On Aug 31, 8:56 pm, Russ wrote:
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1. How easy/costly is it to get from Heathrow airport area to the
touristy things like Buckingham Palace, Trafalgar Square, Big Ben,
Aquarium?

From the airport itself there are various reasonable options, but your
hotel is outside the perimiter, so you'd have a hard time using any of
them.

What's the best mode of transportation for the least expense?

From Heathrow, the Piccadilly Line. Buy an Oyster Card (£2/journey) or
a day Travelcard (£6.70 per day after 9.30am).

From the hotel, a quick bus ride to Hayes & Harlington station, where
there are 3 or 4 trains an hour to Paddington, and then can catch the
tube to wherever. A Travelcard will cover both legs, but Oyster isn't
valid on those trains. You're looking at 70-90 minutes door-to-door to
reach most places in Central London this way.

2. Is there anywhere better to stay for ~ 125 GBP that might be a more
convenient location and comparable to the Sheraton Skyline?

Definitely. Heathrow is a long trek from central London by public
transport (and by road). Just about anywhere would be better.

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