Mercure London Bridge Overview
You know what struck me first about the Mercure London Bridge? It’s actually got character, which honestly surprised me for a chain hotel. Walking up from Borough Market – and I mean, you’re literally a two-minute stroll from all that amazing food chaos – the building has this sort of understated presence on Southwark Street that doesn’t scream “tourist trap.” The lobby’s got these warm wood tones and industrial touches that feel deliberately London without being cheesy about it.
The location is where this place really shines, though. I mean, sure, you’re paying for it (this is Zone 1, after all), but you can walk to the Tate Modern in about eight minutes, and London Bridge station is right there when you need to escape to other parts of the city. What I loved is that you’re in the thick of things but on a side street that doesn’t get the full brunt of tourist foot traffic – though you’ll still hear some late-night revelers on weekends, just so you know. The rooms themselves are what you’d expect from a solid 4-star – nothing groundbreaking, but the beds are actually comfortable and the bathrooms work properly, which honestly puts it ahead of some pricier spots I’ve stayed in central London. The air conditioning was a godsend during that weird heat wave last summer.
Here’s the thing about this area that most people don’t realize until they’re here – you’re perfectly positioned between the South Bank’s cultural stuff and the City’s business district, so whether you’re doing the tourist thing or here for work, it just works. The 8.1 rating feels about right; it’s not going to blow your mind, but there’s something refreshing about a place that does the basics well without trying too hard to be trendy. Check-in was smooth when I arrived around 3pm on a Thursday, and the staff actually seemed to know the neighborhood when I asked about dinner spots (they steered me toward some great tapas place on Union Street instead of the obvious Borough Market recommendation). If you’re the type who wants to feel like you’re staying in London rather than just visiting it, this hits that sweet spot.
Mercure London Bridge Accommodations
| Accommodation | Details |
|---|---|
| Classic Room with Double Bed | 1 double bed for 2 adults |
| Superior Room – King Bed | 1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child |
| Superior Queen or Twin Room with Convertible Sofa | 2 single beds for 2 adults, 1 child |
| Privilege Queen Room with Convertible Sofa | 1 sofa bed and 1 large double bed for 3 adults, 2 children |
| Privilege Family Room with Double Convertible Sofa | 1 sofa bed and 1 large double bed for 3 adults, 2 children |
| Standard Double Room | 1 double bed for 2 adults, 1 child |
| Junior Suite with Queen Bed & Convertible Sofa | 1 extra-large double bed and 2 sofa beds for 3 adults, 2 children |
Facilities
Bedroom:
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
General:
- Pet bowls
- Shared lounge/T V area
- Non-smoking throughout
- Wake-up service
- Heating
- Laptop safe
- Packed lunches
- Carpeted
- Soundproof rooms
- Lift
- Family rooms
- Ironing facilities
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Iron
- Air conditioning
- Room service
Kitchen:
- Electric kettle
Parking:
- Accessible parking
Bathroom:
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Towels/sheets (extra fee)
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Outdoors:
- Outdoor furniture
Wellness:
- Fitness
- Fitness centre
Activities:
- Live sport events (broadcast)
- Happy hour
Living Area:
- Desk
Food & Drink:
- Fruits
- Wine/champagne
- Kid meals
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Snack bar
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Tea/Coffee maker
Accessibility:
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
Room Amenities:
- Socket near the bed
Languages spoken:
- English
- Spanish
- French
- Italian
- Polish
- Portuguese
- Romanian
Cleaning services:
- Daily housekeeping
- Trouser press
- Ironing service
- Dry cleaning
- Laundry
Safety & security:
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key card access
- Key access
- 24-hour security
- Safety deposit box
Media & Technology:
- Flat-screen TV
- Telephone
- TV
Reception services:
- Invoice provided
- Luggage storage
- Express check-in/check-out
- 24-hour front desk
Business facilities:
- Fax/photocopying
- Meeting/banquet facilities
Entertainment and family services:
- Board games/puzzles
House Rules at Mercure London Bridge
Pets:
- Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Groups:
- When booking more than 7 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Check-in:
- From 15:00
Check-out:
- Until 12:00
No age restriction:
- There is no age requirement for check-in
Cancellation/prepayment:
- Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
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