Question 1

What are the best hotels in Waterloo that travellers recommend?

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Three of the best hotels in Waterloo that travellers frequently recommend are The Savoy, Shangri-La The Shard, London, and Corinthia London.

The 5-star Savoy, with an outstanding 9.6 rating, is known for its elegant design and excellent service. Guests particularly appreciate the convenient location, the good-sized rooms, and the wonderful food. It is also close to the National Portrait Gallery, just 0.5 km away, and Two Temple Place, 0.6 km away.

Another highly recommended option is the 5-star Shangri-La The Shard, London, rated 9.4. This hotel is praised for its friendly staff, excellent and clean rooms, and amazing breakfast. It is located 0.7 km from the Rose Theatre and 1.0 km from Leadenhall Market.

The 5-star Corinthia London, holding an impressive 9.8 rating, consistently receives high praise for its comfortable and clean rooms, as well as its friendly and helpful staff. Guests often highlight the superb location and the super comfy beds. It is conveniently situated 0.4 km from the National Portrait Gallery and 1.0 km from Two Temple Place.

Question 2

What are the best family hotels in Waterloo?

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For family-friendly hotels in Waterloo, consider The Savoy, Hilton London Bankside, Shangri-La The Shard, London, Georgian House Hotel, and The Clermont London, Charing Cross.

The 5-star Savoy, with an exceptional 9.6 rating, offers a host of amenities designed for families, including toys, complimentary cribs, children's bathrobes and slippers, and bed guards. Connecting rooms are also available for added convenience. It is conveniently located near the National Portrait Gallery and Soho Square. Guests consistently praise the friendly staff, excellent location, and great breakfast.

The 4-star Hilton London Bankside, rated 9.4, provides a swimming pool, sofa beds, games for children, highchairs, and complimentary cribs and slippers for younger guests. Connecting rooms and toys are also available. It is situated close to the Rose Theatre and Southwark Cathedral. Travellers frequently praise the helpful staff, beautiful rooms, and great breakfast.

The 5-star Shangri-La The Shard, London, also rated 9.4, caters to families with kids' meal options, highchairs, and connecting rooms. Complimentary cribs are also provided. This hotel is close to Southwark Cathedral and the Rose Theatre. Reviewers often highlight the friendly staff, excellent rooms, and delicious breakfast.

The 4-star Georgian House Hotel, with an 8.8 rating, features sofa beds, a child-friendly window design, complimentary cribs, and books for children. It is located near Cadogan Hall and Vauxhall City Farm. Guests appreciate the comfortable rooms, helpful staff, and delicious breakfast.

The 4-star The Clermont London, Charing Cross, boasting a 9.4 rating, offers kids' meals, a child-friendly window design, complimentary cribs, sofa beds, and free rollaway extra beds. Highchairs are also available. It is very close to the National Portrait Gallery and Soho Square. Travellers frequently mention the great staff, excellent location, and spacious rooms.

Question 3

What are the best 5-star hotels in Waterloo?

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For luxurious 5-star accommodation in or near Waterloo, consider The Savoy, Shangri-La The Shard, London, Corinthia London, The Londoner, and The Rubens at the Palace.

The Savoy is a 5-star hotel with an impressive 9.6 rating, featuring elegant Edwardian property design and excellent amenities such as valet parking, river views, and designer stores on-site. Guests consistently praise the friendly and amazing staff, excellent location, and great breakfast. It is conveniently located near the National Portrait Gallery, just 0.5 km away, and Two Temple Place, 0.6 km away.

Shangri-La The Shard, London, a 5-star hotel with a 9.4 rating, offers designer toiletries, premium bedding, and Frette Italian sheets. Reviewers frequently highlight the friendly and great staff, excellent and clean rooms, and amazing breakfast. It is situated 0.7 km from Rose Theatre and 1.0 km from Leadenhall Market.

Corinthia London, rated 9.8, is a superb 5-star option. This hotel provides premium bedding, bathrobes, and 24-hour room service, and some rooms even feature a fireplace. It is located in a shopping district, with the National Portrait Gallery just 0.4 km away and Spencer House 1.1 km away. Guests often comment on the comfortable and clean rooms, friendly and helpful staff, and great location.

The Londoner is another fantastic 5-star hotel with a 9.4 rating. It offers Egyptian cotton sheets, air conditioning, and a champagne service. Many guests praise the friendly and wonderful staff, great location, and spacious and fantastic rooms. It's very close to the National Portrait Gallery, only 0.2 km away.

Finally, The Rubens at the Palace is a 5-star hotel with a 9.2 rating. This hotel provides designer toiletries, valet parking, and premium bedding. The staff are frequently described as friendly and helpful, the location as excellent and great, and the rooms as comfortable and clean. It is located 0.8 km from Spencer House and 1.1 km from Cadogan Hall.

Question 4

What are the best spa hotels in Waterloo?

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For exceptional spa hotels in Waterloo, consider the Corinthia London, The Londoner, The May Fair, A Radisson Collection Hotel, Mayfair London, The Savoy, and St. James' Court, A Taj Hotel, London.

The 5-star Corinthia London boasts an impressive 9.8 rating and offers an extensive spa experience. Guests can enjoy a steam room, aromatherapy treatments, various massages including Thai, Swedish, and deep tissue, reflexology, and even couples' treatment rooms. Body wraps, scrubs, and facial treatments are also available. The hotel is conveniently located near the National Portrait Gallery, just 0.4 km away. Previous guests frequently praise the comfortable and clean rooms, as well as the friendly and helpful staff.

Another excellent 5-star option is The Londoner, with a 9.4 rating. Its full-service spa includes a steam room, sauna, and offers Swedish and deep tissue massages, aromatherapy, body wraps, and facials. The hotel is very close to the National Portrait Gallery, only 0.2 km away. Guests consistently highlight the friendly staff and the spacious rooms.

The May Fair, A Radisson Collection Hotel, Mayfair London, a 5-star hotel with an 8.8 rating, also features a full-service spa. Amenities include a steam room, sauna, aromatherapy treatments, various massages, body wraps, and manicures and pedicures. Spencer House is just 0.4 km from the hotel. Guests often praise the friendly staff and comfortable rooms.

The 5-star Savoy, rated 9.6, offers a luxurious spa experience with a steam room, deep tissue massage, hydrotherapy, and aromatherapy treatments. Manicures and pedicures, Swedish massage, and couples' treatment rooms are also available. The National Portrait Gallery is 0.5 km away. Guests frequently comment on the amazing staff and excellent location.

Finally, the 4-star St. James' Court, A Taj Hotel, London, with a 9.0 rating, provides a full-service spa. Guests can enjoy detoxification wraps, body treatments, sports massages, a sauna, a hot tub, and facial treatments. Spencer House is just 0.8 km from the hotel. The staff are frequently described as excellent and friendly, and the rooms as comfortable.

Question 5

What hotels in Waterloo offer free breakfast?

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For hotels in Waterloo that offer complimentary breakfast, consider the Hilton London Tower Bridge, The Westminster London, Curio Collection by Hilton, Hotel Riu Plaza London Victoria, Hampton by Hilton London Waterloo, and Residence Inn by Marriott London Bridge.

The 4-star Hilton London Tower Bridge, with an impressive 9.2 rating, provides free continental breakfast in its Club Lounge. Guests consistently praise the excellent location and comfortable rooms. It is conveniently located near Leadenhall Market and the Rose Theatre.

Another excellent option is The Westminster London, Curio Collection by Hilton, a 4-star hotel rated 9.0. This hotel also offers complimentary continental breakfast in its Club Lounge. Guests frequently comment on the modern and clean rooms, as well as the helpful staff. Vauxhall City Farm is less than a kilometre away.

The 4-star Hotel Riu Plaza London Victoria, rated 8.8, offers a free buffet breakfast. Travellers often highlight the spacious rooms and the great location. The hotel is situated near the Australian War Memorial.

The 3-star Hampton by Hilton London Waterloo, with an 8.8 rating, includes a free buffet breakfast. Guests appreciate the comfortable rooms and the convenient location. It is a short distance from the Rose Theatre.

Finally, the 4-star Residence Inn by Marriott London Bridge, rated 8.8, provides a free continental breakfast. Guests frequently mention the friendly staff and the excellent breakfast. Leadenhall Market is just 1.6 kilometres from the hotel.

Question 6

What are the top pet-friendly hotels in Waterloo?

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When looking for top pet-friendly hotels in Waterloo, consider The Rubens at the Palace, Kimpton Fitzroy London by IHG, The Montague On The Gardens, NoMad London, and Club Quarters Hotel, Trafalgar Square.

The 5-star Rubens at the Palace, with an excellent 9.2 rating, offers an extensive pet experience with grooming services, litter boxes, and food and water bowls provided. They also offer pet sitting services, which is a great convenience for owners. Guests consistently praise the friendly and helpful staff, the excellent location near attractions like Cadogan Hall, and the comfortable, clean rooms.

Another excellent 5-star option is the Kimpton Fitzroy London by IHG, also rated 9.2. This hotel stands out for allowing pets to stay free of charge and provides litter boxes, food, and water bowls. Reviewers frequently highlight the attentive staff, spacious and clean rooms, and the central location, making it easy to access places like the London Canal Museum.

The 4-star The Montague On The Gardens boasts an impressive 9.6 rating. This hotel is very accommodating to pets, offering food and water bowls and pet sitting services. Guest reviews often mention the friendly and helpful staff, the comfortable and beautiful rooms, and the superb location, with the National Portrait Gallery just 1.2 kilometres away.

NoMad London, a 5-star hotel with an outstanding 9.8 rating, welcomes dogs specifically and provides food and water bowls. Guests frequently praise the great staff, fantastic location near Soho Square, and the perfect, comfortable rooms.

Finally, the 4-star Club Quarters Hotel, Trafalgar Square, with a 9.2 rating, is another fantastic choice for pet owners, as dogs can stay for free, and food and water bowls are provided. The hotel is praised for its superb location, being only 0.3 kilometres from the National Portrait Gallery, and its friendly, helpful staff.

Question 7

What are the top boutique hotels in Waterloo?

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For top boutique hotels near Waterloo, consider the Sea Containers London or St Martins Lane London, a Morgans Originals hotel.

The 5-star Sea Containers London, with a 9.4 rating, is praised for its excellent location and friendly, helpful staff. This hotel offers a full-service spa with a steam room, body treatments, and various massages, including deep tissue and hot stone. It is conveniently located near Two Temple Place, which is just 0.5 km away.

Another excellent choice is the 5-star St Martins Lane London, a Morgans Originals hotel, which has a 9.4 rating. Guests frequently praise its clean rooms and fantastic location. The hotel features an Art Deco design, deep soaking bathtubs, and premium bedding. It is very close to the National Portrait Gallery, only 0.1 km away.

Question 8

What are the best budget hotels in Waterloo?

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For highly-rated budget hotels in Waterloo, consider the 3-star Hampton by Hilton London Waterloo, Numa London Bloomsbury, Ruby Stella Hotel London, and The Z Hotel Strand.

The 3-star Hampton by Hilton London Waterloo, with an 8.8 rating, is a popular choice. Guests frequently praise its comfortable and clean rooms, convenient location, and excellent staff. You can enjoy a complimentary buffet breakfast and free WiFi during your stay. It is also well-located for exploring, with the Rose Theatre just 1.1 km away and Two Temple Place at 1.2 km.

Another excellent option is Numa London Bloomsbury, which has a rating of 8.8. This hotel provides comfortable and clean rooms, and guests appreciate the friendly and helpful staff. It offers free WiFi and complimentary toiletries. The hotel is situated 1.1 km from the National Portrait Gallery and 1.6 km from St. Dunstan-in-the-West.

The 3-star Ruby Stella Hotel London, boasting an impressive 9.4 rating, is highly regarded for its clean and lovely rooms, friendly staff, and great bar. It offers complimentary toiletries and free WiFi. The hotel is conveniently located near St. Dunstan-in-the-West, just 1.0 km away, and Two Temple Place, at 1.3 km.

Finally, The Z Hotel Strand, a 3-star hotel with an 8.8 rating, is a great choice. Guests value its central location and the convenience of free WiFi and air conditioning. It is exceptionally close to the National Portrait Gallery, just 0.3 km away, and Two Temple Place, which is 0.8 km from the hotel.

Question 9

What are the most romantic hotels in Waterloo for couples?

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For a romantic stay in Waterloo, you have several excellent choices, including the Corinthia London, NoMad London, The Montague On The Gardens, and The Savoy.

The 5-star Corinthia London, with an outstanding 9.8 rating, offers a truly luxurious experience for couples. It features a full-service spa with steam rooms, aromatherapy treatments, and dedicated couples' treatment rooms. Guests praise its comfortable and clean rooms, as well as the great location.

Another exceptional option is the 5-star NoMad London, also rated 9.8. This hotel caters to couples with premium bedding, deep soaking bathtubs, and rainfall showerheads for a relaxing experience. Special couples' dining options are also available.

The 4-star Montague On The Gardens, rated 9.6, provides a refined setting for couples. It offers couples' dining, champagne service, and 24-hour room service, ensuring a delightful and private stay. Guests consistently highlight the friendly and helpful staff, and the comfortable rooms.

Finally, The Savoy, a 5-star hotel with a 9.6 rating, offers a romantic experience with its historical charm and river views. It provides couples' dining options and is conveniently located near various museums and historical sites. Guests frequently mention the friendly and amazing staff, and the excellent location.

Question 10

What are the best hotels in Waterloo near Regent Street?

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For hotels in Waterloo with convenient access to Regent Street, The Mayfair Townhouse – an Iconic Luxury Hotel is an excellent option.

This 5-star hotel, with a superb 9.2 rating, is highly regarded by guests for its great location and friendly, helpful staff. It offers connecting rooms, sofa beds, and premium bedding. Guests can also enjoy amenities such as a stocked minibar with free items, air conditioning, champagne service, designer toiletries, and bathrobes. It is located just 0.4 km from Berkeley Square and 1.0 km from the Lyric Theatre, making it well-placed for exploring the area.

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Can I cancel my hotel reservation on Expedia?

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Many Expedia hotel reservations are refundable, provided that you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline − this is often within 24 to 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable booking, it might still be possible to receive a refund if you cancel it within 24 hours of booking. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. For maximum flexibility, use our ‘Fully refundable property’ filter during your search to find the right Waterloo hotel for you.

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How can I save on a hotel booking in Waterloo with Expedia?

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How much is the nightly rate for a hotel in Waterloo?

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Hotel prices in Waterloo often vary, but you can find a great deal  on Expedia. Different factors affect nightly hotel rates, such as the time of year or the days of the week you want to book. To find the best deals for your stay, be flexible with your dates and sort search results by ‘Price: low to high’ for our cheapest rates.

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London Marriott Hotel County Hall	5.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
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Calendar Month	Temperature	Precipitation	Cloudiness	Occupancy	Pricing
January	40.5°F (4.7°C)	Light Rain	Mostly Cloudy	Slightly High	Slightly Low
February	41.7°F (5.4°C)	No Rain	Mostly Cloudy	Average	Slightly Low
March	45.0°F (7.2°C)	No Rain	Mostly Cloudy	Average	Slightly Low
April	49.5°F (9.7°C)	No Rain	Mostly Cloudy	Average	Average
May	55.0°F (12.8°C)	Light Rain	Mostly Cloudy	Slightly Low	Average
June	61.0°F (16.1°C)	Light Rain	Mostly Cloudy	Average	Slightly High
July	64.9°F (18.3°C)	Light Rain	Mostly Cloudy	Slightly High	Slightly High
August	64.6°F (18.1°C)	Light Rain	Mostly Sunny	Slightly Low	Average
September	60.4°F (15.8°C)	No Rain	Mostly Sunny	Slightly High	Slightly High
October	54.5°F (12.5°C)	Light Rain	Mostly Cloudy	Average	Average
November	47.1°F (8.4°C)	Light Rain	Mostly Cloudy	Average	Average
December	42.8°F (6.0°C)	Light Rain	Mostly Cloudy	Slightly Low	Average

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