60 Upper Thames Street, City of London, London, EC4V 3AD, United Kingdom
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Hotel Description

You know what struck me first about The Westin London City? It’s this sleek glass tower that somehow doesn’t feel cold or corporate once you’re inside. I mean, you’re literally in the heart of the financial district on Upper Thames Street – you can practically touch the Thames from here – but the moment you walk through those doors, there’s this immediate sense of calm that’s honestly pretty remarkable given all the City chaos outside. The lobby has this warm, sophisticated vibe with these gorgeous floor-to-ceiling windows that flood everything with natural light during the day, and at night… well, the view of the river and London Bridge is something else entirely.

What really gets me about this place is how they’ve nailed the balance between luxury and actually being livable. The rooms are spacious by London standards (and I mean properly spacious, not just “oh this is big for London” spacious), with those signature Westin beds that you’ll probably end up researching how to buy for your own home. The bathrooms are marble and chrome affairs with rainfall showers that actually have decent water pressure – you’d be surprised how many five-star hotels mess that up. But here’s the thing that sold me on this place: the soundproofing is incredible. You’re surrounded by one of the busiest areas in London, yet once you close that door, it’s like you’re in your own little sanctuary. I stayed here during a particularly hectic week in September, and honestly, the silence was almost therapeutic.

The location is actually brilliant if you know how to work it. Sure, weekends can feel a bit like a ghost town since all the bankers disappear, but that just means you have places like Borough Market (literally a ten-minute walk) practically to yourself. And the transport links? St. Paul’s tube is right there, plus you can walk to Millennium Bridge in about three minutes if you want to cross to Tate Modern or just take one of those perfect London river walks. The hotel’s restaurant scene is solid too – their afternoon tea overlooks the Thames and doesn’t feel touristy, which is harder to find than you’d think. Staff genuinely seem to know the area well; they pointed me toward this little wine bar tucked away near Cannon Street that I never would’ve found otherwise. The 8.8 rating feels about right – it’s not trying to be the flashiest hotel in London, but it absolutely delivers on being a genuinely comfortable, well-located base for exploring the city. Plus, if you’re here on business, you literally cannot get more central to the financial district without sleeping in someone’s office.

Rooms

  • Signature King Room with 1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
  • Signature Family Room with 2 double beds for 4 adults, 3 children
  • Luxury King Room – Top Floor with 1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
  • Classic King Room with 1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
  • Privilege King Room – High Floor with 1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
  • Luxury Family Room with 2 double beds for 4 adults, 3 children
  • St Paul’s Duplex Suite – City View with 1 extra-large double bed for 3 adults, 2 children
  • One-Bedroom Executive King Suite with City View with 1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
  • The Cadogan, Three-Bedroom Residence with 3 extra-large double beds for 2 adults, 1 child
  • The Grosvenor, Three-Bedroom Residence with 3 extra-large double beds for 2 adults, 2 children
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Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock

General:

  • Shared lounge/T V area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Room service

Kitchen:

  • Coffee machine
  • Refrigerator

Parking:

  • Parking garage
  • Accessible parking

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Wellness:

  • Fitness/spa locker rooms
  • Personal trainer
  • Fitness
  • Full body massage
  • Hand massage
  • Head massage
  • Foot massage
  • Neck massage
  • Back massage
  • Spa/wellness packages
  • Spa lounge/relaxation area
  • Steam room
  • Spa facilities
  • Hammam
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Massage
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Fitness centre
  • Sauna

Activities:

  • Live music/performance
  • Happy hour

Living Area:

  • Seating Area
  • Desk

Food & Drink:

  • Wine/champagne
  • Kid meals
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Accessibility:

  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room Amenities:

  • Socket near the bed

Languages spoken:

  • German
  • English
  • French
  • Italian
  • Georgian
  • Portuguese
  • Russian
  • Tamil

Cleaning services:

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
  • Dry cleaning

Safety & security:

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV

Reception services:

  • Invoice provided
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk

Business facilities:

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Meeting/banquet facilities

Indoor swimming pool Free!:

  • Opening times
  • Open all year
  • Adult only
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Rules

Pets:

  • Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

Groups:

  • When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Check-in:

  • From 15:00

Check-out:

  • Until 11:00

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.

Guest reviews

Staff:

9.2

Comfort:

9.4

Location:

8.8

Free WiFi:

8.8

Facilities:

9.2

Cleanliness:

9.3

Value for money:

8.0

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