The Great Western Hotel
The Great Western Hotel has 3 meeting/event spaces for 40–280 delegates (theatre), largest: Great Western Suite (280).
- Up to 350 delegates
- 3 meeting spaces
1 photosPhotography pending verification1 photosCapacity overview
3 spaces · capacities by layout · floor area in m²
| Room | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception | m² |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great Western Suite | 280 | — | 40 | 150 | 60 | — | — | 180 |
| Brunel Suite | 120 | — | 30 | 80 | 35 | — | — | 120 |
| Windsor Room | 40 | — | 16 | 24 | 18 | — | — | 45 |
At a glance
The Great Western Hotel, now operating as Hilton London Paddington, is a magnificent Victorian railway hotel built in 1854 directly above Paddington Station. This historic venue combines original period features with modern conference facilities, offering 10 flexible meeting rooms accommodating 2-350 delegates. Located in the heart of London with direct rail links to Heathrow Airport and the West Country, the hotel provides an ideal setting for business events, conferences, and meetings. The venue features elegant spaces with high ceilings, natural daylight, and state-of-the-art audiovisual equipment, complemented by 419 guest rooms for residential conferences.
Best suited for
- Conferences
- Corporate Events
- Business Meetings
- Wedding Receptions
- Training Sessions
Why book with us?
- Independent venue sourcing
- Free to event organisers
- Access to negotiated rates
- Alternative venues included
- Human expert support
Know before you book
Provenance shown for every factMeeting spaces at this venue
Pricing & packages
Exact rates are confirmed on your proposal — our experts negotiate on your behalf.
Meeting room, equipment, lunch & refreshments.
Half day, full day and evening rates available on request.
Bespoke menus and exclusive-use packages for private events.
Food & catering
- Restaurant on site
- Bar on site
Dietary options catered for
Top facilities
- Free WiFi
- AV equipment included
- Natural daylight
- Air conditioning
- Disabled access
- On-site catering
- Licensed bar
- 24-hour reception
AV & production
Accessibility
Always confirm specific access requirements with our team — we check on your behalf.
- Wheelchair accessible
- Lift access
- Accessible toilets
Location & getting there
Praed Street, Paddington Station, London, W2 1HB, United Kingdom
Venue Intelligence™
Every rating below is computed from verified platform data — never marketing copy.
The Great Western Hotel is a verified hotel in London, hosting up to 350 guests. Its profile rates most strongly for Corporate, Historic, International. Verified on-site: wi-fi, av & production, food & catering, bedrooms. Best suited to corporate conferences and board meetings.
Best for: corporate conferences and board meetings, memorable events in a heritage setting, international delegations and residential events.
Sustainability credentials are not yet evidenced in the profile data.
Venue profile ratings
- Corporate★★★★★
- Luxury★★★★★
- Historic★★★★★
- Creative★★★★★
- Eco★★★★★
- Hybrid Ready★★★★★
- Networking★★★★★
- Training★★★★★
- International★★★★★
- Accessibility★★★★★
Verified on-site
- Wi-Fi✓ Verified
- AV & production✓ Verified
- Food & catering✓ Verified
- Bedrooms✓ Verified
- SustainabilityNot listed
- Accessibility✓ Verified
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- Oct 2025Venue verified and listed
Added to the InternationalVenues.com verified directory.
- Oct 2025Photography refreshed — 3 images
Latest venue imagery reviewed and published.
Frequently asked
How many meeting rooms does The Great Western Hotel have?
The Great Western Hotel has 3 meeting and event spaces in London, seating up to 280 delegates theatre-style in the largest room.
What is the capacity of The Great Western Hotel's largest event space?
The largest event space at The Great Western Hotel is Great Western Suite, with a maximum capacity of 280 guests.
What conference facilities does The Great Western Hotel offer?
The Great Western Hotel offers Free WiFi, AV equipment included, Natural daylight, Air conditioning, Projector, Screen, PA System across its 3 meeting and event spaces.
What is the maximum capacity?
Up to 350 guests for conferences, 250 for seated dining, 400 for standing reception
What AV equipment is available?
Full AV equipment including projectors, sound system, microphones and high-speed Wi-Fi throughout
Is catering available?
In-house catering team providing breakfast, lunch, dinner and refreshment packages
Is there parking available?
Limited on-site parking available, advance booking recommended. Public parking nearby.
About The Great Western Hotel
The Great Western Hotel, now operating as Hilton London Paddington, is a magnificent Victorian railway hotel built in 1854 directly above Paddington Station. This historic venue combines original period features with modern conference facilities, offering 10 flexible meeting rooms accommodating 2-350 delegates. Located in the heart of London with direct rail links to Heathrow Airport and the West Country, the hotel provides an ideal setting for business events, conferences, and meetings. The venue features elegant spaces with high ceilings, natural daylight, and state-of-the-art audiovisual equipment, complemented by 419 guest rooms for residential conferences.
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