University residences also rent rooms to tourists, especially during the holidays. You might try to contact a few of these residences which are all located in the Bloomsbury area. Connaught Hall is a bit less comfotable than Hughes Parry Hall, though. And finally, here is a list of hotels we composed with some suggestions you can try out. The hotel is situated on a park 2 blocks from Paddington Station.
All rooms have direct dial phones, colour TV, hot and cold water - some in suite rooms.
Prices range from about 15 - 20 pounds per person for a family room or around 50 pounds a night for the more expensive rooms. All prices quoted will include VAT and full English breakfast. There is also the Palace Court Hotel . It is a private hostel near Notting Hill. There are double rooms for 12 pounds and breakfast is included.