Holidaymakers and business travellers looking to get the best out of central London will find the Hotel Balkan to be in a nearly ideal location, situated as it is in the Shepherd's Bush area to the west of London. The district is particularly convenient for those travelling by car, as the A4, M4, A40 and M40 are all easily accessible and run across London; nonetheless, if you do not have the benefit of a car then there are five Underground stations within walking distance, providing access to the Central, Circle, District, Hammersmith and City and London Overground lines. The Shepherd's Bush area itself is home to several notable London sights including BBC Television Centre, the Shepherd's Bush Empire music venue and QPR football club. Europe's biggest shopping centre, Westfield, is a mere 5 minute walk away, and the main nightlife and entertainment of the West End can be reached in a matter of minutes via Tube.
As a modest 2 star hotel, there is not an overwhelming range of additional facilities available at the Balkan; nevertheless, the 24 hour front desk is on hand around the clock to help you organise your stay, with tour information and booking, taxi service and faxing and photocopying all on offer from the front desk.
There are 33 ensuite rooms at the Hotel Balkan, all of which share a cosy and homely style that ensures a comfortable stay. Whilst the guest rooms may not be the place to go for experiencing cutting-edge design, the warm colour scheme and simple decoration makes for an inviting retreat at the close of the day and there are a number of in-room facilities to heighten your stay, including a fridge, tea and coffee maker, satellite television, free WiFi and hairdryer. Single, double, twin, triple and family occupancy rates are available.
A continental breakfast is provided each morning between 7.30am and 9.00am. The West End has a multitude of alternative dining options to keep hungry tourists satisfied on any budget.
