Westminster hotels

Absolutely! Westminster is one of the most historic and visually striking areas in London. It’s home to major landmarks like Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament and Westminster Abbey – all just a short walk from each other. You can explore world-famous sites, stroll through picturesque parks like St James’s Park and Victoria Tower Gardens and catch views of the River Thames. It’s also central, easy to get to by tube, and well-connected to the rest of the city. Whether you’ve only got a day or a week in London, Westminster is well worth including on your itinerary.

Westminster is famous for being the political and ceremonial centre of the UK. It’s where Parliament meets, where the Prime Minister resides and where British monarchs have been crowned and laid to rest for over 1,000 years. It’s also the area many people picture when they think of London – thanks to landmarks like Westminster Abbey, Big Ben and the iconic red double-decker buses crossing Westminster Bridge. With such a rich mix of government, history, religion and royal tradition, it plays a central role in the life of the nation.

What sets Westminster apart is how much history and national significance is packed into one walkable area. It’s where so many key moments in British history have taken place – state funerals, royal weddings, political milestones – and you can see the buildings where it all happened up close. Beyond the history, it’s also a beautiful part of the city, with grand architecture and the river nearby. You can go from standing outside Buckingham Palace to walking through a peaceful park in a matter of minutes.

Westminster is unique because it blends centuries of heritage with active government and modern city life. It’s not just a place to admire from the outside – this is where decisions affecting the whole UK are still made daily. You can see the workings of Parliament, visit royal churches and walk streets that have been part of history for hundreds of years. 

It depends on what you’re there for. If you want to visit Westminster Abbey to see the tombs of kings and poets, admire the architecture or explore the museum, then there is an entrance fee. However, if you’re attending a church service, entry is free. The Abbey is still a working place of worship, and anyone can go in to pray or attend a scheduled service without paying. 

There’s loads to do in Westminster. You can start by ticking off major sights like Big Ben, the Palace of Westminster and Westminster Abbey. From there, take a walk down Whitehall to see Downing Street, then continue to Trafalgar Square and the National Gallery. Nearby parks like St James’s Park and Green Park are ideal for a stroll or a picnic. You could also watch the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace or enjoy a river cruise from Westminster Pier. If you’re into culture, there are museums, galleries and the West End theatres all close by.

There’s plenty to see right near Westminster Abbey. Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament are literally next door, and you can enjoy great views of the Thames from Westminster Bridge. Across the bridge is the London Eye and the South Bank, with family-friendly attractions like SEA LIFE London and the London Dungeon. A short walk through St James’s Park takes you to Buckingham Palace. You’re also close to 10 Downing Street, the Churchill War Rooms and Horse Guards Parade. It’s easy to spend a full day in this area without hopping on a bus or tube.

A great way to spend the day in Westminster is to start with a visit to Westminster Abbey in the morning—it’s quieter and easier to explore when it opens. Then head over to the Houses of Parliament and take a photo by Big Ben. Walk along Westminster Bridge for river views, then loop back through St James’s Park toward Buckingham Palace, maybe catching the Changing of the Guard if the timing works out. For lunch, there are cafes and pubs nearby or grab something from the stalls on the South Bank if you’ve crossed the river. In the afternoon, you could explore the Churchill War Rooms or relax in Green Park. Wrap up your day with a ride on the London Eye at sunset or enjoy a drink with views of the river.

Flex – Pay now or on arrival, fully refundable with free cancellation up to 1pm on the day of arrival. Our most flexible rate – you can cancel and get a full refund up to 1pm on the day of arrival. You can also amend your booking at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival (additional room rate charges may apply depending on your new stay date).

Semi-Flex – Pay now, fully refundable with free cancellation up to three full days before arrival. Fairly flexible rate – you can cancel and get a full refund up to three full days before arrival. No refunds after that date. You can also amend your booking date at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival (additional room rate charges may apply depending on your new stay date).

Advance – Pay now, fully refundable with free cancellation up to 28 full days before arrival, free to amend thereafter until the day of arrival. Fairly flexible rate – you can cancel and get a full refund up to 28 full days before arrival. No refunds after that date. You can also amend your booking date at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival (additional room rate charges may apply depending on your new stay date).

Standard – Pay now, non-refundable. Free to amend booking at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival. Slightly flexible rate – you won’t be able to cancel and get a full refund, but you can amend your booking at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival (additional room rate charges may apply depending on your new stay date).

Non-Flex – Pay now. No amends or refunds. Our least flexible rate – you won’t be able to cancel or amend your stay after booking.

Our standard check-in time is 3pm. For an additional fee*, you can start your stay sooner with early check-in from 11am. Add early check-in to your stay while making your booking, or afterwards by managing your stay in your Premier Inn account. Early check-in is subject to availability and not available at all Premier Inn hotels. 

Checkout is by 12 noon on your departure date. If luggage storage is available, our teams will be happy to store any bags for you if you’d like to check out before 12pm.

*Prices and times will vary depending on date and location. 

For an additional fee*, you can start your stay sooner with early check-in from 11am. Add early check-in to your stay while making your booking, or afterwards by managing your stay in your Premier Inn account. Early check-in is subject to availability and not available at all Premier Inn hotels. 

*Prices and times will vary depending on date and location. 

In 2020 we launched Premier Inn CleanProtect™, our rigorous, daily cleaning method that’s used throughout our UK & Ireland hotels. Developed in partnership with Diversey, a global leader in cleaning and hygiene products for the healthcare and hospitality industries, our promise seeks to give you extra peace of mind so you can always book and stay with confidence.

Check-in - minimising contact at reception and providing hand sanitiser in most public areas for peace of mind. 

Bed linen and towels - laundering all our linen and towels at over 60°C to thermally disinfect them, so you can enjoy a great night’s sleep. We’ve also placed spare pillows in a zip-up bag, for extra peace of mind.

Equipping our teams - providing our team members with all the equipment and sanitisers they need, as well as always operating in the safest way possible for our teams and guests.

A generous serving of safety - you can relax knowing that enhanced cleaning measures are in place throughout our restaurants. Tables are cleaned between visits and contactless payment is in place too, so you can dine safely and comfortably with us every time.

Clean on request - if you'd like your room cleaned during your stay with us, just let us know at reception and use the handy door hanger on the back of your door by 12pm each day.

Most Premier Inns have specially-adapted rooms allowing easier access for customers with disabilities. If there is no specially-adapted room available at the hotel of your choice, we will be happy to offer you alternative accommodation at a nearby Premier Inn. If you have difficulty walking, but do not need a specially-adapted room, please feel free to request a room near reception on the ground floor for easy access. 

If you'd like get in touch, you can reach out to our specialist team via email at pi.accessible@whitbread.com or call us on 0333 0919 817 between 9am and 5pm Monday-Friday (calls charged at local rate).

Unfortunately, with the exception of trained assistance dogs, we don't allow pets to stay at our hotels.