How to Find a Cheap Hotel in London, UK

Plan on using public transportation. It's cheaper and more of an experience.

Finding London hotels that are both budget friendly and family friendly can be daunting. London, England, has fascinating historical attractions and a plethora of sight-seeing opportunities. However, it can be expensive. Book your London hotel in advance to take advantage of the best room rates.

Instructions

1. Head over to Londontown website to research bed-and-breakfast and hotel deals, and find

   information on sightseeing tours and discounted box office attractions. This is a good starting point to get a feel for pricing and identify options that work for your budget. Hotels in London typically have smaller rooms. Make sure the hotel room you are pricing has enough room for the number of people that you want to stay in the room.

2. 

   So much to see: Don't let a low budget keep you from seeing London.

   Try the Late Rooms website for discounted, last-minute rates on hotels in England. Use the "City Guides" tab to find basic information on London tourist attractions, public transportation and places to eat. Expedia has a U.K. website you can use to price hotels using the "hotels only" option. If you are open to bidding for a hotel online, Priceline.co.uk is another excellent option for finding budget hotels in London if you are flexible about location.

3. Check out the London School of Economics (LSE) Residential Accommodations in central London. The London School of Economics opens up its residences for families, groups or individuals visiting London throughout the year.

4. Check youth hostel rates. If you don't mind shared accommodations, go to the YHA (UK) and Hostels in London websites for budget friendly options.

5. Try discount lodging chains. Two of the biggest, according to "Budget Travel," are Travelodge and Premier Inn.

Tips & Warnings

• London has easily accessible public transportation, so you can be flexible with hotel locations to find the best deals.

• Once you have identified some cheap London hotels that fit your needs, go to tripadvisor.com and read reviews for those locations. You can also go to the tripadvisor.com London forums to get other user opinions on traveling to London.

• Travel light so you can enjoy your trip.

• Plan your trip well in advance to get the cheapest hotel rates.

References

• Lonely Planet: London Hotels & Hostels
• Budget Travel; London at a Price That's Right; May 2009