Lotus Guesthouse in London, England

Lotus Guesthouse operates within a former courthouse that now houses a Buddhist centre. The building has been converted into a guesthouse, with rooms located in the original holding cells. Revenue from the guesthouse supports recovery workshops, yoga classes for refugees, and mending circles for the local community.

The guesthouse offers double rooms with private bathrooms and single rooms with shared bathrooms across 5 rooms. The single rooms retain original cell features such as white tiles and high ceilings, with a comfy bed and storage. Each room includes a welcome note, a small bar of dark chocolate, and access to a communal kitchenette with tea and coffee.

The property includes a garden courtyard with outdoor furniture and a picnic area for guests. A shared kitchenette offers a microwave, fridge, kettle, and complimentary cereal for breakfast. The guesthouse provides free WiFi, express check-in/check-out, luggage storage, and a private entry code system.

Lotus Guesthouse is located 1.8 km from Waterloo Station, with Kennington and Elephant & Castle tube stations within a 10-minute walk. Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, and London Bridge are each 2.5 km from the property. London City Airport is 13 km away, and London Bridge Underground Station is 2.9 km from the guesthouse.

Guests are welcome to join free yoga and meditation sessions held in the former courtroom temple hall. The centre also offers support circles and mending circles for neighbors, with the guesthouse contributing to these programs. The on-site café serves drinks and snacks, though it is closed on Fridays.

Location: 10 min walk to Kennington tube, 1.8 km to Waterloo Station

Rooms: 5 rooms, double en-suite and single rooms in converted courthouse cells

Community: Revenue funds recovery workshops, yoga for refugees, support circles

Wellness: Complimentary yoga and meditation in the temple hall

Amenities: Garden courtyard, shared kitchenette, free WiFi, luggage storage