Westbourne Ter W2 🚇 Paddington ⭐ Elegant Design

Stay in a stylish top-floor penthouse just moments from Paddington Station, Hyde Park and fast Heathrow links.

This spacious duplex offers two bedrooms, three bathrooms and a bright rooftop-style lounge with a view of the London sky.

Ideal for professionals or friends wanting comfort, design and a great base to explore London with confidence. ✨

Co-hosted by the highly reviewed MoreThanStays team - "Matterport Under London Skies by MoreThanStays" virtual tour available.
🏠 Guests have exclusive use of the entire duplex.

🚶‍♂️ The apartment is located within a residential building, in a vibrant residential area near the Tube, cafés and pubs — some street traffic noise may be heard in the flat as well as cries of seagulls.

🔐 Self-check-in (available 24h - please keep the noise down in the communal area) using a key box located near the flat. Clear, step-by-step check-in instructions with photos are provided through the digital Guest Portal (once pre-check-in is complete), making it simple and stress-free to locate the building and gain entry. The key collection code appears at the booked check-in time (usually 3 PM, unless early check-in is booked in advance).

🔑 2 key sets are provided and clearly labelled for ease of use.

🪜 Top, 4th and 5th floor (no lift - 95+ steps from the street level). Please pay attention in wet weather and with heavy luggage as steps can become slippery.

🚗 There is no dedicated parking. Street pay-and-display is limited to 2 hours; public parking nearby is around £35 a day (APCOA parking Paddington).

🎞️ Matterport virtual tour available online (using listing name).

Co-hosted by MoreThanStays — a highly rated team trusted across major platforms. You’re welcome to look us up online to learn more about us and see how we work. Our goal is straightforward: to ensure your stay is smooth, stress-free, and memorable.

📲 Digital Guest Portal

Shortly after booking, you’ll receive access to our digital Guest Portal, designed to give you everything you need in one place:

Self Check-In: clear, step-by-step photo instructions (key-box codes appear automatically at your booked check-in time, usually from 3:00 PM)

House Manual: Wi-Fi details and easy-to-follow guides for the apartment

Local Guide: our hand-picked neighbourhood favourites — from great coffee to hidden gems

🤝 Support & Privacy

We respect your privacy and won’t disturb you during your stay. That said, we’re always just a message away. Guests consistently mention our fast, friendly, and helpful responses, whether they need a local recommendation or practical assistance.

🚨 24/7 Emergency Assistance

For urgent matters such as access issues, safety concerns, or heating and plumbing problems, we’re available 24/7 by phone.

🌍 Multilingual Team

To facilitate communication, our team speaks English, French, Spanish, Polish, and Russian.

Please don’t hesitate to reach out at any point — we genuinely want you to feel comfortable, supported, and at home.

By far, the best thing about Paddington is its location in the heart of London, a stone's throw from two of the city's most famous parks, Oxford Street, and attractions which surround the areas of the River Thames and Westminster. Whether you're visiting London for a family weekend, a short break with a loved one, or travelling for work, staying in Paddington means you can experience a new sight every day – spending one day trawling the shops of Oxford Street before finding brunch in Notting Hill the next and passing the hours strolling through the parks.

📍 The apartment is located on Westbourne Terrace, close to Paddington and within easy reach of Little Venice, Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens.

The neighbourhood combines impressive period architecture with excellent transport and everyday convenience.

Nearby you’ll find:
- Paddington Tube and Train Station and the Elizabeth Line for quick city and airport connections,
- Little Venice and its canalside walks
- Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens,
- Cafés, pubs and international restaurants
- Supermarkets, bakeries and convenience shops
- Edgware Road and its extensive Middle Eastern dining scene,
- Notting Hill and Portobello Road within easy reach

It is a particularly convenient location for sightseeing, business trips, hospital visits or guests arriving through Heathrow Airport.

📌 We prefer to set clear expectations so guests can decide whether the property suits them — this helps create better stays and stronger 5-star experiences:

-This is a top-floor duplex (95+ steps) in a historic building without a lift, so bringing up heavy suitcases may be hard for some. While doing so, please respect the neighbours and keep the noise to a minimum - children may be asleep.

- Top floor living room where the TV and desk are (room with the skylight), heats up in hot summer weather and can be comfortably used only in the evening, at night or in the morning - the skylight cannot be opened. During most of the moderate seasons, it can be used all day.

- No air conditioning, but powerful tower fans are supplied.

- Some street sounds or wildlife (seagulls) may be heard inside.

- There is no dedicated parking, but you can use the APCOA car park within a 10 min walk for around £35 per day.

Guests with REDUCED MOBILITY, please consider:
- The apartment is located on the 4th and 5th floors and is accessible only by stairs (approximately 90+ steps). There is no lift.
- Internal stairs connect the two levels of the duplex apartment.
- The bathrooms include standard bath/shower access with small steps.
- The building entrance and staircase are typical of historic London properties and may feel narrow when carrying large luggage.

COMPULSORY PRE-CHECK-IN AND OPTIONAL EXTRAS

To help protect our community and ensure a smooth check-in experience, we use a secure Guest Portal powered by BoomNow (our Property Management System) and Truvi (a leading guest-screening and holiday home insurance provider). Once your booking is confirmed, you’ll receive a link to complete a quick pre-check-in form and securely verify your ID. The Guest Portal link includes check-in instructions with photos, an access code, and an apartment guide.

We also offer a few optional extras, not included in your Airbnb reservation, which can be arranged separately after booking:

Extra bedding sets – £30 per set delivered by our laundry on your chosen day.

Mid-stay refresh clean – £66 (light clean up to 2 hours, then £22 per extra hour if required, no linen change).

Baby equipment hire – £30 (cot without bedding, baby bath, high chair).

In-person check-in or luggage assistance – fee varies by time and availability - ask for more details.

These extras are entirely optional and offered for convenience only. If you'd like to arrange any of them, just let us know after booking.

Travelling with CHILDREN:
- The duplex layout includes internal stairs and elevated areas which may not be suitable for very young children without supervision.
- Safety gates cannot be installed.

NOISE ADVISORY:
- The apartment is in central London near Paddington Station. While the street itself is generally quiet and residential, some city noise and seagull calls can be heard despite the double glazing.


ALLERGIES & SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Our apartments are located in a variety of historic and modern buildings and may not be suitable for all.

- Guests with allergies or any special requirements are strongly encouraged to contact us before booking so we can help determine whether the property is suitable for their needs.

- While properties are professionally cleaned before arrival, we cannot guarantee fully allergen-free environments.

We’re delighted to host you and want to ensure a comfortable stay for everyone. Please take a moment to review our house rules.

1. General Conduct
- Let us know if you need anything—we’re happy to help!
- Only the guests listed in your reservation may stay overnight. Contact us if you’d like to invite visitors.
- Guests under 18 must be supervised at all times.
- Please treat the space with care. Do not move or remove furniture and items—you may be charged for damages or excessive cleaning.
- Lock all doors and windows when leaving.

2. Respect for Neighbours
- Keep noise levels down, especially during quiet hours: 10:00 PM – 8:00 AM (no loud music, shouting, or gatherings).
- Please do not engage with neighbours — contact us via chat or call in urgent situations.
- Drones and other unmanned vehicles are not allowed without permission.

3. Fire Safety
- No smoking indoors or in the courtyard (including vapes).
- No open flames—this includes candles, fireworks, or lanterns.
- Do not cover electric radiators—use the provided airer for drying clothes.
- Keep communal areas clear—these are emergency exits.
- EV charging (including e-bikes/scooters) from domestic sockets is not allowed.
- London Fire Brigade recommends charging gadgets only when you are present and awake.

4. Cleanliness
- Remove outdoor shoes inside the apartment.
- Follow the Guest Portal instructions for recycling and rubbish disposal.

5. Pets
- Pets are not allowed unless agreed in advance.
- Approved pets require an extra cleaning fee.
- Pets must never be left unattended.
- If travelling with pets, contact us for guidance on suitable spaces.

By staying here, you agree to follow these rules. Thank you, and enjoy your stay!

To find us, please use our postcode ( W2 6QE ) in your navigation or transport app.

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