The hype
Travelers love the location and the pool, but often find the rooms feeling a bit 'tired' and the breakfast overpriced.
Leonardo Royal London Tower Bridge
$180-280/ nacht
Boek dit als You want a rare full-sized swimming pool in central London without paying 5-star Park Lane prices.
Waarom mensen ervan houden
- 25-meter indoor pool (a London unicorn)
- Five-minute walk to Tower Hill station and Tower Bridge
- Solid, reliable 4-star standards that don't feel like a gamble
Snel Overzicht: A functional, well-located corporate machine that happens to have a killer pool but zero neighborhood charm right on its doorstep.
Beoordeeld door @chopandtravel: I stayed here for a quick city break and the spa facilities completely saved me. Having a proper swim and jacuzzi session after walking around London all day felt like pure luxury. The room was super quiet and the breakfast was massive. Highly recommend for a recharge.
Gast die hier verbleef zei
Reality check
You will likely be asked to pay a 'discretionary' service charge on everything from room service (£6 tray charge!) to the final bill.
- You're a lap swimmer who needs a proper workout
- You're visiting London with kids and need a pool to burn their energy
- You need easy access to the City or Canary Wharf via the DLR
Schoonmaak & Onderhoud
8.2
- Housekeeping: Generally reliable daily service, though high turnover means deep cleans (dust on vents, under beds) are sometimes missed.
- Bathroom hygiene: Good. Grout is usually white, but watch for water spots on the glass partitions and hair in drains in older rooms.
- Maintenance: Showing its age (built 2011). Expect scuffed skirting boards, scratched furniture, and the occasional loose socket.
- Linens & towels: Standard hotel white. Clean but not luxurious. Towels can be a bit thin/scratchy if you're unlucky.
- Odors & scents: Neutral. Corridors sometimes smell of 'industrial cleaner' or faint food smells from the atrium restaurant.
Sleepability™
7.2GEMATIGD
0-4LUID
4-7.5GEMATIGD
7.5-10STIL
- DLR and train tracks (Fenchurch Street line) nearby
- Corridor noise from other guests (thin doors)
- Internal atrium echo in inward-facing rooms
Voordat je boekt
Goed om te weten
- The pool is free for guests, but spa treatments are extra and pricey.
- Luggage storage is available but can get busy during peak check-out times.
- There is NO on-site parking; you'll be directed to the Minories car park (approx £35/24h).
Wat je mee moet nemen
- Swim cap (sometimes enforced, good to have just in case)
- Earplugs (essential for lower floor or track-facing rooms)
- Flip flops for the pool area (floors can be slippery/grubby)
Kamer Genie
Beste keuzes
- Executive King rooms on higher floors for actual skyline views (Shard/Tower Bridge)
- Rear-facing rooms on upper levels to minimize street/train noise
Kamers om te vermijden
- 1st and 2nd-floor rooms facing Prescot Street (bus/street noise)
- Internal atrium rooms if you suffer from claustrophobia (no sky view)
Kamer Aanvraag Genie – kopiëren en plakken
“I am a light sleeper and would appreciate a room on a high floor, away from the elevators and NOT facing the train tracks. If possible, an external-facing room with natural light would be preferred over an atrium view.”
Veelgestelde vragen & Verborgen tips
Alles wat je eigenlijk wilt weten voordat je boekt.
Is the pool free for guests?
Yes, access to the 25m pool is included in your room rate, which is a huge perk for London.
How much is breakfast?
Around £23 per person if not booked in advance. It's a standard buffet; you can find better coffee for £4 at a nearby cafe.
Is it close to the Tube?
Yes, Tower Hill (District/Circle lines) and Tower Gateway (DLR) are a 5-7 minute walk away.
Can I open the windows?
Mostly no. Windows are floor-to-ceiling but sealed shut for safety and noise control.
Is there a fridge in the room?
Executive rooms have mini-fridges (often stocked). Superior rooms usually have empty mini-fridges or none at all—check ahead.
Does the hotel have AC?
Yes, all rooms have air conditioning, though controls can be finicky and some guests find it locked to a specific range.
Tips van Insiders
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Skip the hotel breakfast and walk 5 minutes to 'White Mulberries' at St Katharine Docks for better coffee and views.
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The 'Executive Lounge' access is rarely worth the upgrade price unless you plan to drink your weight in free soda/beer during the limited happy hour.
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Use the side entrance on Chamber Street if you want to avoid the busy main lobby crowds.
5 dingen die je moet weten voordat je gaat
💡The 'tray charge' for room service is a steep £6 on top of already inflated menu prices.
💡The elevators are notoriously slow during morning rush hour (8-9:30am) — take the stairs if you can.
💡The 'spa' is actually quite nice but often fully booked; reserve treatments weeks in advance.
💡You are right on the edge of Whitechapel — walk two blocks east and the vibe changes from 'tourist' to 'gritty city' very fast.
💡The glass bathroom doors in some rooms offer less privacy than you might want if sharing with a friend.
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