Croft Court Hotel 

My family stayed in a top-floor triple room at the Croft Court Hotel for the Shabbat of July 11-13. We booked it because we wanted to experience a Shabbat in (what we thought was) the heart of London's Jewish neighbourhood. The hotel is, really, more in the southern part. On foot, it's close to plenty of shuls, but not to as many restaurants or shop as some other accommodations. By bike, bus, or car, though, getting around to those shops or restaurants won't be a problem. The hotel is just a couple of bus stops from Golders Green Station, and another minute or two down the street, so getting there by public transit is quite convenient. HOWEVER, if you're planning on bringing larger, heavier bags/suitcases with you, try to call or email ahead to see about getting a room on the first of second floor, as there's no elevator. I'm capable of lifting our large suitcases up sets of stairs (and did), but I can't suggest it for everyone. The hotel has a nice, generally up-to-date look, especially in the lobby and dining area, and has a wonderful, spacious garden and lawn in the back for lounging or eating. We had our breakfast (self-supplied instead of ordered) out in the back on Shabbat morning and it was a great way to start the day. David, the hotel's main receptionist/manager was exceedingly friendly and conversational, and ensured that all our needs were handled during our stay. How one man is able to handle the long hours he does, I couldn't say, but he really makes the place feel particularly welcoming, and is always ready for a chat. Our room was modern, and more spacious than we expected, given what we had been told about accommodations in London, and following our experience (known ahead of time) at our first hotel. It was far more along the lines of what we are used to in terms of room size, and the washroom was also decently spacious (along with having a full-size bathtub. Our beds were wonderfully comfortable, the in-room A/C was a welcome change from the first hotel we stayed in, which had none. The in-room mini fridge was more than large enough for the food we brought along. If we were to ever come back to London, and stay in Golders Green for another Shabbat, I'd be more than happy to stay at the Croft Court again.