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Hotels in London: 15 cool hotels in a great city

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Here's our take on 15 cool hotels in London - from hostels to luxury hotels.
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Hotels in London: 15 cool hotels in a great city is written by Karen Bender.

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Here are the best hotels in London

Perhaps you have already spent the night in a cool hotel Amsterdam or København, and now goes the trip to London, where there are a multitude of hotels and options for accommodation in the big city.

Traveling to London is fantastic, and there are always a lot of exciting experiences, museums, shopping opportunities, musicals and parks to experience in it. English capital.

Whether you prefer a quieter one city ​​breaks, or you like lots of pace and lots of people, then it can all be done on a trip to London.

When it comes to accommodation in London, there is also something for all travel groups. Both for those who travel to London with children and want child-friendly hotels, the young people or groups who want to stay in a hostel, travelers who are concerned about climate and sustainability, those who choose a different accommodation and those who just love luxury.

It can all be done at a hotel in London. And this is exactly what makes it difficult to choose what to go for, because there are really many options.

This article therefore guides you to a lot of nice hotels, and the best type of accommodation in London for your needs. So no matter what kind of accommodation you prefer, we have collected a number of great offers on hotels in London for you here.

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Here is an overview of accommodation in London

Child-friendly: Good children's hotels in London with cool facilities

Hostels: Best hostels for young people and groups

Climate and sustainability: Best hotels with a focus on climate and sustainability

Alternative accommodation: Hotels that offer something different from the usual

Luxury: Hotels that offer something completely extravagant

Read more below, where we tell you more about the selected hotels.

Child friendly hotels in London

London is a fantastic city to travel to with children, and it is important to choose a good overnight stay in a good hotel, so that you can recharge and relax between all the experiences.

That is why we have chosen three different hotels in London, all of which have special qualities when it comes to traveling with children in a big city.

They are close to subways and other public transport, so you can easily go home and take a short break during the day and then be ready again in the evening for more experiences.

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Premier Inn London Kensington

Premier Inn London Kensington is our first child-friendly hotel on the list. This London hotel has large family rooms that easily accommodate four people, plus extra baby beds for the perfect night's sleep.

In addition, two children under the age of 16 eat free breakfast from the delicious breakfast buffet when just one adult also buys breakfast, and then everyone starts the day in the best way before going on a discovery trip in the big city.

Finally, the restaurant also offers children's menus, the hotel is naturally non-smoking, and there is free internet throughout the hotel, so all in all it is an obvious place to stay when traveling with children.

HotelPremier Inn London Kensington
reviews: Hotel Premier Inn London Kensington has received 4.1 / 5 in reviews on Google.
Address: 22-32 West Cromwell Road, London SW5 9QJ England
Facilities: Children eat free breakfast, non-smoking hotel, children's menus in the restaurant

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London metropolitan hotel Novotel Canary Wharf child-friendly travel metropolitan hotel in London accommodation with children

Novotel London Canary Wharf

Novotel London Canary Wharf is a fantastic hotel to stay at when traveling to London with children. The greatest experience is the very delicious pool area, which invites you to take a break from the city's many sights and just enjoy a few hours together at the hotel.

What also makes the hotel a good experience is the very delicious and classic decor, which creates the framework for a good and relaxing atmosphere when you spend time in the hotel.

There are many different types of rooms in the 39-storey hotel, and extra children's beds or extra beds are offered as part of the hotel's family service. There is also free breakfast and stay for children with paying adults.

Finally, mention must be made of the award-winning restaurant and roof bar on the 39th floor, which with its fantastic view over the whole of London ensures that you can easily eat at home in the hotel and still have a good experience.

HotelNovotel London Canary Wharf
reviews: The hotel Novotel London Canary Wharf has received 4.4 / 5 in reviews on Google.
Address: 40 Marsh Wall, Tower Hamlets, London, E14 9TP, United Kingdom
Facilities: Restaurant and rooftop bar with panoramic views, large heated pool, room service with both cold drinks and hot dishes.

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The Resident Kensington, London, big city child-friendly travel hotel in London accommodation with children

The Resident Kensington

The Resident Kensington is housed in a very beautiful old house and invites you to just relax and enjoy life on your journey.

Highlighted facilities include the small kitchen sections in all rooms, which is a really good idea when traveling with children. There is both a fridge, microwave, coffee machine with free capsules, the option to make tea and dishes such as plates and glasses.

In addition, you can order a full fridge on arrival and just check in and enjoy the fact that the groceries you need have already been bought, such as juice, bread, yogurt and other necessities. Then you just have to check in for a nice overnight stay in London, and then it's all set.

The hotel also offers room service, and you can order breakfast to the room if your children are small, or you can just enjoy the peace and quiet of your own room. Room service also helps to order food for delivery to the room if you need an evening of pizza and movies under the covers, and this helps to make it a hotel worth recommending when traveling with children.

HotelThe Resident Kensington
reviews: The hotel The Resident Kensington has received 4.6 / 5 in reviews on Google.
Address: 25 Courtfield Gardens, London SW5 0PG, England
Facilities: Kitchen section with microwave and fridge in all rooms, room service and laundry, security guard around the clock.

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Hostels for young people and groups in London

In London, there is plenty to experience if you are traveling with a group of friends or if you are a larger group.

There are many options for the perfect overnight stay in London for young people and groups, which is why we have selected three cool hostels, where there is both live music, a 24-hour reception or a bar and restaurant on site.

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Generator Bloomsbury London

Generator Bloomsbury London is very centrally located in the exciting Bloomsbury district and is close to Russell Square tube station. This hostel is housed in an old fire station and it is very obvious to see when you arrive at the place. There is a 24-hour reception and check-in, which is often an advantage when you arrive late on your journey.

This hostel offers an internet cafe, a large inviting lounge and a room with pool tables. Here you can also sing karaoke and challenge your friends to a fun experience, there are live DJs, and it is possible to watch movies for free.

Finally, there is both a restaurant and a bar, so you don't need to miss anything, because there are special offers in the bar every evening. Guests at this hostel can also join a free city center tour.

When it comes to accommodation at this hostel in London, you can either book a bed in a dormitory or choose a private room with a private bathroom, so there are several options for accommodation.

HostelGenerator Bloomsbury London
reviews: This hostel has got 3.5 / 5 in reviews on Google
Address: 7 Tavistock Place, Russell Square, London, WC1H 9SE
Facilities: 24-hour reception and check-in, dormitories and private rooms with en-suite bathrooms, free tour of London

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Wombat's city hostel

Wombat's city hostel is furnished in a very light and Nordic style, which invites you to relax after a long day full of experiences. It offers large and inviting rooms, laundry facilities and a 24-hour reception, and this creates the framework for the perfect overnight stay in London.

There is also a lively bar on site, where there is often live music and other evening entertainment, and there is a large lounge area where you can play board games and relax. It is also possible to participate in events such as morning yoga, karaoke evenings and free city walks with a guide.

Finally, there is both a terrace and a garden at this hostel, so you can enjoy the tranquility of your journey. You can also order packed lunches for the next day's experiences and rent bikes if you want to explore London in a slightly different way, so it's perfect for a group of friends exploring London.

HotelWombat's city hostel
reviews: This hostel has got 4.4 / 5 in reviews on Google
Address: 7 Dock Street, London, E1 8JN
Facilities: Bar with evening entertainment, bicycle hire, packed lunches, terrace and garden

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St. Christopher's Inn Village – London Bridge

The last hostel we recommend is St. Christopher's Inn Village – London Bridge. This hostel is perfect for those who love to party and socialize on their trip. There is both a rooftop bar and an underground club with live music and DJ nights.

There is also the possibility to play beer pong or take part in pub crawls every night where you are offered tickets to a new pub.

When it comes to accommodation, here you can choose the classic dormitories or a private room. This hostel was the first to offer overnight accommodation in London in small Japanese capsules complete with mood lighting, bedside USB ports and curtains to create the ultimate in privacy, so if you need a different experience then it's possible here when it will be bedtime.

Hotel St. Christopher's Inn Village – London Bridge
reviews: Hostel St. Christopher's inn Village – London Bridge has got got 3.8 / 5 in reviews on Google
Address: 165 Borough High Street, Southwark, London, SE1 1HR, United Kingdom 
Facilities: 24-hour reception, laundry, roof terrace and restaurant

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Sustainable hotel, London

Climate-friendly and sustainable hotels in London

There are more and more hotels in London that work purposefully with stronger sustainability and want to take care of the climate. Therefore, in this hotel guide, we have selected three hotels that we think have an extra good profile, if you as a traveler think it is important that the hotel makes an extra effort.

It is also clear that it means more and more to people on their journey that work has been done with a good climate profile and that the hotel has attitudes towards sustainability, so this theme is on the list.

The things we have investigated are, among other things, whether the hotel has a sustainability certification, whether they work focused on reducing consumption, or whether the restaurant offers dishes without meat.

Chamberlain hotel London climate-friendly sustainable travel big city hotel in London

The Chamberlain Hotel

The Chamberlain Hotel is our first choice when it comes to hotels in London that have consciously worked with ethical choices to ensure a healthier climate and stronger sustainability.

At The Chamberlain Hotel, the hotel has been renovated by showing respect for the old buildings and thus creating spaces that can last for many years. They have also consciously worked to reuse and recycle the building materials, so that the hotel has achieved a strong profile when it comes to taking care of the climate and living more sustainably.

This also means that there is an increased focus at the hotel on reducing waste production and not exhausting global resources by producing new products that can be recycled instead.

It is possible to book allergy-friendly rooms for your overnight stay in London, and the hotel also has a restaurant, bar and a terrace, so there is plenty of opportunity to relax and enjoy the beautiful surroundings when you are travelling.

HotelThe Chamberlain Hotel
reviews: This hotel has received 4.4 / 5 in reviews on Google
Address: 130-135 Minories, London, London, EC3N 1NU, United Kingdom 
Facilities: 24-hour reception and check-in, bar and restaurant, allergy-friendly rooms

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The Royal Hotel London metropolitan climate journey

Royal National Hotel

Royal National Hotel is centrally located and is sustainability certified, which means that the hotel worked purposefully to be able to track their consumption and reduce it as much as possible.

At this hotel in London, it is also possible to charge your electric car if you need it on your journey, and there are also allergy-friendly rooms. One last thing to highlight is that it is possible to choose both vegetarian, gluten-free and vegan dishes at both the breakfast buffet and in the restaurant.

HotelRoyal National Hotel
reviews: This hotel has received 3.5 / 5 in reviews on Google
Address: 38-51 Bedford Way, Camden, London, WC1H 0DG, United Kingdom
Facilities: Sustainability certified, option of vegetarian, gluten-free and vegan dishes at both the breakfast buffet and in the restaurant, charging station for electric cars, allergy-friendly rooms

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The Stratford Hotel London sustainable climate travel hotel in London

The Stratford Hotel

The Stratford Hotel is characterized by a very strong sustainability profile, which is why it makes it onto our list.

The hotel is part of a larger building complex that has been designed with sustainability in mind, and this includes the use of energy-saving materials and innovative technologies to reduce overall energy consumption.

In addition, the hotel uses energy-efficient windows and lighting that reduce electricity consumption, as well as installing water-saving fixtures to reduce overall water consumption.

Finally, vegetarian dishes are also available in the hotel's restaurant, and the entire hotel is smoke-free.

HotelThe Stratford Hotel
reviews: This hotel has received 4.4 / 5 in reviews on Google
Address: 20 International Way Olympic Park, Newham, London, E20 1FD, United Kingdom
Facilities: 24-hour reception and check-in, sustainability certified, allergy-friendly rooms, vegetarian options in the restaurant

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Different hotel experiences in London

We have been looking for alternative accommodation for your trip to London and have found three very different experiences:

A hotel set in a very historic old town house with lots of atmosphere, a floating social charity hotel that donates money to vulnerable citizens of London and is very centrally located on the River Thames and a very charming small hotel with five rooms located on top of a pub.

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The Rookery hotel

The Rookery Hotel is a charming boutique hotel located in a restored 18th century townhouse, in the heart of the historic Clerkenwell district. The hotel offers an atmosphere reminiscent of London's past with antiques, open fires, four-poster beds and original wooden floors.

Each room is uniquely furnished with its own character and style. The hotel has retained much of the building's original charm and offers an intimate and personal service that is rare in a big city like London.

The Rookery Hotel is ideal for those who want to experience the historic atmosphere of London. The hotel's unique decor and location close to many of the city's cultural attractions make it a perfect choice for travelers who love to feel the whir of history.

HotelThe Rookery Hotel
reviews: This hotel has received 4.7 / 5 in reviews on Google
Address: Peters Lane, Cowcross Street, Islington, London, EC1M 6DS, United Kingdom
Facilities: 24-hour reception and check-in, conservatory where breakfast can be enjoyed, very unique and atmospheric decor, peaceful.

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Good hotel London roof terrace big city climate sustainable travel hotel in London

Good Hotel London

Good Hotel London is a floating hotel located at the Royal Victoria Docks, and it is an exciting hotel for several reasons.

The hotel is built on a floating platform and was transported from the Netherlands to London. Good Hotel London offers minimalist and modern rooms with views of the River Thames and the London skyline, which in itself is worth an experience.

In addition, the hotel's philosophy is based on social responsibility and it operates a 'non-profit model' where profits are reinvested in local community projects and training programs for the long-term unemployed.

In addition, their restaurant and bar are known for serving sustainable and local ingredients. When you stay at this hotel in London, you get unique accommodation because it is a floating hotel, but you also support a good cause locally.

HostelGood Hotel London
reviews: This hostel has got 4.2 / 5 in reviews on Google
Address: Western Gateway, London, E16 1FA
Facilities: Floating hotel with roof terrace and views of the Thames, 24-hour reception, bar and restaurant, socially responsible.

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The Culpeper Hotel London sustainable climate garden travel hotel in London

The Culpeper

The Culpeper is not just a popular pub and restaurant, but also a boutique hotel with just five charming rooms, located above the pub itself. Each room is individually designed and combines rustic charm with modern conveniences. The hotel is located in the lively area of ​​Spitalfields, close to Brick Lane, where guests can enjoy everything from vintage shopping for exciting street food.

On the roof terrace, The Culpeper has a small garden and a bar where herbs and vegetables are grown, which are used in the pub's dishes. The Culpeper offers an authentic London experience, combining the best of a traditional pub atmosphere with modern boutique hotel comfort.

It is perfect for those who want to be close to the city's hip east side and experience London's creative and culinary scene.

HotelThe Culpeper
reviews: This hotel has received 4.3 / 5 in reviews on Google
Address: 40 Commercial Street, London, E1 6LP
Facilities: Restaurant, terrace and courtyard, good breakfast.

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Luxury hotels in London

The last three hotels we will mention on this list of hotels in London are pure luxury and offer both exciting architecture, award-winning restaurants and a sumptuous interior. There are many ways to travel and live, and these suggestions are at the absolute heavy end when it comes to luxury and opulence.

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The Savoy

The Savoy is one of London's most iconic luxury hotels known for its rich history and exquisite elegance. Located on the River Thames on The Strand, the hotel has hosted celebrities, royalty and world-renowned artists since it opened in 1889.

The hotel combines classic English building style with art deco and offers luxurious rooms and suites with views of the River Thames or the London skyline. With well-known restaurants such as Gordon Ramsay's Savoy Grill and the world-famous American Bar, the hotel also offers a sublime culinary experience.

The Savoy is also known for its exceptional service and has a dedicated butler service for its guests.

HotelThe Savoy
reviews: This hotel has received 4.7 / 5 in reviews on Google
Address: The Strand, London WC2R 0EZ England
Facilities: Three restaurants and bar, indoor pool, spa and wellness center, personal butler.

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The Rosewood London, luxury, big city, hotel in London

Rosewood London

Rosewood London is one of London's most luxurious hotels and is housed in an impressive classic English building in the heart of the city. The hotel is known for its sophisticated decor, which combines British tradition with modern elegance. From the moment you enter through the hotel's magnificent archway, you are greeted by a world of opulence.

The rooms and suites are spacious and stylishly decorated using luxurious materials and hand-crafted furniture, which create a timeless sense of comfort and sophistication.

The hotel has one of London's most luxurious spa experiences, Sense Spa, which offers a wide range of bespoke treatments in a tranquil and exclusive environment. In addition, a modern fitness center is available.

The hotel's restaurant, the Holborn Dining Room, is known for its traditional British menu with a modern twist. The restaurant also has London's largest gin bar, offering over 500 different brands of gin and 30 different tonic waters, allowing guests to tailor their perfect gin & tonic.

HotelRosewood Hotel
reviews: This hotel has received 4.7 / 5 in reviews on Google
Address: 252 High Holborn, London, WC1V 7EN
Facilities: London's largest gin bar, spa and wellness, room service, childcare facilities.

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The Shangri-la, London, luxury, metropolitan hotel in London

Shangri-La The Shard

Shangri-La The Shard is located in the iconic skyscraper The Shard. Here you are offered a luxury experience with a spectacular view of the London skyline. The hotel starts on the 34th floor and up, making it one of the highest located hotels in the city.

The rooms and suites are modern and spacious with floor-to-ceiling windows offering breathtaking views of London. The hotel also offers the highest infinity pool in London as well as the TĪNG restaurant and GŎNG bar, which provide a unique culinary experience with views of the city.

At Shangri-La there are three restaurants and bars with the cocktail and champagne bar on the 52nd floor as the highest bar in London with a unique view of the city skyline.

Hotel: Shangri-La The Shard, London  
reviews: This hotel has received 4.6 / 5 in reviews on Google
Address: 31 St Thomas Street, Southwark, London, SE1 9QU, United Kingdom
Facilities: Indoor infinity pool, two restaurants, champagne and cocktail bar on the 52nd floor, spa and wellness.

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Enjoy your stay at one of the cool hotels in London

We wish you a very good trip to one of the fantastic hotels in London. Whether you're looking for a child-friendly hotel, youth hostels, a climate-friendly and sustainable hotel, alternative accommodation or luxurious comfort, London has a hotel to suit you.

Have a great trip to London!

The best hotels in London for your next overnight stay

Child-friendly: Good children's hotels with cool facilities

Hostels: Best hostels for young people and groups

Climate and sustainability: Best hotels with a focus on climate and sustainability

Alternative accommodation: Hotels that offer something different from the usual

Luxury: Hotels that offer something completely extravagant

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About the author

Karen Bender

Karen loves to travel and write and combines these two passions as often as possible.

The heart is forever lost to Italy and the beautiful capital, Rome, where Karen once lived and always wants to return to.

In addition to Italy, Canada is on the list of coolest travel experiences, while the French port cities along the Normandy coast are always worth a drive.

When Karen is not traveling or writing, she spends time on her studies as a journalist, her large house with an old garden and her husband and four children, who can always be lured out into the world to discover unknown lands.

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