A list by Anna Holt & Elli Nordin. Updated December 2023.
We have created a list with the best hotels with rooftops in London, UK. Hotels with wonderful rooftop bars, rooftop restaurants, rooftop terraces and rooftop gardens. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
Rooftop bar. Nestled in the bustling heart of London, Montcalm Royal London House enjoys a central location, adjacent to Finsbury Square Garden and just a brief stroll from Liverpool Street. The hotel presents a rooftop bar affording breathtaking views of the city, along with a spa and fitness centre, an on-site brewery, and an array of luxurious amenities seamlessly integrated throughout. Montcalm Royal London House features 2 bars and 2 restaurants including a rooftop bar, brasserie and coffee area, and offers 24-hour room service and concierge. All rooms and suites here are air-conditioned and come with a Smart 55-inch TV with international channels, free Wi-Fi, an iPod docking station, a minibar, a Nespresso machine and a pillow menu. The property is within a 10-minute walk from Barbican Centre and less than 15 minutes from Shoreditch. Other areas of London are easily reached via public transport. The nearest airport is London City Airport, 12 km from the property.Show full description
Rooftop bar. Set on the Strand, ME London by Melia - Covent Garden overlooks the impressive Somerset House. With international fine dining, this elegant hotel offers the STK London and the Italian oriented restaurant Luciano by Gino D´Acampo . Its Radio Rooftop Bar features panoramic views of London. Reserve a Balcony room or Suite to enjoy breakfast at Radio Rooftop with views over London, return in the evening for an unmissable experience, cocktail in hand. It is just 2 minutes’ walk from the River Thames, Covent Garden, Somerset House and Soho. With interiors designed by Foster and Partners, this innovative hotel has a cosmopolitan atmosphere and contemporary music. The rooms boast floor-to-ceiling windows with impressive views, an integrated media hub, and an LCD TV. The en suite bathrooms include a Bali shower. The rooms also boast free WiFi, 24-hour gym access and 24-hour room service. Guests can also relax in the ultra-modern Marconi Lounge Bar which offers smoothies, pastries and coffees. ME London by Melia - Covent Garden offers a personalised service to guests and can offer tailored tourist information and reserve tickets for events and attractions. The hotel is 5 minutes’ walk from the bright lights of the West End. Trafalgar Square is 10 minutes’ walk away and Temple Tube Station is 5 minutes away by foot.Show full description
Rooftop bar.Opened February 2021. Hyatt Place London City East is situated in London, 600 metres from Brick Lane. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk and room service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Boasting a rooftop bar called Pocketsquare with an outside terrace and views of London. The accommodation offers rooms with a terrace and balcony. The hotel has family rooms. At the hotel, the rooms come with a desk and a flat-screen TV. We do offer a breakfast to go each morning at Hyatt Place London City East. Guests can make use of the business centre or relax in the snack bar. Popular points of interest near Hyatt Place London City East include Tower of London, Spitalfields Market, Sky Garden and Tower Bridge. The nearest airport is London City Airport, 8 km from the hotel.Show full description
Rooftop bar. Featuring a Roof Terrace and views of city, Hotel Saint London is a 4-star hotel set in London, an 8-minute walk from Sky Garden. Among the facilities at this property are a 24-hour front desk and a business centre, along with free Wi-Fi throughout the property. Hotel Saint London offers a terrace and extra facilities including a 24-hour gym, 4 meeting rooms, 2 restaurants and Jin Bo Law Sky bar – a rooftop bar in the City of London where guests can experience views of London's skyline. All units are equipped with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a fridge, a coffee machine, a shower, free toiletries and a desk. The rooms are fitted with a private bathroom. All rooms feature a wardrobe.Show full description
Rooftop garden. Ideally located in London's West End, the stylish Sanctum Soho Hotel features a rooftop garden with a 24-hour bar and the onsite Wild Heart Restaurant. Also boasting its own cinema and an outdoor hot tub, this boutique hotel is just 5 minutes' walk from Oxford Street's world-famous shops. With a 24-hour service and access to the hot tub, the intimate Roof Terrace offers of an inside bar, a covered lounge with a fireplace, and a resident's area. Individually styled with a bespoke and edgy design, each air-conditioned room at Sanctum Soho has free WiFi and a plasma flat-screen TV with Sky channels. The rooms also feature a minibar and an iPod docking station. The modern en-suite bathrooms have Templespa. Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, Wild Heart Restaurant features vintage-glamour décor and serves modern British cuisine. Guests can also enjoy afternoon tea, coffee, and cocktails. Sanctum Soho Hotel is a 20-minute stroll from leafy Hyde Park. With easy 20-minute connections to iconic Westminster, Piccadilly Circus Tube Station can be reached after 5 minutes' walk.Show full description
Rooftop bar. An independent spirit at the social heart of an evolving Shoreditch. Located in a prominent position on Shoreditch High Street, One Hundred Shoreditch is home to 258 bedrooms, multiple places to eat and drink , Seed Library, a cocktail bar by renowned bartender Mr Lyan and a rooftop bar and terrace with panoramic views across East London. Our Suites are furnished with a mix of bespoke and vintage pieces and open onto expansive, private terraces with views of East London toward the city skyline. The bedrooms and suites at One Hundred Shoreditch are designed to be your retreat from the vibrancy and energy of the hotel’s bars, providing headspace in the heart of Shoreditch allowing you to disconnect from the outside world. All of our bedrooms have a paired back design with neutral colour schemes, comfy seating, hybrid dining and workspaces and bespoke art by Jacu Strauss, our creative director. You’ll have a restful night’s sleep thanks to super soft bedding and black out window coverings – while in the bathrooms you can enjoy our favourite DS & Durga amenities.Show full description
Rooftop restaurant. Featuring a roof terrace with 360 views across the London skyline, Novotel London Canary Wharf also benefits from an on-site gym, pool and contemporary restaurant and bar. Free WiFi is available throughout the hotel. The Bōkan Restaurant, Bar and Roof Terrace serves artisanal food and drink made using a mixture of local, ancient and adopted British ingredients. There are panoramic views of London and the Thames, high-speed WiFi and triple-story rooftop dining. Each air conditioned guest room features a flat-screen TV, en-suite facilities and a work desk. There is a 24-hour front desk at the property, as well as room service which offers a variety of hot dishes and cold snacks. The menu is inspired by European cultural cuisines. Greenwich Park is 3.4 km from Novotel London Canary Wharf, while Tower Bridge is 3.6 km away. The nearest airport is London City Airport, 5 km from Novotel London Canary Wharf.Show full description
citizenM Tower of London is located directly above Tower Hill Underground Station. Offering spectacular views on the river Thames, Tower of London and Tower Bridge, citizenM offers 370 luxury fitted rooms and a food and beverages available 24/7. The hotel provides rooftop meeting room space with views over the Tower of London and the river Thames. Each room is fitted with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. With the room iPad, or the free citizenM app, all guests can control room lights, black-out blinds, curtains, temperature, as well as TV and radio channels. They can also stream from their own Netflix, Prime or Disney+ accounts (and many others), by connecting their phone, tablet or laptop to the TV via Chromecast (at no extra charge).. Some rooms feature views of the Tower of London/ the Shard or the London skyline. citizenM provides free super-fast WiFi, a power rain shower, and safe/mini fridge . A breakfast buffet is available each morning at the property. The Tower of London is 50 metres from citizenM Tower of London, while Tower Bridge is 200 metres away. London City Airport is 7 miles from the property.Show full description
Opened February 2022. Conveniently situated in London, AMANO Covent Garden provides air-conditioned rooms, a terrace, free WiFi and a restaurant. This 4-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and a concierge service. Guests can have a drink at the bar. At the hotel, each room is equipped with a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. All rooms include a safety deposit box, while some rooms are equipped with a balcony. Guests at AMANO Covent Garden can enjoy a buffet breakfast. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Royal Opera House, Lyceum Theatre and Theatre Royal Drury Lane. The nearest airport is London City Airport, 14 km from AMANO Covent Garden.Show full description
Rooftop restaurant. The Hoxton, Southwark is located by the Blackfriars Bridge in London, within walking distance from the South Bank and some of the main attractions of the city. The rooms at this hotel are designed with industrial features inspired by the neighbourhood, including Crittall-style windows, concrete ceilings and bare brick walls. The Hoxton, Southwark is home to a rooftop restaurant, with dining options also available in the lobby and mezzanine. Hoxton perks come as standard in every room including free tea, coffee, water and milk, 1-hour free international calls, a mini fridge to stock with products from a lobby shop at supermarket prices, Blank toiletries and free WiFi access. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include London Bridge, St Paul's Cathedral and Savoy Theatre. The nearest airport is London City Airport, 13 km from The Hoxton, Southwark.Show full description
Rooftop bar. Located on the banks of the River Thames, Sea Containers London is in the famed Sea Containers House, just a 7-minute walk from the Tate Modern and Shakespeare's Globe Theatre. The hotel is also 15 minutes' walk from the London Eye, Borough Market, The London Dungeon and SEA LIFE London Aquarium. Sea Containers London boasts a riverside restaurant with outdoor seating, a cocktail bar, an agua spa, a rooftop bar and a terrace with panoramic views over London. Free WiFi is available for all guests. Decorated by award-winning designer Tom Dixon, each room features bespoke furniture, a flat-screen HD TV, air conditioning, dimmable lights and a minibar. The marble bathrooms are complete with either rainfall shower or bath. Extras include a media panel, Malin+Goetz toiletries and satellite channels. Many of the rooms feature river views, directly facing the Thames. Some also have a balcony. The on-site Curzon screens a range of new releases, classic matinées and family favourites in a bespoke 56-seat cinema from Friday evenings through Sunday. Waterloo Train Station is a 12-minute journey on foot and London Blackfriars Train Station is 8 minutes' walk away.Show full description
Luxury Hotel. The Londoner features a stunning guest-only club, six concept restaurants and bars including a rooftop lounge, a spa with pool, gym, superfood clinic and beauty salon. There are 350 luxurious bedrooms and suites including a tower penthouse suite with panoramic views. Each room includes a table, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom. Guests will have exclusive access to The Residence, residents-only club. Discover an inspirational place to relax in The Drawing Room. Enjoy the alluring change in The Y Bar from a place to work in the day to a nightly scene for socialising, cocktails and light bites. Or follow a secret passage to The Whisky Room. Complimentary antipasti, soft drinks, tea and coffee is also served throughout the day. The hotels interior design is by Yabu Pushelberg. The Londoner features a variety of event spaces, including a state-of-the-art ballroom accommodating up to 850 guests, two private screening rooms, an elegant events room and seven meeting spaces. Located in Leicester Square, the hotel is just a short walk from many of London's hot spots such as Soho, Covent Garden, Trafalgar Square and local transport links. The hotel is also member of the prestigious Preferred Hotels and Resorts Legend Collection.Show full description
Boutique hotel. Set 700 metres from St Paul's Cathedral, the five-star Vintry & Mercer in London offers a fitness centre and bar. Popular points of interest nearby include Sky Garden, Tower of London and Borough Market. The property offers a business centre and free WiFi. At the hotel, all rooms and suites feature a bespoke interior design and include a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV. Rooms are complete with a private bathroom equipped with free toiletries, while some units at Vintry & Mercer also provide guests with a balcony. A continental breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. The on-site restaurant specialises in British cuisine. Staff at the reception can provide advice on what to do in the area. London Bridge is 1.7 km from the accommodation. Mansion House station is a minute's walk from the property. London City Airport is 12 km away.Show full description
In a stylish new building, H10 London Waterloo features an innovative restaurant and luxury bedrooms. Just 15 minutes’ walk from Parliament Square and Big Ben, the hotel has free Wi-Fi. With floor-to-ceiling windows and views across Lambeth, the rooms at H10 Hotel have air conditioning and LCD TVs. All rooms are elegantly decorated, and have laptop safes and mini bars. Three O Two Restaurant serves Mediterranean cuisine, and the glamorous Circus Bar offers fine wines and light snacks. A breakfast buffet is available daily, featuring cooked and continental items. Just 5 minutes’ walk from Waterloo Underground Station, H10 London Waterloo is a 15-minute walk from the London Eye. Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre can be reached in 20 minutes’ walk.Show full description
Luxury Hotel. This historic building hosts 131 bedrooms including 15 exquisite suites, and a number of venues to eat, drink, work or play. Each space has been artfully designed to offer guests a relaxed and memorable stay. Art Deco design shows the glamour of travel’s golden age, while the furnishings, bold colour choices and playful ornamentation creates a relaxing atmosphere. The Trafalgar St. James, London Curio collection by Hilton is 400 metres from Charing Cross Tube and Rail Station. Leicester Square and Piccadilly Circus are just a 10-minute walk away, while the West End theatres are less than a mile from the hotel.Show full description
Situated within 200 metres of Arts Theatre and 300 metres of Prince Of Wales Theatre, Assembly Covent Garden offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in London. The property is located 300 metres from Charing Cross Road and a 3-minute walk from Trafalgar Square. Each room features a walk-in power shower and free WiFi. Shaftesbury Avenue is 300 metres from the hotel. London City Airport is 12 km from the property.Show full description
Rooftop terrace. San Domenico House is a luxurious boutique hotel located only 5 minutes’ walk from Sloane Square and fashionable Chelsea. Bedrooms have en suite marble bathrooms and offer free Wi-Fi. There is a breakfast, lunch and dinner room service menu and a roof-top terrace is available for exclusive use of the hotel guests. Beautifully designed rooms are furnished with antiques, paintings and classical furniture, collected from around the world. Air-conditioned rooms feature seating areas, Smart TVs and large built-in wardrobes. Penhaligon's toiletries and bathrobes are provided in the luxurious bathrooms. Some rooms offer a balcony. Victoria Station, Buckingham Palace and Hyde Park are all just one mile away. San Domenico House is just under 40 minutes’ walk from Kensington and just under 15 minutes' walk from world famous Harrods.Show full description
Rooftop restaurant. A minute’s walk from Liverpool Street Station after alighting from the newly Launched Elizabeth Line with direct travel from Heathrow Airport within 40 minutes, South Place Hotel is built in an urban contemporary style with a rooftop restaurant, cocktail bar and gym. The chic hotel has free Wi-Fi and designer fittings in all guest rooms. The Michelin starred Angler rooftop restaurant boasts panoramic views of the City. The bedrooms at South Place feature a Bang & Olufsen TV, delicate mood lighting and large windows. Each has an ultra-modern en suite bathroom, a media hub, and a minibar, with room service available throughout the day. Executive Chef, Gary Foulkes serves up seafood dishes using locally sourced ingredients. Guests have access to a wellness centre and private dining rooms, while there is also a games room for in-hotel entertainment. Surrounding the hotel is a bustling and cosmopolitan area of London, with many bars and eateries. Located within the heart of the City of London financial district, The South Place Hotel is a 10-minute walk from The Gherkin. London City Airport is 14 km away.Show full description
Boutique hotel. Situated in London and with Oxford Circus reachable within 500 metres, Treehouse Hotel London features concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a terrace, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar. Built in 1963, this 4-star hotel is within 600 metres of Oxford Street and 1.3 km of Tottenham Court Road. The accommodation offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests. At the hotel, rooms include a desk. The rooms have a safety deposit box. At Treehouse Hotel London you will find a restaurant serving Italian and Mexican cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Piccadilly Theatre, Dominion Theatre and Carnaby Street. The nearest airport is London City Airport, 16 km from Treehouse Hotel London.Show full description
Boutique hotel. Set in London and with Brick Lane reachable within 600 metres, Boundary Shoreditch offers concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a terrace, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar. This 5-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. Guests can have a drink at the snack bar. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a kettle, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. At Boundary Shoreditch every room includes bed linen and towels. An à la carte, continental or Full English/Irish breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving British, Mediterranean and international cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and halal options can also be requested. Liverpool Street Underground Station is 1 km from Boundary Shoreditch, while Sky Garden is 1.8 km away. The nearest airport is London City Airport, 12 km from the hotel.Show full description
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