SEA CONTAINERS LONDON, London – Your ideal downtown stay
Hotel Overview
Sea Containers London - Luxury South Bank hotel with river views near Waterloo Station
Located on London's South Bank with views of the River Thames and St Paul's Cathedral. The hotel features a 1920s transatlantic cruise liner design with custom Tom Dixon furnishings. Amenities include three distinct bars and restaurants: Lyaness (award-winning cocktail bar), Sea Containers Restaurant (riverside dining), and 12th Knot (rooftop bar). The property offers agua spa with steam rooms and rain showers, a Curzon cinema with 56 seats, and a 24-hour Technogym fitness center. Blackfriars station is an 8-minute walk away; Waterloo Station features 24-hour bus routes.
Additional perks of the hotel
Private dining room for up to 22 guests with south-facing terrace
Boardroom with breakout area and catering for up to 22 guests
VAULT Comedy Festival performances
Imagine Children's Festival at Southbank Centre
Book direct loyalty program with local neighborhood benefits
Secure bike storage and EV charging stations
24-hour front desk and multilingual staff
Accommodations Overview
The hotel offers 359 rooms and suites with custom Tom Dixon furnishings and marble bathrooms. Room categories include Standard, Superior, River View Deluxe, and Studio rooms with king or twin double beds. Suites feature separate living areas, with options including One Bedroom Riverview Suites, Balcony Suites, and four themed Cabin Suites (Edwardian, Art Deco, Mid-Century, Dynasty). The Ship Shape Suite includes a VAHA interactive fitness mirror, Peloton bike, and Eight Sleep Pod recovery system. Apartments provide 1,200 square feet of space with dining for 16 guests and wet bars.
Other conveniences
Samsung Frame televisions with cable channels
Carrara marble bathrooms with rainfall showers and freestanding baths
Dimmable lighting and bespoke furniture
Minibars with curated selections
Air purifiers in select suites
Ironing facilities and trouser presses
Tea and coffee making facilities
Free toiletries, bathrobes, and slippers
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Amenities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- Pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Locker room
- Lift
- Coffee shop
- Smoke detectors
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Children
- Cots
- Children's buffet
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Entertainment
- Spa & wellness centre
- Steam room
- Jacuzzi
- Body scrub
- Facial
- Treatment room
- Body wraps
- Back massage
- Head massage
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Hotel Location
Guest Reviews & Ratings
The hotel offers stunning views of Tower Bridge from the east-facing rooms with comfortable beds. The location, right on the Southbank, is ideal for exploring major London sights. The dining is included with refined dishes, and the facilities are top-notch.
I was thrilled with my stay at this hotel! However, the price might be a bit on the higher side for some.
The hotel is perfectly situated right on the Thames, offering easterly views towards Tower Bridge. The rooms boast comfortable beds and a great view, but the dining options are a bit limited. However, the service is top-notch, and the location is ideal for exploring everything we had planned to do.
I had an amazing stay at this hotel! The rooms were beautifully appointed with a lovely patio and views over the Thames. The service was impeccable, and the location was perfect for exploring all the main attractions in London. The dining experience was delightful, and the facilities were top-notch.
This hotel exceeded our expectations with its delightful rooms featuring celebratory champagne, welcome plate of chocolates, and stunning views over the Thames. The service was impeccable, and the location was unbeatable for exploring London's main attractions. Dining options were a bit limited, but the facilities were top-notch.
The hotel offers a delightful stay with celebratory champagne and a welcome plate of chocolates. The rooms boast a great view, a Patio, and easterly views towards Tower Bridge, making it a scenic retreat. The service is top-notch, from the reception desk attentiveness to room service and welcome drink. The location is unbeatable, situated right on the Southbank with easy access to London's main attractions. The dining experience includes nachos and is included in the rate, adding a touch of convenience. The facilities enhance the stay with well-maintained amenities.
The hotel offers stunning views towards Tower Bridge from rooms adorned with celebratory champagne and a delightful welcome plate of chocolates. The beds are incredibly comfortable, and the Thames view adds to the charm. However, there was only one minor downside of the easterly orientation.
The hotel offers a delightful experience with elegant rooms featuring celebratory champagne and a welcome plate of chocolates, a lovely patio with stunning views over the Thames and towards Tower Bridge. The service is impeccable, enhancing the overall stay. However, the dining options are somewhat limited considering the price point. The location is superb, right on the Southbank, making it convenient to access the main attractions in London.
I had a wonderful stay at the hotel, with amazing views towards Tower Bridge and a welcoming touch of champagne and chocolates. The service was outstanding, and the location was perfect for exploring London. However, the dining options were a bit limited. The facilities were top-notch, offering a great overall experience.
I had a fantastic stay at the hotel, with amazing views towards Tower Bridge. The room came with a celebratory bottle of champagne and a lovely welcome plate of chocolates. However, the price was on the higher side for the value offered. The service was exceptional, and the location was perfect for exploring London. Dining options were included in the rate but with limited choices.
I had an amazing stay at this hotel with breathtaking views over the Thames and the most comfortable beds. As a special touch, they surprised me with celebratory champagne and a welcome plate of chocolates. The location right on the Southbank was perfect for exploring all the main attractions of London. While the dining options were limited, the overall experience was fantastic.
I had an amazing stay at this hotel, located right on the Southbank with a magnificent view of the Thames. The rooms were not only comfortable with celebratory champagne and chocolates but also had a lovely patio. The location was superb, being in the heart of London with all major attractions close by. However, although the dining was included and featured organic fruits, there was no option to choose. Overall, a luxurious experience with some minor dining limitations.
The hotel offers stunning easterly views towards Tower Bridge from the rooms, featuring comfortable beds and a refreshing view over the Thames. The service is top-notch with efficient reception, room service, and a welcoming drink. The location is unbeatable, situated right on the Southbank, making all main attractions easily accessible. Dining includes fresh bread rolls with no options to choose from. Overall, it's a great place for a luxurious stay if you don't mind the higher price tag.
I had a wonderful stay at this hotel with its easterly views towards Tower Bridge and a lovely welcome touch of celebratory champagne and chocolates. However, the slow service in the restaurant was a drawback. The location was superb right on the Southbank, making it easy to access all the main attractions, although the dining options were a bit limited.
The hotel exceeded my expectations with its prime location right on the Southbank, offering stunning views towards Tower Bridge. The room came with a lovely touch of celebratory champagne and a plate of chocolates, adding to the overall experience. However, the dining service was a bit slow in the restaurant, impacting the overall stay.
