Z Hotel Covent Garden

A clean, streamlined budget option with a somewhat exclusive vibe, accessed via a ‘secret’ courtyard just behind Covent Garden Piazza.

The smart six-storey redbrick has complimentary WiFi throughout, and the ground floor reception area is home to a bright airy cafe for simple continental breakfast and light bites, plus a complimentary cheese and wine, served 5-8pm nightly.

Rooms are compact but smartly functional – all business blacks and greys – with in-room coffee and tea.  Two categories are windowless, which can feel a bit claustrophobic – it’s worth spending a small amount extra for some natural light.