Hyatt House London Stratford - Aparthotel unsponsored review

I recently spent a night at the Hyatt House in Stratford, East London. Here’s everything you need to know about Hyatt House London Stratford and my honest, unsponsored review.

About Hyatt House London Stratford

Hyatt House London Stratford is a modern, extended-stay hotel and aparthotel complex located in the Stratford area of East London, by the Westfield shopping centre and very close to Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park as well as the London Stadium.

Key Features & Amenities:

Room Types

The hotel features a mix of studio suites and one- or two-bedroom suites, which are ideal for guests seeking flexibility and space for longer stays. Many of the rooms come with kitchenettes, allowing for self-catering.

Facilities & Services

Kitchenette: Many rooms have fully equipped kitchenettes with a refrigerator, stovetop, microwave and utensils, making it ideal for guests who prefer cooking their meals.

Free Wi-Fi: High-speed internet is available in rooms and public spaces.

Fitness centre: A 24-hour gym is available for guests.

Breakfast: Breakfast is included in your room fee. It is open from 6:30 on weekdays and 7:00 on weekends, featuring a variety of hot and cold options, from baked goods to granola, bircher and full English breakfast. There’s also a handful of vegan options, such as vegan croissants, plant milk and tofu.

Guest Lounge & bar: A communal space where guests can relax or socialize, with drinks and snacks available.

Business facilities: You can book meeting rooms and spaces for events or small gatherings.

How much does it cost?

I booked a King Studio for one night, which cost me £175.20 with breakfast factored in the price.

Honest review of Hyatt House London Stratford Aparthotel

I paid for this accommodation myself and this review isn’t sponsored in any way. Here’s my honest experience in regards to my studio, visit to the gym and breakfast.

The studio

I arrived earlier than standard check in time and was offered the first studio that had been cleaned and was ready, which was an accessible one.

Whilst I appreciated being able to check in early, I think they should have told me that the shower would basically be a drain on the floor and curtains. Which is great for someone in a wheelchair but I would have preferred a more comfortable setting.

The rest of the studio was great, really comfy bed, a handy kitchenette and enough storage. Plus, I had a lovely city view of Westfield but couldn’t hear any outside noise. The wifi was really speedy in the room which is always appreciated.

The fitness centre

Being an early bird, I love when the hotel gym is open 24/7. I went there at 5am and was the only one for most of my session. The gym is mostly equipped with cardio machines. There’s a bunch of treadmills, a rower, some ellipticals and a couple spin bikes.

If you want to lift weights, your options are limited to dumbbells and 2 resistance training machines. There are 2 benches and a few mats.

Whilst I was able to get a good workout in, I think the cardio/weight ratio in the equipment isn’t the best and could be improved by adding a versatile cable machine and maybe a leg press or some kettlebells.

The breakfast

Breakfast opening at 6:30 is very accommodating for guests who in the vast majority are there for business and need to stick to their early morning schedule.

I had to catch a 7:30am train to the airport so I was also glad to be able to have breakfast before leaving.

I was pleasantly surprised with the variety of options for every diet and preference. I treated myself to some mini pastries, along with a bircher pot, orange juice and coffee.

My only “ick” is that I saw one employee grab a mini bread roll with her bare hands, put it back then grab one again, I couldn’t see if it was the same one or a different one.

She then nonchalantly headed back to the staff area. That was gross and I hope she wasn’t the one in charge of putting the bread and baked goods out for the guests.

Would I come back?

I really enjoyed the comfort of the studio, the prime location and the facilities. And just as I was about to leave after a great breakfast, I witnessed what the employee did.

I had no doubt before that I’d want to book another stay, and whilst I believe it was an isolated incident, it now makes me reconsider staying at the Hyatt House London Stratford again.