The Best Luxury Hotels
near The View from The Shard

Elegant. Unique. Great views. Popular among couples. Occupying levels 34-52, the Shangri-La Hotel The Shard, London offers 5-star luxury and breathtaking views of the capital and beyond. It features an exquisite restaurant and serves cocktails until late at the highest bar in London. Each uniquely designed guest room has floor-to-ceiling windows providing spectacular views of the city, and maintains the theme of Oriental elegance found throughout the hotel. Featuring the body-contouring-technology ‘Shangri-La Bed’, rooms include a TV, coffee machine, complimentary WiFi and a set of binoculars. The en suite, marble-clad bathrooms have underfloor heating, separate bath tubs and a glass-enclosed shower. They include plush bathrobes and Acqua di Parma toiletries. All rooms feature climate control to complement the building’s integrated sun shielding. The hotel features 3 dining and drinking venues, including TING, the signature restaurant and lounge on level 35, while Bar 31 is a friendly neighborhood bar. GŎNG, set on level 52, provides the setting for London's highest champagne and cocktail bar. Shangri-La Hotel The Shard is located on St Thomas Street, less than 1 minutes' walk from London Bridge Train and Tube Station. The Tower of London and Tower Bridge can be reached in 20 minutes by foot. You can enjoy a stroll along the River Thames' South Bank to The London Eye, Big Ben and Westminster, approximately 1.5 miles away. Show full description

Great location. Opposite London Bridge Station in stylish Southwark, London Bridge Hotel features free WiFi and a Private Fitness Room, allowing guests to burn off some energy in the gym. Every room at the London Bridge Hotel is equipped with state-of-the-art amenities and luxury decor. Features include a flat-screen satellite TV and a luxury private bathroom with White Company toiletries. Guests can take a 15-minute stroll along the Thames’s South Bank to reach London's attractions, including the Tate Modern and Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre. The contemporary Londinium restaurant serves a modern British cuisine. A varied menu and a selection of cocktails are served in the chic and informal Quarter Bar and Lounge. Guests are just a minutes’ walk from London Bridge Tube Station, giving excellent access to the rest of London. Show full description

Good breakfast. Great location. In the heart of London, Hilton London Tower Bridge has a striking modern exterior and is located just a 5-minute walk from Tower Bridge and opposite The Shard. There is free WiFi in public areas of the building, as well as the Executive Lounge. There are 2 public car parks within a 4-minute stroll from the property. London Bridge Train Station is a 3-minute walk away, and offers access to London’s attractions via the Northern and Jubilee Lines. Canary Wharf, the O2 Arena, and Westminster are all easily accessible. The hotel offers stylish rooms, each with a plasma-screen TV and en suite facilities. Executive rooms include use of the 9th floor Executive Lounge, with a terrace overlooking The Shard and Southbank River. The Executive Lounge serves a complimentary full English breakfast, coffee and tea, evening canapés, and alcoholic and soft beverages. You can also relax in the stylish destination bar, TwoRuba. King's Cross St Pancras Station can be reached in 15 minutes on the Northern Line. Shakespeare’s Globe is within a 10-minute walk. Show full description

Delightful property. Historic. Cosy rooms. Popular among couples. Featuring free high-speed WiFi, complimentary minibar and free Handy Phones with calls to 20 international destinations, The LaLit London offers accommodation just a 5-minute walk from Tower Bridge. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. Rooms include a flat-screen TV, coffee machine and private bathroom. Some units feature a seating area for your convenience. For your comfort, you will find bathrobes and slippers. There is a 24-hour front desk at the property. The hotel also offers car hire. Borough Market i a 13-minute walk away, whilst the Tower of London is 500 metres from the property. The nearest airport is London City Airport, 9 km from The LaLit London. Show full description

Apartment hotel. With a 24-hour front desk and free Wi-Fi, the 4-star Marlin Empire Square offers stylish accommodation near London Bridge. Borough Market and The Shard are within a 10-minute walk, while The London Eye is just over a mile away. A contemporary bathroom complete with luxury L’Occitane toiletries is also included. An on-site supermarket and secure on-site parking are also available. The bright and spacious apartments have open-plan living areas with comfortable sofas and many feature floor-to-ceiling windows with views of London. All apartments have separate bedrooms and a work desk. Each apartment at Empire Square has a fully equipped kitchen with an oven, hob and cooking utensils. A flat-screen TV, sofa and table & chairs are also provided. With some apartments featuring impressive views across central London, the apartments are a 15-minute walk from Tate Modern and Shakespeare’s Globe. Borough Underground Station is just a 3-minute walk away. Show full description

Apartment hotel. Historic. Great views. Located next to the Tower of London, and overlooking the River Thames, Cheval Three Quays offers modern apartments with free Wi-Fi, and an on-site fitness centre. The City of London financial centre is a mere 10-minute stroll away. Each of the spacious apartments at Cheval Three Quays is designed with clever lightning, shiny surfaces, clean lines and geometric shapes. All feature an open-plan kitchen & living room, a flat-screen TV and an iPod dock. A coffee machine, dishwasher and microwave are also provided. Some of the apartments boast unrivaled views of Tower Bridge and City Hall. A dedicated team of concierge, housekeeping and maintenance ensure every need is catered for. Facilities include a state-of-the art fitness room. Tower Hill Underground Station is just a 5-minute walk away and Central London can be reached in just under 20 minutes via Tube. The vibrant area of Brick Lane is only a mile from the apartments and features a market and a variety of live music venues. Thames Clipper at Tower Pier provide transport along the river from Greenwich and the O2 Arena to Putney and Chelsea Harbour. Show full description

Historic property. Beautiful. Comfortable beds. Popular among couples. Located in a Grade II-listed building dating back to 1906, The Dixon, Tower Bridge, Autograph Collection is 300 metres from Tower Bridge in London. Each guest at the 4-star property can experience Google Chromecast and has access to the 24-hour fitness centre. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage for guests. All air-conditioned en suite guest rooms boast 49-inch Samsung Smart TVs, a laptop safe, a minibar and free WiFi. An a la carte or buffet breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. At The Dixon, Tower Bridge, Autograph you will find a restaurant serving European cuisine and 24-hour room service is offered. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Tower of London, Borough Market and Tate Modern. London City Airport is 9 km away. Show full description

Great breakfast. Popular among women. Centrally-located in London, Novotel London Bridge has a rooftop leisure suite with a gym, sauna and steam room. Guests are 5 minutes’ walk from Shakespeare's Globe Theatre and the Tate Modern. The stylish bedrooms at the Novotel London Bridge each feature a satellite LCD TV, air cooling, sound proofing and a luxury private bathroom. London Bridge Station is 700 metres away, for easy Tube access to the West End. The London Eye and St. Paul's Cathedral are a 5-minute taxi ride or a short Tube journey away. Show full description

Luxury Hotel. Highly elegant. Unique. Offering 2 restaurants and spa, Four Seasons Hotel London at Ten Trinity Square is situated 200 metres from Tower of London. All of the elegant rooms offer 24-hour in-room dining, city views and are fitted with a private marble bathroom. The luxury spa includes 8 treatment rooms and a sauna. The rooms include flat-screen TV and an iPad to access many hotel leisure and business services. There is also a fully equipped fitness centre. Four Seasons Hotel London Ten Trinity Square's dining options include a gourmet French restaurant with a 3 Michelin-star chef. There is also vibrant bar and lounge for guests to enjoy. The hotel has excellent transport connections: it is only 2 minute walk to Tower Hill London Underground Station and also 3 minutes to Fenchurch Street Station. Tower Bridge is 500 metres from Four Seasons Hotel London at Ten Trinity Square, while St Pauls Cathedral is a 20 minute walk away. London City Airport is 10.2 km from the hotel. Show full description

Apartment hotel. Great location. Cosy rooms. Providing a fitness centre, Native Bankside is set in London, not far from Borough Market and London Bridge. Complimentary WiFi is provided. All apartments come with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, washing machine and kettle. Sky Garden and Tower of London are 1.8 km from the property. The nearest airport is London City Airport, 12 km from the property. Show full description

Relaxing atmosphere. Charming. Superb interior design. Popular among women. Bermonds Locke offers accommodation within 3.9 km of the centre of London, with free WiFi, and a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge and a stovetop. This 4-star aparthotel offers a 24-hour front desk and a lift. The aparthotel has a sun terrace and a fitness room. The aparthotel will provide guests with air-conditioned units with a desk, a kettle, a microwave, a toaster, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. At the aparthotel, the units have bed linen and towels. There is a coffee shop and lounge. Popular points of interest near the aparthotel include Tower Bridge, Tower of London and London Bridge Underground Station. The nearest airport is London City Airport, 11 km from Bermonds Locke. Show full description

Superb breakfast. Great value. Popular among women. These bright and stylish apartments feature modern kitchens and free WiFi, and are located a 15-minute walk from London Bridge station and the South Bank. All kitchens at Residence Inn by Marriott London Bridge are fully equipped with kitchen utensils, an oven and hob and a microwave for cooking. A dishwasher, refrigerator, and washing machine are also included. Living areas provide flat-screen TVs and modern wood flooring. Guests can relax with comfortable sofas and a dining area with a table and chairs. Bermondsey Street with its chic shops and galleries is 5 minutes away on foot. The fashionable South Bank area, with the Tate Modern Gallery, is a 25-minute walk. Show full description

Charming. Hip. Comfortable beds. Situated in the heart of London, citizenM London Bankside is a stylish contemporary hotel, which is just a 2-minute walk from the Tate Modern, near Borough Market and only 600 metres from the Millennium Bridge. Free Wi-Fi is also available. Guests can enjoy the modern, trendy bedrooms which feature ambient lighting with the room iPad, or the free citizenM app. All guests can control room lights, black-out blinds, curtains, temperature, as well as TV and radio channels. They can also stream from their own Netflix, Prime or Disney+ accounts (and many others), by connecting their phone, tablet or laptop to the TV via Chromecast (at no extra charge). The en suite bathroom features a rain shower. The citizenM design hotel itself features a 24-hour reception and contemporary shared living areas furnished with Vitra fittings. Guests may also take advantage of the free iMac’s available to them as well as the complimentary printing service. The 24-hour CanteenM offers a selection of sandwiches and warm dishes and the bar serves draught beer, champagne and cocktails. There is also a breakfast buffet available, which serves coffee, tea, pastries and cooked English breakfasts. London Bridge is 500 metres away and Waterloo Rail and Underground station is less than a mile away. St Pauls Cathedral is located just a 10-minute walk away. Show full description

With views of London’s skyline, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel London features a rooftop bar Savage Garden, and offers air-conditioned and soundproofed rooms. The Tower of London and Tower Bridge are just a 5-minute walk away. Featuring floor-to-ceiling windows and luxury décor, standard rooms have 49-inch flat-screen TVs, while executive rooms and suites have 55-inch flat-screen TVs. Rooms also have an en suite bathroom with a mist-free mirror, a power shower and designer toiletries. Just 150 metres from Tower Hill Underground Station, DoubleTree by Hilton Tower of London is a 5-minute walk from the iconic Gherkin and The City with 10 flexible event spaces, the hotel is able to cater for special occasions or celebrations. Show full description

Good breakfast. Great value. These stylish apartments are 1 km from London Bridge Station and Tower Bridge. Each modern apartment has a fully equipped kitchen, free high-speed WiFi and a modern living area. South Point Suites - London Bridge apartments comprise fridge/freezers and microwaves. Features include dishwashers, washing machines and kitchenware. The light and airy lounges have wooden floors, comfortable sofas and flat-screen TVs with on-demand movies. There is also a dining area in each apartment. Bedrooms are decorated with light colours and boast modern artwork. Bathrooms include showers and free toiletries. The apartments have a 24-hour reception and fitness centre. Snacks are available from the 24-hour Grab 'n Go Pantry. Private parking is available nearby. The impressive skyscraper The Shard is 0.4 km from the property, while Borough Market is 1.7 km away. The Tate Modern gallery is 1.6 km from the apartments. Show full description

Romantic. Very stylish. Cosy rooms. Popular among couples. Set 700 metres from St Paul's Cathedral, the five-star Vintry & Mercer in London offers a fitness centre and bar. Popular points of interest nearby include Sky Garden, Tower of London and Borough Market. The property offers a business centre and free WiFi. At the hotel, all rooms and suites feature a bespoke interior design and include a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV. Rooms are complete with a private bathroom equipped with free toiletries, while some units at Vintry & Mercer also provide guests with a balcony. A continental breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. The on-site restaurant specialises in British cuisine. Staff at the reception can provide advice on what to do in the area. London Bridge is 1.7 km from the accommodation. Mansion House station is a minute's walk from the property. London City Airport is 12 km away. Show full description

Great location. Great views. Nestled between the River Thames and St Katherine’s Dock, and next to Tower Bridge, The Tower Hotel, London offers ideal location, a restaurant, a bar and a fitness centre. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout. Each room at The Tower has a flat-screen TV with Freeview channels and a desk. The on-site restaurant offers freshly prepared modern fusion cuisine. The bar features an extensive drinks menu, and boasts stunning views of the famous Tower Bridge and the Shard skyscraper. This 4-stars hotel is just 8 minutes’ stroll away from Tower Hill Tube Station, and offers easy access to central London and the West End in just a 20-minute journey. London City Airport is only 30 minutes away by DLR. Thames Clippers service St Katherine’s Pier is a mere 2 minutes’ walk away, connecting the area with the city via the River Thames. Show full description

Popular among women. Overlooking the historic Tower of London, the luxury 4-star Leonardo Royal Hotel London City - Tower of London boasts a spa with a 25-metre swimming pool and a large gym. Featuring a brasserie and a cocktail lounge, the hotel is just 2 minutes' walk from Tower Hill Tube Station and offers free WiFi. Each elegant air-conditioned room includes a flat-screen TV, a trouser press, and tea and coffee making facilities. The en-suite bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and a hairdryer. Leonardo Royal Hotel London City - Tower of London offers range of onsite bars and restaurants. Leo's Bar and Restaurant provides a traditional menu with modern decor. A wide variety of drinks and snacks can also be enjoyed in Corvo Bar and Cafe. A full buffet breakfast is now offered. Some rooms receive a 10% discount on spa treatments during their stay. Leisure facilities at the Leonardo Royal Hotel London City - Tower of London include a steam room and a sauna for guests to enjoy. Situated in the city of London, the hotel is just 20 minutes’ walk from St Paul’s Cathedral. Show full description

Luxury Hotel. Cosy rooms. Rooftop bar. Boasting a bar, terrace and sweeping views of Tower Bridge, The Tower of London and the River Thames, Tower Suites by Blue Orchid is situated in London, less than 500 metres from the Tower of London. The rooms are fitted with kitchen facilities, air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a kettle, a shower, a hairdryer and a desk. At the hotel rooms come with a wardrobe and a private bathroom. Tower Suites by Blue Orchid offers a full buffet breakfast. Among the facilities of this property are an Italian restaurant, coffee lounge and bar open 24 hours for residents. Room service, concierge services and free WiFi are provided. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Tower Bridge, Sky Garden and Brick Lane. The property is close to numerous transport links. The nearest airport is London City Airport, 10 km from Tower Suites by Blue Orchid. Show full description

Trendy. Rooftop bar. Great views. citizenM Tower of London is located directly above Tower Hill Underground Station. Offering spectacular views on the river Thames, Tower of London and Tower Bridge, citizenM offers 370 luxury fitted rooms and a food and beverages available 24/7. Each room is fitted with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. With the room iPad, or the free citizenM app, all guests can control room lights, black-out blinds, curtains, temperature, as well as TV and radio channels. They can also stream from their own Netflix, Prime or Disney+ accounts (and many others), by connecting their phone, tablet or laptop to the TV via Chromecast (at no extra charge).. Some rooms feature views of the Tower of London/ the Shard or the London skyline. citizenM provides free super-fast WiFi, a power rain shower, and safe/mini fridge . A breakfast buffet is available each morning at the property. The hotel provides rooftop meeting room space with views over the Tower of London and the river Thames. The Tower of London is 50 metres from citizenM Tower of London, while Tower Bridge is 200 metres away. London City Airport is 7 miles from the property. Show full description