K West Hotel & Spa sits on Richmond Way in Shepherd's Bush, west London, close to Westfield London shopping centre and Shepherd's Bush Underground and Overground stations. The location gives fast connections to central London via the Central line, while sitting further from the centre than most West End properties, which keeps rates comparatively lower.
The building was converted from BBC recording studios into a hotel in the early 2000s, and the industrial-scale spa facility reflects that scale of the original structure. Rooms range from Standard Rooms to K West Rooms and Suites, decorated in a contemporary style with dark wood and neutral tones.
Kanteen restaurant serves a British-European menu on site, and K Spa is the hotel's signature amenity: an indoor pool, hydrotherapy pool, sauna, steam room and six treatment rooms, alongside a well-equipped fitness centre. The spa has changed operating names over the years and the hotel itself now also trades under Hotel Indigo branding through IHG in some listings, though the K West name and spa identity remain in active use.
The Shepherd's Bush location suits travellers attending events at the nearby O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, visiting Westfield London, or seeking a spa-focused stay at a lower price point than central London's luxury hotels, with the trade-off of a slightly longer Underground journey into the West End.
| Price | £130–£300/night (~$165–$381) |
|---|---|
| Address | Richmond Way, London W14 0AX, United Kingdom |
Room types
- Standard Rooms
- Deluxe Rooms
- K West Rooms
- Suites
Amenities
- K Spa
- Indoor pool
- Fitness centre
- Kanteen restaurant
- Free Wi-Fi
Location
Richmond Way, London W14 0AX, United Kingdom
51.5044, -0.2225 View on map
Highlights
- K Spa's hydrotherapy pool, sauna, steam room and six treatment rooms
- Direct access to Westfield London, one of Europe's largest shopping centres
- Shepherd's Bush Underground and Overground stations within walking distance
- Rooms converted from former BBC recording studio space, giving above-average proportions
Tips for visiting
- Book K Spa treatments ahead of a Friday or Saturday visit, as weekend slots are the most requested
- The Central line from Shepherd's Bush reaches Oxford Circus in around 15 minutes
- Check current branding when booking, as the property appears under both K West and Hotel Indigo names on some platforms
Accessibility
The hotel offers lift access to guest floors and accessible rooms; K Spa has step-free access to the pool deck and treatment areas.