Judging by the hordes of tourists which descend upon the city each year, London remains one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. Right within the city you will find a wide variety attractions to see and activities to do during your visit. Travel a bit further outside the city and you will find numerous other attractions as well. With the wide variety of things to do and see, a visitor could easily spend several weeks and do or see something different each day. If you are planning an extended visit to London, you will naturally be interested in cheap hotels in London.

While the term cheap hotels often has a negative connotation, finding cheap hotels in London does not mean that you must find a dive hotel. All too frequently, many tourists tend to believe that if they are seeking a cheap hotel they will need to sacrifice quality and perhaps even safety for price. Nothing could be further from the truth. The reality is that you can find inexpensive hotels ion London that are safe, enjoyable and clean.

There are numerous sites throughout London that are great for single travelers as well as those traveling with family. One factor you may wish to consider when searching for your hotel is the type of activities and sights which will interest you the most during your visit to London. For example, if you are interested in taking in some of the legendary shopping in London, it can be a great idea to book a cheap hotel so that you can save some money for your shopping spree. In many cases, staying in a less expensive hotel will also allow you to sample the many different restaurants offering a variety of cuisines from around the world.

The main inexpensive hotel districts in London can be found in Victoria, Kings Cross and Bayswater. Here you can find a twin room or ensuite double room in the range of $70-$100 US. While Kings Cross once had a bad reputation, today the city is once again on the upswing and has been rejuvenated. Numerous bed and breakfast hotels can be found throughout the area. Located no more than a mile from the West End, you will be close to the central Entertainment area of London and able to take advantage of public transport as well.

Bayswater is located on the northern border of Hyde Park and is within a mile of Kensington Palace as well as Paddington Station, which serves as a terminus for Heathrow Express. This is a great place to stay for budget conscious travelers.

Victoria is a large central area to Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace and Big Ben. The area here tends to be quite safe and pleasant.

There is no doubt about the fact that staying in a cheap London hotel will allow you to see more, do more and in the end, enjoy more.