Located in the southwest of London, Wimbledon is a district synonymous with the world famous tennis championships of the same name. But beyond strawberries with cream, the district is a thriving area with a cosmopolitan population, busy shopping scene and many corporate head offices, including those of Zipcar, CIPD and Lidl. As a popular destination with corporate travellers, we have a wide range of serviced apartments in Wimbledon to accommodate you on your next trip to the capital. With studio and one bedroom apartments suitable for solo travellers to three and four bedroom apartments suitable for a group of colleagues, we have apartments suitable for any duration, whether short or long term stay. We are certain that your business trip to the area is best spent in one of our excellent Wimbledon corporate serviced apartments.
Tips for Staying in Wimbledon
Far from simply the host of the Wimbledon tennis championship, Wimbledon has plenty offer tourists and business travellers alike. With a range of attractions and venues, the district has become a popular and affluent suburb with many small businesses and excellent links to the wider city. Ready to book a serviced apartment in Wimbledon for your business trip? Read our top tips to make the most of your stay.
Transport in Wimbledon
Wimbledon is well served by a host of rail, tube and bus services. Wimbledon station, Raynes Park railway station and two Wimbledon tube stations make transport from almost any part of the district easy. Go-Ahead London also runs multiple bus routes throughout the district and beyond.
Shopping in Wimbledon
Since the formation of the Love Wimbledon initiative, the district has established itself as a shopping destination in its own right. You need not travel far from your Wimbledon serviced apartment to satisfy all your shopping desires – the famous Elys of Wimbledon contains hundreds of brands and products meaning it could be your one stop shop for a day of shopping. Although you’re more than likely to want to explore the impressive and aptly named Centre Court Shopping Centre which contains many leading stores as well as cafes and events.
Things to do in Wimbledon
If you find yourself in Wimbledon out of season and still want to indulge your tennis fascination, take a tour of the Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Museum, which includes such relics as a sixteenth century tennis rule book, trophies and even gear worn by the world’s most famous players. Explore like a Womble and visit the 1,100 acre Wimbledon Common – the largest tract of heathland in London. Whether you enjoy simply walking, cycling, jogging or merely want to enjoy a spot of fresh air, look no further than this idyllic spot – a perfect place to explore before heading back to your Wimbledon corporate apartment.
Facts about Wimbledon
Wimbledon is home to the UK’s first Thai temple – the Buddhapadipa temple – where many people practice Buddhist meditation. Wimbledon was once better known for croquet. It was only in 1877 that tennis became the dominant sport. Wimbledon tennis court has its own hawk – Rufus – who keeps pigeons away during matches.
What is a Serviced Apartment?
Utilising the very best aspects of hotel services and private rental properties combined, serviced apartments in Wimbledon present guests with the ideal accommodation for a business trip. With spacious living areas, fully furnished rooms and a fitted kitchen, Wimbledon serviced apartments really do function as a home from home. With the ability to work, live and eat completely on your own schedule, you needn’t be constrained by cramped hotel suites or restaurant service times. Instead you can live completely flexibly on your own terms. Furthermore, serviced apartments benefit from a lower nightly rate than hotel equivalents, and the nightly rate also decreases over time for long stay bookings.
Why choose a Serviced Apartment in Wimbledon with SilverDoor?
Choosing SilverDoor to source, book and arrange your stay in a Wimbledon serviced apartment guarantees you the very best service in the industry. Our 4.9/5 rating on Trustpilot is testament to our 20 years’ of expertise and service in the corporate accommodation sector. We understand every aspect of corporate travel – and ensuring our clients get the very best experience during their stay is of paramount importance to us. With strong relationships with the world’s leading property partners, we are able to source accommodation specific to our client’s requests, and even negotiate rates and special arrangements with ease and efficiency. Whether booking a corporate apartment in Wimbledon or anywhere else in the world, choose SilverDoor Apartments for an impartial, devoted and quality service every time.
