Iridescent desert retreat
Sunlit co-working areas buzz with remote workers on swing chairs and banquettes, surrounded by sprawling desert succulents, cafe chatter, and evening cocktails.
What it’s good at
Remarkable
Holloway Li interiors showcase Mojave Desert palettes, iridescent zinc columns, and plinths made from salvaged concrete test cubes.
Listed
A dedicated on-site fitness studio provides free weights, cardio equipment, and a separate yoga room for mat workouts.
Listed
An open-plan lobby lounge combines shared terrazzo co-working tables, an all-day coffee bar, and an outdoor courtyard.
What they say
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enter the building and you'll find soothing pastel tones, endless greenery, and a giant reflective moon dangling above the check-in desk, and that Bermonds Locke has successfully pulled it off.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Set on Tower Bridge Road, the aparthotel is steps from the lively bars of Bermondsey Street and street food at Maltby Street Market.
The rooms
Apartment-style studios feature woven rebar bed frames with linen drapes, clay brick joinery, and full kitchens with laundry facilities.
The gym
Mirrored walls surround curved treadmills, rowing machines, and free weights, with a separate studio for mat workouts.
Dogs stay too.
At the table
Curved leather banquettes sit among desert cacti and hanging greenery, serving morning flat whites, bagels, and craft cocktails.
How it began
To turn a former office block into an urban sanctuary, the design team rescued concrete testing cubes from landfill to build communal tables.
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.