London is big and full of great places to visit, from museums to palaces, but if you plan strategically, you can spend your entire stay in the English capital in a hotel that will allow you to stroll to all the big sights — and even see them from your window. Booking a hotel near the Tower of London, a 1000-year-old historic royal palace, also means staying next door to Tower Bridge, St. Paul’s Cathedral, and being less than three miles away from the British Museum, Big Ben, and Buckingham Palace.
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Few hotels’ exterior inspire a sense of grandeur more than the Four Seasons Hotel London at Ten Trinity Square, one of the most luxurious properties in the entire city. The immense building whose entrance is lined with Greek columns is so glorious that it might easily be confused for one of London’s excellent museums, or even a royal residence. With the Tower of London across the road from it (a five-minute walk), and the glass and steel skyscrapers of the financial district at its back, the 100-year-old hotel is one of the best locations in this part of the city. Inside, it’s just as dignified and opulent as outside, with a decor that mixes of historical and modern elements, and views that are sure to impress. The list of amenities is long, with a fitness center, a spa, an indoor pool, and several dining venues, including a seasonal rooftop lounge filled with flowers for those who like their awe-inspiring city views with a touch of greenery.
Where: 10 Trinity Square, London EC3N 4AJ, United Kingdom Price per night: From $802
If you want to enjoy the amenities of a hotel while also taking advantage of the flexibility of a short-term rental, Bob W Tower of London is the place for you. Located just six minutes on foot from the Tower of London, this aparthotel that’s part of a Victorian brick building, consists of a beautifully decorated studio that can accommodate up to four guests (there is one king-size bed and a sofa bed). To make your stay more affordable, you can cook your meals in the fully equipped kitchen, take care of your laundry thanks to the washing machine, and send a few emails or do a little work using the fast and free WiFi. Because it’s an aparthotel, there’s 24/7 support, professional cleaning, and free access to the local gym.
Where: 24 Great Tower St, London EC3R 5AQ, United Kingdom Price per night: From $394
A 10-minute walk to the Tower of London, an a six-minute stroll to The Gherkin, one of the most famous pieces of modern architecture in the financial district, Canopy by
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