Paddington Central is an urban oasis in the heart of London, on the edge of the Regents Canal, with plenty of restaurants, cafes and bars, both on land on the water – and Little Venice, with its grand Italianate villas. And just next door is Pergola Paddington, hidden gardens with bookable daybeds, seasonal food and cocktails and DJs at the weekend.With Paddington station next door, nowhere is far. You can get to King’s Cross in 12 minutes. Waterloo in 14 minutes. Or Heathrow in fifteen minutes