We have created a list with the best beachfront hotels near London, UK. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Emmy Cruz & Sofia Hernandez. Updated January 2024.
Luxury Hotel.Delightful property. Great bar. Originally opened in 1889, the world-famous Savoy Hotel is situated on the banks of the Thames and less than 5 minutes' walk from The British Museum and The Royal Opera House. The hotel was once visited by the likes of Sir Winston Churchill, Frank Sinatra and Katherine Hepburn. Perfectly situated in heart of the exciting city of London, The Savoy is only 5 minutes’ walk from Covent Garden, the hotel is just 20 minutes’ journey by public transport from the ultimate designer shopping destinations of Knightsbridge and Mayfair. With elegant marble bathrooms, The Savoy’s 195 guest rooms and 73 suites are decorated in either Edwardian or Art Deco style, blending comfort and elegance with discreet technology. Many rooms afford breath-taking views over the River Thames. At The Savoy you will find some of the London’s best-known restaurants and bars. Experience one of our three Gordon Ramsay restaurants, with a choice from Savoy Grill, The River Restaurant and Restaurant 1890. Take Afternoon Tea in the Thames Foyer, then move to the American Bar (widely regarded as one of the world’s best hotel bars) for a classic cocktail, or enjoy a character cocktail in the theatrical Beaufort Bar.Show full description
Based on my research this is the most ELEGANT beachfront hotel in London.
Historic property. Great location. Between the River Thames and Trafalgar Square, this 4-star hotel has a mix of history and modern style. It has a restaurant, the gym is open and river views. It is a Grade I listed building that overlooks the London Eye, just a short walk from the National Gallery. It also edges onto Covent Garden and Theatreland. Bedrooms offer Victorian elegance and modern features, including free Wi-Fi, Elemis toiletries, a 49-inch LCD TV, and free mineral water. The peaceful One Twenty One Two Restaurant at Royal Horseguards Hotel features fine food and wine. There is also an outdoor terrace for al fresco dining . Show full description
I think this is the most HISTORIC beachfront hotel in London.
Comfortable beds. - London - Hyatt Regency London Albert Embankment provides accommodation in London near Houses of Parliament and Westminster Abbey. A 12-minute walk from Big Ben and a 15-minute walk from London Eye, the property features a fitness centre and a bar. POTUS Bar and Restaurant serves American cuisine while Mezemiso Sky terrace Restaurant serves a variety of Japanese and Lebanese dishes. At the hotel, every room is fitted with a desk. Featuring a private bathroom, rooms at - London - Hyatt Regency London Albert Embankment also provide guests with free WiFi, while certain rooms also offer a river view. All guest rooms have a wardrobe. Staff at the 24-hour front desk speak German, Greek, English and Spanish. Banqueting House is an 18-minute walk from - London - Hyatt Regency London Albert Embankment. London City Airport is 12 km away.Show full description
This hotel has super comfortable beds and very cosy rooms.
Luxury Hotel.Hip. Great bar. Set on the Strand, ME London by Melia - Covent Garden overlooks the impressive Somerset House. With international fine dining, this elegant hotel offers the STK London and the Italian oriented restaurant Luciano by Gino D´Acampo . It is just 2 minutes’ walk from the River Thames, Covent Garden, Somerset House and Soho. Its Radio Rooftop Bar features panoramic views of London. With interiors designed by Foster and Partners, this innovative hotel has a cosmopolitan atmosphere and contemporary music. The rooms boast floor-to-ceiling windows with impressive views, an integrated media hub, and an LCD TV. The en suite bathrooms include a Bali shower. The rooms also boast free WiFi, 24-hour gym access and 24-hour room service. Reserve a Balcony room or Suite to enjoy breakfast at Radio Rooftop with views over London, return in the evening for an unmissable experience, cocktail in hand. Guests can also relax in the ultra-modern Marconi Lounge Bar which offers smoothies, pastries and coffees. ME London by Melia - Covent Garden offers a personalised service to guests and can offer tailored tourist information and reserve tickets for events and attractions. The hotel is 5 minutes’ walk from the bright lights of the West End. Trafalgar Square is 10 minutes’ walk away and Temple Tube Station is 5 minutes away by foot.Show full description
I rate this as the coolest and most stylish beachfront hotel in London. It also has an amazing hotel bar, a popular rooftop bar and a cool rooftop restaurant!
Superb breakfast. Popular among families. In stylish Pimlico, the family-run Melbourne House Hotel is just a 10-minute walk from Victoria Railway Station. The traditional hotel offers free WiFi. Set in a Victorian town house, the bright and airy bedrooms each have a TV and hairdryer. All rooms have a private modern bathroom and tea/coffee making facilities. There is also a lobby lounge with sofas and newspapers. Just a 5-minute walk from Pimlico Underground Station, Melbourne House is a 20-minute walk from Westminster Abbey and the Houses of Parliament. Knightsbridge is a 25-minute walk away.Show full description
This small hotel has a highly rated breakfast and great affordability.
Apartment hotel.Very cosy. Superb interior design. Stay in your very own riverside studio surrounded by some of the most iconic attractions London has to offer, yet still within easy reach of businesses based in the City. Catch up on emails in the coworking space, break a sweat in the gym, or grab a coffee. Tate Modern and Shakespeare's Globe are just across the River Thames, via the Millennium Bridge. Plus, it's easy to jump on the tube at nearby Bank, Cannon Street or Mansion House to access the rest of London.Show full description
Based on my research this is the most well designed, lively and romantic beachfront hotel in London. Soooo nice!
Apartment hotel.Romantic. 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
Luxury Hotel. An all-suite urban riverside resort in the heart of Chelsea Experience our 5-star luxury hotel in one of London's most prestigious areas. With breath-taking panoramic views over Chelsea Harbour Marina and the River Thames, The Chelsea Harbour Hotel & Spa comes with everything you need for complete relaxation - attentive service, spa and health club facilities, 154 luxury suites and 4 penthouses that offer the perfect stay in Chelsea. With a comprehensive health club facility and treatment experience, The Spa features a 17-metre indoor swimming pool with swan neck body jets, as well as a fitness suite. For a virtual tour of our hotel, please click here. Enjoy alfresco dining with majestic views at the Harbour Bar and Terrace, or indulge in a rich fusion of British and Mediterranean cuisine, while supping a perfectly crafted cocktail or a refreshing Champagne. The Spa at The Chelsea Harbour Hotel provides the essential combination of luxury, comfort and relaxation. We have created a warm and inviting spa ambience with an array of therapeutic experiences, holistic treatments and pure pampering. Discover our range of treatments.Show full description
Luxury Hotel.Beach front location. Elegant. In a vibrant new section of London with views over the River Thames and the city, the Canary Riverside Plaza Hotel hotel boasts elegant rooms and free WiFi. Canary Wharf, with its shops and towering skyscrapers, is just a few minutes’ walk away. Guests have complimentary access to Virgin Active Health Club with 3 floors of fitness facilities, saunas and steam rooms, hydrotherapy pools and a 20-metre infinity edge lap pool. Built on the historic site of the West India Quay – the busy centre for Britain’s spice trade hundreds of years ago – Canary Riverside Plaza Hotel is a 10-minute walk from the Tube, giving you access to the city’s most popular attractions. The Docklands Light Railway is a 5-minute walk away. Canary Wharf Pier is a 2-minute walk away and offers links to the Thames Clipper Boat, which connects you to central London and the West End, as well as Greenwich. Rooms are spacious and modern, with a flat-screen TV. Each also benefits from an en suite bathroom with free toiletries and a hairdryer. There is also a 24-hour in-room dining service. Breakfast options include a full English, continental, an energy breakfast and a selection of nutritionally balanced, healthier choices.Show full description
Beach front location. Lively. Featuring a roof terrace with 360 views across the London skyline, Novotel London Canary Wharf also benefits from an on-site gym, pool and contemporary restaurant and bar. Free WiFi is available throughout the hotel. Each air conditioned guest room features a flat-screen TV, en-suite facilities and a work desk. There is a 24-hour front desk at the property, as well as room service which offers a variety of hot dishes and cold snacks. The Bōkan Restaurant, Bar and Roof Terrace serves artisanal food and drink made using a mixture of local, ancient and adopted British ingredients. The menu is inspired by European cultural cuisines. There are panoramic views of London and the Thames, high-speed WiFi and triple-story rooftop dining. Greenwich Park is 3.4 km from Novotel London Canary Wharf, while Tower Bridge is 3.6 km away. The nearest airport is London City Airport, 5 km from Novotel London Canary Wharf.Show full description
Boutique hotel. On the riverfront, this eco-friendly 5-star boutique hotel has a spa, 2 restaurants and a bar with river views. Clapham Junction Tube station is just a 10-minute walk away. Hotel Rafayel’s luxurious designer rooms have floor-to-ceiling windows, spacious private bathrooms and state-of-the-art entertainment systems. Some rooms feature specially designed Jet Lag recovery lighting technology. Upon request, rooms with a spa bath or partial river view may be available. Leisure facilities include a sauna, a steam room, and a range of spa treatments. The Banyan on the Thames Restaurant serves an extensive grill-based menu. The Rafayel’s stylish riverside bar offers freshly mixed cocktails and a light bar menu.Show full description
Newly opened, December 2023. Well located in the Kensington and Chelsea district of London, Coronation Hotel is located 1.7 km from Natural History Museum, 2 km from Victoria and Albert Museum and 1.9 km from South Kensington Underground Station. The 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom and free WiFi. The property is 1.3 km from Olympia Exhibition Centre, and within 4.6 km of the city centre. At the hotel, each room is fitted with a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV. At Coronation Hotel each room comes with bed linen and towels. Eventim Apollo is 2.4 km from the accommodation, while Stamford Bridge - Chelsea FC is 2.5 km away. The nearest airport is London City Airport, 20 km from Coronation Hotel.Show full description
Beach front location. Relaxing atmosphere. With a stylish restaurant and cocktail bar, Crowne Plaza London-Docklands features a modern leisure centre with views over Royal Victoria Dock. The 4-star hotel is a 10-minute drive from Canary Wharf. The Quad Club and Spa has a fully equipped fitness centre and a modern fitness studios, along with an indoor swimming pool. The luxury bedrooms have Wi-Fi access and a large work desk. All rooms feature quality linens, air conditioning and a flat-screen TV with on-demand movies. Guests can enjoy modern European cuisine in the Docklands Bar & Grill. The contemporary bar features chandeliers and lounge chairs, and offers a range of fine wines and imaginative cocktails. Along with a hot tub, sauna, and a steam room, guests can relax with luxury spa treatments in one of the 3 modern treatment rooms. Crowne Plaza London Docklands Hotel is just a 5-minute walk from the ExCel Exhibition Centre. Private parking is available on site, and London City Airport is just a 10-minute drive away.Show full description
Great location. 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
Good Hotel London is a profit for non-profit floating hotel with a waterfront location and rooftop terrace offering panoramic views. It is located within a 5-minute walk from the ExCeL Convention Centre and 1.8 miles from London City Airport and Canary Wharf. All rooms offer modern decor, with both custom-made and design furniture. The rooms offer water or city views, en suite bathrooms with showers, fluffy down pillows, in-room safes, tea making facilities, work desks and free WiFi. But, there are for the actual time no TVs in our rooms. Guests are welcome to use the shared guest lounge, which offers the opportunity to meet and interact with other guests. Locally sourced food and drinks are served all day in The Living Room. The on-site coffee corner serves crafted espresso drinks and a variety of healthy refreshments to stay or takeaway. The Rooftop terrace is an open-air bar overlooking the city of London and river Thames (weather permitting). There is 24-hour front desk and concierge services. Good Hotel is a social business initiative which re-invests all their profits to train long-term unemployed local people in London and educate disadvantaged children in Guatemala. By staying at Good Hotel, you are helping the local community to maintain these programs.Show full description
Britannia International Hotel Canary Wharf has spacious rooms and limited free WiFi, just 600 metres from Canary Wharf Underground Station. The traditional rooms at Britannia International Canary Wharf have private bathrooms, some with spa baths. All rooms have tea/coffee making facilities and a work desk. Many have Docklands views. Jenny’s Restaurant serves traditional British cuisine and cooked breakfasts. The Pizzeria offers Italian cuisine, pizza's, pasta, grills and burgers. The Hotel Britannia International Canary Wharf is a 10-minute drive from the O2 Arena, and Millwall is 15 minutes’ walk away. IFS Cloud Cable car is nearby. Greenwich can be reached in 15 minutes’ drive, and on-site parking is available.Show full description
Close to beach front. Relaxing atmosphere. On the banks of the River Thames and surrounded by 25 acres of beautiful grounds, the 4-star The Lensbury Resort has an award-winning spa. Located just 10 minutes’ drive from Hampton Court Palace, this hotel offers modern, en suite rooms with a flat-screen TV. There is a relaxation thermal spa area on the poolside with large mixed sauna and steam rooms. There is also a 25-metre indoor pool, 19 tennis courts, 2 squash courts and an indoor and outdoor children’s play area. The ground floor Restaurant and Bar areas offer an elegant and traditional setting, with floor to ceiling windows overlooking the Thames and a bright conservatory and outside eating area. The Restaurant offers a brasserie-style menu with plenty of choice. Guests can also relax in the Bar and Lounge areas, either watching the latest sports programmes on large flat-screen TV’s, catching up with friends and colleagues, or reading the daily news beside an open fire. Teddington Rail Station is a 5-minute drive, Twickenham Stadium is within 10 minutes drive of this hotel and Kew Gardens is a 15-minute car journey away.Show full description
In my judgement this could be the most RELAXING beachfront hotel in London. It also has a great beach front location.
Located less than a minute's walk from ExCeL London, the Sunborn London is a floating super-yacht hotel docked in Royal Victoria Dock, boasting free WiFi access, a bar and a restaurant. The hotel is 7 minutes' drive from London City Airport and a 6-minute drive from the iconic Canary Wharf. Each of the smartly designed rooms feature a TV with Freeview, air conditioning and an electric kettle. Also included is a shower, a hairdryer and free toiletries. Some of the rooms also benefit from a view overlooking The Royal Docks. At Sunborn London there is a 24-hour front desk and a sun deck. Other facilities offered at the property include a ticket service, a tour desk. The lounge bar serves a selection of beers, wines, ciders and spirits. In the restaurant, a buffet breakfast with continental and cooked items is served each morning. An à la carte menu is available in the evenings. Custom House Docklands Light Railway Station is 5 minutes' walk away. It offers direct routes to Westfield Stratford City and Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park. Emirates Royal Docks Skyline is a 5-minute journey on foot. It offers a direct route to The O2 Arena.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Charming. Great restaurant. Set on the River Thames opposite Hampton Court Palace, the Mitre Hotel has a rich history as a place to stay, dating back as far as Charles II in 1665. Following a complete transformation, the new Mitre is a sophisticated and relaxed luxury boutique hotel with two restaurants and bars, a unique events space, a riverside terrace featuring the World’s first Whispering Angel Wine Concession, vintage food truck, private boat launch and 36-individually designed bedrooms and suites. With a stunning new look from interior designers Harding Read, the property combines quirky British sensibility with elegant authentic luxury. Central London is a 40-minute train journey away, whilst Heathrow Airport can be reached with 30 minutes’ drive. A number of riverside restaurants and pubs can also be found just 5 minutes’ walk from the hotel.Show full description
This is likely the most CHARMING beachfront hotel in London.
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