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Luxury Apartments and Townhouses in Paddington
Apartments and townhouses between Little Venice and Hyde Park, fifteen minutes from Heathrow
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A railway terminus, a canal and a famous bear
Paddington is best known for its station, which Isambard Kingdom Brunel built under a great iron and glass roof in 1854, and for the small bear from darkest Peru who was found on one of its platforms. Walk five minutes from the concourse, though, and you reach something quieter: the Grand Union Canal, narrowboats moored at Little Venice and the white stucco terraces of Maida Vale and Bayswater.
Our Paddington collection runs to 50+ homes. Most are apartments in handsome Victorian terraces and modern canalside buildings, with a few townhouses and a house with a walled garden near Little Venice. The largest has 7 bedrooms.
It is one of the most practical places in London to stay, and a good deal more pleasant than its reputation suggests. Here is how to make the most of it.
Paddington at a glance
- Homes
- 50+ apartments and townhouses, sleeping up to 14 guests
- Guide prices
- Typically £2,900 to £5,700 a week, from around £2,400
- Neighbours
- Little Venice, Maida Vale, Bayswater and Hyde Park, with Notting Hill and Marylebone close by
- Highlights
- The canal at Little Venice, Paddington Basin, Hyde Park and the Alexander Fleming Laboratory Museum
- Getting there
- The Heathrow Express reaches Paddington in around 15 minutes; the Elizabeth line also runs to Heathrow
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House Tyburn Paddington: 6-Bedroom Luxury Townhouse for Families – Paddington6 bedrooms
House Gorse Lisson Paddington: Spacious 7-Bedroom Apartment with Hot Tub – Paddington7 bedrooms
House Brunel Paddington: Opulent 4-Bedroom Apartment with Air-Con & BBQ – Paddington4 bedrooms
House Lisson Paddington: Spacious 6-Bedroom Luxury House with Roof Terrace – Paddington6 bedroomsPaddington and its neighbours
Little Venice and Maida Vale for canalside calm, Bayswater for stucco squares near Hyde Park, and the streets around the station for quick trips to Heathrow and the West Country.
Narrowboats behind the station
Little Venice is where the Regent's Canal meets the Paddington arm of the Grand Union, a triangle of water lined with willows, houseboats and tall white villas. Robert Browning lived beside it, and the Puppet Theatre Barge has been staging shows on a converted Thames barge here for decades.
From the pool, narrowboat trips run east along the Regent's Canal through the Maida Hill tunnel and past London Zoo to Camden Lock, which is the most civilised way we know to cross north London. Closer to the station, Paddington Basin has cafés on the water and Thomas Heatherwick's Rolling Bridge, which curls itself up into an octagon.
Brunel, penicillin and marmalade
The station rewards a proper look. Brunel's three-span roof still covers the platforms, and a bronze of Paddington Bear sits on the concourse for children to admire. Michael Bond published the first Paddington book in 1958.
Round the corner on Praed Street, St Mary's Hospital is where Alexander Fleming noticed, in 1928, that a mould had killed the bacteria in one of his dishes. His small laboratory has been preserved as the Alexander Fleming Laboratory Museum, a modest room with a very large story.
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Hyde Park at the end of the road
Head south through Bayswater's stucco squares and you reach Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens within a short walk, with the Italian Gardens, the Serpentine and the Diana Memorial Playground all on the way to Kensington Palace. For families, this is Paddington's great advantage.
Notting Hill and the Saturday market on Portobello Road are a short ride west, and Marylebone High Street is easily reached to the east. The Elizabeth line, meanwhile, puts Bond Street, Tottenham Court Road and the City within a few minutes.
Lebanese suppers and a canal festival
Edgware Road, on Paddington's eastern edge, has long been London's best street for Lebanese and Middle Eastern cooking, with grills and juice bars open late. Little Venice and Paddington Basin have canalside pubs and cafés for something gentler.
London works in every season, but late spring is a fine time to come. Over the early May bank holiday weekend the Canalway Cavalcade fills Little Venice with decorated narrowboats, live music and an illuminated boat procession after dark. Summer brings long evenings in Hyde Park, and winter brings the lights of the West End. Our concierge can book tables, theatre tickets, canal trips and Heathrow transfers.
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House Helm Frazer Paddington: Luxury 4-Bedroom Apartment with Air-Con & Private Parking – Paddington London4 bedrooms · sleeps 7From £6,566 a week
House Helm Maida Vale Paddington: Spacious 3-Bedroom Luxury Apartment with Family-Friendly Features – Paddington3 bedrooms · sleeps 8From £5,887 a week
House Gorse Bishops Paddington: Luxury 6-Bedroom House with Stylish Interiors – Paddington6 bedrooms · sleeps 12From £5,677 a week
House Isambard Paddington: Luxury 3-Bedroom Apartment Perfect for Families – Paddington3 bedrooms · sleeps 8From £5,642 a week
House Gorse Susannah Paddington: Spacious 3-Bedroom Apartment for Families – Paddington3 bedrooms · sleeps 8From £5,607 a week
Manor Craven Paddington: Luxury 2-Bedroom Apartment with Loft Space – Paddington2 bedrooms · sleeps 4From £5,523 a week
House St. Mary’s Paddington: Chic 2-Bedroom Apartment with Balcony – Paddington2 bedrooms · sleeps 4From £5,012 a week
Villa Helm Hawley Paddington: Luxury 2-Bedroom Apartment with Balcony – Paddington London2 bedrooms · sleeps 5From £4,858 a weekWhy book your home in Paddington with Excellence Luxury Villas
The right house, not the nearest one
Paddington ranges from busy streets beside the station to canalside terraces in Little Venice, and we know which homes are quiet at night yet still a short walk from the Heathrow Express. With 50+ properties in Paddington, we can usually find the house that suits you rather than the one that happens to be free. Search by size, pool, location and price, or tell us what you have in mind and we will put together a shortlist.
Book direct
You book with us directly, with no booking fees. Questions about access, parking, pool heating or how far it really is to the nearest beach go to people who can find out the answer.
A concierge who knows the territory
Heathrow transfers, restaurant tables, theatre tickets, canal boat trips to Camden, nannies and private guides to London's museums. Our concierge team arranges all of it, leaving you free to decide which terrace to sit on.
A house for every kind of party
Couples, families with small children, three generations together or a crowd of friends celebrating a birthday: we match the house to the group, down to the number of bathrooms and whether the pool is fenced.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Paddington a good area to stay in London?
Yes, especially for families and anyone arriving through Heathrow. It is a short walk from Hyde Park, has Little Venice and the canal on its doorstep, and its transport links reach almost everywhere in London quickly. The quieter streets of Maida Vale and Bayswater are on either side.
How do I get from Heathrow to Paddington?
The Heathrow Express runs non-stop to Paddington in around 15 minutes. The Elizabeth line also links Heathrow and Paddington, taking a little longer. Our concierge can arrange a private car if you would rather not deal with luggage on a train.
Can you take a boat from Little Venice?
Yes. Narrowboat trips run from Little Venice along the Regent's Canal, past Regent's Park and London Zoo, to Camden Lock. It is a pleasant way to spend a morning, particularly with children.
Can you arrange a private chef at a home in Paddington?
Yes. Our concierge can arrange a private chef for a single dinner or your whole stay, along with cookery lessons, guided visits, transfers and restaurant reservations.
How much does a luxury propertie in Paddington cost?
Across our 50+ properties in Paddington, weekly rates typically range from £2,900 to £5,700, with the most affordable from around £2,400 a week and the largest estates well above. Prices depend on the size of the property, its location and the season, with July and August the most expensive. These are guide prices based on current listings; each property page shows its own rates for your dates.
When is the best time to visit Paddington?
Any time of year works for London, but May to September is best for Hyde Park and the canal. The Canalway Cavalcade at Little Venice takes place over the early May bank holiday weekend, and December is good for Christmas lights and theatre.
Are there homes in Paddington for large groups?
Yes. Our Paddington collection includes properties with up to 7 bedrooms. Tell us the size of your party and the occasion, and we will send a shortlist that suits it.
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