The Pilgrm
Victorian craft-meets-modern minimalism. Bold blue carpets, reclaimed cast-iron radiators, 200-year-old parquet floors, hospital-salvaged brass lamps, and walls hung with original artwork. Artsy, independent, sustainability-driven, and neighbourhood-first.
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Why It Matters
Independently owned and genuinely design-led at a price point that undercuts comparable boutique hotels in central London. Praised by Monocle, The Daily Telegraph, Condé Nast, and The Guardian. Known for a programme of rotating guest chef residencies and art exhibitions that make The Lounge a neighbourhood destination in its own right.
The Pilgrm — yes, one 'i', very much on purpose — is a family-owned, 73-room boutique hotel housed in a clutch of Victorian terraced buildings a one-minute walk from Paddington Station. It deliberately drops the standard-hotel playbook: no front desk, no robes, no minibar, no air conditioning. What you get instead is meticulous restoration (over 80% of materials repurposed), a rotating art collection, Monmouth coffee downstairs, a genuinely great cocktail list upstairs, and some of the most comfortable beds in this price bracket in London. Rooms are small — honestly, quite small — but everything in them is chosen with care: organic cotton mattresses, Egyptian cotton towels, Marshall Bluetooth speakers, and a gifted recycled water bottle you can refill downstairs.
Where You'll Stay
5 room types available
Bunk Room
From GBP119 / nightHumble and handsome, as the hotel puts it. Bespoke stacked single beds made in the UK, with handmade cotton mattresses. At 7sqm, these are extremely compact — don't bring a large suitcase. No TV in these rooms, so bring your own device. Great for solo travellers or two friends who want the cheapest bed in the building.
Bunk beds (single-width) · 7 sqm
Large Room
From GBP159 / nightThe most spacious option at The Pilgrm, which still isn't large by most standards — but for this property, 14sqm feels genuinely comfortable. King or super-king bed, reclaimed cast-iron bedside tables, and the full suite of in-room features. Best choice if you're sharing or travelling with any meaningful amount of luggage.
King or Super-King (150x200cm mattress) · 14 sqm
Medium Room
From GBP149 / nightA step down in floor space from the Large but still a solid pick for two. The bespoke double bed is the centrepiece, complemented by selected original furniture and the same considered design throughout. Fine for couples who pack light.
Double (135x190cm mattress) · 12 sqm
Single Room
From GBP134 / nightThe solo traveller's compact resting spot. At 7sqm with a single bed, these are purpose-built for one person who wants a clean, well-designed base without paying for space they won't use. Bespoke UK-made single bed with a handmade cotton mattress.
Single bed · 7 sqmSmall Room
From GBP139 / nightCompact and intimate — the word 'den' is apt. At 10sqm, it's genuinely tight but cleverly put together. Parquet flooring, reclaimed radiators, and a double bed that fills most of the space. Best for a solo traveller; manageable for two who travel extremely light and don't mind close quarters.
Double (120x190cm mattress) · 10 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
2 venues on property
Restaurant
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
The Lounge hosts a rolling programme of visiting chefs running evening dinner pop-ups. Recent residencies include Greek island concept Rho (Michelin-trained chef Marios Miliorellis, Wed–Sat until late August 2026), Moroccan Ladeed with Nargisse Benkabbou, Caribbean chef Keshia Sakarah, and Filipino concept LUTO. Advance booking recommended.
The Lounge and terrace are available for private hire — weddings, brand events, creative gatherings. Enquiries via the website.
The Pilgrm maintains a constantly evolving collection of original artwork throughout the building — corridors, landings, rooms. They champion emerging and underrepresented artists. Current (Spring 2026) exhibition features photography by Peter Anderson and Mary Dunkin. It's not a gallery you book — it's woven into the fabric of the building.
Guests can borrow a Temple Cycles bicycle free of charge during their stay to explore London. The hotel provides guidance on routes from Paddington.
Periodic wine events hosted in The Lounge with wine writer-in-residence Fiona Beckett. Past events include 'How to Taste Wine' and 'How to Drink Without Drinking'. Check the events calendar for upcoming dates.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Lift available — important given the Victorian building's multiple floors and winding staircases. Not on all floors; staff will assist with luggage where the lift doesn't reach.
Free throughout the property — rooms and common areas.
Guests check in online before arrival. There is no traditional front desk — a streamlined, app-forward arrival process.
Staff available around the clock despite the non-traditional front desk setup.
Available for guests who arrive early or check out before their travel.
Available to purchase via the hotel's online shop.
Fizzy or still filtered water, free to all guests. A recycled water bottle is gifted at check-in; top up at the ground floor café any time.
Pets welcome on request. Charge applies (approximately £30 per pet per night).
First-floor outdoor terrace adjoining The Lounge. Seasonal — knitted rugs in winter, sun shades and garden herbs in summer. Terrace overlooks London Street.
In-room safe for valuables.
No air conditioning units — in keeping with sustainability principles. Electric fans provided in all rooms instead.
Flat-screen Freeview TV in all rooms except Bunk rooms.
In every room.
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