Travelodge London Heathrow Central: the complete traveller's guide
A reliable, low-cost Travelodge on Bath Road in Cranford — king-size beds, an unlimited breakfast from 6am, and a genuinely quiet night despite the flight path. An honest, detailed rundown — rooms and SuperRooms, prices, breakfast, parking, the H7 Hoppa, accessibility, and the smartest way to book.
Hotel overview
Travelodge London Heathrow Central is a dependable, low-cost hotel on Bath Road in Cranford, about two miles (a 15-minute drive or short taxi) from Terminals 2 & 3. It delivers exactly what you'd expect from Travelodge — a clean, comfortable, no-frills room with a king-size bed at a budget price — plus a couple of nice touches: an on-site licensed bar and restaurant, an unlimited breakfast from 6am, and the newer, comfier SuperRoom option.
Its best feature, per guests, is how quiet it is — the rooms are well soundproofed, and many reviewers are pleasantly surprised to sleep soundly despite being right under the flight path (some even enjoy watching the low-flying planes from the window). There's paid on-site parking, free WiFi, and the H7 Hoppa runs to the central terminals from £4.50.
It suits budget flyers, families (some rooms have a fridge), and anyone wanting a reliable, cheap, quiet night near Heathrow. Set expectations to the price: it's basic by design, parking is limited and chargeable, and the small team multitasks reception and the restaurant, so breakfast and check-out can get busy. It's not terminal-connected.
| Official website | travelodge.co.uk |
|---|---|
| Address | Hertz House, 700 Bath Road, Cranford, Hounslow, TW5 9SW (satnav TW5 9SX) |
| Star rating | Budget (~3-star) |
| Signature | King-size beds; SuperRooms; unlimited breakfast from 6am; very quiet |
| Check-in / check-out | From 3:00 PM / by 12:00 noon |
| Distance to T2/3 | ~2 miles (~15-min drive; ~3.6 mi to T5) |
| Parking | APCOA on-site, ~£8/24hr (limited, first come first served) |
Star rating and what it means
Travelodge is a budget brand (broadly 3-star for this modern, purpose-built hotel). It focuses on a clean, comfortable room at a low price, with limited but useful facilities.
| Level | What it broadly means in the UK |
|---|---|
| ★★★★★ / ★★★★ | Luxury / upscale: full facilities & service |
| ★★★ Three-star / budget (this hotel) | Budget consistency: clean en-suite rooms, king beds, a bar/restaurant — value & a quiet night are the draw |
| ★★ Two-star | Ultra-budget: functional rooms, minimal extras |
| ★ One-star | Very basic accommodation |
Reviewers rate it well for value (~8/10), praising clean, spacious, spotless soundproofed rooms, comfy beds, powerful showers and friendly staff. You're paying for a reliable, quiet, cheap night near Heathrow — not facilities.
Brand, ownership & business profile
A Travelodge hotel — one of the UK's largest budget brands.
- Travelodge — a major UK budget chain known for simple, consistent, low-cost rooms, king-size beds, and (in newer hotels) the upgraded SuperRoom.
- Travelodge doesn't run a points-based loyalty scheme like the global chains — it competes on price and reliability. Book direct on travelodge.co.uk for the best rates.
Important disambiguation: this hotel shares its building (Hertz House, 700 Bath Road) with the ibis budget London Heathrow Central — same address, two different operators, both called "Heathrow Central." It's also not the Travelodge hotels at Heston M4 services (Eastbound/Westbound), nor the Travelodge in Hounslow town. Match the exact name and check your booking.
Business profile
| Category | Budget airport hotel (purpose-built, 2008) |
|---|---|
| Primary market | Budget flyers, families, layovers, price-first London trips |
| Brand | Travelodge (UK budget chain) |
| On-site | Licensed bar & café/restaurant · unlimited breakfast · paid parking |
| Signature | King-size beds; SuperRoom upgrade; quiet, soundproofed rooms |
Takeaway for travellers: a reliable, cheap, surprisingly quiet Travelodge near T2/3 with an unlimited early breakfast and comfy king beds — great value if you want a simple, restful night and don't need facilities.
Rooms, beds & prices
Clean, modern rooms in the current Travelodge design — a comfy king-size bed with four plump pillows and a cosy duvet, an en-suite with a powerful shower, a flat-screen TV and tea/coffee facilities. Some rooms have a fridge. The upgraded SuperRoom adds a choice of firm or soft hypoallergenic pillows, blackout curtains and mood lighting, and sits on a quieter separate floor. Rates are among the lowest at Heathrow; ranges below are indicative.
| Room type | Beds | Sleeps | Off-peak from | Peak from |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Double | King-size | 2 | ~£55 | ~£110 |
| Twin | Two beds | 2 | ~£60 | ~£115 |
| Family Room | King + extra bed(s) | 3–4 | ~£80 | ~£140 |
| SuperRoom | King + upgraded comforts | 2 | ~£75 | ~£130 |
Prices are per room, per night, room-only (breakfast & park-and-fly packages available). The king beds and soundproofing win consistent praise, and reviewers highlight how quiet and spacious the rooms are. If you want the best sleep, book a SuperRoom — the upgraded pillows, blackout curtains and quieter dedicated floor make a real difference before an early flight.
- Bed quality: comfy king-size beds with four pillows; well-regarded soundproofing.
- SuperRoom: firm/soft hypoallergenic pillows, blackout curtains, mood lighting, quieter floor.
- Family touch: some rooms include a fridge — a bonus with children.
What's in every room
| Category | Included in every room |
|---|---|
| Entertainment | Flat-screen TV |
| Connectivity | Free WiFi (stable per guests); desk/work area |
| Hot drinks | Tea & coffee making facilities |
| Sleep | King-size bed, four pillows, duvet; soundproofed room (SuperRoom adds blackout curtains & pillow choice) |
| Bathroom | En-suite with a powerful shower, hairdryer |
| Handy extra | Fridge in some rooms; non-smoking |
Simple, comfortable budget essentials done well — a comfy king bed, a powerful shower and effective soundproofing are exactly what you want before a flight. The SuperRoom upgrade is worth it for the pillow choice and blackout curtains if you're a light sleeper.
Dining & breakfast
There's an on-site licensed bar and café/restaurant serving an unlimited breakfast and evening meals, plus snacks and drinks. A real plus for early flights: the unlimited all-you-can-eat breakfast starts at 6am (served to 10am on weekdays, to noon at weekends).
| Venue / meal | What to expect | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Unlimited breakfast | All-you-can-eat English & continental; from 06:00 (to 10:00 wk / noon wknd) | ~£9–£11 pp |
| Restaurant (evening) | Tasty evening meals & classics | £8–£15 mains |
| Licensed bar | Well-stocked bar; drinks & snacks | £4–£9 / drink |
| Nearby Cranford | Local restaurants & takeaways a short walk away | Varies |
The unlimited breakfast from 6am is genuinely handy for early departures and well-rated for value. One honest note: the small team multitasks reception and the restaurant, so breakfast (and check-out around noon) can get busy — go a little earlier if you're in a hurry. There are also places to eat nearby in Cranford.
Facilities & services
| Parking | APCOA on-site parking, ~£8 per 24hr — limited, first come first served; long-stay via a partner (e.g. BCP); park-and-fly packages |
|---|---|
| Airport transfer | Hoppa H7 to Terminals 2 & 3 from £4.50 each way (daily from 04:30, then every 45 min to 22:30); taxis; pre-booked cars. No free hotel shuttle |
| Dining | Licensed bar & café/restaurant; unlimited breakfast; snacks & drinks |
| Connectivity | Free WiFi throughout; 24-hour front desk; luggage storage |
| Rail / tube | Near Hounslow West (Piccadilly line) and Hayes & Harlington station for London |
| Money / SIM | Local shops nearby; more in the terminals |
| Safety & security | 24-hour reception, luggage storage, lifts; photo ID + card at check-in |
| Pool / pets | No swimming pool; check the current pet policy with the hotel |
Accessibility & suitability for elderly guests
The hotel has accessible rooms and two lifts, with step-free public areas and parking on site — a workable budget choice, though it's not terminal-connected.
Accessible strengths:
- Accessible rooms available (some above ground floor, with two lifts nearby)
- Step-free public areas; on-site parking near the entrance
- 24-hour front desk and luggage storage
- On-site restaurant & bar (no need to go out to eat)
Worth confirming first:
- Contact the hotel to confirm accessible-room features and floor
- Parking is limited and first-come-first-served — arrive early or pre-arrange
- Not terminal-connected — a door-to-door car may be easier than the Hoppa
Suitability verdict for elderly & less-mobile guests: workable — accessible rooms, two lifts, on-site parking and dining help, and the quiet rooms aid rest. Confirm the accessible-room details with the hotel, and consider a door-to-door car for the airport leg.
Insider details
Same building as the ibis budget — book the right one
A genuine potential mix-up: this Travelodge and the ibis budget London Heathrow Central share the same building (Hertz House, 700 Bath Road) — same address, two different hotels and operators, both branded "Heathrow Central." Make sure your booking says "Travelodge" (or "ibis budget") for the one you actually want, and quote the right confirmation on arrival.
Surprisingly quiet — and the SuperRoom is quieter still
Despite sitting under the flight path, the rooms are well soundproofed and guests consistently sleep well (some even enjoy watching the planes from the window). For the quietest night, book a SuperRoom — they're on a separate, quieter floor and add blackout curtains and a choice of pillows. A good move before an early start.
Unlimited breakfast from 6am — but go early
A real perk for early flights: the unlimited breakfast opens at 6am. The catch is that the small team multitasks reception and the restaurant, so around breakfast and the noon check-out it can get busy — arrive a little earlier to beat the rush. Parking is also limited (first come, first served), so don't rely on turning up late for a space.
WiFi coverage & signal strength
Free WiFi runs throughout and is described by guests as stable. Signal-strength-by-area detail (which floors are strongest) isn't published — confirm with hotel, or share guest reviews and we'll add specifics.
General guidance for a modern budget hotel: WiFi is usually reliable for browsing and messaging in rooms, best near the lobby. For heavy work use, check speeds with reception on arrival.
Practical information
| Check-in | From 3:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Check-out | By 12:00 noon |
| ID at check-in | Photo ID + payment card required |
| Parking | APCOA ~£8/24hr, limited & first come first served; long-stay via partner |
| WiFi | Free throughout |
| Breakfast | Unlimited, from 06:00 (to 10:00 weekdays / noon weekends) |
| Pool / smoking | No pool; non-smoking hotel |
| Payment | Cards & cash; card required for incidentals |
Getting to the terminals
The hotel isn't terminal-connected, but the H7 Hoppa serves the central terminals and it's a short taxi or car ride to all.
| To… | Best way | Time | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Terminals 2 & 3 | Hoppa H7 (from 04:30, every 45 min), taxi or car | ~15 min | Hoppa from £4.50; taxi ~£12–15 |
| Terminal 5 | Taxi or car (Hoppa H7 covers T2/3 only) | ~15–25 min | Taxi ~£18–22 |
| Terminal 4 | Hoppa to a central terminal + free inter-terminal train; or taxi | ~20–30 min | Hoppa + free train; taxi ~£16–20 |
| Central London | Piccadilly line (Hounslow West) or rail (Hayes & Harlington) | ~40–55 min | Tube/rail fare |
The H7 Hoppa is cheap (from £4.50) but serves T2/3 only and runs every 45 minutes — check the timetable against your flight. For T5, T4 or an early departure, a taxi or pre-booked car is simpler. For a guaranteed door-to-door pickup with luggage or a family, a RushXO car covers every terminal 24/7.
Customer reviews
The hotel reviews well for a budget property (around 8/10), with the value, cleanliness, spacious quiet rooms, comfy king beds, powerful showers and friendly staff the main positives; busy breakfast/check-out and limited paid parking are the usual caveats.
| Theme | What guests say |
|---|---|
| Rooms & sleep | Clean, spacious, spotless; comfy king beds; very quiet despite the flight path |
| SuperRooms | Great value; quieter dedicated floor; extra comforts |
| Value & staff | Good value; friendly, accommodating staff (even late at night) |
| Breakfast | Unlimited, from 6am, well-rated — but can get busy |
| Common gripe | Staff multitask so breakfast/check-out gets busy; limited paid parking; basic |
Ratings are solid for the budget category (~8/10) — confirm current numbers on your preferred platform. Share specific reviews and I can add a scored breakdown like the Sofitel guide.
Pros & cons
Pros
- Reliable, low-cost Travelodge with comfy king-size beds
- Clean, spacious, well-soundproofed rooms — very quiet despite the flight path
- Unlimited all-you-can-eat breakfast from 6am — great for early flights
- SuperRoom upgrade (quieter floor, blackout curtains, pillow choice)
- On-site licensed bar & restaurant; some rooms have a fridge
- Cheap H7 Hoppa (from £4.50) to T2/3; 24-hour front desk
Cons
- Small team multitasks — breakfast & check-out can get busy
- Parking is limited, chargeable & first come first served
- No pool; basic facilities by design; not terminal-connected
- Hoppa H7 serves T2/3 only, every 45 min (taxi for T4/T5)
- Shares its building with the ibis budget — easy to confuse at booking
Travel tips
- Booking for price & a quiet night? Strong pick — just expect budget-basic facilities.
- Book a SuperRoom for the best sleep — quieter floor, blackout curtains, pillow choice.
- Use the 6am unlimited breakfast for early flights — but go early to beat the rush.
- Arrive in good time for parking — it's limited and first come, first served.
- Check it's the Travelodge, not the ibis budget in the same building.
- H7 Hoppa serves T2/3 only — plan a taxi/car for T4 or T5.
- Pre-book your onward car — for T4/T5, an early flight or a family with luggage, a fixed-fare door-to-door transfer is simplest.
Best way to book online
| Book via | Best for | Watch out for |
|---|---|---|
| Official site (travelodge.co.uk) | Best rates, saver/flexible options, SuperRoom upgrade | Add parking & breakfast; it's the Travelodge (not the ibis budget next door) |
| Park-and-fly specialists | Bundling room + long-stay parking (e.g. BCP) | Check which car park & transfer terms |
| Major OTAs | Comparing dates & deals | Confirm it's Heathrow Central (not the Heston M4 or Hounslow Travelodges) |
In short: book directly with Travelodge for the best rate and the SuperRoom upgrade, checking it's the Heathrow Central hotel (and the Travelodge, not the ibis budget sharing the building). Add parking and breakfast if you need them. Then book your airport transfer separately with RushXO for a fixed fare, meet & greet and flight tracking.
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FAQs
Is this the same as the ibis budget London Heathrow Central?
No — but they share the same building (Hertz House, 700 Bath Road), which causes confusion. They're two separate hotels with different operators, both called "Heathrow Central." Make sure your booking says Travelodge, and quote the right confirmation on arrival.
What time is breakfast?
The unlimited all-you-can-eat breakfast starts at 6am — handy for early flights — and is served until 10am on weekdays and noon at weekends. It can get busy, so go a little early if you're in a hurry.
What's a SuperRoom?
It's Travelodge's upgraded room: a choice of firm or soft hypoallergenic pillows, blackout curtains and mood lighting, on a separate, quieter floor. Worth it for a better night's sleep before an early start.
How much is parking?
APCOA operates the car park at around £8 per 24 hours, but spaces are limited and first come, first served — arrive in good time, or book long-stay parking through a partner if you're leaving the car while flying.
How do I get to the terminals?
The Hoppa H7 runs to Terminals 2 & 3 from £4.50 each way (from 04:30, every 45 minutes to 22:30). For Terminals 4 and 5 you'll want a taxi or pre-booked car, or route via a central terminal and the free inter-terminal train.
Is there a swimming pool?
No — there's no swimming pool. It's a budget hotel; the value is a clean, quiet, comfortable room and the unlimited breakfast.