The Best City of London Hotels

recommended hotels in London's historic financial district


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enjoy the extensive leisure facilities offered at this luxuriously appointed hotel, built within the historical Port of London HQ, opposite The Tower

The Rookery

London EC1

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housed in a row of restored, 18th century townhouses, by Smithfield Market, guest rooms feature elegant period furnishings and rich fabrics

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tucked away off of Fleet Street, close to City Thameslink Station, behind a historic façade, lies this sleek, stylish, city bolt hole and hide away

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a boutique hotel with individually designed rooms, some with balconies, a bright and airy restaurant and a lounge bar with art deco styling

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amidst the bustle of The City, yet also ideally located for the Tower of London and Tower Bridge, modern hotel with deluxe rooms and suites

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a luxurious boutique property, located next to Liverpool Street Station, with five restaurants and bars and modern, spacious rooms and suites

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close to Aldgate Underground Station and 10 minutes on foot from the Tower of London; smart and stylish hotel with well appointed bedrooms

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with stunning views across to the iconic Tower of London and Tower Bridge, this well-appointed, stylish hotel makes an ideal tourist base

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bright, modern hotel offering boutique-style rooms, located just a short walk from the Tower of London and Aldgate Underground Station

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a stone's throw from St. Paul's Cathedral, this modern hotel is ideally located and features luxurious rooms and spa, health and fitness club

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modern pub, restaurant and comfortable, well-appointed rooms, some rooms with a roof terrace, ideally located for the Tower of London

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a chic hotel with an urban contemporary style, close to Liverpool Street Station; guest rooms are stylish and there is a rooftop restaurant

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close to St. Paul's Cathedral, the River Thames and the Tate Modern, this luxurious hotel is ideally located and offers 2 restaurants and 2 bars

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comfortable hotel, moments from the Tower of London, offering a good range of facilities including a Romanesque-style pool and relaxing spa

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well-appointed hotel with good facilities including spacious bedrooms, a sophisticated lounge bar and a relaxing health and leisure club

Threadneedles

London EC2

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with the Bank of England as a neighbour, this striking Victorian hotel is at the heart of the Square Mile and offers luxuriously appointed rooms

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a luxurious boutique hotel, located near Liverpool Street station, where original Georgian features blend with contemporary styling and comforts

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a stone's throw from St. Paul's Cathedral and near the River Thames; smart hotel featuring well-presented bedrooms and all day dining

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gleaming skyscrapers and historic Tower Bridge fill the view from the rooftop bar at this contemporary hotel that offers stylish rooms

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just a 5-minute walk from the Tower of London, this modern hotel makes a good exploring base and offers stylish rooms and relaxing facilities

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a unique and luxurious property, once home to brewers Whitbread & Co, with stylish bedrooms, a chic restaurant and a trendy gastro pub

Hotel Saint

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in the ancient "Square Mile” of London’s financial district, this chic hotel provides light contemporary rooms, a rooftop bar and two restaurants

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a colourful hotel close to Aldgate East tube, rooms are vibrant and well-appointed, and a 10-minute walk from The Tower of London

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elegant, British design meets French flair in the contemporary bedrooms and classic cuisine from both countries is served in the brasserie

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tucked away down a side street a few minutes walk from Farringdon tube and railway station; smart rooms are well-equipped and comfy

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a modern, well presented hotel, in an advantageous location with Tower Bridge, St Katherine's Dock and the River Thames on its doorstep

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located in the shadow of St. Paul's Cathedral, a club style hotel offering well-appointed rooms and some suites with a basic kitchenette

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affordable, design hotel with Tower of London inspired decor, rooms are compact but comfy and there is a sociable bar and lounge area

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sister hotel to The Brewery, across the road and where restaurants and bar located, with the same stylish and well-appointed bedrooms

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club style hotel, opposite Leadenhall Market, with smart bedrooms and suites with a basic kitchenette, and a business lounge and gym

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located on London’s historic jewellery street in trendy Camden, a smart hotel with well-equipped rooms, and cafés nearby for breakfast

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luxurious, beautifully presented studios and apartments, located next to the Tower of London and overlooking the River Thames

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behind the Georgian façade there are stylish bedrooms with high quality furniture all set in an enviable location amidst the Square Mile

Fox & Anchor

London EC1

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classic, Victorian London pub close to Smithfield Market and Barbican; refurbished rooms blend contemporary decor and original character

YHA St. Pauls

London EC4

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located in the heart of London's financial district, featuring stylish, fully-furnished apartments

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well equipped studios and apartments, just a 4-minute walk from Liverpool Street Station

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stylish apartments, in a perfect location for the city and the Tower of London

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luxury serviced apartments, with a well-equipped kitchen and stylish bathroom

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offering fully-equipped luxury living, featuring stunning views over the city

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with large windows and stylish decor, located just 100 yards from St Paul's Cathedral

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well presented, 1 and 2-bedroom apartments situated a 5-minute walk from Spitalfields Market

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located a few minutes walk from St Paul's Cathedral, featuring modern open-plan living

Monument One

London EC3

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featuring stylish accommodation, located just 4 minutes walk from the River Thames

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simply furnished rooms and studios located just a 2-minute walk from Liverpool Street Station

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modern, open-plan living, located a few minutes walk from the bank of the Thames

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boutique-style, well-equipped apartments, plus a basic breakfast pack on arrival

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set in a lively area, featuring a sleek and contemporary style throughout

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offering contemporary, one bedroom apartments, just 10 minutes walk from Tower Bridge

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