The Bar/Lounge at Lloyd Hotel

"Which room to book: A two-star on the fourth floor with views of the river, or one of two five-star attic rooms, with wood-beamed ceilings, white-fur throws, and freestanding tubs Amenities: Bar/lounge, 24-hour Room Service, Wheelchair-accessible View the entire Hot List of the travel world's most noteworthy debuts in 2005 ›"

"Indulge in wine, beer and (reasonably priced) cocktails at Lloyd Restaurant while nibbling on classic Dutch bar bites such as shrimp croquettes, aged Dutch cheese, and ossenworst (artisanal raw beef sausage)"

"Amenities include a trendy bright-red bar, a ceiling-high gift shop, and meeting and exhibition spaces"

"Formerly a borstal, the Lloyd (intentionally) retains an institutional feel, but two restaurants, an intimate bar and attentive staff add to an unusual experience in the up-and-coming Eastern Docklands"