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The 12 Best Hotels in The City of London

The 12 Best Hotels in The City of London

The city of London is more than just the financial centre. Here modern skyscrapers rise up between historically significant buildings, including St Paul's Cathedral. The affluence of the area has bought a world-class range of bars and restaurants, while the Barbican Arts Centre has a wide selection of performances. As you can imagine, this area has obvious appeal for business travellers, but it is also a good choice for those who want to be well placed in the heart of the London (there are great transport links here across the rest of the city and plenty to see and do in the immediate vicinity). Equally, while there is naturally an excellent choice of five-star hotels housed here, some of the best hotels in the City of London are in fact quite affordable. Our hotel experts have hand-selected their favourites including charming boutiques, characterful pubs, grand luxury stays, and romantic boltholes. So why not browse through our collection to start planning your next city break?

For a boutique

The Rookery is an intimate bolthole spread across three 18th-century houses. The rooms are full of character; expect fireplaces, roll-top baths and quality antiques, plus they offer breakfast in bed or in the garden.
An offshoot of The Zetter Hotel (see below), The Zetter Townhouse is an intimate boutique hotel with just 13 rooms and some fairly special vintage decor. Eclectic and colourful, this is a romantic option with great facilities.

For luxury

The Montcalm at the Brewery is a five-star hotel located close to the Barbican Centre. The decor is chic, but traditional, with simple colour schemes and great details. There’s a fine dining restaurant, and, even a pub. A British classic.
Four Seasons Hotel London at 10 Trinity Square is set in a beautiful listed city building that has been given a superb makeover. Rooms and suites effortlessly blend contemporary and classic style and you'll find all the pampering you'd expect from a Four Seasons property, plus Michelin dining on-site.

For couples

Opulently converted from an 18th-century townhouse, Batty Langley’s fits in perfectly with the Spitalfields vibe. Some of it is gloriously over the top, but some of the rooms and suites are just stunningly traditional — with bathrooms you might want to just live in, this is a romantic and fun stay.

For a traditional stay

The Ned is set in the former Midland Bank building located right in the City of London. Boasting sumptuous rooms oozing classical style — with designs harking back to the 20s and 30s. With a wide range of cuisine, a rooftop bar and an indoor pool — all bases are covered in this luxury stay.

For the design

The Andaz Liverpool Street was once an old railway hotel serving Liverpool Street Station but now is a stylish five-star with a dizzying choice of good bars and restaurants. The location is hard to top for getting around in London and the sleek modern Andaz design is on point.

For Great Value

The Zetter Hotel is a super-stylish hotel in trendy Clerkenwell with rooms and coffees that hipsters can’t fault. It’s quiet at the weekend and the 59 rooms and suites are very reasonably priced. An easy city crashpad.
CitizenM Tower of London is a budget stay just a stone's throw from the Tower of London. CitizenM's trademark offering includes rooms with stunning city views, 24-hour food, and funky interiors. An easy choice for both business and leisure travellers.

For foodies

The South Place Hotel is a super trendy, cutting edge design hotel with 80 rooms and a Michelin starred, rooftop restaurant. Rooms and suites are very chic and also surprisingly well priced.

For a pub

The One Tun is a boutique pub with rooms in trendy Farringdon. The spacious rooms are designed with a modern take on traditional pub style. Expect wood panelled walls and plush bed heads. Downstairs, the atmospheric pub serves British classics and a good range of ales. Ideal for that quintessential British stay.
Fox & Anchor is another Farringdon option. Here the individually styled rooms are moody and chic with dark hues, free-standing baths and large artworks. The restaurant serves up hearty gastro pub fare alongside a choice selection of beers, ales, and ciders.

Still not sure where to book?

Browse through our list of all the best places to stay in London or our Guru’s collection of Cool London Hotels on a Budget.
Look at our recommendations for the 10 best hotels in London’s West End or the 7 best hotels in London’s East End.
Alternatively, contact one of our friendly Gurus for advice.
- The Rookery London (Clerkenwell) 33 rooms from AU$530
  
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  Sights nearby  -  Barbican is a cultural hub worth checking out for performances, screenings and more.
  Full of character
  Lively area  -  In the thick of the action.
  Boutique
  Recommended by  -  Mr & Mrs Smith, I Escape, Tablet
  
  Fashionable Clerkenwell is home to this intimate, period charm City bolthole which prides itself on homely atmosphere across three 18th Century houses. Rooms are full of character, classic antiques, open fires and roll top baths. Breakfast in bed or in the garden is the perfect way to start the day. See More
  
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- The Montcalm at the Brewery City of London 235 rooms from AU$250
  
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  Foodies  -  Foodies will love the range here, from local seasonal produce, to gastro pub with cask ales and afternoon tea in the lounge!
  Romantic Break  -  An ideal bolthole for a romantic weekend in London, luxurious rooms offering marble bathrooms and chic dining.
  Local markets  -  Anyone with an interest in food must check out the nearby Borough food market- a bustling spot brimming with choice.
  Sights nearby  -  Trafalgar Square, Big Ben and Houses of Parliament all within two miles.
  
  An excellent five-star hotel in the heart of London City district. The rooms are modern and chic with stylish furnishings and simple colour schemes. Culinary options are covered by a fine dining restaurant and a more relaxed gastropub. The perfect location for people in the City on business. See More
  
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- The Zetter Townhouse London (Clerkenwell) 13 rooms from AU$462
  
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  Restaurant  -  Guests can dine in the main hotel's top restaurant across the road.
  Lively area  -  In the thick of the action.
  Romantic  -  Good for couples.
  Four poster beds  -  For romantics.
  Recommended by  -  Tablet, Good Hotel Guide, Kiwi Collection
  
  Intimate boutique townhouse offshoot of the modernist Zetter, with quirky and eclectic vintage decor and just 13 rooms. See More
  
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- Batty Langley's London (Spitalfields) 29 rooms from AU$319
  
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  Sights nearby - The property is minutes from Liverpool St so there's easy access to all of London's highlights.
  Local markets - Old Spitalfields market is just round the corner
  Full of character
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  Opulent, sumptuous and quirky converted 18th-century townhouse in the trendy Spitalfields district. Gorgeous over-the-top rooms and suites offer stunning traditional interiors and equally impressive bathrooms. A romantic bolthole in the city of London perfect for a cosy getaway! See More
  
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- Andaz Liverpool Street City of London 267 rooms from AU$524
  
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  Business Hotel  -  A hotel to conduct business in real style
  Local markets  -  Columbia Road Flower Market, Old Spitalfields Market and Leadenhall Markets are all on the doorstep
  Sights nearby  -  Within easy walking distance of St Paul's Cathedral, the Tower of London and Tower Bridge.
  Restaurant  -  Five restaurants
  Recommended by  -  Tablet, Frommers, Kiwi Collection, Michelin Travel
  
  Well designed and up to the minute business hotel in the heart of the City, a railway hotel conversion oozing style. See More
  
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- The Zetter Hotel London (Clerkenwell) 59 rooms from AU$254
  
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  Families  -  The Zetter has a wide range of either interconnecting rooms or options that can accommodate extra beds and cots
  Local exploring  -  Centrally located for all over exploring of London.
  Views  -  If you book one of the rooftop suites, you'll get a private terrace with fantastic panoramic city views
  Local markets  -  Borough Market is a great place to go in the weekend to browse the food stalls.
  Recommended by  -  Mr & Mrs Smith, Tablet, Fodors, Frommers, Good Hotel Guide
  
  In the heart of trendy Clerkenwell, this ultra-stylish hotel appeals to wannabe hipsters looking for a design-conscious cocoon in the heart of London's coolest quarter. See More
  
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- South Place Hotel City of London 80 rooms from AU$282
  
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  Foodies  -  Roof top Michelin star restaurant.
  Roof terrace  -  Trendy roof top bar with views.
  Views  -  Great views from hotel
  City Style
  Recommended by  -  Tablet
  
  A super trendy hotel with cutting edge design in East London. Michelin star restaurant on the roof top, lively bar, gym and spa, and uber chic rooms and suites with all the mod cons. A great choice for a taste of London's more quirky side. See More
  
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- The One Tun City of London 8 rooms from AU$329
  
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  Romantic Break  -  Beautiful accommodation, divine cuisine and all London has to offer right on your doorstep - perfect for a romantic getaway!
  Local exploring  -  The One Tun is situated in central London, making it the ideal base from which to get to know the city
  Great walks  -  Meander through the city's streets getting a feel for the place or take a stroll along the banks of the Thames at sunset
  Sights nearby  -  Check out Trafalgar Square, the London Eye or Piccadilly Circus among many other nearby attractions
  Recommended by  -  Sawdays
  
  A boutique pub with rooms in Farringdon, central London. The eight rooms are smartly decorated and extremely spacious with satellite TV and en-suite in each. Pop downstairs to enjoy lovely meals in the restaurant and have breakfast delivered to your door each morning. A hidden gem! See More
  
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- Fox & Anchor City of London 6 rooms from AU$280
  
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  Local exploring - Ideally placed to access Farringdon, The City, St Paul's and the Barbican.
  Local markets - Explore the bustling Smithfield Market filled with meat traders alongside smart eateries.
  Full of character
  Boutique
  
  A boutique hotel and atmospheric pub located in vibrant Farringdon. A handful of individually styled rooms are moody and chic with dark hues, free standing baths and large artworks. The restaurant serves up hearty gastro pub fare alongside a choice selection of ales. See More
  
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- The Ned City of London 252 rooms from AU$620
  
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  Sights nearby  -  Be sure to check out the Tower of London, Trafalgar Square, Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament
  Great walks  -  Wander around the streets of this unique, vibrant city getting a feel for the place
  Spa  -  Spa with treatment rooms, hammam, and pool
  Swimming Pool  -  20m indoor heated pool
  
  Set in the former Midland Bank building, The Ned is located right in the City of London. Boasts sumptuous rooms oozing classical style - with designs harking back to the 20s and 30s. A wide range of top-notch cuisine served up. Enjoy a tipple on the splendid rooftop bar. A dreamy city stay! See More
  
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- Four Seasons Hotel London at Ten Trinity Square City of London 100 rooms from AU$845
  
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  Local exploring  -  Ideally located for exploring both the city, Southbank and further afield.
  Spa  -  There is a huge spa on the lower ground floor where they offer a huge range of relaxing treats, plus a pool, hammam & much more!
  Restaurant  -  There are two on site restaurants either Michelin starred or Asian cuisine.
  Sights nearby  -  You are a stone's throw from the Tower of London and Tower Bridge
  
  A beautiful listed city building has been given a superb makeover to become a luxury property in the heart of the London. Rooms and suites effortlessly blend contemporary and classic style and you'll find all the pampering you'd expect from a Four Seasons property, plus Michelin dining on site! See More
  
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- CitizenM Tower of London City of London 370 rooms from AU$235
  
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  Value chic  -  With CitizenM's trademark chic interiors at great prices, it's a brilliant London stay for those on a budget.
  Local exploring  -  Fantastic location for exploring not just the Tower of London, but the rest of the city too
  Sights nearby  -  You're right next to the tube, so the whole of London is easilly accessible ontop of the sights on your doorstep
  Views  -  There are great views over the Thames, Tower Bridge and the Tower of London from the balcony
  
  A budget stay just a stone's throw from the Tower of London. CitizenM's trademark offering includes rooms with stunning city views, 24 hour food, and funky interiors that are just perfect for hanging out! A good choice for both business and leisure travellers. See More
  
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