6 Woodside Park Road, North Finchley, London, United Kingdom | (888) 252-0567
Set in quintessentially English, Victorian terraced houses
Spacious and well-tended garden with terrace
Clean, fresh rooms with 32-inch flat-screen TVs
Breakfast is included and served overlooking the garden
Bar and lounge area with skylights and open fire
Free parking on-site
Free Wi-Fi throughout
Not conveniently located for access to central London
Some interiors on the old-fashioned side
No gym or spa
The Glenlyn Guest House is a smarter-than-most, family-run B&B in the pleasant, residential suburbs of North London. Rooms are simple, but clean and well-equipped for this sort of property, with large TVs and free Wi-Fi. Breakfast is also included, and free on-site parking is a bonus. Decor might be a little old-fashioned for some, and the hotel's location isn't great for exploring the city center, but it's a good-value option away from the hubbub of central London.
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Scene
Quintessentially English setting with Victorian architectural features
Set within Victorian terraced houses, the Glenlyn Guest House epitomizes British middle-class suburbia with decorative lace curtains, striped wallpaper, and plaid furnishings. Depending on your point of view, the atmosphere is quaint and charming, or a bit old-fashioned. Some areas, however, have been updated and offer a modern counterpoint to the mostly traditional, B&B vibe. This family-run hotel also extends to a spacious, well-tended garden with manicured lawns and a covered patio with seating for sunny spells. Clientele tends to be business travelers, families, and couples on romantic getaways.
Location
Set on residential street in North London suburbs
Situated on a residential street lined with Victorian and brick homes in Finchley, North London, this hotel is very much in the suburbs of the capital. Although the hotel is only a ten-minute walk from the nearest Northern Line Underground station, getting into the city center from there requires another 25-minute train journey. The hotel is well-situated, however, for getting to attractions such as Alexandra Palace, a 15-minute drive away, or Brent Cross shopping mall, about the same distance. It may also be a convenient location for those driving into the capital, but wanting to avoid having to park in central London.
Rooms
Clean, fresh rooms with 32-inch flat-screen TVs and traditional touches
Rooms are fresh and refined, with minimal decoration, fresh off-white paint, wooden floors and furniture, and period touches -- some have individual accents, like plaid pillows or deep blue headboards. All 27 rooms include 32-inch flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, tea and coffee facilities, and ensuite bathrooms with quality toiletries. There are also three one-bedroom apartments, with separate kitchens and lounges, located near the main building with their own private entrance and door entry systems.
Features
Full English breakfast overlooking pretty gardens
The Glenlyn Guest House serves a full English or continental breakfast (included in the price) each morning in the bright and airy conservatory overlooking the garden. Expansive skylights let in loads of natural light, illuminating dark wood and leather furnishings -- an elegant yet cheerful scene for breakfast. There is also a bar area where guests can order drinks to be enjoyed in the lounge area with leather couches and an open fire, or on the outdoor terrace during sunny weather. There are restaurants in the neighborhood serving lunch and dinner. Free Wi-Fi is also available throughout the hotel.
