The Zetter

I stayed at the Zetter recently (I normally stay at Sanderson). I thought it was fantastic. I got a great rate through Tablet Hotels, by the way! They offer great service for the price - the room is limited (no baths) but what they do provide is very good (the best shower in London). The staff were very helpful and great all round.

I am in London on a regular basis and have stayed in many sorts of hotels. Many are in my opinion overpriced and unattractive. My wife and I stayed at the Zetter for a weekend in July and it was a very pleasant surprise. We got a special rate of £110 for a double room. The hotel is in the buzzing (and now trendy) Clekenwell area which is on the rim of the financial district. There are many bars and restaurants in the area. (Try the top floor of nearby Smiths for an upmarket meal with view over the City). The West end is a ten minute taxi... more

Loved the room, very fun and modern though small, clean and comfortable, asked for a quiet room off the street, fourth floor looking over a small plaza, so quiet i kept my windows open all night and heard nothing. two blocks to a good tube station, only problem was it's not near anything, very dead at night; but only a quick, six pound cab ride from soho or two pounds on the tube.

I stayed at this hotel for one night on the 2nd of july 05. Booked it as a birthday suprise for my boyfriend the rooms are funky yet very comfortable. The lighting is especially nice and perfect for a romantic weekend away. The area is great just near old street where there are loads of clubs and resturants which are only a bus ride away. I would recommend this to any one, but particulary couples.

Stayed at the Zetter over a weekend. The hotel lobby is small but impressive on entry and check in was swift and our room was ready, even though we arrived a couple of hours before check in. The room was small but very nice. The bed and pillows were the best and it was a shame we were in London to see a gig in Hyde Park and sightseeing, otherwise could've been tempted to stay in bed the whole time. We got a free paper in the morning too. The bathroom was great, though the shower not as powerful as I would've liked. Great free... more

I was just at the Zetter on business. Stayed in a standard room on the 4th floor. I recommed a high floor as the noise from the bar can get loud. Thought the room was great, especially the free water as I have stayed at hotels that charge 10 dollars for the water in the room. I booked the spring pamper package at £165/ night. This includes a contintental breakfast, a 30 minute foot massage, a free movie and a free 1 day travelcard. Unfortunately the travelcard was issued for the day I checked in - and I checked in at 10pm - so it... more

Just returned from a weekend trip to London. Staying at the Zetter was fabulous. Stayed at rooftop studio room. View over London was magnificent. Room's contemporary decoration stunning, everything was clean and somehow hip. Lots of lovely details, for example a free Time Out magazine waiting for us. Service was really good everywhere. Hotel even managed to get us vip-tickets to Fabric club for friday night. Eating one night at the hotel restaurant was a good choise. Food was plain, modern and yet traditional italian style. Really... more

Stayed here in a standard double room for 4 nights which was very comfortable, although it would have been cramped for 2 people. I loved the room lighting and the music selection. The bed was very comfortable with luxury linen. The wardrobe was very small so not great for longer stays. The bathroom was modern with a large walk-in shower, but no bath. The toiletries are a bit limited-no body lotion- and there is no bathrobe. I asked for a quiet room and was given one overlooking St John's Square which was great. Free tea/coffee... more

I stayed at The Zetter recently with a small group of friends. We loved the rooms and the restaurant, which are stylish without being off-putting. It was great to be able to drink, eat and sleep in the same place. The food was lovely, and well priced for both dinner and breakfast. Staff were accomodating and personable. I believe they hope to introduce al-fresco dining on St John's Square, which will be lovely in the summer.

Being young and of limited means, we were reluctant to drop the cash for a high-end hotel. But we decided we don't get to London often enough to waste our time sleeping in a generic tourist hotel obtained through Priceline (our usual source for hotels). After reading about the Zetter in the NYTimes, it sounded like the right blend of boutiquey-ness and off-the-beaten-track neighborhood that we were looking for. And the price would stretch our budget but not blow it. So we reserved a St. John's Square Superior room at the weekend special... more