Hotels for José González

A songwriter's evening built around a hushed voice and a nylon-string guitar, with little else in the way. Expect a seated, attentive crowd rather than a standing rush, and a set that leans on space and quiet repetition more than volume. This kind of show rewards close listening — conversations tend to drop away within the first couple of songs. Thursday evenings suit the mood well, giving the week's noise time to settle before the room goes still.

A beautifully preserved art-deco theatre in Hammersmith, the Eventim Apollo is one of London's best-loved mid-size music venues, hosting touring bands, comedy and one-off gigs. The surrounding west London district blends riverside pubs along the Thames with the bustle of the Broadway's shops and cafés.

Hammersmith station, served by the District, Piccadilly and other lines, sits almost opposite the entrance. Booking a room nearby means you can spill out after the show straight into the neighbourhood's late bars and easy transport.