Hotel Direct Reviews 

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TrustScore 5 out of 5

4.8

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Review summary

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Looking at 152 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently mention that booking trips is completely straightforward, supported by friendly staff members, timely email notifications, and very clear instructions throughout the entire process. Travelers deeply appreciate the well-organized packages combining comfortable hotels, convenient train journeys, and exciting show tickets seamlessly into one affordable trip. Some reviewers were not happy with communication limitations, noting occasional difficulties reaching customer support outside standard office hours or experiencing inflexible service when unexpected travel changes or issues arose during their holiday planning. A few consumers also mentioned pricing concerns, limited hotel choices, or felt that only certain aspects of their trip met expectations.

What people talk about most

Booking process

People report positive experiences with the booking process, highlighting how easy it is to combine hotels,... See more

Service

Customers consistently note positive experiences with service, highlighting brilliant accommodation options... See more

Location

Customers had positive experiences with location, expressing great satisfaction with how close the... See more

User experience

Consumers find user experience to be very satisfying, reporting an easy and straightforward process from... See more

Staff

Clients share positive opinions on staff, consistently praising their helpful, friendly, and polite demeanor.... See more

Reviews shaping this summary

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

From start to finish this was an easy process, all sorted in one phone call. Lots of options for accomodation and the show options were great. Only thing to mention is that on the original info send... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We booked a combined hotel and rail break to London via hotel direct.co.uk. The booking process was easy to use and regular communications from Hotel Direct were timely, accurate and helpful. I teleph... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Booked a 2 night stay in Park Plaza Riverbank for daughters 18th birthday and watched MJ musical. Booking through Hotels Direct. Very easy and no issues at all and very informative. I will now only bo... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Everything was taken care of, our original show choice ended before our arrival date but Hotel direct made it so easy to change shows, tickets and new confirmations we're sent within minutes. Will def... See more


Company details

  1. Tour Operator
  2. Hotel
  3. Theater Company
  4. Train Ticket Agency
  5. Travel Agency

Written by the company

The only hotel agent with a Google 5 star seller rating. Customer service really differentiates HotelDirect.co.uk. From an expert UK Customer Centre (0800 633 8000) to their Arrival Assurance™; a unique check of your reservation with the hotel 48 hours prior to your arrival. Hotel Direct is a hotel breaks specialist offering hotel packages that include discount rail tickets, coach travel and theatre breaks. It's cheaper when you package.

Hotel Direct Details

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Packages are cheaper!
Hotel Direct allows you to create you own hotel break by dynamically packaging your choice of hotel with rail travel and/ or theatre tickets or attraction tickets. It's 100% flexible - choose any hotel, travel from anywhere in the UK. If you're going to London, add any West End show. And the really great news is that when you create a package, the hotel and travel prices are cheaper than when booked separately. Saving you time and money.
Arrival Assurance™
Why would you book a hotel with a company that doesn't check your booking? Only Hotel Direct checks your reservation 48 hours prior to your arrival and sends you a reminder confirmation with the names of the people at the hotel and at Hotel Direct, who re-confirmed all your reservation details. This ensures there are no unwelcome surprises at check-in and you can travel with complete peace-of-mind.
UK-based customer service centre: 0800 633 8000
Our company is 100% based in the UK. Call our friendly UK service centre for the very best hotel prices and expert advice, Mon-Fri 9am to 5pm. Calls are free on 0800 633 8000.
Up to 75% off published hotel rates
All Hotel Direct rates are discounted with up to 75% off hotels' published prices. With rail inclusive breaks you'll save up to 50% off the price of your train tickets. And when you package anything with a hotel, travel or theatre or attraction tickets, we also provide special package discounts off the hotel price. Check-out our Hidden Gems™ for exclusive offers. Hotel Direct staff are awaiting your call. They get up in the morning to find you a fantastic hotel or package deal!
Best price guarantee
Hotel Direct tracks hotels' own prices and other agency prices to ensure their rates are always the lowest available. However, in the unlikely event that you find a lower rate after booking, call Hotel Direct and they'll refund the difference.
1000s of hotel reviews
Hotel Direct has one of the biggest resources of hotel reviews and theatre reviews on the world wide web. All are genuine reviews left by Hotel Direct guests and offer a fantastic way of comparing and assessing hotels and shows.
No Card fees. No Booking fees.
All prices displayed on Hotel Direct's website are per room and include VAT and if applicable, hotel service charges. Prices are the total price for all guests. There are no Card fees, Booking fees or other hidden extras to be added.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very smooth service

Booked though hotels direct after researching tickets and a hotel, I found the price offered by hotel direct was lower so thought I'd take the risk...and it payed off. Our hotel was 10mins walk from the theatre meaning we avoided needing a taxi. The hotel was lovely, I would never have found it myself (usually I stick to big chains when traveling with my young daughter), but it was great.

The day before travelling I recieved an email just confirming the hotel and theatre ticket info and I found that reassuring. I would definitely use hotel direct in the future.

April 16, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great location

Great location. Fantastic rooms , spotless, very modern , everything you need .
Best views from The sunroof terrace. Staff very friendly and accomadating. Perfect place to celebrate our 1st Wedding Anniversary. We will be back. Thank you x

April 3, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

What a pleasure...

This is the second time I've used HotelDirect. A diamond service that I cannot fault. From the beginning, everything was so easy and straight forward. I was kept up to date on all aspects. All tickets and info came to us as and when promised. The service took away any worries I had about visiting London. I would definitely use this company again and have recommended them to several friends.

March 26, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great value for money

The show we went to see was as brilliant. The hotel was clean and the room was spacious. Comfortable beds, very clean bathroom and decor was fresh. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The location was perfect. Great value for money. We are looking forward to returning soon.

March 27, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Tower Bridge /Borough Market location his hotel has everything you need for…

This hotel has everything you need for short stay to explore the financial side of London , Tower Bridge and Borough Market. Do your homework if you want to see landmarks such as Big Ben /Buckingham Palace. Taxi /Ubers can be expensive jump on Circle line on Underground get off at Tower Bridge and it's £3 and much quicker. Hotel is 2 mins away from underground. Hotel is big boy of a maze but the rooms are modest size and have everything you need for short stay. Staff are are lovely all very helpful and friendly.

March 28, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent Service

Always use Hotel Direct easy to use and find a specific hotel if that's what your looking for.
Never had any problems would certainly recommend.

March 26, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Using Hotel Direct

Not being a person who is savvy with computers, I found Hotel Direct very easy to use. I first chose the show I wanted to see. Then I chose the hotel and finally the train tickets. Everything is so simple, all I had to then was to print the paperwork and train tickets.

March 23, 2026
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