,url-https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tripexpert.com%2Fimages%2Fmarker-fade%402x.png(-0.086855,51.504257)/-0.08246652781963348,51.50757011174371,13.327343568087938/1280x214@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoidHJpcGV4cGVydHdlYiIsImEiOiJja2Fud3l2MDcwbXZ0MndyeGF3eGI3ZWhzIn0.zLqNa1RECyZZadF8zfQM5w)
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel London -Tower of LondonvsShangri-La The Shard, London
Both properties are rated highly by travel writers. On balance, Shangri-La Hotel, At The Shard, London ranks slightly better than DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel London -Tower of London. Shangri-La Hotel, At The Shard, London ranks #24 in London with praise from 11 reviewers such as The Telegraph, Star Service and Jetsetter.
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel London -Tower of London
Rough Guide
Frommer's
Oyster
Star Service
Zagat
The Telegraph
7 Pepys Street, London EC3N 4AF
From $107/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Rough Guide Star
"Large, modern and bright... a good option for all. Rooms – nearly 600 of them – are clean, airy and comfortable."
Frommer's "Rooms are similarly top-notch, with a clean-lined, Modernist feel and iMac TV/entertainment centers." Full review
OysterUpscale
"With its edgy architectural themes, dramatic panoramic views, and central location, the Doubletree - Tower of London is a convenient and stylish pick." Full review
Star Service "This popular hotel rakes in Americans by the bucketful thanks to its brand name and amenity roster." Full review
Zagat "A rooftop cocktail lounge with views of Tower Bridge is a highlight of this large business hotel where the modern accommodations all feature free WiFi."
The Telegraph7.0
"Top marks for the Skylounge Bar — not the prettiest design, but fabulous outdoor terraces with winter heaters, summer barbies and City views to make you weep." Full review
Shangri-La The Shard, London
Gayot Star Service
Wallpaper
Fodor's The Telegraph
Jetsetter
Hideaway Report Oyster
Condé Nast Traveler
Afar Magazine Show All Reviews
31 St Thomas Street, London SE1 9QU, England
From $466/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Gayot "The hotel skillfully blends modern decor and traditional Eastern sensibilities to create a one-of-a-kind experience for guests seeking accommodations drenched in luxury."
Star Service " Massive baths with marble coating and rainfall showerheads are almost expected at a Shangri-La property." Full review
Wallpaper "The launch of the Shangri-La hotel offers the first opportunity for sky-high sleepovers." Full review
Fodor's "Its location, just behind City Hall, puts it within walking distance of Borough Market, Shakespeare's Globe, Southbank Centre, and the Tower of London." Full review
The Telegraph9.0
"You can't get a hotel room much closer to the clouds." Full review
Jetsetter "Serene sleep with a a sky-high pool and cocktail bar in Renzo Piano's stunning London showpiece." Full review
Hideaway Report93.0
"Lavish hotel occupying Floors 34 through 52 of a dramatic, glass-clad 1,016-foot pyramidal tower, granting astounding panoramas of London." Full review
OysterLuxury
"The litany of amenities and features include Frette linens, Nespresso machines, and marble-clad bathrooms with soaking tubs, flat-screen TVs behind vanity mirrors, and Acqua di Parma products." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "The view from this sleek Renzo Piano-designed building, of which the hotel occupies the 34th to 52nd floors, alone is worth the trip." Full review
Afar Magazine "This five-star hotel from the Hong Kong-based Shangri-La brand is all about the views—starting from the 35th-floor lobby, where the 360-degree panoramas showcase landmarks." Full review
