The Apex City of London Hotel, London, EC3

This is a stylish and very modern hotel, part of a forward thinking hotel group with new and fresh ideas, which offers excellent accommodation at a very reasonable price - especially at weekends, when the city (i.e. the financial district) winds down. As they say, they are indeed stylish and contemporary, and they cannot be faulted for the convenient central location. With 130 bedrooms they have done well to preserve the feel of an intimate boutique hotel which pervades the stylish corridors and the comfortable rooms! And despite the fact that they have a small and intimate feel, they are indeed large enough to offer all the facilities you might expect from a luxury hotel. This makes the hotel an ideal place to stay either on business or vacation. Reviews on Tripadvisor.com do suggest bar and food prices are a little over the odds, but that need not bother you as you won't be far from places to eat and bars to refresh yourself. More important, perhaps, is the central location, only a few minutes from the tube. They have a gym, and offer free Wi-Fi internet access and free local calls. The hotel's "neighbours" include the Tower of London and St Paul's Cathedral. You're also within easy reach of the busy streets and boutiques of the West End.
Apex City of London Hotel, No 1 Seething Lane, London EC3N 4AX
Phone: 020 7702 2020  Fax: 020 7702 2217 Web: www.apexhotels.co.uk

Novotel London City South

Situated close to the River Thames, with good access by train, the Novotel London City South is an ideal base for the business and leisure traveller.
The Tate Modern art gallery and St. Paul’s Cathedral are within walking distance. Other nearby attractions include the Barbican Centre, Royal Festival Hall, Shakespeare’s Globe theatre and the London Aquarium.

The 182 bedrooms have modern furnishings with a contemporary design. The en-suite bathrooms feature a good size bathtub, separate shower, radio and hairdryer. The in-room amenities include satellite TV, minibar, telephone with voicemail, WiFi Internet access and a safe deposit box. Pets are welcome and room service is available 24 hours a day. The hotel’s Elements restaurant is open from 6.00am to 11.00pm for breakfast, lunch and dinner. It is spacious and air-conditioned, with an informal atmosphere. The style of cuisine is International. Clinks Bar provides contemporary and stylish surroundings to enjoy light meals and beverages throughout the day. It is open from 8.00am to midnight.

The hotel has 6 function rooms. The largest can accommodate 100 people in a theatre-style layout. The experienced team at Novotel will be able to help plan your event and find the right solution for your every need. The Novotel London Hotel has a rooftop leisure and fitness centre, with sauna and steam room. WiFi Internet access is available throughout the property and there is a car park.

Novotel London City South, 53-61 Southwark Bridge Hotel, London, SE1 9HH
Phone: 020 7089 0400 Fax: 020 7089 0410   Web: Novotel City