Premier Inn London Croydon South A212 Hotel Croydon
Let’s be brutally honest—this hotel is in Croydon. Croydon! The town that Brits love to mock for its concrete jungle and its oddly aggressive seagulls. But here’s the thing: if you’re heading to Gatwick Airport, or you need to visit someone in South London without paying central prices, this place is your secret weapon.
It sits right on the A212, which sounds glamorous until you realise it’s a main road lined with tyre shops and charity stores. (Side comment: yes, you can hear the traffic if you’re on the front side, so ask for a back-facing room.) Don’t expect a country view; expect a car park and a dual carriageway. But frankly, at 2 a.m., you’ll only care that the car park is free.