Hotel Metro (London, Canada)

This is a modern, open concept boutique hotel with interesting features throughout. The decor is chic and stylish while spacious areas are emphasised by the design. Close to the train station, the Thames River path, Budweiser Gardens (just a few strides from the doorstep), and the Covent Market is across the road. Plenty of cafes, nightclubs, shopping and entertainment venues are within walking distance. Venture downstairs for complimentary bottled water and hot drinks anytime (although there are no vending machines for snacks or candy).

Warm welcomes will greet you and friendly, efficient staff will ensure the comforts you expect throughout your stay. They'll remember your name the first time and you can rely upon them to know the area and what's on the menus and entertainment schedules.

Enjoy such features as free Wi-Fi, soaker rubs, bar refrigerators, LCD televisions, Keurig coffee, luxurious bathrobes and Aveda toiletries in the lovely, spacious rooms.

There is no parking on-site, but you can park for a fee across the street at an underground park by Covent Market.

Although no daily breakfast is offered on-site, there are numerous breakfast cafes and brunch buffets nearby. Some will adjust their dishes for special dietary issues, and might even deliver to your room for a fee.

Some expressed concern over their courtyard-facing windows facing others' windows, therefore leaving them to feel as if they couldn't open the blinds for fear of being seen. This, in turn, made them endure a stay without any sunlight to enjoy in their rooms. Others explained that the open concept of the room meant doors were missing where they might be present elsewhere, such as the bath area or shower.