Ibis Budget London Whitechapel - Brick Lane, London

Ibis Budget London Whitechapel - Brick Lane provides an ideal base for those who need affordable accommodation in central London. The hotel, situated in Whitechapel in London's East End, is a modern high-rise with a blue and white facade. Guests sleep in cocooned comfort in contemporary rooms for two to three guests that feature wood laminate flooring and either green or blue accents. Rooms have individually controlled AC, flat-screen TVs, and private bathrooms.

A variety of facilities are available to those staying at the hotel, including wireless internet access in public areas, a safe, and a tour desk. The hotel offers laundry and dry cleaning services. For guest use, the hotel provides free Wi-Fi and a computer. Snacks are for sale in the lobby. Featured amenities include wired Internet access, a 24-hour front desk, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. The friendly staff can suggest places to visit.

The hotel is located a brief stroll from Whitechapel Gallery and the Whitechapel Idea Store. It's a bit far from the city center. Shoreditch and Brick Lane are popular destinations full of trendy shops and restaurants. The hotel is within walking distance of Petticoat Lane Market, Brick Lane and Ten Bells. You'll be an 8-minute, 2-minute drive from Brick Lane and 8 minutes from The Gherkin. Rooms on higher floors may have fairly nice skyline views of the city.

Ibis Budget London Whitechapel - Brick Lane is merely 0.5 km from Whitechapel and just 1 km from Shadwell DLR. The Whitechapel underground station gives direct access to London's best treasures and sights like Westminster Abbey and Buckingham Palace in 30 minutes or less. For sights further out, Heathrow Airport and Gatwick Airport can both be reached via public transport in about an hour.

Budget travelers might also want to consider Kings Cross or Paddington, which are also convenient locations.