David McClelland

"Noisy and busy with all the cleanliness and exclusivity of an M6 motorway service station."

"Nice little gem of a lounge hidden away from the bustle of T2; good food selection and cute seating, but lack of windows and natural light might be a disappointment for some."

"Not the worst HI Express - hello Croydon - but certainly not the best. Rooms well sized, bar and corridors noisy through the night. Budget £12 per night for parking."

"Go upstairs to relax - stay downstairs for food."

"In the early days of the Docklands redevelopment - when One Canada Square stood proud and alone - this was the place to stay. Those memories are long faded, as is this hotel. Dated, budget but clean."

"Surprised by some of the hate here. Aspire Lounge is a tidy, quiet lounge with great view of the runway, a decent full English breakfast, a useful bar and plenty of space for an airport of this size."