Sea Containers London Hotel

$$$$||View on mapLondon, United Kingdom20 Upper Ground, London, United Kingdom, SE1 9PD|
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Sea Containers London Hotel
20 Upper Ground, London, United Kingdom, SE1 9PD·View on map
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Overall Score
Great · 5641 reviews
8.9Great
Location9.5
Cleanliness9.4
Comfort9.4
Staff9.3
Facilities9.1
Who stays here
Couples46%
Families29%
Solo10%
Groups8%

Overview

Overall Score
Great · 5641 reviews
8.9Great
Location9.5
Cleanliness9.4
Comfort9.4
Staff9.3
Facilities9.1
Who stays here
Couples46%
Families29%
Solo10%
Groups8%

Thames-side hotel inspired by a 1920s cruise liner

Location & Design

Sea Containers London sits along the Thames, minutes from Tate Modern, London Eye, and Borough Market. The hotel's architecture references 1920s transatlantic travel, with interior design by Tom Dixon. Rooftop bar 12th Knot offers river views and is a key attraction for guests.

Dining & Entertainment

The on-site restaurant serves British cuisine with vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. Lyaness is the hotel's award-winning cocktail bar, recognised for its creativity in drink making. An in-house cinema shows classic and modern films throughout the year.

Wellness & Fitness

The agua spa delivers personalised treatments including massages, facials, and body scrubs. Guests have access to a steam room and a fitness centre with cardio and weight machines. Spa packages and beauty services are available for booking.

Rooms

Many rooms are air-conditioned and offer river views, minibars, and some have balconies. The cabin suites include double balconies and roll-top baths for added space. Family rooms interconnect, providing two bathrooms and separate sleeping areas.

Family & Business

Family rooms come with child-friendly amenities and can be interconnected for larger groups. Business professionals find customizable meeting spaces and a private dining room for events. The hotel also offers electric vehicle charging, pet-friendly policies, and bicycle rental.

  • Location: Steps from Tate Modern, London Eye, Borough Market
  • Architecture: 1920s cruise liner design by Tom Dixon
  • Rooftop Bar: 12th Knot with panoramic river views
  • Dining: British cuisine restaurant with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free options
  • Entertainment: In-house cinema screening classic and modern films
  • Wellness: agua spa with steam room and personalised treatments
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-23:59
until 12:00
Amenities
Private parking is possible on site at GBP 50 per day.
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
The hotel Sea Containers London serves a full breakfast for free. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Languages
English, German, Spanish, Italian, Dutch, Portuguese, Swedish, Danish, Czech, Hungarian, Romanian, Chinese, Polish, Russian, Turkish, Arabic, Bulgarian, Croatian, Lithuanian, Latvian, Slovak, Serbian
Building
Number of floors:14
Number of rooms:404
Former name
Mondrian London
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Rooms and availability

King Studio
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed1 Double bed
Suite
    Queen Room
    • Max:
      4 persons
    • Bed options:
      1 Queen-size bed2 Double beds1 King-size bed
    • City view
    • Shower
    • Private pool
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    Facilities

    Main facilities

    Wi-Fi
    Parking

    GBP 50 per day

    Luggage storage

    Luggage storage

    Locker room

    24-hour services

    24-hour reception

    24-hour security

    Food/ Drinks

    Bar/ Lounge area

    Outdoor dining area

    Restaurant

    Welcome drink

    Fitness/ Gym

    Fitness centre

    Spa and relaxation

    Facial

    Body wraps

    Body scrub

    Back massage

    Laundry

    Sports & Fitness

    • Fitness centre

    Services

    • Room service
    • Housekeeping
    • Laundry
    • Dry cleaning
    • Welcome drink

    Dining

    • In-room breakfast
    • Restaurant
    • Snack bar
    • Bar/ Lounge area
    • Outdoor dining area
    • Special diet menus

    Business

    • Meeting/ Banquet facilities

    Children

    • Cots
    • Children's buffet

    Facilities for people with disabilities

    • Toilet for disabled
    • Bathroom for disabled

    Spa & Leisure

    • Entertainment
    • Spa & wellness centre
    • Steam room
    • Body scrub
    • Facial
    • Treatment room
    • Body wraps
    • Back massage
    • Head massage
    • Full body massage
    • Foot massage

    Room view

    • River view

    Room features

    • Air conditioning
    • Heating
    • Mini-bar
    • Sitting area
    • Patio
    • Terrace
    • Garden furniture
    • Tea and coffee facilities
    • Dining table
    • Ironing facilities

    Bathroom

    • Free toiletries

    Self-catering

    • Electric kettle

    Media

    • Flat-screen TV
    • AM/FM alarm clock

    Room decor

    • Carpeted floor
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    Essential information about Sea Containers London Hotel

    💵 Lowest room price 228 £
    📏 Distance to centre 1.5 km
    ✈️ Distance to airport 13.2 km
    🧳 Nearest airport London City, LCY

    Location

    20 Upper Ground, London, United Kingdom, SE1 9PD
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    20 Upper Ground, London, United Kingdom, SE1 9PD
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    20 Upper Ground, London, United Kingdom, SE1 9PD
    • City landmarks
    • Nearby
    • Restaurants
    Westminster Bridge Road Riverside Building
    Coca-Cola London Eye
    1.1 km
    Gallery
    Tate Modern
    610 m
    Church
    St Paul's Cathedral
    1.1 km
    Lambeth Bridge to Blackfriars Bridge south to St George's Circus
    South Bank
    880 m
    LondonEngland
    Thames River
    1.1 km
    Theatre
    Shakespeare's Globe
    720 m
    Restaurant
    OXO Tower Restaurant
    210 m
    Restaurant
    Sea Containers Restaurant
    180 m
    Restaurant
    12th Knot
    130 m
    Restaurant
    Art Yard Bar & Kitchen
    130 m
    Restaurant
    Fountain and Ink
    170 m
    Restaurant
    Fuller's
    190 m
    Restaurant
    The Wharf
    260 m
    Restaurant
    The Mulberry Bush
    280 m

    Reviews of Sea Containers London Hotel

    8.9 /10
    Great
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    FAQ about Sea Containers London

    Which popular attractions are located near the Sea Containers London Hotel?
    You can visit the unmissable Tower of London as well as Buckingham Palace, placed just 25 and 30 minutes walk away from the Sea Containers London Hotel respectively.
    Which landmarks are closest to Sea Containers London Hotel hotel?
    Tate Modern is one of the top-rated landmarks (9/10) placed within an 8-minute walk from Sea Containers London Hotel hotel.
    Can we park our car at this fine hotel?
    Guests of this fine hotel can take advantage of a private parking lot.
    What are the recommended dining options during the stay at Sea Containers London Hotel?
    Guests of Sea Containers London Hotel can dine just outside the property in a highly rated-8/10 according to reviews-pizzeria Gourmet Pizza offering European cuisine.
    Can I eat breakfast at the 5-star Sea Containers London Hotel?
    Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the 5-star Sea Containers London Hotel.
    What is check-in and check-out time at the fine 5-star Sea Containers London Hotel hotel?
    Guests of the fine 5-star Sea Containers London Hotel hotel can check in from 15:00 to 23:59 and check out from 12:00.
    What payment methods are accepted in the 5-star Sea Containers London Hotel?
    Payment methods in the 5-star Sea Containers London Hotel include:
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    • Visa
    • American Express
    • Mastercard
    What kinds of rooms does the fine 5-star Sea Containers London Hotel hotel offer?
    The fine 5-star Sea Containers London Hotel hotel offers such room types as Deluxe Room, Superior Room, and Superior Double Room.
    Which facilities are offered in the rooms of the hotel?
    Rooms of the hotel are highly rated for comfort-9.4/10 according to guests' reviews-ensured by air conditioning.
    Is the fine 5-star Sea Containers London Hotel hotel equipped with amenities for persons with disabilities?
    Yes, the fine 5-star Sea Containers London Hotel hotel provides wheelchair access, rooms with accessible facilities, and accessible bathrooms to improve the experience for the guests with special needs.
    Which facilities are provided in the 5-star Sea Containers London Hotel?
    Top locations of the 5-star Sea Containers London Hotel include baggage storage and a restaurant, whereas guests' safety will be ensured with a safe deposit box and 24-hour security service.
    What spa facilities are provided at this fine hotel?
    At a wellness centre featured at this fine hotel guests can receive such spa procedures as beauty treatments, body wraps, and body scrub. Additionally, a treatment room and a steam room are offered on-site.
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