WRP will take care of us – from the coach to the start, the post-race reception as well as a fantastic venue such as the Novotel at Tower Bridge just makes it so easy.” PJ |
An excellent base on marathon day
On Sunday, Novotel Tower Bridge will be acting as an “on-course” centre for all guests on the WRP tour and so during the day will be providing live coverage of the race on a large plasma screen, have bar facilities including coffee, tea and soft drinks plus excellent bar food, a place to sit down and take a break… and toilets! In the midst of a tiring day this is a great bonus for all WRP spectators.
Prices
Adding a third night to your stay at Novotel Tower Bridge costs just £44 pp including full breakfast. That extra day/ night can transform your weekend into a 4* leisure break with time for sightseeing, doing a little shopping, going to a show, etc. – as well as running the marathon.
| Tour prices 2012 for C1: Novotel Tower Bridge The prices shown are per person and based on 2 adults sharing a double/twin room and includes full buffet breakfast. Separate rates are shown for children but these only apply if there are two adults in that room – e.g. a child paying a children’s rate cannot be used as a substitute for one of the adults.Third adult in a triple room (double + single) – add £70, plus £20 per night stayed - e.g. £90 for a 1 night stay, £110 for a 2 night stay and £130 for a 3 night stay. |
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| Number of nights: | 1 (Saturday) |
2 | 3 |
| Adult: (shared double/twin) Adult: (sole occupancy) |
£159 £246 |
£210 £347 |
£254 £429 |
| Children: Aged 0 - 3 years Aged 4 - 14 years |
Free £25 |
Free £25 |
Free £25 |
| Late check-out Sunday - per room: (You keep your room until 18.00 hrs) |
+ £30 | ||
Other rates: WRP 3 course buffet on Saturday evening - Sample Menu - Click here | Top | |
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NOVOTEL – WATERLOO: 110 rooms WRP Staff: |
“I would like to thank both yourself and your staff at Novotel Waterloo for the excellent manner in which your organised our marathon trip last weekend. The organisation was spot-on, your staff extremely courteous and helpful. The whole weekend went like clockwork.” DR “I have to write and say well done – your marathon tour At Novotel Waterloo was flawless.” NN “Just a quick note to the WRP team to say THANK YOU for a job well done. My family and I stayed at Novotel Waterloo which was great and your staff could not have been more helpful. It was my 12th London. One huge logistical nightmare but WRP triumphed again.” TH: BHF |
This will be WRP’s eventh year at this 187 room, and hugely popular, hotel located at the southern edge of Lambeth Bridge and almost directly opposite Lambeth Palace. Those with a front bedroom on the upper floors have a wonderful view of all that lies behind them – both the River Thames and the Palace of Westminster – or “Parliament” as it is more usually called.
Lambeth Palace has been the official residence of the Archbishop of Canterbury since the 1207. The complex huddle of red-sandstone medieval buildings are accessed via an imposing Tudor gatehouse (1485) which is one of the capital’s most familiar riverside landmarks. For centuries there was a horse ferry across the river here with the revenues going to the Archbishop. When the first Westminster Bridge was built in 1750 the Archbishop was granted compensation for the loss of his business income!
What more perfect evening stroll than to do a circuit across Lambeth Bridge, through the Victoria Gardens and round the Palace of Westminster returning across Westminster Bridge (almost within touching distance of the London Eye) and then back along the lovely Thames Path with the spectacular views across the busy Thames to the terraces of the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben. At this hotel it’s all on your door step!
Use of the name “Waterloo” can be slightly misleading for the hotel is not that close to Waterloo Station which is about a mile away. If using a map of London you should look for Lambeth Bridge as this would be your main approach by car.
If using the Underground, your best way to the hotel is via Westminster Station then walk across Westminster Bridge before descending steps to walk along the broad boulevard of the Thames Path on the south side of the river. This is a delightful, 15 minute, walk.
A further point of interest is the position of the hotel with regard to the finish of the race. As many will already know, one of the key things recommended after the race is a period of 20 mins of gentle walking – this helps to dissipate the lactic acid in your leg muscles and so stops them becoming stiff and sore.
All finishers, if they so want, can easily stroll back from the finish to this hotel within 20 – 30 mins.
Please note that due to its position and facilities, you may not be surprised to learn that year after year this hotel is invariably booked-out by early January.
WRP Staff
Kate McCullough works as our Office Manager during the winter and helps run a hotel on the Mediterranean coast of Turkey during the summer so you are in good hands! To support her in this hotel she will have two very experienced marathon runners – Steve Baxter and Rob Morgan. Not surprisingly Steve and Rob will be taking the two race clinics on Saturday afternoon and all will be available for last minute individual advice throughout the weekend.
Rooms
We have 110 rooms booked at this hotel although our allocation of rooms for just Saturday night has been cut to just 30 this year. Early booking will be essential. All rooms are en-suite with hairdryer, air conditioning, tea & coffee making facilities and colour TV. and the bed configuration can accommodate single, double, twin and family occupancy.
Please note that all rooms have one double bed plus (if needed) one sofa bed which can allow the room to be used as either as a single, double, twin or as family room for parents with either one or two children.
Normal check-in cannot be guaranteed until 15.00 hrs and normal check-out is at 10.00 hrs.
Sunday – late check-out
The hotel has agreed to offer a late check-out facility until 18.00 hrs on a maximum of 20 rooms. The additional charge would be £40 per room.
Coming by car?
This is one of the two hotels that WRP uses which has pre-bookable car parking – a scarce commodity these days in central London! The secure underground parking is available to WRP guests, if pre-booked, at the discounted rate of £15 per night stayed. (40 spaces).
If you do not pre-book then:
a. you will have to pay the hourly rate and
b. we cannot guarantee that you will get a parking space
Clients coming by car to this hotel should be aware of the basic regulations concerning the London Congestion Charge which operates Monday to Friday in this area of London.
Coming by rail?
The hotel is easily reached from all the main rail terminals but your best method of transfer to the hotel could be to pick up a taxi as the nearest Underground is about 15 mins walk away. If you are not sure just ask the WRP office for advice.
Travelling to Marathon Expo at the ExCeL Centre
From Westminster, take the fast Jubilee Line (east) just 8 stops to Canning Town. Use flight of stairs to change platform for the Docklands Light Railway (DLR) to Custom House - just 2 stops up the line. Very easy – allow about 30 mins.
Restaurant and bar
Along with a totally new foyer, the hotel now boasts a completely new restaurant and bar. Last year all were impressed with both the changes and the superb value of food in the bar.
Saturday evening 2 course buffet
The hotel plan to repeat their popular pre-bookable system with sittings at half hour intervals commencing at 18.00 hrs. WRP clients will have access to the normal hotel hot/cold buffet which, that evening will also have some additional pasta dishes as well as vegetarian options.
Those not booking this meal should be advised that the WRP advance bookings may well fill the restaurant and those who do not want this option may have to wait until a little later for a table. The bar offers an all-day menu with an extensive selection of light meals.
Prices
Adding a third night to your stay at Novotel Waterloo costs just £52 pp including full breakfast.
That extra day/night can transform your weekend into a 4* leisure break with time for sightseeing, doing a little shopping, going to a show, etc. – as well as running the marathon.
| Tour prices 2012 for B1: Novotel Waterloo The prices shown are per person and based on 2 adults sharing a double/twin room and includes full buffet breakfast. Separate rates are shown for children but these only apply if there are two adults in that room – e.g. a child paying a children’s rate cannot be used as a substitute for one of the adults.Third adult in a triple room (double + single) – add £70, plus £20 per night stayed - e.g. £90 for a 1 night stay, £110 for a 2 night stay and £130 for a 3 night stay. |
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| Number of nights: | 1 (Saturday) |
2 | 3 |
| Adult: (shared double/twin) Adult: (sole occupancy) |
£147 £223 |
£203 £334 |
£255 £430 |
| Children: Aged 0 - 3 years Aged 4 - 14 years |
Free £25 |
Free £25 |
Free £25 |
Other rates: WRP 2 course buffet on Saturday evening - Sample Menu - Click here Note: This hotel does not have any twin bedded rooms. A twin room can be made by using the standard Queen sized bed plus a sofa bed. | Top | |
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NOVOTEL – ExCeL: 100 rooms WRP Staff: Sara Marsh |
“The trip was made stress free by WRP because of the fantastic location of the hotel, lovely food and excellent service. I think you have “cracked it” this time. Brilliant !!! “ “ I had one of the best weekends of my life and the WRP staff and the hotel made it extra special – they were brilliant! The hotel is in a perfect location.” “This was my first marathon and I had no idea what to expect. WRP were fantastic! From the minute that we walked into the hotel everything was planned and organized for me. The staff in the hotel took away any potential stress, fears and worries. I will definitely recommend you – and use you, again.” KG (Scope) |
This will be our 9th year at this hotel. The reason that Novotel and other international chains have built here is to be close to the huge and new exhibition Centre called ExCeL where Race Registration and Marathon Expo for the 2011 Virgin London Marathon will be held. The ExCeL Centre is just about 200m from the hotel!
This massive building forms the centre-piece of the Royal Dock Regeneration Scheme so one has a superb view over the Victoria Dock and The Millennium Dome. This is also the key site in the famous London Triathlon and from the upper floors one can see the new Olympic stadium.
The staff at this hotel are especially proud of the fact that they have won a number of prestigious national awards for Customer Service – a fact noted by many of our guests who stayed there over the years. They also comment upon the lightness and tranquility of the hotel and that this makes Novotel ExCeL an ideal location to relax before the race.
To get maximum benefit of the views over the dock and East London, the architects placed the reception, bars and restaurant all on the first floor thus giving great panoramic views whilst bedrooms begin on the third floor. The whole front of the hotel, which overlooks the docks, has a delightful balcony terrace.
Rooms
All 182 rooms are of the new “Novation” design which has a separate toilet and excellent bathroom facilities. Rooms have an armchair plus pivoting desk, a lap-top sized safe…iron/ironing board, air-conditioning, hair dryer and duvet.
WRP has an allocation of 100 rooms for the Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights plus an additional allocation from Tuesday for charity staff working at the Marathon Expo.
However, WRP has already agreed a room allocation for the charity Action Heart who have taken 75 of the 100 rooms meaning that WRP has available both 2 and 3 night rooms.
There are several differences in how the WRP package can, and do, work at this hotel:
- access from City Airport is very easy – not much more than 20 mins distant via the Docklands Light Railway (DLR)
- access to Marathon Registration and the Marathon Expo is all of 5 mins walk away!!
- journey time to the start on Sunday is shorter than from any of the other hotels hence the coaches from here leave a little later. (You can sneak some extra minutes in bed!)
- after the race all the usual post-race facilities are available. However, those leaving after the race and possibly short of time can have their luggage transferred across to Novotel Tower Bridge during the race. This then becomes their post-race venue for post-race showers, refreshments, etc.
- those staying on Sunday evening have the opportunity to join the Monday complimentary morning tour (by coach) of Greenwich organised by our friends from Action Heart. Amongst possible visits will be to see the Thames Barrier, the National Maritime Museum and the Royal Observatory rounding off with a pub-lunch in one of the historic inns in Greenwich. A really nice and relaxed way to round off your weekend!
“Would use again without question. Both the food at the hotel and post race were fantastic and great value for money.” |
Coming by rail?
All the main train termini have easy links to Tower Hill Underground station. From here it is a 200m walk to Tower Gateway – one of the two termini on the Docklands Light Railway. A 15 mins ride and you are at the hotel.
Coming by air?
London’s City Airport is about 10 mins away via the DLR – the hotel could not be more convenient. Please note that the hotel is sound-proofed so the planes may offer interest but little or no noise.
If arriving by car
There is easy access from North, East and South via M25 and M11 or A207 and Blackwall Tunnel. The hotel has a small car park which means that it cannot guarantee pre-booked parking.
If a space is available it will be approx. £16.00 per night stayed. Alternatively, about 100m distant, there is a NCP park which services nearby new housing and the ExCeL Exhibition Centre. Guests coming by car to this hotel should be aware of the basic regulations concerning the London Congestion Charge which operates Monday to Friday in this area of London. For up-to-date information go to: www.cclondon.com
WRP Staff
WRP will have a member of staff resident all weekend at this hotel who will be joined by a team of staff from the Action Heart charity so there will be an abundance of practical marathon experience at your shoulder – including a former winner of the Chicago Marathon!
Restaurant and bar
Both offer superb views across Victoria Dock and he restaurant has an excellent reputation whilst the bar offers an all-day menu offering an extensive selection of light meals. Many who stay with us speak highly of both the quality and value of the bar food.
Prices
The prices shown are per person and based on 2 adults sharing a double/twin room and includes full buffet breakfast. Separate rates are shown for children but these only apply if there are two adults in that room – e.g. a child paying a children’s rate cannot be used as a substitute for one of the adults.
| Tour prices 2012 for A2: Novotel ExCeL The prices shown are per person and based on 2 adults sharing a double/twin room and includes full buffet breakfast. Separate rates are shown for children but these only apply if there are two adults in that room – e.g. a child paying a children’s rate cannot be used as a substitute for one of the adults. Third adult in a triple room (double + single) – add £70, plus £20 per night stayed - e.g. £90 for a 1 night stay, £110 for a 2 night stay and £130 for a 3 night stay. |
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| Number of nights: | 1 (Saturday) |
2 | 3 |
| Adult: (shared double/twin) Adult: (sole occupancy) |
£136 £201 |
£194 £314 |
£229 £379 |
| Children: Aged 0 - 3 years Aged 4 - 14 years |
Free £25 |
Free £25 |
Free £25 |
| Late check-out Sunday - per room: (You keep your room until 18.00 hrs) |
+ £35 | ||
Other rates: WRP 2 course buffet on Saturday evening | Top | |
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NOVOTEL – PADDINGTON: 50 rooms WRP Staff: |
Novotel Paddington first opened during 2009 so April 2010 was the first opportunity we had to use it for one of our bases for the London Marathon tour.
We were delighted to find that Nicholas Lazarou had been appointed as General manager for WRP had worked with him previously. He has proved over the years to be a good friend of WRP and our guests, always making sure
that everything is in place and that our guests receive maximum support from his excellent staff. Both he and several of his staff take part in triathlons so well understand the needs of those running the marathon.
The hotel
has quickly become very popular - especially at weekends and we were eager to again secure this hotel as one of our bases. The fact that everything worked exactly as planned , the services provided and quality of the food was superb and early enquiries to re-book meant that WRP were eager to secure a booking for April 2012.
One of the most frequent noted comments from guests was how quiet and serene was the atmosphere both in the hotel and the surrounding area.
The hotel is part of the impressive Paddington Basin Regeneration Project and lies but a short walk from “Little Venice”. The poet Robert Browning first coined the term to describe an area interspersed with waterways where the Regent’s Canal and Grand Union Canals meet. A Paddington arm of this lies barely 100m from the hotel. The area is home to many waterside cafes, pubs and eateries. You can take a boat trip or enjoy a traffic-free walks – even straight through to beautiful Regent’s Park itself.
Yet turn the other way from the hotel and within 5 mins you are in Brunel’s Paddington rail station which also contains Paddington Underground giving you access across the city via the Circle, Bakerloo and Hammersmith and City Lines.
WRP staff
Carol and Gordon Robbins are two of our most experienced staff. Over the years they have built up their own "fan base" - primarily because of their superb customer care and the fact that they can benefit from Gordon's great wealth of knowledge of running and this event. He has completed the event many times (latest was last year), is a qualified coach and Race Director of one of the most popular events in the country.
On Friday afternoon, Gordon will lead the 10-strong WRP staff team on the Walking Tour of the Start out at Greenwich and will take the Race Clinic at Paddington
on Saturday afternoon.
Rooms
We have 50 rooms booked at this hotel. Due to its great popularity the hotel our contract only allows for 10 one night rooms – the rest must be for two or three nights.
All rooms are en-suite bath/shower with sofa bed, hairdryer, air conditioning, tea & coffee making facilities, safe deposit box and 26” LCD TV.
The basic room configuration is suitable for single, double or twin room occupancy and, with an added sofa bed, can easily accommodate families with 1 child. (We do not have any Family 4 rooms in our contract.)
Check-in cannot be guaranteed until 15.00 hrs and normal check-out is at 10.00 hrs.
Sunday – late check-out
Whilst the hotel would like to give everyone the opportunity of a late check-out, the popularity is now such they will be busy on Sunday evening with both WRP and other guests. However, they have been able to off the following - on a strictly first-come, first-served, basis via WRP:
- for those arriving Friday and leaving Sunday - they can offer a maximum of 5 rooms at a charge of £30 per room
- for those arriving Saturday and leaving Sunday - they can offer a maximum of 5 rooms at a charge of £50 per room
- for all others leaving Sunday there will be luggage storage facilities during the day and complimentary shower facilities within the pool/leisure area prior to you enjoying the post-race refreshments provided
Saturday evening buffet
One of the features of this hotel that impressed our first guests lat year was the quality of the food provided - especially on the Saturday evening when a special buffet - designed to meet the needs of the runners and the enjoyment of the non-runners was provided. The hotel has confirmed that it will again put on a special 3 course buffet from 18.30 at £22 per Adult and £12 for children aged 11 - 16 and £9 for children aged 5 - 10 years. Sample Menu - Click here
Coming by rail?
The hotel is within 5 mins walk of Paddington Station and about 7 mins from the Underground station.
(After the race on Sunday you can use the Bakerloo Line straight through from Embankment station which is close to the finish.)
Coming by road?
Though the hotel does not have a car park though there is one at Paddington Station itself.
Guests coming by car to this hotel should be aware of the basic regulations concerning the London Congestion Charge which operates Monday to Friday in this area of London. See - www.cclondon.com
If you will need a ticket for part of your weekend WRP strongly advises that you pay in advance, on-line, as there are no shops in the immediate area selling Congestion Charge tickets… and fines are expensive!
Leisure facilities
The hotel facilities are obviously brand new and include an excellent sauna and fitness centre. It is also the only Novotel in central London that also has a swimming pool.
Travelling to Marathon Expo at the ExCeL Centre
It is a 5-7 minute walk from the hotel to Paddington Underground station (within the main Paddington station). Take the Circle Line to Tower Hill station. Short walk to Tower Gateway Station – one of the two city termini of the Docklands Light Railway (DLR). A 15 mins ride takes you Custom House station which is alongside the ExCeL building. It is very easy. You can also go from Tower Gateway to Greenwich.
Prices
Adding a third night to your stay at Novotel Paddington costs just £40 pp inc full breakfast. That extra day/ night can transform your weekend into a 4* leisure break with time for sightseeing, doing a little shopping, going to a show, etc. – as well as running the marathon.
| Tour prices 2012 for C2: Novotel Paddington The prices shown are per person and based on 2 adults sharing a double/twin room and includes full buffet breakfast. Separate rates are shown for children but these only apply if there are two adults in that room – e.g. a child paying a children’s rate cannot be used as a substitute for one of the adults. Third adult in a triple room (double + single) – add £70, plus £20 per night stayed - e.g. £90 for a 1 night stay, £110 for a 2 night stay and £130 for a 3 night stay. |
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| Number of nights: | 1 (Saturday) |
2 | 3 |
| Adult: (shared double/twin) Adult: (sole occupancy) |
£159 £246 |
£220 £370 |
£260 £440 |
| Children: Aged 0 - 3 years Aged 4 - 14 years |
Free £25 |
Free £25 |
Free £25 |
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