I've been to London countless times but I always seem to stay in the same area---Knightsbridge and South Kensington. I think its more of, I like the area, I feel comfortable and I don't like change. I'm currently planning a trip for January and I'm thinking maybe I should look into a change. What area would you stay in and why (not necessarily the hotel just the area). Thank you for any help.

There is no other area I would stay in except Knightsbridge or South Ken. I ahve done and will not do again. There is everything youwant within walking or tube distance, it is safe, lively, quiet at night, energetic during the day. <BR> <BR>I cannot think , of any area I have enjoyed more. we have gone to London yearly for about 30 years, stayed in all areas, and SK is our favorite!

Why don't you try Notting Hill?? This is a very hip residental area with some great shops and restaurants.

MO: <BR> <BR>I have tried various areas: Notting Hill/Holland's Park (rather liked it), Earl's Court area(not recommended), Waterloo area (possibilities, but make sure it is in the best part), Russell Square (noisy, but central, but I've NEVER liked Oxford Street area). <BR> <BR>But, like JOdy, my prefered location, where I always return to, is South Ken/Knightsbridge/ Chelsea. I love the quite streets, the small boutique hotels and local restaurants. I travel on my own to London, so the safety issue is quite important for me. My second choice would be Notting Hill. <BR> <BR>Regards .. Ger

Thanks everyone. I thought I would try a new area this time in London but, although I haven't decided on the hotel, I'll be staying put in the Knightsbridge area.

Why not think about Hampstead? Nice area and close to the Heath.

Last September my wife and I stayed at a nice little hotel in the Marleybone (sp?)/Baker Street area. About a one minute walk from the Baker Street tube station, about a five minute walk to Regent's Park and about a ten or 12 minute walk from Oxford Street.

Mo, I agree with brianh, why not give Hampstead a try. It is very beautiful with a personality of its own but just a tube ride from London. <BR> <BR>linda

We just got back from London. Stayed in Knightsbridge for the first time and liked it. However my favorite area to stay in (which I did 2 years ago) was in Bloomsbury/British Museum area. Near Charing Cross Rd. bookshops and the museum, and has more of a neighborhood feel. One caution: I noticed they are tearing up Russell Square (don't know what's going on there) so it would be worth checking out, especially if you wanted a hotel right there. I think Hampstead is great, but it's a long (and costly) trip into central London.

We stayed a number of times in Knightsbridge for my husband also thought it was the only place to be. The last two times I switched him to Bloomsbury and he loved it. There are some delightful small hotels very charming and good service. We also love it for we finally can walk to all the theaters and not wait for the bus or take the subway at night. There are many restaurants of every description and it is a short walk to the National Gallery, Covent Garden, Soho, and the delightful Sloan Museum. My next trip to London will probably be back to Bloomsbury.

Mayfair, St. James, or Westminster. <BR> <BR>Personally, I prefer Mayfair. It is spectacularly close to so much by foot. <BR> <BR>There are many hotels, some very expensive, some moderately expensive. There are also several flat services with reasonable (one week) lets in that area.

I've been to London many times and have found staying in Covent Garden area (The Strand) most convenient. It's in the heart of the theatre district, within walking distance to The National Gallery, St. James Park, Oxford and Regent's Street as well as Picadilly.