Mercure London Earl’s Court – Hotel Review

By Sophie Goodall, January 2025

When you think of West London, most automatically think of wide green spaces, leafy streets and an affluent, upmarket vibe. Of Richmond, Kew, Knightsbridge, Chelsea and Fulham. Of vibrant high streets, good pubs, trendy boutiques and independent restaurants.

And one such hotspot situated in the north east of the area is Earl’s Court, which offers the best of both worlds – a friendly neighbourhood atmosphere, while being located just minutes away from central London.

Not just for sightseeing, it’s also a convenient location for those travelling from Yorkshire, with rail journeys from Doncaster to London King’s Cross taking around 1 hour 40 minutes. For those arriving at King’s Cross, getting the Underground is the most straightforward way to travel, with tubes on the Piccadilly Line running from neighbouring St Pancras to Earl’s Court Underground stations in around half an hour.

“Renovation”

With that in mind, I chose to book the Mercure London Earls Court hotel, located in the quiet suburb of West Brompton, for a weekend of shopping and exploring the local area. Top of my list was a visit to Kew Gardens and the Sipsmith Gin Distillery in nearby Chiswick, where I was drawn to sample their Hot Mulled Sloe Gin cocktail – the perfect winter warmer.

After disembarking the tube at Earls Court underground station, I had the choice of taking a short walk to the hotel, or catching the District Line tube to West Brompton station – a mere 30 second ride.

Having opted for the latter, I braced myself for the chill as I exited the station. It was a cold, grey day, the breeze releasing the last wave of orange and brown leaves from the trees. As I turned out onto Lillie Road, I could see the hotel directly ahead of me, just a few minutes walk away with my pull-along case. I passed bustling bars and shops until I reached the stark, concrete hotel building. Expecting the same inside, I was pleasantly surprised upon entry to find the hotel had recently gone through a period of renovation. The freshly revamped lobby was decorated in warming tones of apricot, cream and orange, with soft lighting, and plenty of plush seating zones, a check-in desk, and a cute grab-and-go breakfast cafe.

“Warm colours”

Having merged with Ibis for this particular hotel, Mercure offer the option to book either Ibis or their own range bedrooms, situated on different floors. However the shared areas have been decked out in Mercure standard style, meaning those opting to pay for a lower room rate can enjoy Mercure quality outside of the bedroom.

After a simple check in, I find the Mercure room I’m staying in is a calm and quiet oasis, with views across West London. Decorated in soothing, warm colours, such as muted clay, terracotta and grey, there are bronze accents and lush fabrics, giving a luxe feel while being simple and uncluttered.

That being said, there’s everything you could possibly need – a large bed and dressing table area with plenty of hanging space in the wardrobe. The bathroom, with marble accents, has a walk-in shower, toiletries, a large mirror and a handy shelf. Fully kitted out with all the amenities, there’s tea and coffee making facilities available, including a sleek Nespresso machine, and a mini fridge stocked with soft drinks, canned water, and premium beers and wine.

“Plentiful”

Despite the being located in a semi-busy area of London, the rooms feel completely soundproof from any outside noise, and there are plenty of little extras to aid sleep and relaxation. I come across a pillow menu, and there’s a sleep kit comprising lavender and geranium sleep spray, eye mask and earplugs placed thoughtfully next to the bed. After venturing out in the evening, I return to discover that the hotel offers a turndown service, with a soft white robe and pair of slippers placed on the bed, alongside a complimentary chocolate.

The next morning, the breakfast is plentiful, and I stack my plate with has browns, a bacon baguette, fresh fruit and yoghurt and protein pancakes, washed down with a hot coffee and juice. Well-rested, and with a full-stomach, I’m ready to explore the gems that the capital, especially West London, have to offer.

Classic Double Rooms at Mercure London Earls Court Hotel start at £149 per night (room only). all.accor.com
Classic Double Rooms at ibis London Earls Court Hotel start at £109 per night (room only). all.accor.com