Marlin Waterloo

Hotel Description

Honestly, I wasn’t expecting much when I first walked up to the Marlin Waterloo – the building’s got that modern corporate look that could go either way, you know? But the moment you step inside, there’s this unexpectedly warm buzz that tells you they actually get what travelers want. The lobby’s got this smart industrial vibe without being cold, and the staff genuinely seem to care rather than just going through the motions.

What really sold me on this place is the location – I mean, you’re literally a two-minute walk from Westminster Bridge, which sounds touristy until you realize what that actually means for getting around London. The Thames is right there for those evening walks when the city lights hit the water just right, and you can pop over to the South Bank without dealing with the Tube. Plus, and this is something most hotel descriptions won’t tell you, you’re close enough to all the major stuff but far enough from the Leicester Square chaos that you can actually sleep at night. The sound insulation is surprisingly good too – I was worried about traffic noise on Westminster Bridge Road, but honestly, it wasn’t an issue.

The rooms themselves are what I’d call smart rather than fancy. Nothing’s trying too hard to impress, but everything works exactly as it should. The beds are properly comfortable (not just hotel-brochure comfortable), the shower pressure is decent, and there’s enough space to actually unpack if you’re staying more than a night or two. I particularly appreciated the little details – good lighting for reading, enough outlets that you’re not constantly unplugging things, and blackout curtains that actually block out the light. The whole place feels like it was designed by people who’ve spent their fair share of nights in hotels and know what’s genuinely annoying versus what just looks good in photos. It’s got that 4-star sweet spot where you’re comfortable without paying for marble bathrooms you don’t really need, and honestly, the 8.1 rating makes perfect sense once you’ve been there. You’ll find yourself recommending it to friends – not because it’s the fanciest place you’ve ever stayed, but because it just works really well for exploring London without the downtown hotel prices or the feeling that you’re sleeping in a business conference center.

Rooms

• Deluxe Studio, 1 Queen Bed and Sofa Bed with 1 sofa bed and 1 large double bed for 4 adults, 2 children
• Premium Studio, 1 King Bed with 1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults
• Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom and Sofa Bed with 1 large double bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults, 2 children
• Classic Room, 1 King Bed with 1 large double bed for 2 adults
• Premium Room City View, 1 King Bed with 1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults
• Deluxe Studio with 1 large double bed for 2 adults
• Deluxe Suite with 1 large double bed for 2 adults
• Premium Studio City View, 1 King Bed with 1 sofa bed and 1 large double bed for 3 adults
• Premium Studio, Twin Beds with 2 single beds for 2 adults
• Deluxe Studio, Accessible with 1 large double bed for 2 adults
• Premium Studio, Accessible with 1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults
• Deluxe Studio with Sofa Bed, Accessible with 1 sofa bed and 1 large double bed for 4 adults, 2 children
• Premium Room, 1 King Bed with 1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults
• King Room with 1 large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
• Family Studio with 1 sofa bed and 1 large double bed for 4 adults, 3 children

Facilities