Westminster

London

An iconic view of Big Ben & the Houses of Parliament over Westminster Bridge, London, UK (Oct 2014).
An iconic view of Big Ben & the Houses of Parliament over Westminster Bridge, London, UK (Oct 2014).
Westminster Abbey is one of the most well-known churches in England. It is notable as being the traditional place of coronation and burial site for English monarchs. The abbey cloisters contain the burial locations of many well-known Britons, including Geoffrey Chaucer, Charles Dickens, Rudyard Kipling, Alfred Tennyson, Isaac Newton, Charles Darwin, David Livingstone, and William Wilberforce.

Photography is not allowed inside the abbey. Pictures are allowed outside the building, in the cloisters and the College Garden.

#architecture
I would not like a king who could obey. 

- Pierre Corneille

Then,  you would love Richard Cœur de Lion or Richard the Lionheart for he didn't obey anything but his own desires.  In the words of Steven Runciman: "he was a bad son, a bad husband, and a bad king, but a gallant and splendid soldier."   

Perfect!  We need more men of questionable character running industry and county in our time of need...I would ask heaven to help us, but I am afraid Richard and his brethren have laid siege upon the pearly gates leaving it in tattered ruins.

#London

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Richard_I_of_England
The road of excess leads to the palace of wisdom. 

- William Blake

I suppose, David Cameron could find comfort in this quote, believing, as only a politician could,  that he is merely trying to navigate his way to the palace of wisdom.

#London

http://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2016/apr/12/frankie-boyle-tax-havens-panama-papers

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Top hotels in Westminster

Hub By Premier Inn London Westminster - Westminster Abbey

Hub By Premier Inn London Westminster - Westminster Abbey

3 out of 5
21 Tothill Street London England
The price is HK$794 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
HK$794
HK$953 total
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in London. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk and a coffee shop/cafe. Popular attractions Big Ben and Buckingham Palace are ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (520 reviews)
Room is clean. Breakfast very good and staff are nice.

Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026

Hub By Premier Inn London Westminster - Westminster Abbey
The Rubens at the Palace

The Rubens at the Palace

5 out of 5
39 Buckingham Palace Road London England
The price is HK$1,632 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
HK$1,632
HK$1,959 total
15 Feb - 16 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 4 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,015 reviews)
It was very good definitely will be back again!

Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026

The Rubens at the Palace
St. James' Court, A Taj Hotel, London

St. James' Court, A Taj Hotel, London

4 out of 5
54 Buckingham Gate London England
The price is HK$1,778 per night from 20 Feb to 21 Feb
HK$1,778
HK$2,133 total
20 Feb - 21 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,660 reviews)
I had a truly fabulous stay at St. James Court, A Taj Hotel and felt genuinely treated like a queen from start to finish. The staff were incredibly friendly, welcoming, and consistently went above and beyond to make my stay special. The location is prime. It is central, convenient, and perfect for ...

Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026

St. James' Court, A Taj Hotel, London
Hotel Riu Plaza London The Westminster

Hotel Riu Plaza London The Westminster

4 out of 5
30 John Islip Street London England
The price is HK$1,415 per night from 5 Feb to 6 Feb
HK$1,415
HK$1,698 total
5 Feb - 6 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,296 reviews)
Staff and room was great. Would like more options at breakfast or a rotating menu. Stayed for 5 nights and by the 3rd day the food got boring. Otherwise great hotel

Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026

Hotel Riu Plaza London The Westminster
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

4 out of 5
St Katharine's Way London England
The price is HK$897 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
HK$897
HK$1,076 total
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (9,219 reviews)
Second time staying at The Tower. Location couldn't be more perfect. Friendly and helpful staff, especially at breakfast.

Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
Royal National Hotel

Royal National Hotel

3 out of 5
38-51 Bedford Way London England
The price is HK$883 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
HK$883
HK$1,060 total
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
7.8/10 Good! (3,001 reviews)
Very good value. Bedroom was Spartan but extremely clean. Very comfortable bed. The vast hotel has all the amenities you need for a good business trip. Staff are exceptionally pleasant. Recommended.

Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026

Royal National Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Westminster

Admiralty Arch showing heritage architecture

City of Westminster

4.5/5(2,564 area reviews)

Big Ben and Piccadilly Circus are a few top attractions in City of Westminster. Hop around the city on the metro at St. James's Park Underground Station or Victoria Underground Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries.

City of Westminster
Admiralty Arch which includes heritage architecture

St James

St James is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Piccadilly Circus or St. James's Square.

St James
Carnaby Street featuring a square or plaza as well as a large group of people

London City Centre

4.5/5(21 area reviews)

Known for its fascinating museums, stunning river views and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in London City Centre. Top attractions like Piccadilly Circus and Big Ben are major draws. Catch the metro at Charing Cross Underground Station or Leicester Square Underground Station to see more of the city.

London City Centre
London featuring a bridge, a river or creek and heritage architecture

Waterloo

4.5/5(11 area reviews)

Known for its stunning river views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Waterloo. Check out top attractions like London Eye and Southbank Centre, and jump on the metro at Waterloo Underground Station or Lambeth North Underground Station to see more of the city.

Waterloo
Mayfair featuring street scenes

Mayfair

Travellers love Mayfair for its popular shops, and you can see more of London by jumping on the metro at Bond Street Underground Station or Bond Street (Elizabeth Line) Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Oxford Street and Bond Street.

Mayfair
London featuring signage, heritage elements and markets

Covent Garden

The lively bars and colourful gardens are just a few top-rate features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by Covent Garden Market or Royal Opera House while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Covent Garden Underground Station to get around town.

Covent Garden


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