The Most Budget-Friendly Hotels in Soho, London

The bar at Mimi’s Hotel Soho is a cosy place to have a drink
The bar at Mimi’s Hotel Soho is a cosy place to have a drink | Courtesy of Mimi’s Hotel Soho / Expedia
Tess Boissonneault

Theatre, shopping, music – some of the best in the world are found in Soho, London. In the West End, near the neighbouring shopping paradise of Oxford Street, it’s the perfect spot for tourists to discover the cultural past and present of the English capital. Here are some of the top affordable hotels, apartments and hostels in Soho.

1. SoHostel

Hostel

Directors chairs on the soft green turf of the Hawaiian-themed rooftop bar at SoHostel, London
Courtesy of SoHostel / Expedia

SoHostel is proof you don’t have to break the bank to stay in the lively West End. Just a hop, skip and a jump from Oxford Street and a short way from Trafalgar Square, SoHostel offers a friendly and social atmosphere, where travellers can meet over a game of pool, a drink at the in-house bar or while lounging on the rooftop terrace.

2. Soho Apartments by BaseToGo

Apartment

Soho Apartment by BaseToGo, London
Courtesy of Soho Apartment by BaseToGo / Expedia

Want to experience the West End like a local? Soho Apartments has centrally located flats within walking distance of landmarks such as Piccadilly Circus and St James Park. The holiday accommodation features modern living spaces that sleep up to four people. Each one has a kitchen and lots of wardrobe space – perfect for those who hate to live out of suitcases.

3. Mimi’s Hotel Soho

Boutique Hotel

Mimis Hotel Soho
Courtesy of Mimi’s Hotel Soho / Expedia

Mimi’s embodies the opulent, old-fashioned charm that many seek when visiting the historic city of London. Each room is characterised by wooden features, deep, warm colours and rich textiles. The in-house bar, Henson’s, is the perfect place to cosy up with a drink after a long day of sightseeing, with a fireplace and custom furniture.

5. The Piccadilly London West End

Hotel

The Piccadilly London West End
Courtesy of The Piccadilly London West End / Expedia

A 15-minute walk from the British Museum and just steps from vibrant Chinatown, the Piccadilly London West End is a four-star hotel in a stunning beaux-arts building dating to the turn of the 20th century. The hotel is also connected to Hankies Cafe, a highly rated dining spot for Indian street food, including mouth-watering roomali roti.

6. Thistle Piccadilly

Chain Hotel

Thistle Piccadilly
Courtesy of Thistle Piccadilly / Expedia

A stone’s throw from Leicester Square, the regal Thistle Piccadilly’s location makes it easy to explore the heart of the West End. Housed in a Victorian building – now fitted with modern interior furnishings – it stands out for its round-the-clock pizza service (perfect for night owls), relaxing rainfall showers and a Technogym-equipped workout space.

7. The Resident Soho

Boutique Hotel

The Resident Soho
Courtesy of The Resident Soho / Expedia

On a quiet street, just down the road from charming Soho Square, the Resident is a four-star hotel offering a piece of calm in an otherwise bustling area. The rooms are modern and stylish, with clean white walls and touches of velvet. These details are carried through to the hotel lounge, in which green walls, ambient lighting and velvet emerald seating create a peaceful atmosphere.

Since you are here, we would like to share our vision for the future of travel - and the direction Culture Trip is moving in.

Culture Trip launched in 2011 with a simple yet passionate mission: to inspire people to go beyond their boundaries and experience what makes a place, its people and its culture special and meaningful — and this is still in our DNA today. We are proud that, for more than a decade, millions like you have trusted our award-winning recommendations by people who deeply understand what makes certain places and communities so special.

Increasingly we believe the world needs more meaningful, real-life connections between curious travellers keen to explore the world in a more responsible way. That is why we have intensively curated a collection of premium small-group trips as an invitation to meet and connect with new, like-minded people for once-in-a-lifetime experiences in three categories: Culture Trips, Rail Trips and Private Trips. Our Trips are suitable for both solo travelers, couples and friends who want to explore the world together.

Culture Trips are deeply immersive 5 to 16 days itineraries, that combine authentic local experiences, exciting activities and 4-5* accommodation to look forward to at the end of each day. Our Rail Trips are our most planet-friendly itineraries that invite you to take the scenic route, relax whilst getting under the skin of a destination. Our Private Trips are fully tailored itineraries, curated by our Travel Experts specifically for you, your friends or your family.

We know that many of you worry about the environmental impact of travel and are looking for ways of expanding horizons in ways that do minimal harm - and may even bring benefits. We are committed to go as far as possible in curating our trips with care for the planet. That is why all of our trips are flightless in destination, fully carbon offset - and we have ambitious plans to be net zero in the very near future.

Culture Trip Spring Sale

Save up to $1,100 on our unique small-group trips! Limited spots.

X
close-ad
Edit article