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/natt
Bestill dette hvis You want a rare full-sized swimming pool in central London without paying 5-star Park Lane prices.
Hvorfor folk elsker det
- 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
Hurtig oversikt: A functional, well-located corporate machine that happens to have a killer pool but zero neighborhood charm right on its doorstep.
Gjennomgått av @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.
Gjest som overnattet her sa
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
Renslighet og vedlikehold
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™
7.2MODERAT
0-4HØYT
4-7.5MODERAT
7.5-10STILLE
- DLR and train tracks (Fenchurch Street line) nearby
- Corridor noise from other guests (thin doors)
- Internal atrium echo in inward-facing rooms
Før du bestiller
Bra å vite
- 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).
Hva du skal pakke
- 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)
Romaske
Beste valg
- Executive King rooms on higher floors for actual skyline views (Shard/Tower Bridge)
- Rear-facing rooms on upper levels to minimize street/train noise
Rom å unngå
- 1st and 2nd-floor rooms facing Prescot Street (bus/street noise)
- Internal atrium rooms if you suffer from claustrophobia (no sky view)
Romaske – kopier og lim inn
“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.”
FAQ & Skjulte tips
Alt du faktisk vil vite før du bestiller.
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.
Innsidetips
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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 ting du bør vite før du drar
💡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.
Lokal håndbok
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