Find hotels in South Bank, London from $76

For travelers seeking the best hotels in South Bank, both the Shangri-La The Shard, London and The Londoner are highly recommended.

The 5-star Shangri-La The Shard, London, with an impressive 9.4 rating, offers luxurious amenities such as Frette Italian sheets, designer toiletries, and 24-hour room service. Guests consistently praise the friendly and great staff, excellent and clean rooms, and the amazing breakfast. It is conveniently located near Leadenhall Market and the Rose Theatre.

Another excellent choice is The Londoner, a 5-star hotel also boasting a 9.4 rating. This hotel features Egyptian cotton sheets, designer toiletries, and valet parking. Travelers frequently highlight the wonderful staff, the amazing location, and the spacious rooms. It is very close to the National Portrait Gallery.

Other popular 5-star options include the Sanderson London, a Morgans Originals hotel, rated 8.8, and the Radisson Blu Hotel, London Leicester Square, also rated 8.8. The Sanderson London is praised for its nice, clean rooms and excellent location, while the Radisson Blu Hotel, London Leicester Square is known for its comfortable rooms and excellent service.

Finally, The Ned, a 5-star hotel with a 9.2 rating, is another top recommendation. Guests appreciate the friendly staff, comfortable rooms, and great amenities. It is conveniently situated near Leadenhall Market and London Bridge.

For families traveling to South Bank, consider the Hilton London Bankside, the Shangri-La The Shard, London, or the Pan Pacific London.

The 4-star Hilton London Bankside, boasting an excellent 9.4 rating, is a great option for families. This hotel offers sofa beds, connecting rooms, and complimentary cribs, ensuring comfort for everyone. For younger guests, the hotel provides games, toys, and children's slippers, alongside a pool that may have age requirements. It's conveniently located near the Rose Theatre and Southwark Cathedral.

Another outstanding choice is the 5-star Shangri-La The Shard, London, also with a remarkable 9.4 rating. This hotel provides highchairs, cribs, connecting rooms, and kids' meals, making it very accommodating for families. Guests frequently praise the friendly staff, excellent rooms, and delicious breakfast. It is situated close to Southwark Cathedral and Leadenhall Market.

The 5-star Pan Pacific London, with an exceptional 9.8 rating, is another highly recommended family hotel. It features highchairs, connecting rooms, complimentary cribs, and a pool. The hotel also offers kids' meals and travel cribs. It is particularly well-located near Old Spitalfields Market and Leadenhall Market.

For the best 5-star hotels in South Bank, consider the Shangri-La The Shard, London, The Londoner, Sanderson London, a Morgans Originals hotel, Radisson Blu Hotel, London Leicester Square, and The Ned.

The 5-star Shangri-La The Shard, London, with an excellent 9.4 rating, offers stunning views and luxurious amenities such as Frette Italian sheets and designer toiletries. Guests frequently praise the friendly staff, excellent rooms, and amazing breakfast. It is conveniently located near Rose Theatre and Leadenhall Market.

Another superb option is The Londoner, a 5-star hotel with a 9.4 rating. This hotel provides Egyptian cotton sheets, designer toiletries, and champagne service. Its location is highly rated by guests, who also highlight the spacious rooms and attentive service. It is close to the National Portrait Gallery and Spencer House.

The 5-star Sanderson London, a Morgans Originals hotel, rated 8.8, features a garden view restaurant and is situated in a shopping district. Guests appreciate the nice, clean rooms and friendly staff. Nearby points of interest include Queen Mary's Gardens and Berkeley Square.

The Radisson Blu Hotel, London Leicester Square, a 5-star hotel with an 8.8 rating, also boasts a prime location in a shopping district. It offers Egyptian cotton sheets and 24-hour room service. Travelers often comment on the comfortable rooms, excellent location, and amazing staff. It is a short distance from the National Portrait Gallery.

Finally, The Ned, a 5-star hotel with a 9.2 rating, is known for its Edwardian property design and evening entertainment. Guests consistently mention the friendly staff, comfortable rooms, and great amenities. It is conveniently located near Leadenhall Market and London Bridge.

For exceptional spa experiences in South Bank, consider The Londoner, Sea Containers London, or The Ned.

The 5-star The Londoner, boasting an impressive 9.4 rating, offers an extensive full-service spa with amenities such as body wraps, reflexology, various massage types including sports and deep tissue, and dedicated treatment rooms. Guests frequently praise the friendly and wonderful staff, as well as the spacious and fantastic rooms. It is conveniently located near the National Portrait Gallery.

Another outstanding option is the 5-star Sea Containers London, also rated 9.4. Its full-service spa provides a range of treatments including sports massage, deep tissue massage, and aromatherapy, alongside a steam room and accessible spa facilities. The location receives high praise from guests, as does the friendly and helpful staff. The hotel is situated near Two Temple Place and London Bridge.

The 5-star The Ned, with a 9.2 rating, provides a luxurious spa experience with amenities like hot stone massage, Ayurvedic treatments, body wraps, and manicures and pedicures. The hotel also features a steam room and sauna. Guests highlight the friendly and super staff, comfortable and amazing rooms, and the lovely spa facilities. It is located close to Leadenhall Market and London Bridge.

For hotels in South Bank that offer complimentary breakfast, consider the Hampton by Hilton London City, Hotel Riu Plaza London Victoria, or the Hampton by Hilton London Waterloo.

The 4-star Hampton by Hilton London City, with a 9.0 rating, provides both a free breakfast and a convenient to-go breakfast option. Guests consistently praise the excellent and clean rooms, as well as the friendly and helpful staff. Its location is also highly rated, being just 0.3 miles from Old Spitalfields Market and 0.6 miles from Leadenhall Market.

Another excellent option is the 4-star Hotel Riu Plaza London Victoria, rated 8.8. This hotel offers a free buffet breakfast, with guests frequently highlighting the spacious and clean rooms, as well as the friendly and helpful staff. It is conveniently located 0.7 miles from the Australian War Memorial.

The 3-star Hampton by Hilton London Waterloo, rated 8.8, also includes free breakfast, with a buffet option available. Travelers often praise the comfortable and clean rooms, the friendly and helpful staff, and the convenient location. It is situated 0.7 miles from the Rose Theatre and Two Temple Place.

While The Westminster London, Curio Collection by Hilton, a 4-star hotel with a 9.0 rating, offers complimentary continental breakfast, it is specifically available for guests with Club Level Room access. This hotel is praised for its modern and clean rooms and great location, being 0.5 miles from Vauxhall City Farm and 0.9 miles from the Tibetan Peace Garden.

For top pet-friendly hotels in South Bank, consider the Pan Pacific London, Kimpton Fitzroy London by IHG, Club Quarters Hotel, Trafalgar Square, The Hoxton Holborn, and Club Quarters Hotel, St. Paul's.

The 5-star Pan Pacific London, with an exceptional 9.8 rating, offers comprehensive pet amenities including pet grooming and sitting services, a litter box, and food and water bowls. Guests frequently praise the spacious and clean rooms, as well as the amazing staff and service. It is conveniently located near Old Spitalfields Market and Leadenhall Market.

Another excellent 5-star option is the Kimpton Fitzroy London by IHG, rated 9.2. This hotel allows pets to stay free and provides food and water bowls along with a litter box. Travelers often highlight the attentive and great staff, spacious and clean rooms, and its central location.

The 4-star Club Quarters Hotel, Trafalgar Square, with a 9.2 rating, welcomes dogs and allows them to stay free, providing food and water bowls. Its location is often described as perfect, and guests appreciate the friendly and helpful staff. It is just 0.2 miles from the National Portrait Gallery.

The Hoxton Holborn, a 4-star hotel rated 9.2, is also pet-friendly, offering food and water bowls and allowing dogs to stay free. Guests often mention the comfortable and big rooms, great location, and helpful staff. It is 0.6 miles from the National Portrait Gallery.

Finally, the 4-star Club Quarters Hotel, St. Paul's, with an 8.6 rating, also permits dogs to stay free and provides food and water bowls. Guests consistently rate the rooms as comfortable and clean, and the location as great. It is 0.5 miles from the Rose Theatre.

For top boutique hotels in South Bank, consider The Ned, St Martins Lane London, a Morgans Originals hotel, and Sea Containers London.

The 5-star The Ned, with a 9.2 rating, is an excellent choice for those seeking a boutique experience with extensive spa facilities. Guests frequently praise the friendly and super staff, comfortable and amazing rooms, and the lovely spa. It is conveniently located near Leadenhall Market and London Bridge.

Another outstanding option is the 5-star St Martins Lane London, a Morgans Originals hotel, which boasts an impressive 9.4 rating. Guests consistently highlight the clean and great rooms, friendly and great staff, and fantastic location. It features Art Deco property design, 24-hour room service, premium bedding, designer toiletries, and deep soaking bathtubs. It is very close to the National Portrait Gallery and Two Temple Place.

The 5-star Sea Containers London, also with a high 9.4 rating, is a popular choice for its excellent location and comprehensive spa services. Guests often praise the great and great location, friendly and helpful staff, and nice and clean rooms. This hotel offers a full-service spa with various treatments including sports massage, deep tissue massage, and aromatherapy. It is situated near Two Temple Place and London Bridge.

For highly-rated budget hotels in South Bank, consider the Ruby Stella Hotel London, Hampton by Hilton London Waterloo, Numa London Bloomsbury, and The Z Hotel Strand.

The 3-star Ruby Stella Hotel London stands out with an excellent 9.4 rating. Guests consistently praise its clean and lovely rooms, as well as the friendly and helpful staff. Its location is also convenient for exploring nearby attractions like St. Dunstan-in-the-West and the London Canal Museum.

Another great option is the 3-star Hampton by Hilton London Waterloo, boasting an 8.8 rating. Travelers frequently highlight its comfortable and clean rooms, along with its great and convenient location. The complimentary buffet breakfast is also a popular feature, often described as excellent.

The 3-star Numa London Bloomsbury, rated 8.8, offers comfortable and clean rooms, and guests appreciate the friendly and helpful staff. Its location is considered great for exploring the area, and some rooms even feature a balcony.

Finally, The Z Hotel Strand, a 3-star hotel with an 8.8 rating, provides air-conditioned rooms and free WiFi. It's particularly well-located, being just 0.2 miles from the National Portrait Gallery, making it easy to visit this prominent attraction.

For a romantic getaway in South Bank, consider the Pan Pacific London or Sea Containers London.

The 5-star Pan Pacific London, with an exceptional 9.8 rating, offers a luxurious experience for couples. It features a full-service spa with various treatments such as body scrubs, wraps, steam rooms, and massages, great for relaxation together. Guests consistently praise the spacious and clean rooms, as well as the amazing staff and service. It is conveniently located near Leadenhall Market, just 0.3 miles away, and London Bridge, 0.7 miles away.

Another excellent choice for couples is the 5-star Sea Containers London, rated 9.4. This hotel boasts a full-service spa with amenities specifically designed for couples, including couples' treatment rooms, deep tissue massages, and aromatherapy treatments. Many rooms offer river views, providing a picturesque backdrop for a romantic stay. Guests frequently highlight the great location, friendly and helpful staff, and delicious food. It is situated 0.3 miles from Two Temple Place and 0.8 miles from London Bridge.

The best time to visit South Bank is during the late spring (May to June) and early autumn (September to October) when the weather is pleasant and the crowds are manageable.

During these months, you'll experience comfortable temperatures, typically ranging from 15°C to 20°C (59°F to 68°F), making it ideal for exploring the outdoor attractions along the Thames. The daylight hours are long, allowing for extended sightseeing and enjoying the riverside walks without the intense summer heat or the chill of winter. Many outdoor events and pop-up food markets are also active during these periods, offering a wider range of experiences.

Travelers who prioritize a lively option and don't mind larger crowds might consider visiting in July and August. While these are the warmest months, they also coincide with peak tourist season, meaning popular attractions will be busier and accommodations might be more expensive. However, the warmer weather is superb for enjoying the South Bank's outdoor cafes, street performers, and open-air cinemas.

For those seeking a quieter experience and potentially lower prices, the shoulder seasons still offer good value.

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