The Hoxton Southwark in London, England

The hotel offers 192 creatively-designed rooms with Crittall-style windows, concrete ceilings, and bare brick walls reflecting the Southwark neighbourhood. Each room includes free tea, coffee, milk, and water, plus a mini fridge stocked from the lobby shop at supermarket prices. Guests also receive 1-hour free international calls, Blank toiletries, and access to a fitness centre and bicycle rental.

Seabird, the rooftop restaurant, offers a specialized oyster menu and panoramic views of London. The lobby bar Albie serves a diverse menu with brunch, cocktails, and seasonal ingredients sourced in part from a living herb garden on site. A QR code menu system allows contactless ordering, and the hotel also provides summer plates and wine/champagne options.

The open-plan communal kitchen is available for private event catering, accommodating up to 50 guests. Six flexible meeting rooms and an on-site event host team support business events, while regular plant workshops and creative events are hosted by local designers. The mezzanine lounge and second-level workspace provide areas for work or socializing outside of guest rooms.

The hotel sits by Blackfriars Bridge, within walking distance of Tate Modern, Shakespeare's Globe Theatre, and Borough Market. Southwark Underground station is a 3-minute walk, with Blackfriars station also under 5 minutes for trains and the Thameslink. London Bridge, St Paul's Cathedral, and the South Bank are all reachable on foot or by short tube rides.

Dogs are allowed in all areas of the hotel except the rooftop restaurant Seabird, with pet baskets and bowls provided. The hotel has a 24-hour front desk with express check-in/out, luggage storage, and safety deposit boxes. On-site facilities include a fitness centre, bicycle rental, and daily housekeeping with laundry and dry-cleaning services.

Location: Walking distance to Tate Modern, Shakespeare's Globe, Borough Market

Rooms: 192 industrial-chic rooms with Crittall windows & concrete ceilings

Dining: Seabird rooftop with oyster menu & living herb garden

Events: Open-plan communal kitchen & plant workshops by local designers

Pet: Dogs welcome in all areas except Seabird rooftop restaurant

Amenities: Fitness centre & bicycle rental on-site