London Bridge Hotel

Hotel Description

You know what really struck me about the London Bridge Hotel? It’s one of those places that feels properly London without trying too hard. I mean, you’re literally on London Bridge Street – you can’t get much more central than that – but it doesn’t have that sterile, could-be-anywhere vibe that a lot of city hotels fall into.

The building itself has this solid, Victorian brick thing going on that just fits the neighborhood perfectly. Walking out the front door, you’re maybe two minutes from Borough Market (honestly, the smell of fresh bread drifts over some mornings), and London Bridge station is right there – which is actually brilliant because you’ve got both the Underground and National Rail without the chaos of somewhere like King’s Cross. The front desk staff seem to genuinely know the area too, not just the tourist spots. They pointed me toward this little coffee place on Tooley Street that I never would’ve found otherwise.

Inside, they’ve done a decent job balancing that classic London hotel feel with modern touches that actually work. The rooms aren’t huge – let’s be realistic, this is central London – but they’re thoughtfully laid out. Good blackout curtains (you’ll need them with all the streetlights), and the beds are properly comfortable, not just expensive-looking. The bathrooms are compact but well-designed, with that rainfall showerhead that actually has decent pressure. What I really appreciated was the noise situation – yes, you’re in the middle of everything, but the windows do their job. You get a bit of street buzz during the day, but nothing that kept me awake at night.

The breakfast room overlooks the street, and there’s something quite nice about watching London wake up while you’re having your coffee. It’s not a massive spread, but everything’s fresh and they do a proper full English if that’s your thing. The staff there actually remember your coffee preferences after a day or two, which is a small touch but makes a difference.

Here’s the thing – this isn’t going to be the fanciest hotel you’ve ever stayed in, but it gets the fundamentals right. The 4-star rating feels accurate; it’s comfortable and well-run without any pretensions. That 8.6 rating makes sense to me because it delivers exactly what it promises. You’re paying for the location and reliability, and honestly, both are spot-on. Borough Market for breakfast, the South Bank for evening walks, and if you want to get anywhere else in London, you’ve got excellent transport links right at your doorstep.

I’d definitely stay here again, particularly if I wanted to explore south London properly – Bermondsey Street’s got some fantastic restaurants within walking distance, and you can stroll along the Thames path without fighting through tourist crowds. It’s the kind of place that works whether you’re here for business meetings in the City or just want a solid base for exploring London without the West End price tags.

Rooms

• Standard Double Room with 1 double bed for 2 adults
• Executive King Room with 1 large double bed for 2 adults
• Standard Twin Room with 2 single beds for 2 adults

Facilities