The William IV

This was a gem of a place. The staff are very friendly and the service is top notch. The food is amazing and the rooms comfy. Very near a tube station so location isn’t an issue. The breakfast is the best I have tasted. Very impressive and I would defo come back.

The worst place I have stayed in within the UK. The room was dimly lit and I almost tripped upon entering. The mattress is way past its end of life date and provided little support. The staff had to stand on it to replace the light bulb and it was like jumping on a trampoline. Housekeeping is very sloppy - there were pieces of flaked off skin on the bed and bedsheet was not tucked in properly on Day 2 after 'cleaning'. There was an unpleasant odour in the room. The bathroom sink is too narrow and water splashes everywhere when you turn on the tap. Management did not bother to fix the wobbly toilet paper holder and the toilet roll kept threatening to fall off. When I complained to the staff, I was told I was free to move out. It is a stupid response considering I had already paid in full. Good luck to you if you are on the top floor - many flights of stairs to climb.

The room I had (number 8 ) at William IV's Guest House was perfect with generous floorspace, big comfy bed and a great shower room. I also ate in the pub and really enjoyed their chicken dish of the day. The staff were helpful and friendly even though I arrived close to closing time. I liked it so much, I stayed a second night. I was very sad not to be able to have breakfast on my last morning as I had to leave very early. I wanted a repeat of the granola with yogurt and fruit compote. Yummy!

This is the second time I have stayed here at this hotel and I am again very pleased with my stay, the breakfast on my first day was delicious,cooked to order. My room was good, nice hot shower and comfortable bed. I did not have the opportunity to eat in the pub, however it did look inviting. The guesthouse is also very convenient for Kensal Rise, and all its amenities. Will be back.